Great place with a lot of room. We had 16 people and everyone had plenty of space Views were amazing and it had everything you would ever need! Owners were great! We will be back.

We planned a family vacation with our adult children, so there were 4 couples that stayed here. The location was beautiful, quiet and so relaxing. We cooked most of our evening meals at home and it had everything we needed - dishes, condiments, serving bowls, etc. We played football and horse shoe in the yard after dinner. Coffee on the huge deck each morning was spectacular. The beds and pillows were comfy. There is no AC but It was not needed as there was a great breeze each night. It was unusually hot the week we were there (near 90) and we were comfortable in the home. This home was about an hour from Bozeman and 45 minutes to Yellowstone, so perfect location for us. Being out in the open countryside but still within a short drive to town was exactly what we wanted. The owner was very responsive and accommodating when we had questions or needed something. We would not hesitate to stay here again.

We planned a family vacation with our adult children, so there were 4 couples that stayed here. The location was beautiful, quiet and so relaxing. We cooked most of our evening meals at home and it had everything we needed - dishes, condiments, serving bowls, etc. We played football and horse shoe in the yard after dinner. Coffee on the huge deck each morning was spectacular. The beds and pillows were comfy. There is no AC but It was not needed as there was a great breeze each night. It was unusually hot the week we were there (near 90) and we were comfortable in the home. This home was about an hour from Bozeman and 45 minutes to Yellowstone, so perfect location for us. Being out in the open countryside but still within a short drive to town was exactly what we wanted. The owner was very responsive and accommodating when we had questions or needed something. We would not hesitate to stay here again.

This property was exactly everything our party of 7 hoped it would be and more! The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the home was great!! It was just what we were looking for. The location was both far enough away from the city and close enough. The only thing we would have added is A/C. We happened to be there during one of their 3 weeks of summer :)

Beyond the incredible location and scenery the Pleasant Pheasant offered the perfect accommodations for my large family reunion. With four different kitchens every family felt like they had their own space to retreat to if all the relatives became overwhelming. The most surprising thing about the Pleasant Pheasant was how comfortable all the beds were. Every single person in my large family raved about how great they slept. I honestly can't recommend the Pleasant Pheasant enough and I will definitely be back!!

We fully enjoyed our stay in this piece of country amid views that took our breath away. The quaint and well equipped cabins were cozy, clean and suited for all kinds of western adventure. Margie was responsive and welcoming in all communication. We were a group of close to 20 of all ages.....every one of us enjoyed our stay.

What a wonderful vacation, our family stayed at “The Pleasant Pheasant” after Christmas and found everything to be much more than we expected. The location is magnificent with a view of the mountains out the oversized cabin windows and during our trip daily we watch elk grazing on the mountain side. The cabin/house is extremely clean and is fully equipped with everything we needed from good quality towels, sheets and the kitchen had everything and more then we anticipated. Our family consisted of my husband and I along with our two daughters, their husbands and children for a total of ten of us. The place was perfect, plenty of room for everyone. After a day in Yellowstone Park and a dip at Chico Hot Springs (only 15 min away) the whole family returned to the cabin to relax, visit, play games and be together. One of the best family vacations we have had. Much better then all of us in different private room at a hotel. Margie the owner of the home was so pleasant to work with and very helpful with not only information about the home but she gave us ideas for extra activities for the kids, sent us links to maps and local attractions. They even had a sled for the kids to use! If you are looking for a vacation at “The Pleasant Pheasant” you will be very pleased. Enjoy Donna McDonald

What a wonderful vacation, our family stayed at “The Pleasant Pheasant” after Christmas and found everything to be much more than we expected. The location is magnificent with a view of the mountains out the oversized cabin windows and during our trip daily we watch elk grazing on the mountain side. The cabin/house is extremely clean and is fully equipped with everything we needed from good quality towels, sheets and the kitchen had everything and more then we anticipated. Our family consisted of my husband and I along with our two daughters, their husbands and children for a total of ten of us. The place was perfect, plenty of room for everyone. After a day in Yellowstone Park and a dip at Chico Hot Springs (only 15 min away) the whole family returned to the cabin to relax, visit, play games and be together. One of the best family vacations we have had. Much better then all of us in different private room at a hotel. Margie the owner of the home was so pleasant to work with and very helpful with not only information about the home but she gave us ideas for extra activities for the kids, sent us links to maps and local attractions. They even had a sled for the kids to use! If you are looking for a vacation at “The Pleasant Pheasant” you will be very pleased. Enjoy Donna McDonald

Sometime ago (Sept '11), my family (wife and four kids then aged 11, 7, 7 and 5) stayed at The Pleasant Pheasant. With a change of jobs, I have just re-read my email to Margie after we got back to Australia. This is what I said: The Pleasant Pheasant will always be in our memories. It is such a fantastic location and cabin. For a family looking for a taste of Montana - we couldn't recommend it more highly. It is hard to describe the sense of space and majesty you feel when you are there. The two mountain ranges are breathtaking and constantly changing colours and feel. A storm rolled in one night and all we could do was stare as clouds rolled down the mountains. As for the log cabin, what can I say other than we felt right at home, which was exactly what we were after. The kids loved the freedom to be themselves, exploring in Elbow Creek, running around and around the cabin, watching a snake crawl across the yard and deer visiting for breakfast. The drive to Yellowstone National Park was a trip in itself. The Park is huge. I knew it was big but wow! I doubt you could explore what you wanted to in a lifetime. The kids are now Junior Rangers. An afternoon dip at Chicco with the kids was just what the doctor ordered. We also went to the Snowcamp (?) trail head but the kids wouldn't get out of the car until we promised the bears were all gone. Livingstone and Bozeman were both fabulous day trips. Dinner at Montana's Rib & Chop House in Livingston was a highlight. One day the kids parked themselves in the kids' library section of the library in Bozeman (after finding the best candy store in town). Museum of the Rockies was amazing. The kids are also now Bobcats' fans and we have photos and hats to prove it. I won't say goodbye but farewell as I hope you will let us stay again. We will definitely be back. We are already looking at You Tube videos of winter in Bozeman and we are keen for the kids to ski at Bridger and Big Sky. We look at the real estate pages and dream of owning a place in Paradise Valley." Yes. We will be back

Sometime ago (Sept '11), my family (wife and four kids then aged 11, 7, 7 and 5) stayed at The Pleasant Pheasant. With a change of jobs, I have just re-read my email to Margie after we got back to Australia. This is what I said:The Pleasant Pheasant will always be in our memories. It is such a fantastic location and cabin. For a family looking for a taste of Montana - we couldn't recommend it more highly. It is hard to describe the sense of space and majesty you feel when you are there. The two mountain ranges are breathtaking and constantly changing colours and feel. A storm rolled in one night and all we could do was stare as clouds rolled down the mountains.As for the log cabin, what can I say other than we felt right at home, which was exactly what we were after.The kids loved the freedom to be themselves, exploring in Elbow Creek, running around and around the cabin, watching a snake crawl across the yard and deer visiting for breakfast.The drive to Yellowstone National Park was a trip in itself. The Park is huge. I knew it was big but wow! I doubt you could explore what you wanted to in a lifetime. The kids are now Junior Rangers.An afternoon dip at Chicco with the kids was just what the doctor ordered. We also went to the Snowcamp (?) trail head but the kids wouldn't get out of the car until we promised the bears were all gone.Livingstone and Bozeman were both fabulous day trips. Dinner at Montana's Rib & Chop House in Livingston was a highlight. One day the kids parked themselves in the kids' library section of the library in Bozeman (after finding the best candy store in town). Museum of the Rockies was amazing. The kids are also now Bobcats' fans and we have photos and hats to prove it.I won't say goodbye but farewell as I hope you will let us stay again. We will definitely be back. We are already looking at You Tube videos of winter in Bozeman and we are keen for the kids to ski at Bridger and Big Sky. We look at the real estate pages and dream of owning a place in Paradise Valley."Yes. We will be back

Sometime ago (Sept '11), my family (wife and four kids then aged 11, 7, 7 and 5) stayed at The Pleasant Pheasant. With a change of jobs, I have just re-read my email to Margie after we got back to Australia. This is what I said: The Pleasant Pheasant will always be in our memories. It is such a fantastic location and cabin. For a family looking for a taste of Montana - we couldn't recommend it more highly. It is hard to describe the sense of space and majesty you feel when you are there. The two mountain ranges are breathtaking and constantly changing colours and feel. A storm rolled in one night and all we could do was stare as clouds rolled down the mountains. As for the log cabin, what can I say other than we felt right at home, which was exactly what we were after. The kids loved the freedom to be themselves, exploring in Elbow Creek, running around and around the cabin, watching a snake crawl across the yard and deer visiting for breakfast. The drive to Yellowstone National Park was a trip in itself. The Park is huge. I knew it was big but wow! I doubt you could explore what you wanted to in a lifetime. The kids are now Junior Rangers. An afternoon dip at Chicco with the kids was just what the doctor ordered. We also went to the Snowcamp (?) trail head but the kids wouldn't get out of the car until we promised the bears were all gone. Livingstone and Bozeman were both fabulous day trips. Dinner at Montana's Rib & Chop House in Livingston was a highlight. One day the kids parked themselves in the kids' library section of the library in Bozeman (after finding the best candy store in town). Museum of the Rockies was amazing. The kids are also now Bobcats' fans and we have photos and hats to prove it. I won't say goodbye but farewell as I hope you will let us stay again. We will definitely be back. We are already looking at You Tube videos of winter in Bozeman and we are keen for the kids to ski at Bridger and Big Sky. We look at the real estate pages and dream of owning a place in Paradise Valley." Yes. We will be back

My husband, I and our two kids stayed here with another couple and their four kids over Thanksgiving week. We had the greatest time. The house is huge, and the layout couldn't be more perfect for multiple families. Our friends stayed on the bottom floor with the full kitchen, we took the top floor and the mail floor kitchen, and the bedroom on the mail floor also went to our friends. Everything you can think of is there, as far as pots, pans, utensils. Spices and etc were there, and when we needed something in a pinch on Thanksgiving Day, the caretakers the next house over were happy to hook us up. The beds were all so comfortable, great linens, (I usually pack my own sheets, but never took them out of my luggage) Plenty of towels, too. Wi-fi was great, because I kind of panic when I am out of reach. Cell reception was great. Satellite television was awesome too. The men went out hunting all day, and left the women and kids at home, and we had plenty to do. Books, games, movies, all there. This place would be amazing in the summer with the screened in back deck with the grill. We didn't get to use it, but I want to plan a trip someday and go back when it is warmer. About a 40 minute drive south to Yellowstone too! As our first time using VRBO, we didn't know what to expect. This is how we want to vacation from now on. LOVED this house, it is beautiful and clean, and layed out perfectly. Couldn't ask for a more perfect first experience. Thank you for having us!

My family thoroughly enjoyed their stay at the Pleasant Pheasant. It has all the amenities that you could need for a perfect Montana vacation. The views are absolutely amazing and the fishing nearby is incredible. Close to Chico and Pine Creek Cafe!

Our family stayed for a week at the Pleasant Pheasant. We had the best time! We rented the home and two cabins - all were lovely, comfortable and well appointed. We had 18 in our party and there was plenty of room. The kitchens have everything you need - great pots/pans, knives, pantry items, etc... We spent so much time on the porches visiting, eating. Their is a lovely breeze that blows through the main home and smells so good. Beautiful surroundings, amazing views, dramatic sky. We would definitely go back! We rafted the Yellowstone, rode horses at Bearpaw Outfitters, at dinner at Old Faithful, hiked to Pine Creek Falls, but truly the best fun was just hanging at the PP. Margie was very helpful and a delight to work with.

Our family gathered at the Pleasant Pheasant to celebrate our 50th anniversary. The accommodations were wonderful with room for all 18 of us in the main cabin and the bunk house. Both places were great with extra amenities. We had a great time together and would recommend the Pleasant Pheasant for anyone. Margie, the owner, was great to work with.

We had such an awesome time!! Your home is very beautiful and accommodating. Jason and Amanda were gracious hosts and very informative. We saw just about as many animals coming/going to your home as we did in the park, including eagles, ospreys, mule deer, elk, antelope, rabbits. It was a vacation of a lifetime especially for my brother and sister-in-law. Montana is so breathtaking. My boys and I drove to Virginia City one day and we explored Livingston too but spent most of our time in Yellowstone. Oh, went on hike you recommended to the waterfalls too and Chico's. It had snowed before we got there and just made the whole experience so incredible. And, on last night, the most spectacular double rainbow appeared almost directly over your house! A final goodbye to us.

What a beautiful location and property! The Pleasant Pheasant was an attractively decorated home in Paradise Valley (how appropriately named!). We loved driving past beautiful ranches and fields of deer, cattle and horses to get to our home away from home. It was a great location for our family of 10, something close-by for everyone. Our party spent time fly fishing in local rivers and creeks, hiking on local trails, horseback riding, soaking in Chico hot spring pools, and 3 days in Yellowstone. Margie has been helpful with any questions we have had. We hope to visit again someday!

If you are looking for the right place to stay with fabulous views and ease of access to all this area offers, then you might just consider the Pleasant Pheasant! We had a very relaxing time here with our family of four, grandmother, and also aunt and uncle from England. Plenty of space for everyone, two porch swings, plus seating on the deck facing the Absoroka Mountains. There are lawn toys for the large yard, and pool toys to take to nearby Chico Hot Springs. The drive to the North entrance of Yellowstone is about a 45 minute drive, and please be aware that this area is FULL of deer that like to cross roads in the blink of an eye...drive safely! There is gas and groceries in nearby Emigrant, a short 10 minute drive away, with the Howlin' Hounds Cafe across the street, a great place for breakfast and lunch, and they have serval box lunch varieties to go. Also nearby is Pine Creek Cafe which is an eclectic little place that has live music, and serves elk and buffalo. Bear Paw Outfitters is just down the road as well, and is highly recommended to those who care about safety, and they also own and break their own horses (they are not leased for the season like most). The cabin is quiet, and is out in the middle of 20 acres, so you have a lot of privacy, and 360* views. There is no air conditioning here, but the ceiling fans and evening breezes take care of that. The kitchen is small but functional, and there is an additional kitchen available downstairs that is much larger. Fishing in the area is great, especially if you like to fish on your own without hiring a guide. The best thing to do is get out and talk to people on the river, as we found that going to the fly shops only gave us recommendations for all the same spots, all full up with anglers who were given the same information. The sunsets from the property are amazing, and there are plenty of day drives that are close enough to make coming back from the crowds a real treat in the evening. Yellowstone is a definite 3-5 day trek if you choose to see most of the main features. The North entrance is the way to go if you want to stay outside of the park. With a 7 day pass we saw most everything, and highly recommend Mammoth, Norris, Old Faithful and Canyon Falls if you are limited on travel time. Take advantage of the hikes in the area and day trips to Virginia & Nevada City- great ghost towns! Livingston is great for shopping, and not as touristy as Gardiner. Kind and helpful owner. Thank you, Margie!

This property was perfect for our family reunion, consisting of 7 adults and 6 teenagers. We used both the main house and the bunk house and had plenty of space. The house was comfortable and decorated beautifully. The views out every window were stunning. There is plenty to do in the area and the owners were very helpful in giving us suggestions. Some of the activities we took part in were rafting with Wild Wild West in Gardiner, local hikes to beautiful waterfalls, horseback riding with Bear Paw Outfitters, Chico Hot Springs, Yellowstone,and Livingston Roundup Rodeo. Evenings were spent playing outside games in the large lawn and relaxing on the porch. We made wonderful memories and were glad we chose the Pleasant Pheasant.

The house and setting were all we could ask for in a rental. We took our families to spend a week here and loved the area the house was located and the wildlife we could see from the front door. It was close to all the places we wanted to visit and was a welcome site in the evenings when we returned. The rooms were great and the decorations in each so beautiful. Since we commandeered the whole house having four families combined the amount of space was great! We were all able to come together and share meals while having space to be on our own. My husband was insistent on a log cabin both inside and out and this fit the bill totally. The owners were so helpful and friendly and I would suggest this rental to anyone. Can't wait to go back!

What a great place to stay. Could not have asked for a more perfect place. Gorgeous view any time of the day. Loved the sunrise, sunsets and the rolling in of the clouds. The cool evening breezes and most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. The resident dog was a joy to have around. Perfect location to where we wanted to go. Spent time in Yellowstone, Bozeman, Beartooth and Livingston. Everything we needed was there. I definite home away from home. Beautifully decorated and well organized. Family vacation included my family of 4, my mother in law and my parents. Everyone loved it and gave it high marks. Thanks for opening your home to us, Marge

We had a wonderful time visiting Montana and we couldn’t have been happier with the house. The house was beautiful and was as comfortable as home. Everything we needed was right there. Margie, you did a great job thinking of all the little details. Our children especially loved all the freedom they had on your property to run and explore! This was our first visit to Yellowstone Park and we were truly amazed at the beauty and wildlife. Everything was so conveniently located from the house. We are planning when we get to come back next time! Thank you, Valerie and David Langman

We will never forget our recent trip to the Pleasant Pheasant! We held our daughter's wedding on the property and everything was perfect! Our family and friends flew in from around the country and stayed in all of the houses. They were clean, well maintained and there were views of the mountains from very room! The property was ideal for a wedding- a beautiful little spot for the ceremony by the creek and a large open field for a reception tent. There was plenty for the guests to do over the weekend- hiking, floating and fishing on the Yellowstone River, horseback riding and relaxing on the front porch! Margie, the owner, could not have been nicer! She was extremely helpful and accommodating! Bridger, the caretaker, was amazing! He spent hours helping us set up for the wedding and making sure everything was just right! Everyone had a wonderful time at the Pleasant Pheasant. We can't wait to go back!!!

We just returned from a Family Reunion at the Pleasant Pheasant, and I can't imagine where we could have found a better place! The Paradise Valley truly is amazingly beautiful, and the activities available are almost limitless. We had a group ranging in age from 69 years to 6 months, and everyone was comfortable and happy at the Pleasant Pheasant. You will find the owners to be most gracious hosts. the property was immaculate and everything from the amazing mountain views from every room in the house to the mule deer grazing in the yard was absolutely enchanting. We are already talking about a return trip to Paradise Valley, and it absolutely will mean staying at the Pleasant Pheasant again. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us!