Tom Miner Creek Retreat

Swan Land Properties

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Wooden porch at this Montana retreat with a stack of firewood overlooks a grassy meadow and distant tree-covered mountains under a blue sky; a swing and rustic decor add to the cozy, peaceful Tom Miner Creek setting.

A rustic log cabin with a metal roof sits in a grassy, open landscape at Tom Miner Creek Retreat. There’s a covered porch with firewood stacked beside it, and mountains and blue sky with clouds in the background.

View from inside a rustic Montana cabin looking out glass doors onto a grassy field with a herd of elk and snow-capped mountains beyond. A dining table and chairs are in the foreground—perfect for a peaceful Tom Miner Creek retreat.

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A rustic wooden house with a covered front porch, outdoor furniture, bikes, and a grill. Trees surround the yard at this Montana retreat near Tom Miner Creek, with mountains visible in the background under a blue sky.

A rustic wooden cabin at Tom Miner Creek Retreat sits on a grassy lawn, surrounded by trees and hills under a partly cloudy blue sky. A wooden walkway leads you to the inviting front door and covered porch.

A small rustic log cabin retreat with a screened porch sits among green trees and grass under a blue sky near Tom Miner Creek, Montana, with a wooden bench and stone path leading to the front steps.

Aerial view of Tom Miner Creek winding through a wide Montana valley with scattered trees, grassy fields, and a few houses. Rolling hills and mountains surround this peaceful retreat under a partly cloudy sky.

A wide landscape view of Montana’s Tom Miner Creek valley, scattered houses, green fields, and trees nestled among rolling hills and mountains—an inviting retreat beneath a partly cloudy blue sky.

The Tom Miner Creek Retreat is a rustic wooden cabin with a green roof, nestled in a grassy field and surrounded by trees, rolling hills, and patches of shrubs with red and tan earth under a partly cloudy sky.

Emigrant, Montana
20 Deeded
$1,995,000

Montana’s Paradise Valley is the heart of Yellowstone Country, and few other places inspire immediate images of grandeur, wilderness, and unsurpassed beauty. Tucked inconspicuously between Emigrant and Gardiner, sits the spectacular Tom Miner Basin. Welcome to the Tom Miner Creek Retreat, at 9 Grizzly Meadow Road, consisting of twenty acres with frontage along the banks of Tom Miner Creek. This pastoral retreat—with three separate cabin residences, a creek-side hideaway cabin, mature cottonwood trees, and irrigation rights—sits on the steps of the Yellowstone wilderness. The property transitions from the lush riparian creek bottom with mature cottonwood trees and open meadows, where two cabins are located, to a stunning high desert meadow, where the main cabin is situated, perched on a promontory overlooking the Yellowstone River Valley and the high peaks of the Absaroka Mountains. The property provides unrivaled access to all the recreation the Greater Yellowstone area has to offer. Just moments from the retreat is access to the Yellowstone River and the National Forest. Herds of elk frequent the property and provide quite a backdrop for a morning cup of coffee. The next fortunate owner will experience the best of western living at Tom Miner Creek Retreat—all within a comfortable drive of Bozeman, Livingston, and Yellowstone National Park.

Aerial view of Tom Miner Creek winding through a wide Montana valley with scattered trees, grassy fields, and a few houses. Rolling hills and mountains surround this peaceful retreat under a partly cloudy sky.

Tom Miner Creek Retreat is located a scenic 38-mile drive south from downtown Livingston, MT, off Highway 89 just past the Carbella Recreation Site, along Old Yellowstone Trail South.

Emigrant preserves the desirable rural Montana lifestyle with restaurants, basic services, and the famous Chico Hot Springs Resort. The larger communities of Livingston and Bozeman are nearby, offering residents all the necessary amenities and services of larger cities.

The property is easily accessible from several nearby airports: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is 72 miles away, and the Mission Field Airport in Livingston is 53 miles away.

Recently upgraded, Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport at Gallatin Field (BZN) offers several full-service FBOs, including the Yellowstone Jet Center, and excellent commercial services from Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, JetBlue, Sun Country, and United Airlines. One of the busiest passenger airports in the region, and the busiest in the state of Montana, BZN offers direct flights to multiple major airports around the nation.

Approximate distances to other cities and attractions are as follows:

Emigrant, MT
Gardiner, MT
Chico Hot Springs Resort
Yellowstone National Park – N Entrance
Livingston, MT
Mission Field Airport – Livingston
Bozeman, MT
Bridger Bowl Ski Area
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

16 miles
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53 miles
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72 miles

Tom Miner Creek Retreat is comprised of 20.01± deeded acres with three independent cabin residences, a dry creek-side cabin and gazebo, and outbuildings nestled in the mixed topography of riparian area, high desert, native pasture with cottonwoods, pines, and willows, and Tom Miner Creek frontage.

The retreat provides a comfortable collection of cabin residences offering opportunities for multiple uses. Three separate residences, each with varying rustic charm and amenities, blend into the landscape. While the compound provides over 3,780± square feet of combined living area, each residence offers privacy and a unique location.
The retreat is a true multi-use property that has historically served as a primary residence while also generating income from rentals. Buyer to independently verify the feasibility of future short-term vacation rentals.

YELLOWSTONE CABIN

The Tom Miner Creek Retreat is a rustic wooden cabin with a green roof, nestled in a grassy field and surrounded by trees, rolling hills, and patches of shrubs with red and tan earth under a partly cloudy sky.

Situated on the higher elevation of the property, this cabin serves as the owner’s primary residence and commands breathtaking views of the Yellowstone River Valley to the north and the high peaks of the Absaroka Range to the south. Offering exceptional privacy and a true Western yet refined ambiance, the cabin features classic log construction, vaulted ceilings, and a covered front porch.

Built in 1995, the cabin encompasses 1,312± square feet and includes one loft-style bedroom, one full bath, and one half bath upstairs. The main cabin itself has a rich history, originally constructed in 1906 in Jardine, Montana, before being relocated to its present site. The thoughtful craftsmanship continues throughout, with additional logs that were hand-peeled and sourced from local forests, tile imported from Mexico’s central valley, and kitchen cabinets crafted from recycled barnwood reclaimed from Tom Miner Basin.

The cabin is efficiently heated by a Heat & Glo wood stove, with electric baseboard heating providing supplemental warmth. Appliances include a propane range, washer and dryer, refrigerator, and microwave. Outdoor living is well accommodated by both the front and back porches. A heated detached shop/garage with office offers additional storage and workspace. The cabin is finished with a durable metal roof.

Rustic log cabin kitchen at a Montana retreat, with patterned blue and white tiled countertops, wooden cabinets, pots hanging above the island, a stove, and a window overlooking Tom Miner Creek’s lush greenery. Warm wood tones throughout.

Rustic log cabin interior with exposed wooden beams, a stone fireplace, bookshelves, leather sofa, and a cozy armchair. This inviting retreat near Tom Miner Creek, Montana boasts a visible kitchen area and sunlit windows.

A cozy rustic bedroom with wood-paneled walls and ceiling, a large bed with a colorful quilt, side tables, and a large window offering a scenic Montana retreat view of mountains and fields. A painting hangs on the wall above the bed.

GRIZZLY MEADOWS CABIN

A rustic wooden house with a covered front porch, outdoor furniture, bikes, and a grill. Trees surround the yard at this Montana retreat near Tom Miner Creek, with mountains visible in the background under a blue sky.

Located in the center of the acreage and surrounded by large mature trees near the irrigation creek, this charming cabin offers a wonderful farmhouse feel. A covered front porch welcomes you in, leading to an open, airy kitchen and a cozy living area filled with natural light from large windows framing beautiful meadow views.

Built in 1986, the cabin encompasses approximately 1,264 square feet and features two upstairs bedrooms, a full upstairs bathroom, and a convenient half bath on the main level. Heating is provided by a combination of a wood stove and electric baseboard heat. The home is equipped with an electric range, washer/dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, and a microwave. The asphalt roof is about 20 years old.

A cozy living room at Tom Miner Creek Retreat features wooden ceiling beams, a white couch, patterned rug, small TV on a wooden table, and large windows overlooking a green yard. Light fills the space, highlighting comfortable seating and simple decor.

A cozy Montana kitchen and dining area with wooden floors, walls, and ceiling. A table with a striped cloth and six chairs sits in the foreground, while a staircase leads upstairs. Natural light fills this inviting retreat near Tom Miner Creek.

A bright Montana bedroom retreat with wood floors, a red patterned rug, a metal-framed bed with blue bedding, a wooden chair, and two large windows letting in natural light—perfect for relaxing near Tom Miner Creek.

Situated adjacent to the Grizzly Meadows Cabin is a historic cabin that has been converted into a garage and storage building. The building, known as Cory’s Cabin, has an interesting history—it was originally a United States Forest Service cabin relocated from the South Fork of Deep Creek, farther up the valley, giving it a unique character that sets it apart from a typical outbuilding. While it has electricity, it does not have running water.

A rustic log cabin with a wooden door and small windows sits among tall trees near Tom Miner Creek, offering a peaceful Montana retreat. A dirt path winds by and green grass surrounds the area on a bright day.

VALLEY VIEW CABIN

A small wooden cabin with a red roof sits in an open grassy field near Tom Miner Creek, surrounded by trees, hills, and mountains under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Situated in the open lower meadow, this older residence serves as a cozy cabin basecamp for adventures, with views focused on the nearby creek corridor and open space. Built in 1985, the home offers 1,204± square feet of living space featuring two upstairs bedrooms plus a loft bedroom, a full bath upstairs, a half bath on the main level, and a sunroom warmed by a wood stove. The property is equipped with two wood stoves and an electric forced-air furnace for heating, and benefits from all-new windows installed in 2026, though the asphalt roof is original, at over 30 years old. Included with the home are an electric range, refrigerator, microwave, and a washer/dryer.

Cozy rustic living room retreat with wood-paneled walls, exposed beams, a ceiling fan, two beige sofas, a wooden dining table with chairs, landscape art, lamps, and windows filling the Montana space with natural light.

A cozy kitchen retreat with wood-paneled walls, white cabinets, a marble countertop, stove, sink, and washing machine. A window reveals Tom Miner Creek’s greenery outside. Pots hang above the stove and shelves hold kitchen essentials.

A cozy rustic bedroom at Tom Miner Creek Retreat with wood-paneled walls, a ceiling fan, a bed with a patterned quilt, two wooden chairs, lamps, a window revealing green grass outside, and decorative birdhouses on the wall.

Near the Valley View Cabin are the detached garage, carport, and an equipment shed, which offer additional storage for boats and adventure gear.

A wooden garage with a brown roof stands on a grassy lawn, surrounded by trees—a peaceful retreat near Tom Miner Creek, Montana. Next to it is a small shed with a metal roof and a carport for storing lawn equipment.

CREEKSIDE ESCAPE CABIN

A small rustic log cabin retreat with a screened porch sits among green trees and grass under a blue sky near Tom Miner Creek, Montana, with a wooden bench and stone path leading to the front steps.

Nestled along Tom Miner Creek, this charming one-room cabin with a loft offers a unique “dry” experience—it has power and electric heat, but no running water or septic system due to its proximity to the creek. An outdoor kitchen rounds out the setup, making it an ideal summer retreat where you can unwind surrounded by lush riparian vegetation and the soothing sounds of the creek flowing just outside. It’s rustic, comfortable, and full of adventure—a truly memorable escape into nature.

Cozy wooden cabin retreat with a loft, ladder, kitchen area, open door to greenery, shelves with dishes, a lamp on a table, and a couch near large windows overlooking the natural beauty of Tom Miner Creek, Montana.

A rustic outdoor kitchen at a Montana retreat features wooden beams, a metal countertop, sink, appliances, storage shelves, and a bright orange drink cooler, overlooking green trees and grass by Tom Miner Creek. Natural light streams through a clear roof.

CREEK GAZEBO

Located under the trees near the Creekside Cabin is the screened gazebo, offering a perfect location to enjoy cool summer nights under the stars. The gazebo is wired for power, but it is currently not operational.

A rustic wooden cabin at Tom Miner Creek Retreat with screened windows sits in a green, wooded area. A neatly stacked pile of firewood rests beside the cabin, surrounded by grass, trees, and leafy vegetation.

A cozy screened-in porch at this Montana retreat features wooden beams, two cushioned chairs, a green bench swing, a yellow patterned rug, and a ceiling fan—all surrounded by lush trees near scenic Tom Miner Creek.

Recreation and relaxation are at the core of the Montana experience in the Tom Miner Basin and Paradise Valley. At center stage in the Valley is the wild and undammed Yellowstone River, which flows north from Yellowstone National Park for over 670± miles. The Yellowstone can be easily accessed, just minutes from the property at the Carbella Recreation Site. This BLM Recreation Site offers an improved boat ramp, river access, and campground facilities. Just upstream from Carbella, the river transitions from the rocky whitewater of Yankee Jim Canyon to smoother waters in the Paradise Valley floor. Along its route, the Yellowstone provides excellent flyfishing, boating, camping, and scenic vistas.

Clear river with visible stones at the shore, surrounded by grassy banks and trees, with distant hills and mountains under a partly cloudy blue sky near Tom Miner Creek Retreat.

A speckled trout with a yellowish belly lies caught in a black net over the shallow, clear water of Tom Miner Creek.

A sign for Carbella Campground and Fishing Access stands near a river in Montana, with grassy hills and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky—a perfect retreat near Tom Miner Creek.

The wildlife viewing in the area is excellent and is often found right on the property itself. Frequent wildlife in the area includes elk, moose, deer, and antelope, as well as grizzly bears, black bears, and the occasional wolf. Hikers can venture directly from the property into the nearby National Forest via Grizzly Meadow Road, while the nearby Tom Miner Basin and Absaroka and Gallatin Mountains provide unlimited exploration opportunities.

Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and alpine skiing at Bridger Bowl ski area, which offers over 2,600 feet of vertical drop on over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain.

Locally, the historic community of Emigrant offers multiple dining opportunities from local flair at Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ to high-end restaurants and live music at the Old Saloon or Sage Lodge. The town is also well known for the nearby Chico Hot Springs Resort, offering a therapeutic mineral hot pool, a lively saloon, horseback rides, and both casual and fine dining.

Endless recreational opportunities are also found in Yellowstone National Park, with the North entrance in Gardiner only 22 miles from the property. This world-famous national treasure offers visitors incredible experiences across more than 2.3 million acres, featuring wildlife, thermal features, and the natural beauty that is the essence of the Greater Yellowstone area.

Terraced white and yellow mineral formations with a large dark rock, surrounded by sparse vegetation and trees under a blue sky with some clouds near Tom Miner Creek Retreat.

With the Creekside Cabin at about 5,040 feet above sea level, the property is relatively flat in the meadow along Tom Miner Creek with some elevation gain as the property rises slightly on the west side of the acreage to the location of the Yellowstone Cabin at about 5,120 feet above sea level.

July and August are quite comfortable with average highs of 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit and evening lows around 45 to 50 degrees. Indian summer can linger until mid-October. December and January bring highs of approximately 35 degrees with lows around 10 degrees.

The Tom Miner Basin averages 40 to 50 inches of snow per year with an annual average precipitation of around 13 to 16 inches.

Rolling green hills with scattered trees and a winding dirt road lead to the Tom Miner Creek Retreat, a cluster of houses backed by tall, rugged mountains with patches of snow and a partly cloudy blue sky.

UTILITIES & SERVICES

Electricity is provided by Park Electric Cooperative Inc. The Yellowstone Cabin uses a refillable, portable propane tank for the gas range.
High-speed internet is available through Wispwest, and fiber-optic cable has been installed in the area, but it is not currently hooked up to the property. Television service is available via satellite, and telephone service is available through CenturyLink. Verizon Wireless works well throughout the property.

MINERAL RIGHTS

The seller will convey with the property 100% of whatever mineral, oil, gas, geo-thermal, hydro-carbon and gravel rights it actually owns, subject to reservations by previous owners. The seller makes no representation as to the quantity or quality of any mineral or other subsurface rights appurtenant to the ranch.

REAL ESTATE TAXES

The real estate taxes for 2025 were approximately $4,420.

FENCES & BOUNDARY LINES

The sellers hereby make known that there may be variations between the deeded property lines and the location of the existing fence boundary lines on Tom Miner Creek Retreat. The sellers make no warranties with regard to the location of the fence lines in relationship to the deeded property lines, nor do the sellers make any warranties or representations with regard to specific acreage within the fenced property lines.

According to the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s Water Rights Division, the property owns the following water rights:

# 43B 99376-00 – Ground Water Certificate – Domestic, Lawn And Garden

All water rights in Montana are subject to adjudication by the Montana Water Court and because of that process, may be changed as to validity, amount, priority date, place of use and other such changes as the court determines. This water district is currently under the Preliminary-Temporary Decree as classified by the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The Seller will transfer the water rights as they currently stand with no warranty of future viability.

The cabins are serviced by 2 wells:

Yellowstone Cabin Well – Approximately 120 feet deep and producing 20 gallons per minute.
Grizzly Meadow/Valley View Well – Approximately 280 feet deep and producing 12 gallons per minute.

IRRIGATION DITCH SHARES

The property includes 558 Carbella Ditch Shares for seasonal irrigation. Water is provided approximately from April through October.

Carbella Ditch Company is scheduled to replace the diversion headgate by the river cabin at a future date.

A small wooden cabin sits among tall green trees beside Montana’s Tom Miner Creek. Outdoor chairs and a table are arranged near the cabin, creating a peaceful retreat surrounded by lush vegetation under a bright, clear sky.

Tom Miner Creek Retreat at 9 Grizzly Meadow Road epitomizes Montana living at its finest, featuring 3 cabin residences, creek frontage, open meadows, and spectacular mountain vistas on 20 irrigated acres in the Yellowstone River Valley. The property allows for unlimited recreational options, multiple use opportunities for the property, and a peaceful setting in one of Southwest Montana’s most sought-after locations—all just an hour from Bozeman.

Wooden porch at this Montana retreat with a stack of firewood overlooks a grassy meadow and distant tree-covered mountains under a blue sky; a swing and rustic decor add to the cozy, peaceful Tom Miner Creek setting.

OFFERING PRICE & CONDITIONS OF SALE

Tom Miner Creek Retreat, as Previously Described Herein, is offered at $1,995,000.00. The Conditions of Sale Are as Follows:

All offers to purchase or letters of intent must be in writing.
All Prospective Buyers must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Seller’s absolute financial capability to purchase the property prior to scheduling an inspection of the Property.
Earnest money deposit will be due upon completion of a fully executed contract, and all earnest money deposits will be held in escrow by Flying S Title Company in Livingston, MT.
The Sellers will provide and pay for a standard owner’s title insurance policy. Title to the real property will be conveyed by a warranty deed.
All appurtenant water rights controlled by the property will be transferred to the Buyer at Closing.
The Sellers will convey to the Buyer all mineral rights they own, subject to reservations by previous owners.
Buyers’ Brokers are welcome and invited to contact Stephen Leibinger with Swan Land Company for additional information and to set up a private tour of the property.

The Sellers reserve the right to effect a tax-deferred exchange for other real property in accordance with provisions in Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Buyer will not be required to incur any additional expenses nor to step into the chain of title on any property which the Seller may acquire.

This entire Offering is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice and approval of purchase by the Sellers. Information regarding land classifications, acreages, carrying capacities, crop yields, potential profits, hunting districts and regulations, etc., are intended only as general guidelines and have been obtained from sources deemed reliable; however, accuracy is not warranted or guaranteed by the Sellers or Swan Land Company. Prospective Buyers should verify all information to their sole and complete satisfaction.

TERMS OF INSPECTION

A 48-hour notice is requested to make proper arrangements for an inspection of Tom Miner Creek Retreat.

Swan Land Company has been authorized by the Seller to act as their Exclusive Real Estate Broker on the sale of Tom Miner Creek Retreat. Since 2002, we have focused on the brokerage of significant ranches, farms, and recreational properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West.

This Offering is based on information believed to be correct; however, it is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, and change or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein has been provided by the Sellers or obtained from other sources deemed reliable. The Agent does not, however, guarantee accuracy and recommends that any Prospective Buyer conduct an independent investigation.

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Stephen Leibinger

406.451.1188 | steve@swanlandco.com

With deep family roots in Montana’s ranching history, I inherited a natural affinity for the state’s exceptional lifestyle and unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities. After graduating with honors from the University of Wyoming, I pursued my love of fly-fishing and ultimately settled in Bozeman where I founded a successful fly-fishing guiding and outfitting business. My extensive…

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Multi-Cabin Retreat near Yellowstone
Park County

Emigrant, Montana

20 Deeded

$1,995,000