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Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge

Ski-in/ski-out vacation home with hot tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, video-game console, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 144000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Big Sky, MT
  • Place, Big Sky Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Bear Ski Lift
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Explorer Ski Lift
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Big Sky

Located in Big Sky Mountain Village, this vacation home is next to Big Sky Resort and Gallatin National Forest. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Black Bear Ski Lift - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ramcharger Express Ski Lift - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swift Current Express Ski Lift - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Explorer Ski Lift - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlight Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brothel Bikes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy Coffee Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Clubhouse At Yellowstone Club - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Thai Basil - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge

Capture the true essence of Big Sky country in this luxurious ski-in/ski-out log cabin tucked in the woods. A beautifully secluded getaway surrounded by pristine pine forests, whispering mountain streams and wildlife trails, yet only a short stroll from Mountain Village and base area.

This 4,000 sq ft cabin boasts ample square footage for the whole crew! Whether it’s a family reunion, guys fishing weekend or a couple’s getaway, Big Dog Lodge will exceed your expectations. Enjoy all the comforts of home and more – picturesque decks on all levels, top notch appliances, toasty fireplaces, luxurious bedrooms, a games room and perfectly framed mountain views.

Step outside to unwind in the covered hot tub in the trees, roast marshmallows on the firepit and experience a genuine creekside campfire under a canopy of Big Sky stars. Top off your Big Sky vacation with a stay in one of the best lodges in Big Sky, Big Dog Lodge.

Big Dog Lodge is only a short stroll from the action of Big Sky Mountain Village and Base area. A central and convenient Big Sky location that is not only ski-in/ski-out but puts you in the heart of Big Sky with year-round activities, attractions, and mountain events a stone’s throw away. This incredible alpine retreat makes an inspired starting point for wherever your day takes you, from the slopes of Big Sky to the steaming hot springs of Yellowstone National Park!

Big Dog Lodge is part of our Platinum Collection a collection of exceptional BIg Sky lodges.


Beds & Baths:
Sleeps 14 in beds. Up to 14 allowed.
Bedroom 1- King bed | private full bath, walk-in shower and soaking tub, toilet, sink | upper level
Bedroom 2- Queen bed and loft with queen bed | private 3/4 bath, walk-in shower, toilet, sink | upper level
Bedroom 3- Queen bed | private full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | lower level
Bedroom 4- Twin bed with twin top bunk and full bed with twin top bunk; twin trundle bed below | shared (adjacent) 3/4 bath, walk-in shower, toilet, sink | lower level
Extra Bath:
1- half bath, toilet and sink | main level
Bed Linens Provided: Extra pillows and extra blankets in the property
Towels Provided: 6 bath towels, 4 hand towels, 4 washcloths per bathroom | 6 hot tub towels


Kitchen, Dining, Living Rooms:
Table Seating 8, Bar Seating 3
Granite counters- Yes
Stainless appliances- Yes
Coffee grinder- Yes
Keurig- Yes
Hand Mixer- Yes
Toaster- Yes
Crockpot- Yes
Ice Maker- Yes

Living Room:
Main living fireplace- Gas
Downstairs living fireplace- Gas
Main living seating- 11
Downstairs living seating- 5

Game Room:
Location- lower level living room
Games- pool table
TV with gaming system; Wii with two remotes
Seating- 5


Outdoor:
Private hot tub 7-8 person- on lower level deck
Propane grill, propane provided- on main level deck (near kitchen)
Outdoor fire pit- Yes (wood-burning; wood not provided)


Additional Amenities:
Ski storage and boot dryer in garage
Snow removal service provided
Fans and humidifiers
Gaming system- Wii
Bluetooth speaker


Ski Access:

This property is ski-in/ski-out to Big Sky Resort, only when the road is snow-covered! Access is suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, although ski-in can be difficult for children and snowboarders and it may be easier to pick up in the drop off areas.

Ski Out:
Ski down the driveway and take a left onto Low Dog Road. Follow the road to the end to the Thunderwolf Lift Access.
Please note you will need a lift ticket to ride this lift.

Ski In:
Ski In - Intermediate and Expert take Silverknife to Bear Back Poma. Ski past the bottom of the Poma on the ski trail to Low Dog Road. From here ski the road back to the house. We recommend beginners ski to the Summit Hotel and walk out the front of the hotel and ski the road the whole way back down to Low Dog Road. Silverknife may be too steep for beginners.
Note: During periods of melting the road could be exposed and cause the property to lose ski access since the road is necessary for parts of the process.


Parking:
4 wheel drive REQUIRED in winter
Double car garage
Space for 4 vehicles
No parking for R.V.'s, campers, or trailers

Check-In: This property offers remote check-in upon arrival. Check-in instructions will be sent via email within 10 days of check-in date once the Rental Agreement is signed.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with a video-game console. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

Big Sky Vacation Rentals Big Dog Lodge
MV Big Dog Lodge. Flexible Cancellations
Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MV Big Dog Lodge Big Sky
Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MV Big Dog Lodge Private vacation home
95070

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Big Sky Mountain Village, just steps from Big Sky Resort and Gallatin National Forest, and within a short walk of Black Bear Ski Lift. You'll also find Explorer Ski Lift and Swift Current Express Ski Lift less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as ski-in/out access.

Does Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge?

Yes, every accommodation at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Reviews

Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Big Dog Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Sky Adventure

Wonderful house in a beautiful area. We had six adults and eight children from three different families visiting and never felt cramped or bored. House is beautiful with multiple levels to separate adults and children, as well as games, pool table, hot tub, and hiking. Would visit again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Meg B

Wow! What a beautiful property!! We absolutely loved our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and the home was lovely and comfortable. We came for Labor Day weekend and the town wasn’t too crowded at all. We’d definitely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had high hopes and it exceeded those.

We would love to stay here again. This house has it all. Our family really enjoyed it. The views are amazing from the living room. Can't say that enough. Hot tub is large. Kitchen is great and well stocked with cooking items. I could go on and on but the bottom line is that this house was awesome and we would absolutely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Skin in SKi out was great

The property was beautiful and the location was great. The kitchen however leaves quite a bit to be desired. The oven did not work and the cooking pots, pans, and utensils were awful. It was hard to get reservations for dinner in the Big Sky area even starting weeks in advance, so If you plan on making breakfast or any meals you had better plan on bringing some cooking gear! The kitchen for us was a real letdown to the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arturo E., Billings

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable

Excellent location and beautiful home for a week.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

tami m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

The house, views, mountain, Everything was over the top greatness.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house!

This house continues to be an amazing place for us to stay when we come to Big Sky. Love this house top to bottom. So cozy and comfy, and we really enjoyed our stay at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a perfect location

The place is as advertised. Perfectly clean, in great condition, beautiful home in a location at Big Sky that couldn't be better. Everything was fantastic, from the booking to checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

No ac in house so it got hot but other than that it was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Lamar V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, except for animals in walls

The house is beautiful, great location, well furnished. We were thrilled until the first night when we were playing pool in the lower level and began to hear several animals inside the walls and ceiling scratching very loudly. They could be easily heard in both bedrooms, one of the bathrooms, and above the pool table. Obviously nobody wanted to sleep in those rooms, so the six of us packed into the upstairs rooms. We promptly notified the management. The only response we got is that the maintenance people "set up some traps"- no further follow-up. The animals were just as loud the next two nights. I realize this is not an easy problem to fix, but staying in an expensive 4 bedroom home for three nights and only having use of 2 bedrooms is unacceptable. I'd recommend looking into houses with a different management group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Firaz A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil Cabin

We stayed here with a large group, 12 people and a lot of kids. Everyone had ample space and there was a lot to keep everyone busy, from the pool table and Wii to the hot tub and fire pit. The management company provided wood and fire starter as well as heated the hot tub before arrival. Great touches. There is also a small creek in the backyard, we enjoyed hanging out and listening to the running water. Saw multiple elk and deer from our window, and the living room window has an incredible view of lone mountain. Overall great stay, everyone left happy and content.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Big Sky home

Awesome home…every detail thought of…all high end furnishings with an unbelievable view looking out on Lone Mountain.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Mountain House

This was our first visit to Big Sky and we could not have been happier with the house. It was spacious, very clean and comfortable beds. The seating was perfect for our group and the view of the mountain was incredible. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Sky family reunion

Perfect accommodations for our family. Love the bedrooms on different level. 5 small children loved to ski all day come home and played in the snow until dark. Most meals made at this lovely home with so many amenities. Great hot tub. One of my sons left gloves outside on porch and the next morning found one glove chewed on, and the other one was gone. We were able to see fox at least twice. The ski in, ski out worked well even for the littlest ones. Many beautiful memories made.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

yvonne g., Acworth GA.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good experience. Good accommodations.

Great view. House was large enough for our family. Well equipped. We loved the humidifiers in each room. Heated floors made the house comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfect ski in ski out house with a short walk to the mountain village area. Nice house and quiet neighborhood. Jacuzzi was great after skiing with a nice foot massager.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house!

Perfect home! Will definitely stay here again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Rhonda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house, but

Nice house, but too close to busy roadways. Although that may not deter others from enjoying their stay, we were expecting less traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Dog Lodge

We had a fantastic family vacation at the Big Dog Lodge! The house is spacious, very well equipped and has beautiful views of Lone Peak. There is a nice walk to the lake and resort area to enjoy all the activities. The management was very responsive to our requests and made sure we had everything we needed. We would gladly stay again! The only item to note is that you can hear the traffic from the road across the street, so it’s not super quiet when out on the deck. There’s quite a bit of construction (and thus large trucks) going on this summer, so that might be the reason.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home enhanced our stay

We absolutely loved our stay here. Our 3 year old grandson said he didn't want to leave and wanted this house to be his house! I rented this home based on the living area spaciousness and views. They did not disappoint. Gorgeous view of lone peak from the living room and we had so much room to lounge. The decks were great(3) views of the treed hillside and creek. Location was a good with proximity to resort and also a short drive to town. We enjoyed the hot tub and everything about the home. One of the hair dryers did not work but there were 3 others available. I think our stay was so enjoyabe because we had such a nice place to come home to. Rent this home with confidence.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Montana trip

Booked this vacation with the money President Biden and congress stole from the American tax payer! The property is very nice, the remote control for the upstairs fireplace was nice, not sure if fire place worked down stairs couldn’t figure out how to turn it on, over all it was a very nice trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Home!!!

We loved every minute in this house. We had everything we needed and then some. I will stay here again and again when I'm in the area, and would strongly recommend anyone looking for a beautiful home in the Big Sky area to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large group

Beautiful accommodations and great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021