| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 16 positive, 0 negative]
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| 10/13/09 |
Positive
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| We feel so lucky and privileged to have found possibly the best, most luxurious and comfortable place to stay in Yellowstone! Rick and Cheryl could have not been more hospitable and attentive hosts, particularly as we were visiting from the UK. They think of absolutely EVERYTHING and more besides!!We loved all this home had to offer, including daily visits by elk and deer. In Yellowstone we saw a bear and celebrated with a fabulous soak in the Boiling River. So if you love Yellowstone as much as we do, treat yourself and stay here - you won't be disappointed. Thanks Rick and Cheryl for all you did to make our holiday so memorable - we can't wait to return. |
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Mark, Ruth and Lois, York, United Kingdom |
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| 08/25/09 |
Positive
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| You know, we simply cannot say enough wonderful things about the house OR about the owners! The house is BEAUTIFUL - the pictures are fantastic, but in person the house is filled with gorgeous wood floors and cabinetry and has so many cozy details - we were at home right away! We have three teenagers (age 14, 15, & 16) and even THEY were completely impressed with the house (and you know how hard teenagers are to impress!). Our first morning there we saw a Mama Elk and her babies along with some deer - and we saw wildlife everywhere our entire time there. The house is just a short drive from the park, and it was nice to have such a lovely home waiting for us each night after sightseeing all day! We had to cut our visit short due to a medical emergency with my husband, and Cindy and Rick were incredibly kind about it - and even called to see how he was doing. This is the BEST vacation - even cut short - that we've ever had, and I cannot recommend the Northgate House enough!! |
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Ari & Michael Rooney, Cheney, WA
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| 07/13/09 |
Positive
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There are no words to describe the North Gate experience—it is truly fantastic. Rick and Cheryl are fabulous hosts and have thought of every single detail. You will truly want for nothing in the home and nothing has been overlooked—technology, amenities, basic supplies, ultra comfort, and amazing layout. The views from the deck are truly breath taking and we were fortunate enough to see 4th of July fireworks during our stay.
The photos on the web are very good, but to see this place in person is unbelievable. This is our first experience with VRBO and based upon our stay at North Gate, it will not be our last, although the standard for future stays has been set very high and we will always compare our time at North Gate to any other VRBO rentals.
Yellowstone is within sight and the town of Gardiner has most everything one could need for a pleasurable Yellowstone vacation. Look no further than this rental for your ultimate Yellowstone experience! Many thanks to Rick and Cheryl for allowing us into their home—you guys are the best!
The Duhons; Cypress, Texas
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Anonymous |
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| 06/30/09 |
Positive
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| We have rented many very plesant vacation homes in the past but this one will most certainly be at the top of the list. Rick & Cherl handle everything in a personable way. They make you feel as if you are visiting friends. The house provides everything you could possibly need or want. It's a little like country in the city. It's is a short drive both to shopping and to the park, but rural enough to provide entertainment both from the horses in the corral next door and the deer and elk who stroll thru the area trying to steal a tasty nibble from the neighbors garden. A thoroughly delighful home away from home! Thank you for sharing it with us. |
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Dorothy & Sharon Jones, Venice, Fl. |
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| 04/27/09 |
Positive
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| This was our first experience renting a house while on vacation, and the truth is that the bar has now been set extremely high! The Northgate house is so attractive, inviting, and well-appointed that we might be spoiled for life! We loved everything about this home. It is perfectly situated just outside of Yellowstone, with a gorgeous view from the deck, wildlife everywhere, and plenty of sunlight streaming through the huge windows. The house itself is so clean and beautifully decorated...like a model, except with all the warmth and special touches of a real home. Cheryl and Rick were wonderful to work with, as well. We can't say enough good things about our 6 day stay at the Nortgate house, and neither can our 3 kids. We're so thankful we found it! If you're looking for an exceptional home to stay in while visiting Yellowstone, search no more. This is the one! |
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Stephanie and Brian Prince, Concord, North Carolina |
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| 04/11/09 |
Positive
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Thanks, Cheryl and Rick for letting us stay in your beautiful home. This home is by far the most well-equipped that we have ever had the pleasure to stay in. We really appreciate all the conveniences you provided, particularly since we flew in from Virginia and didn't have to worry about picking up detergent, etc.
My kids had a great time, too and also loved the house. We saw mule deer, antelope and elk in the yard and bison, coyote and even 2 wolves at dusk inside the park.
Thanks again for everything and we'd love to stay again if we ever find ourselves in your neck of the woods. |
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Cathy Smith |
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| 01/06/09 |
Positive
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We spent New Year's Eve and Julie's 40th. When we
arrived a huge elk was laying beside the house.
Entered a nice warm and inviting home after a long
drive. We went to the park each day, after watching
the mule deer and elk feed each morning. Gray,
cloudy, gorgeous... Yellowstone with an empty
road, WOW! All the comforts of home when we
returned. The pizza from Outlaw was awesome the
second day. Thank you for allowing us to spend
time in this beautiful home. We appreciated all of
your communication. We were able to make those
reservations for that wild-life tour. |
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Greg & Julie Orkiolla, Tooele UT |
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| 11/03/08 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful stay at North Gate House in late September. The house is beautifully maintained and is very well equipped. It's location at the north gate of Yellowstone is really convenient. We appreciated the guide books that they had in the house as they were really helpful in our adventures around Yellowstone. We would highly recommend this rental property |
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Stan and Carrie Mork
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| 10/04/08 |
Positive
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| North Gate House was WONDERFUL! We rent vaction homes often and this was the most well-equipped home we have ever rented! The location was great --as close as you could stay to many of the major park attractions. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us! |
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Ami and Mike Brown, Houston, TX |
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| 09/25/08 |
Positive
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9/25/08
My comment for this house is, if you are planning a trip to Yellowstone, stay at Northgate House. The house is new, and just beautiful. The country deco in the bedrooms and bath go so well with the theme of Yellowstone.Rick and Cherly were great people to communicate with. They thought of everything that you would need for your stay at the house. I have rented a lot of houses from Vrbo, and you need not worry about being dissappointed about renting Northgate House. Shirl and Ed Latrobe Pa. |
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Shirl O'Barto, Latrobe Pa. 15650
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| 08/13/08 |
Positive
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We had a wonderful stay at the North Gate House in Gardiner, Montana. It was close to the Yellowstone entrance and the house itself was fantastic. Everything we needed plus more was provided. It was extremely clean and comfortable. Our son hiked to the Yellowstone River nearly every morning and caught trout. We had elk visit regularly and the grandchildren enjoyed "their room" and the x-box. There are numerous rafting, horseback riding and touring excursions available right in town. Soaking in the natural hotub where the Boiling River and the Gardiner River merge was a real highlight too.
Thank you Rick and Cheryl for thinking of "everything"!
Allen and Judy Hartwig |
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Judy Hartwig, Clinton, Michigan
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| 07/20/08 |
Positive
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My family and I had an amazing stay at Yellowstone
North Gate House in Gardiner, Montana. The house
is brand new and very comfortable--we found
ourselves feeling like it was our own house even
though we only stayed for one week. The views
from the deck are spectacular. The proximity to
the park and to stores couldn't be more convenient.
The kitchen is well-equipped and a pleasure to use.
Everything about the house and our stay there was
perfect. We plan on staying there again. |
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David Smashey
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| 07/14/08 |
Positive
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Unquestionably, we just returned from the best vacation I had ever taken in my life. Yellowstone is truly a gift from GOD.
I just wanted to thank the Brown’s for allowing us to rent their beautiful home. The view off the deck is unbelievable. I have rented vacation homes on a few occasions and never have I had one so comfortable, accommodating, and well equipped. It’s conveniently located to all of the amenities of town and yet a great launching pad to start each day’s adventure. We prepared a good percentage of our meals at the house, and found the kitchen to be very functional easy to find all that you need. I recommend an early morning hike up the mountain that backs up to the house.
The Brown’s are very helpful and I strongly recommend the use of the North Gate House upon your travels to Yellowstone.
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Doug Skor, Barrington, IL
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| 06/28/08 |
Positive
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What can we say about the Northgate house? WOW! We completely enjoyed out stay there. This must rank as one of, if not the, best place to stay in Gardiner. We enjoyed our mornings having coffee, overlooking the Mountains, looking at the elk in the valley below. We spent out days doing other activies (horseback, river rafting), or taking spectacular day trips in the parks. Follwed by a return "home" to have a home cooked meal prepared in a wonderful kitchen. Rick and Cherly were a pleasure to communicated with, and they made sure our every need was taken care of. Two thumbs(I'd give three if I had them. :)) up!
The Brehler Family |
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The Brehler Family
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| 05/18/08 |
Positive
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The Northgate house is a brand new beautiful house. When we arrived we were stunned with the beautiful views and the total impression of the building. When we left we really felt sorry. In the house you get:
- breathtaking views from the mountains across, you will see bison, elk, deer, etc. in huge numbers
- a clean comfortable house
- the ceiling in the living room is 20ft high! with lots of glass windows. You’ll have a great experience just sitting on the couch.
- The pictures of the house won’t show you the completeness and the comfort:
o Every floor has clean, complete & neat bathroom
o Televisions
o Heaps of cabinet space
o Slide windows with mosquito protection
o Heating / cooling
o And more
- Beautiful modern, over complete kitchen. Any pan, tool, etc you need, you will find.
- Anything & more you’ll need: it’s there
- It’s totally modern, but with the nice accents that you could expect in Yellow Stone country.
- Mule deer & lots of birds around the house
- High speed Internet
- It’s very close to the north gate of yellow stone park (within 1 mile). You can see the Roosevelt arch. But you have all the privacy that you want.
The communication with Rick & Cheryl goes perfect. Any question, any time gets a quick response.
We stayed there with two kids (9 and 7). The kids enjoyed the stay as much as we did: they felt at home!
If this house is available: we would certainly book it the next time.
Hilma & Alex
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Alex ten Voorde, Netherlands
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| 04/11/08 |
Positive
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This log cabin is better than any B&B and hotels. Cheryl and Ric thought of everything you would need from the western theme of the cabin from the house decorations to the movies and library selection of books, along with a fully stock kitchen, and welcome basket. The view from the house is so amazing. Their backyard had anywhere from 6-8 elks grazing. The bunkbed and xbox games my son just loved. We would definitely recommend this to our friends and family who would
considering vacationing in Yellowstone, since it is only 5 minutes away. Thanks Cheryl and Ric for building such a great cabin.
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Ana , San Diego
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