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Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee

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Front view of cabin
Large open living room
Adirondack chairs on the porch
Kitchen and Dining Area
Bedroom with Queen Bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Roosevelt Arch
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Main Room

1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee

Our cabin is nestled in the majestic mountain terrain of Gallatin National Forest and is just twelve miles from Gardiner, a year round gateway to Yellowstone National Park. It is the perfect distance to be able to enjoy Yellowstone but be able to get away from the crowds. From The Lazy M Yellowstone National Park is a scenic 20-25 minute drive. Our cabin is 30 minutes from Chico Hot Springs, an hour from Livingston, and hour and a half from Bozeman Airport.

The cabin is adjacent to Cinnabar Creek, which is great for small trout fishing, and has a magnificent porch with Adirondack chairs to enjoy the beautiful mountain view. If you want to just sit back and relax you can spend hours sitting on the porch next to the creek drinking coffee or wine while reading one of our many books or just enjoying the peaceful environment. Watch deer, elk, and big horn sheep in the meadow out the front door, along the creek or on the nearby bluffs. Bears have also been seen from the porch and along the road. If you are really lucky you may even see a mountain lion. During the evening hours make sure to keep an ear open for howling wolves.

There is a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, pull out sleeper sofa in main cabin and a Tulikivi Fireplace.

This is a mountain cabin in the heart of Montana’s wilderness. While it has most of the amenities of home, it is still a rustic cabin. We have books, travel guides and games in the cabin. There is no TV or phone in the cabin. WiFi is satellite and therefore not extremely reliable; if you absolutely need internet during every moment of your stay you should look elsewhere. We did just upgrade to Starlink so internet should be faster and more reliable but it is still satellite so could be affected by weather (May 2023).
We allow 2 night stays during off-season and to fill during summer. There is a $75 cleaning fee for 2 night rentals.
All animal photos & photos of surrounding area were taken by Laurel Koller. Ask permission to use any photo.

Property manager

Emily Sherman, Paul & Laurel Koller

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Additional small child sleeps on floor mattress
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
With signed Pet Agreement No additional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING anywhere on the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gardiner

Located in Gardiner, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Parks' Fly Shop - 21 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 22 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 36 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Follow Yer Nose Smoke Wagon - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Perk Espresso - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Grille - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lazy M Mountain Cabin- A Cozy Mountain Getaway. No Cleaning Fee located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Gallatin National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Aldridge Lake and Yellowstone River. Yellowstone Hot Springs and Cutler Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 163 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, relaxing getaway!

The Lazy M was the perfect place to stay for our winter getaway to Yellowstone. Clean and comfortable, beautiful and quiet Montana setting. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mid winter stay

I was pleased with the stay. It was very peaceful and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base camp for a Yellowstone visit

This was our fourth stay at this delightful cabin. It is comfortable and convenient for wildlife watching in Yellowstone. On a quiet road, with elk and bighorn sheep along the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Mountain Getaway

I picked this place because it seemed like a very cozy cabin that was in striking distance of Yellowstone National park. After my stay, I can say that I was right on both counts! The cabin was fantastic and has everything you might want: a porch with chairs to start the day with a cup of coffee, a great fireplace, and all the amenities you need to cook or wind down or just relax. There’s even great internet access if you want to listen to music or watch a movie. The hosts are incredibly generous with their time and were very helpful before and during my trip with all kinds of questions (from weather to where to get groceries). If you’re looking for a home base to explore Yellowstone, look no further, this is it! You’re close to the park, close to Gardiner and its activities and restaurants, and even close to some amazing hot springs just down the road (highly recommend going there if it works with your trip : Yellowstone Hot Spring). This place is everything it advertises and more. Book this place for a restorative escape from a busy life. You will not regret it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Glen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Cabin

Enjoyed the stay and thanks for the accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit

Lovely cabin. Nice and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liesje S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and peaceful

We explored northern Yellowstone while enjoying our cabin - fabulous time!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Super cozy - Loved it!

The check-in and communication with the owner was great! Loved how cozy and quaint it was and had enough amenities to make it so we had what we needed. Internet was a bit choppy but expected. Be aware of the long gravel road in poor condition. Would totally stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is a gem of a find.

This was our second time staying at the Lazy M and it was incredible and beautiful. Very private and Quiet, unlike the rush you would get staying at a hotel or resort. Once you stay, you will see why this place is special!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother/son get away

The property was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great but a ton of flys

Flys were a menace other than that location was great along with the views saw a skunk and some deer. Would love to come back some day
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and charming

This place was so near to stay at! You’re right in the mountains and are also very close to Yellowstone. Loved the space and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jeri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm and relaxing

Great little cabin to stay in. Very peaceful and quiet. Great proximity to Yellowstone. Very comfortable. We would stay there again. 😁
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet convenient getaway

As described. Remote cabin. Great scenery and location! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cain in Gardiner

Cabin was exactly as advertised. It was rustic but had everything there to make it a pleasant stay. The large stream running beside the cabin was a bonus It was located about 20 minutes off the highway, but that made it more secluded and peaceful. We spent most of our time in the park, but it would be a great place just to stay there and relax in peace.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie H., Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and secluded but not far from places to visit.

The cabin was all the things we enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful rustic cabin

This cabin was a perfect base for us and the dogs when we spent a few days visiting Yellowstone in November.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lazy M

We loved the cabin so much. Driving to the location was a little intimidating but so worth it. It was so quiet and peaceful. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. I loved sitting on the front porch. It was a good location to enter Yellowstone through the north entrance. Would definitely return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cabin

This was our third stay this winter in this gem of a cabin. It is the perfect base for us to visit Yellowstone and watch wolves and other wildlife. Comfortable, simple, and peaceful. We and our dogs feel at home here when we return from a day in the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This was a wonderful and peaceful place. Loved the stream running by the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Cozy cottage to get away from hustle and bustle, enjoyed the wildlife we were able to see in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Great little cabin! Worked perfect as our home base while exploring Yellowstone! Not as secluded as I thought it would be, but would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful log cabin

Clean cozy simple, we utilized this as our base camp for exploring Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons. Creek is right there, sit on porch and lose yourself in peace.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lazy M

I loved the Lazy M cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not quite as pictured

The cabin is clean, well stocked and everything works. However, the picture is not an accurate depiction of the property, which made the property more difficult to locate. The good thing is that there is a nice deck on the left side of the house, the bad thing is that there are elevated fuel tanks on the right side of the house. Also, due to the height of the grass, the boulders that protect the lateral field are not easily visible and constrict the turnaround space quite a bit. If you have a large vehicle, you will need to back in from the road. Be aware, there is no cell coverage (Verizon), the road to the cabin is quite washboardy, which is not the fault of the owners. The sound of the creek is relaxing and the lack of internet and tv contributes to the overall Montana experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Emily Sherman, Paul & Laurel Koller

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Paul and Emily purchased our property in 1994 after looking for a number of years. Emily's great grandfather had owned a general store next to the Crow Indian reservation in the 1890's. Her grandmother grew up in Anaconda, Montana. We have always enjoyed the landscape and dry mountain air of Montana. Paul and Emily had vacationed for many years in Yellowstone National Park before we purchased the LazyM. Day to day operation of the LazyM is done by Paul and Emily's daughter Laurel

Why they chose this property

We choose this location because of it's proximity to Yellowstone Park and the beautiful scenery of Paradise Valley while allowing us quiet seclusion when needed. We enjoy hiking, fishing and both downhill and cross country skiing.

What makes this property unique

Sitting on the porch or deck you have a wonderful view of Cinnabar mountain. At night you can sleep with the sound of the creek flowing by and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Our cabin was built in the 1950's and we have tried to preserve it's original charm. We have white pine floors in the main cabin and rustic kitchen cabinets.

Languages:

English