Outside FAQ's

OUTSIDE FAQ's

In Case Of Emergency, Dial 911.

If there are any other problems, call Mountain Home at 406-586-4589.
There is 24/7 support. For an after-hours emergency, you may call Mountain Home Cell Phone at 406-581-8582. If no one answers, please leave a message as messages will be checked and calls will be returned.

Weber Gas Grill Use & Cleaning Instructions: Remove cover, turn on propane and grill. Grease which is spilled on the deck from the grill is very difficult to remove. Please be as neat as possible. Please clean grill when finished. There is an extra propane tank. You can see how much propane is in the tank by looking at the gauge as it hooks to the Weber (we thought that was a helpful feature). Please cover once it has cooled down. Before leaving please double-check to be sure that the grill is covered.
Thank You!

Fishing: Your own private fishing on the Yellowstone River is right out the back door. The world renowned Yellowstone River offers some of the best wild trout fishing you’ll find anywhere. In additions, just down the road are the world-famous spring creeks (DePuy’s, Armstong’s, and Nelson’s) and the streams in Yellowstone Park. Within easy driving distance are the Gallatin and Madison Rivers, as well as the Boulder and Lower Yellowstone, all of which are also great trout fisheries. If you are an avid fly fisher, the Yellowstone River Home is hard to beat. Professional guide service and fishing information is available by checking out the links on this site. Our friend Rowdy Nelson (RowdyRiverGuides.com) is a guide and you can find his card on the bulletin board behind the front door. Tell him you are staying @ 8 River Drive. Click here for fising report https://www.montanaangler.com/montana-fishing-report

Chicory Fishing Access: This fishing access is a hop, skip and a jump down the road. It’s a nice little walk and there is a picnic table there.

Hiking: Outstanding hiking trails are located in the Absaroka mountains/wilderness area just minutes from the Yellowstone Lookout Homes. You might even want to stop by at the UA Forest Service Office (just South of Livingston on Highway 89) to get a map which will outline the hundreds of miles of wilderness trails available to you. In addition to the nearby mountainous wilderness trails, you’ll want to explore the trails available to you within Yellowstone National Park. There are more trails right outside your door than you could possibly have time to hike. You’ll find the scenery is breathtaking, and the wildlife watching and photography opportunities are remarkable.

Hanging out on the Yellowstone River Overlook Deck: Just hanging out on the River deck is one our favorite activities. You’ll almost feel like you are right on top of the River. Use the binoculars and camera, you never know what you might see! Depending on the season, you’ll have the opportunity to see many mule deer, white tail deer and possibly other wildlife. In addition, there are numerous bird species in Paradise Valley and the Yellowstone River ecosystem including Bald Eagles and Golden eagles, owls, hawks, falcons, sand hill cranes, pelicans, geese, hummingbirds, and many songbirds, including the melodious western meadowlark. There are deer that live in the neighborhood.

Garbage: You’ll find 2 large garbage cans outside by the driveway. Please put your trash from the house in there. If it gets full, just remove the large black garbage bag, tie it shut and put it on the ground. Please replace the black bag with another (found in the kitchen utility closet). If you are staying more than a couple of days you can enjoy the entire rural experience by dropping the bags at one of the two trash collection areas for the valley. One trash collection site is located 1 mile South of Mill Creek Road and Highway 89 and one is located at the intersection of East Valley Highway and Chico Hot Springs. If you choose to recycle there are drop offs at the Emigrant Store for cardboard and at the Chico collection site for other recyclables. Thank you in advance.

Wind: Please shut the windows if you are going to have the blinds down. The wind (from open windows can damage the blinds). Please be sure screen door is latched. Strong winds can often come up and damage the screen doors if they are not secure.

Bugs: We spray near the house for mosquitos. The property is close to the river and there are bugs. We have supplied a (yes new) “Bug Zapper which is hanging on the hook off the back deck. If you turn the Bug zapper on, please remember to unplug it. Please be careful of the plug and the hot tub. Water and electricity do not go together! If the mosquitos are bad (in years with record snow fall they can be), we have left a container mosquito spray that can be attached to the hose. Follow the instructions on the package.

Pets & Local Wildlife: If you were approved to bring an animal please follow these rules: Please pick up after your pet. Please do not let your dogs chase the deer who live in the yard. This deer herd has lived in this neighborhood long before the homes were here. It’s their yard. Every year at least one doe has twin fawns. Stressing these babies and mommas can endanger them in many ways so please don’t.

Septic System: Please do not flush any paper products other than toilet paper. Please dispose of sanitary products in the garbage. Flushing sanitary products could cause an adverse impact on your stay.

Lights: Please turn off the outside porch lights at night and when you check out.

Lock-up: Always leave the home locked when you are not here. This is a pretty safe area, but please don’t test your luck! And, please do not leave the house with any appliances running.

Departure: In preparation for your departure (on your last day), please tidy up the kitchen and run the dishwasher if needed. Please bag any remaining trash and put it in one of the can provided outside in the driveway or take it with you.