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Spacious Farm House on the working historic Story Ranch, private river access

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Terrace/patio
TV, ping pong, stereo
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Emigrant, MT
  • Place, Chico Hot Springs
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Yankee Jim Canyon
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Hot Springs
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Farm House on the working historic Story Ranch, private river access

Fridley Creek Hideaway is half a mile from Highway 89, 30 minutes north of Yellowstone National Park and in the heart of Paradise Valley. The Yellowstone River is less than 1 mile from the house is a world renowned fly fishing destination.

This house is perfect for the avid fly-fisherman/woman. The famous Story Lakes are less than 5 miles up the dirt road and all you have to do is contact Belinda Story, the owner, for rod fees and availability. You must call Belinda and pay the rod fee before going to either the lower or upper lake. No trespassing past the gate if you are not confirmed and paying a rod fee to fish or sight see. There are a limited number of rods available per day so call in advance. No hiking to the lakes without paying a rod fee and advance reservation.

For those who do not want to pay a rod fee to fish or pay to see the lakes, there is a private fishing access point across highway 89 on the Yellowstone River.

Fridley Creek Hideaway is situated on the oldest cattle ranch in Montana. In 1866 Nelson Story traveled to Texas where he bought 1,000 longhorn cattle. He and 13 tough cowboys trailed them from Texas to Montana arriving in the Bozeman area in December 1866. Around 1870 Story relocated the main headquarters of the ranch to the Emigrant area.

The wrap around deck lends a spectacular view of Emigrant Peak. The house is nestled in trees and surrounded by old ranching equipment and outbuildings, giving it a unique western vibe. The creek is a short walk from the house and fishing access points on the Yellowstone River are a 5 minute drive north to the Emigrant fishing access.

The house is great for a lucky couple or group of 6 people or less. The kitchen and large mudroom area are upstairs with a washer and dryer. The kitchen upstairs is spacious with a round table and bar area separating it from the upstairs living area. There are two bedrooms and that share a full bathroom. One queen room and one room with two twins.

The basement was recently refinished with a beautiful and bright wooden floor and exposed brick. The living area has ping pong and comfortable seating. Downstairs also has a king bedroom and a full bathroom.

The house is surrounded by a small yard with ample space to walk around, ride your bike, or take a run. We have a grill for cooking outside. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you may need.
Welcome to your home away from home!
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Yellowstone River. Features include concierge services, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Services include a concierge
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Yellowstone River and 9 minutes from Chico Hot Springs
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. This vacation home also features concierge services and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Fridley Creek Hideaway Property Emigrant
Fridley Creek Hideaway Property
Fridley Creek Hideaway Emigrant
Property Fridley Creek Hideaway Emigrant
Emigrant Fridley Creek Hideaway Property
Property Fridley Creek Hideaway
Spacious Farm Working Historic Story Ranch Private River Access
Fridley Creek Hideaway

Spacious Farm House on the working historic Story Ranch, private river access Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

carl m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larson G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house. Clean, quiet, tidy, good for us to use as our home base for visits to local family and local adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A trifecta - convenient, well layed out for four fishermen and clean. Add to that a historic ranch willing to share its specialness. We Wii return.NC, South Carolina
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Best Guesthouse

Everything in description and more. Tanya was very communicative without being invasive. The house was super nice, comfortable and spacious. All amenities were there and of good quality. Absolutely a top notch rental
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

Great stay for Yellowstone

Our family stayed here in Emigrant for a week of enjoying beautiful Montana and Yellowstone. This VRBO was great. It had plenty of room. The kitchen had everything we needed. The location was fabulous. It was so restful, quiet and an absolutely beautiful environment. We saw deer, rabbits, red tail hawks, and even had a big bull on our lawn on evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Paradise Valley Gem!

If you want to enjoy the views and have some privacy so close to rafting, riding, and Yellowstone... Look no further! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

Amazing Montana property

My family absolutely loved our week stay at this property! The home was clean, private and had amazing views. We enjoyed having private access to the Yellowstone River. My husband and son had a great time fishing on the lower lake and playing endless games of ping pong. During our stay we hiked Pine Creek falls, explored Livingston, soaked in the Chico Hot Springs, went white water rafting in Gardiner and spent time in Yellowstone. We would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janetta G.

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

Family Fun

The house was in a beautiful location. The house was comfortable, like staying at your grandparents home. The stairs were a little creaky. There were no ping pong balls for the table but we bought some and were reimbursed. We stayed here to be closer to the north entrance of Yellowstone but the flood prevented that. There was not much to do in the area without driving a distance but we still had a good time. We saw the most beautiful rainbow over the mountains one afternoon and enjoyed watching two different owls near dusk one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location of property was excellent for us to do the activities planned. The kitchen was easy to navigate as we ate many meals there, or packed lunches for the Park. We were told there was a new well and water was not yet tested. We were told there would be bottled water available - there were 4 small bottles and we were there for a week. We purchased two cases of water for drinking and cooking. Could have used a pizza pan and knives - only one sharp huge knife in the kitchen. Bedding and towels were great.The main floor bathroom tub/shower was not functional for us so we used the shower downstairs which was great - should have had a place to put your soap and there were no towel bars to hang wet towels.Had fun playing ping pong! The home was spacious and comfortable. Could have used some lamps in the living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie F.

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

great location

This was a very comfortable stay. The location was great. Close to Yellowstone, Chico Hot Springs, Livingston. Off the highway and no neighbors to worry about. The house was comfortable and had all the furnishings you would need. I'm not gonna lie...asthetically speaking the house needed some upgrading and repairs. Nothing that affected (effected?) our stay or made it unlivable. Things like towel racks about to fall off, a hole in the bathroom door (outside part only), the yard needed some attention. No curtains, but no neighbors so - not a big deal. But we didn't really stay at the house because we were off exploring. The host Tanya was very nice and helpful. I would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to others. oh..also no AC. Which I don't think is too uncommon in this part of Montana (at least when I was looking at other places - most didn't have AC) I don't think it's usually too hot in Emigrant and the nights were cool so it was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian H.

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

Nice place

Good base for exploring north Yellowstone
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel C.

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

Quaint older house

Pulling up to the house one is met by the beauty that Montana holds. Amazing sunrises and sunsets are easily visible from the property. The night sky is breathtaking. There are many wildlife friends that are easily seen at any point in the day. The house has plenty of room but stagger your showers for everyone to have hot water. Very short drive between Livingston and Gardner. When coming back to Montana would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte A.

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

Just what we were looking for.

We were extremely happy with our house near Yellowstone. The furnishings and the beds were very comfortable and the house was spotless. We enjoyed seeing the owl in the shed, the deer on the property and hearing the coyotes at night. The privacy was outstanding. We used several hiking suggestions left by the host and used the hint for bear viewing as often as we could to watch grizzly bears. This property helped make our trip to Yellowstone wonderful.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave D.

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

Great, except!

The house was great with very comfortable furniture (which is lacking in most vacation rentals) especially the king bed. Working with the property manager was super easy. But, I have to give ita 4 star rating for a couple of reasons. First, the house has no window coverings except one window in the living room and one main floor bedroom. Not even in the bathrooms. The other thing is no air conditioning, which was not a problem for us because the temps were not too hot during the day and there are three fans you can use. Last, the kitchen was sparsley equipped. We were owners of a vacation rental for over 9 years, so we understand the challenges owners face. Overall, we had a great experience even though the other couple that was to meet us there could not make it due to illness (not covid).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Cathy C.

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

Nice Home on Historic Story Ranch and 30 Mins to Yellowstone Park Entrance

We really enjoyed our stay. The home features a cozy eat-in kitchen with range, MW, dishwasher and refrigerator. A spacious laundry is right off the kitchen with a washer and dryer. The first floor family room features comfortable seating and a large 1080p TV. 2 large BRs on the main level (1 queen and other BR with 2 twin beds) and a 3rd large bedroom with large window in the basement, which has a king size bed and adjacent modern bathroom. The upstairs bedrooms also shared a full hall bath. The property is well off the road and not visible from highway 89. It house features a real pretty with a wrap around porch with 6 Adirondack style wood chairs looking over a scenic landscape. The house is just under a 30 minute drive (highway speed limit of 70mph) from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park. We had 2 full days in the park, following our 4 days at Glacier National Park. Overall, I recommend it as a fine place to stay. Tanya, the VRBO Manager for the home, communicated well the entire trip. Bill C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

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

Great place! Loved the property.

Great place in the country. Still close to Emigrant, small town with a couple of good restaurants and and a good local grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

3 Generations trip to Yellowstone!

Great property with a convenient location to all the area sites and Bozeman airport. Loved the daily visits to our yard by the ranch cows, deer and moose!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

Private yet close to Highway. Lots of wildlife

We had a great time at this property with plenty of solitude with wildlife coming out In the evening and short drive to Yellowstone and Chico hot springs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Peaceful location and awesome fishing spot

It was an easy check in, clean and our family loved the fishing spot. We will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

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

Yellowstone vacation

This was a beautiful, secluded property that met all of my families needs. It was a 30 minute drive to the north entrance of Yellowstone. We woke up each morning to various wildlife right outside out windows. We only had one area of improvement to suggest for the property which would be the upstairs shower head- it was difficult to use and could use an update.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Peaceful getaway on the ranch.

Fantastic! Gorgeous view. Nice to be away from park crowds. Close to Chico hot springs where day passes are available, Tom Miner basin for wildlife viewing. Deer in the yard and babbling creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Authentic Southwest Montana

My family had an enjoyable stay at the Fridley Creek ranch house. Views from the front porch are spectacular and the property abounds with wildlife. Deer and sandhill cranes foraged in the yard daily and, to my amazement, the great horned owl in the photos was in his spot in the old barn "window." Loved hearing him and his mate hoot back and forth at dusk. House is spacious and furnishings comfortable, including a king-size bed in master bedroom. Kitchen is adequately stocked for basic meal preparation. Main downside of house is occasional noise from water/well pump and squeaky stairs, but limiting nighttime water use and trips up/down stairs solves this. My kids and I enjoyed playing ping pong on the table downstairs where there is plenty of room -- no knuckle scrapes on walls! The welcome/information book in the house was one of the best and most useful that I've encountered in my VRBO stays. One might be tempted to stay closer to Yellowstone (if visiting the park is the focus of your visit), but I'd say that the easy 25-30 minute drive through Paradise Valley to the north entrance of Yellowstone is every bit as beautiful as the park itself; I made the drive there-and-back four times and never once wished I was closer to the park. The slow drive through Tom Miner Basin (went to a grizzly bear lookout mentioned in the welcome book), is gorgeous, as well. My only regret is that our trip was timed such that extensive snow melt and run off made river fishing pretty much impossible. If I'm able to get together several friends for a future southwestern Montana fishing trip, I'll be looking to stay at the Fridley Creek house for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

High School Graduation Trip

Our youngest son graduated from high school and he chose Yellowstone as his trip. We booked this property and absolutely loved it. Had one issue with the coffee pot the first morning of our stay and contacted Tanya, she tried to help us trouble shoot and when that didn't work she brought a new one over while we were out for the day. My only recommendation would be some black out curtains in the bedrooms, the sun comes up early LOL. Thank you so much for a wonderful place for our family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

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

Great location!

Large home with easy access to Chico and other MT luxuries! Great communication with manager. Plenty of bed space for 6! If you have 7 and someone sleeps on the daybed, the pump for the water is super loud! The house could use a few more “stockable” items. Nothing too concerning. We would stay again. Girls trip and this home was comfortable! Owner was accommodating with arrival time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Plenty of social distance

Very cool location on a ranch, no one else within a mile. There are historic ranch buildings near the house, it was neat to explore. The house itself is comfortable and clean.