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Relax by the fireplace in this spacious living area with a large sofa, dining table, and expansive views.
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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a large island, oven, and range hood.
Traditional cabin with a welcoming porch and scenic views.

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Palisade Falls
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Montana State University-Bozeman
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Museum of the Rockies
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gallatin Gateway

Located within a leisurely stroll of Gallatin National Forest, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Little Bear School House Museum. The vacation home includes a private hot tub, a kitchen, and a fireplace.

What's nearby

  • Palisade Falls - 33 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse - 33 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Montana State University-Bozeman - 34 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Museum of the Rockies - 34 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • The ELM - 34 min drive - 21.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stacey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Jump - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Point After Bar and Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Jump Sports Bar - ‬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.

Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14

Big Bear Retreat is the perfect getaway for your Montana vacation! This brand new home features a gourmet kitchen, an open concept floor plan, 5 Bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms and the views are a sight that must be seen! There are 2 living rooms with the main level featuring an oversized couch perfect for movie night, a fireplace perfect for cold nights and so much room to share with your friends and family! The lower level living room has two sleeper sofas for additional room for sleeping. Relax on the large back deck with your morning coffee or soak in the glorious evening sunset and mountain views and you ll see why they call Montana Big Sky Country! The laundry/mud room has a full sized washer and dryer and a powder room.

There is direct access to the Gallatin National Forest with 300+ acres of trails perfect for hiking or ATV s! Conveniently located in Gallatin Gateway, just south of Bozeman on your way to Big Sky or West Yellowstone. Also, just over an hour from the North entrance of Yellowstone National Park! It s a central home base for year round fun: fishing, rafting, hiking, skiing, golfing, shopping, visiting the National Park, or partaking of the many delicious restaurants in the area are all accessible within an hours drive.

This property is part of The Sapphire Collection, the ultimate in luxury. You'll also be greeted by 2 luxurious Stay Montana robes, Ella Cookies (our beloved family recipe), plus Huckleberry Pancake mix to make and enjoy during your stay!
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The Sapphire Collection of properties are meticulously vetted to our highest standards to ensure our guests have an extraordinary Montana vacation experience. Offering a consistent, top-of-the-line selection of amenities, these properties are your perfect home away from home.

Why Sapphire? Montana is called the Treasure State and produces almost all of the sapphires in the US! Sapphires are gorgeous, sought-after gems that come in many colors including the cornflower blue Yogo sapphires which are especially coveted.

In the winter, nearby Bridger Bowl is a local s favorite for downhill skiing with 350 inches of snow on average, 8 lifts, and 2,000 skiable acres! You can also drive to Big Sky for even bigger downhill skiing or cross-country ski at Lone Mountain Ranch, voted #1 Nordic Ski Resort in North America. Looking for more thrills? Check out ice climbing in the Hyalite Canyon. After a day of adventuring, relax at Bozeman Hot Springs or hit the town! As a college town, Bozeman is always bustling with activity and something for everyone.

In the summer, Bozeman boasts numerous events and festivals like the Sweet Pea Festival, rodeos and MSU Graduation. It s a central home base for countless summer activities including touring Yellowstone National Park, fishing, rafting, hiking, tubing, golfing, shopping, or sampling menus at all the great restaurants nearby.

Your Montana Starts Here!

Key Residence Features:
2 Living Rooms | Gourmet Kitchen | Fireplace

View and Location:
Mountain Views | Quiet Neighborhood | 38 Miles to Big Sky Resort | 34 Miles to Bridger Bowl | 75 Miles to West Yellowstone | Prime secluded location to many fun outdoor adventures!

Bedroom Configuration:
Bedroom 1: Master | King-sized bed | Main Level
Bedroom 2: King-sized bed | Main Level
Bedroom 3: King-sized bed | Main Level
Bedroom 4: Two Double-under-twin Bunks | Lower Level
Bedroom 5: Two Double-under-twin Bunks | Lower Level

Bathroom Configuration:
Bathroom 1: Master Ensuite | Double Vanity | Standing Shower | Toilet | Main Level
Bathroom 2: Jack/Jill Style | Single Vanity | Standing Shower | Toilet | Main Level
Bathroom 3: Single Vanity | Shower/Tub Combo | Toilet | Lower Level
Bathroom 4: Half Bathroom | Single Vanity | Toilet | Main Level

Kitchen Amenities and Supplies:
Standard Coffee Machine | Toaster Oven | Blender | Crockpot | Bakeware | Tea Kettle | Cooking Utensils | Basic Spices | Dishwasher | Microwave | Gas Range | Fridge | Freezer

Dining:
Table for 8 people | Bar seating for 4 | Breakfast Table for 4

What We Provide:
Stay Montana provides a complementary starter kit of amenities to make your stay more comfortable
Linens: Sheets | Pillows | Blankets | Comforters | Body Towels | Hand Towels | Hot Tub Towels
Hygiene: 1 individual travel sized Bee Kind by Gilchrist Soames soap, shampoo and conditioner per bathroom
Household: 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom | 2 extra trash bags per can
Kitchen: Salt and Pepper | 2 rolls of paper towels | 10 dishwasher tablets | 1 bottle liquid dish soap | 1 Sponge
Laundry: 10 laundry detergent pods

Inside Amenities:
Wood Burning Fireplace - firewood provided | Washer Dryer | Central Air Conditioning

Air Conditioning:
**This home DOES feature Central Air and has ceiling fans for convenience!**

Outdoor Amenities:
Private Hot Tub | Ample Parking | Deck | Gas Grill | Patio Set | Amazing Views

Activities:
Summer: Festivals | Fishing | Fly Fishing | Golf | Hiking | Kayaking | Mountain Biking | Rafting | Rock Climbing | Swimming | Boating | Scenic Drives | Sightseeing | Shopping | Dining
Winter: Cross Country Skiing | Downhill/Alpine Skiing | Ice Skating | Sledding/Tubing | Snowboarding | Snowmobiling | Snowshoeing | Shopping | Dining

Communications:
Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) - speeds cannot be guaranteed based upon weather or usage in the area | Smart TV

Safety:
Carbon monoxide detector | Smoke alarms | Fire extinguisher

Included Services:
Linens Provided | On-Call Maintenance | Concierge | 24-hour Emergency Line | Property Specific Guide Sent Prior to Arrival

Policies:
No smoking | No pets allowed | Additional taxes and fees may apply | Minimum Age Requirement - 18 Years old | Required Vacation Rental Agreement to be signed by guest prior to arrival | No outside Fires during Fire Season on any outdoor fire pit | Mid-stay clean required every 36 days if booking long term
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include a private hot tub, a washer/dryer, and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Stay Montana

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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: 18

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

468420

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gallatin Gateway within a short 6-minute walk of Gallatin National Forest. You'll also find Gallatin River and Little Bear School House Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?

Yes, this vacation home features private spa tubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home provide 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.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN), which is 19.7 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?

Yes, every accommodation at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14 comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carly Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Montana stay!

We had an amazing trip. This property was exactly what we needed. Large open concept indoor space. Comfortable beds and the views most importantly! great location quick 30 minute drive to Bozeman and big sky. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family and Friends Ski Trip

Its a great location with easy access to Big Sky and Bridger ski resorts.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy & Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gallatin Gateway Stay

We wanted a place where our family could all be together. This house has plenty of space, rooms, bathrooms and seating. The view was beautiful! Be prepared though as there aren't any spices and blankets are sparse. Overall, though, it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenic spot

Family vacation before leaving one at college in Bozeman. 30 min drive into town. Lovely spacious home with amazing views. We really enjoyed sunset and the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House and views

Overall a good stay, a beautiful house. A little strange and awkward to drive up to 2 cars in the parking area. We were sure if we were at the right place. The sun was blaring into the main living area which made it very uncomfortable. It would be nice if there was a way to block some of that direct sun.Also very very cold downstairs when comfortable upstairs. Maybe 2 HVAC systems would fix that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trip with friends

Amazing property, exactly as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend

House was just as described and perfect for our group of 10. Pictures of the property and surrounding views almost don’t do it justice. Highly recommend if looking for a place to stay while traveling to Bozeman
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chace R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

Couldn’t ask for a better place to satay in Bozeman
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

jerome g., Centennial Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home with grand views

Great home for our group. We had one shower that didn’t work. Property Management was slow on the response and couldn’t get someone out to look at it. The lights in the great room were very harsh. A couple dimmers would be great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful space, beautiful views

This is a beautiful property that's spacious and has beautiful views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021