Location: Livingston, Montana, USA (Between Livingston and Bozeman near the Bozeman Pass) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-14)
Delight in the rustic elegance of this log home on Bozeman Pass. All of the comforts of home await our guests in this beautiful home situated at 5,850 feet among the aspen trees, tall native grasses, and pine forest. The home is fully furnished. The main level is finished with hardwood maple floors, the upper floor is carpeted, and the basement has tile on radiant slab heat. The main living area is heated with the radiant stone fireplace. The hot tub is sure to relax after a long day.
The fully-equipped, tiled kitchen, and adjoining, formal dining room, are also warmed by the radiant stone fireplace. Laundry facilities are available for your convenience as well as Satellite TV and high-speed, wireless internet, VCR/DVD, games, books, and barbecue grill. The master bedroom has high ceilings, two balconies, mountain views, and a tiled Jacuzzi bath.
This secluded and elegantly furnished, four bedroom, 2 ½ baths home, sleeps 10-14 comfortably. Bedrooms include one king size bed, a queen bed, two twin beds, and a combination bunk bed, single above, double below, with a single trundle bed. Other sleeping options include a double hide-a-bed in the recreation room and a double futon in the living room.
Enjoy 45 acres of lush, mountain hillsides with wildflowers, hiking trails, abundant wildlife and a tipi near the creek. A year round Cutthroat Spawning Creek meanders gently through the property with many hidden springs and a small pond.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed: lower bed is double there is also a trundle pull out for a total of 4 available sleeping spaces
- Convertible Bed: One convertible bed is a double futon in the living room. The TV room has a double sleep sofa.
- Crib: A fold up playpen/crib is available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Additional deposit required
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Tipi next to the creek, sleeps 3, 1 double fouton, 1 single cot.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$195-225/night $1365-1575/wk 7 night minimum during peak season.
Peak season: June-August,Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Spring Break.
Off season 5 night minimum.Deposit required to make a reservation.
$600 refundable deposit minus $100 cleaning fee.
Payment in full required 60 days prior to stay.
Long term rental $2500-3000/month - 2 months or more.
Long term rental does not include utilities.
Pets $125 refundable deposit. We are open to discussing any of the terms
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Aspen Hill Retreat-$195/Night-Remote-1hr Yellowstone Nal'l Pk
Year Purchased: 1995
Why the Owner Chose Livingston
We are only 10 minutes from the Yellowstone River and some of the worlds best fly fishing and one hour from Yellowstone National Park. Bozeman is a half hour away and Livingston even closer. Bridger Bowl ski area is 40 minutes via Jackson Creek Road.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Having the mountains in our backyard and the creek and pond to play in added a unique dimension to our children's lives. One could feel the peacefulness of the area as soon as one started the five-mile drive home after working in town all day. Sitting on the deck and watching the sunset is a moment to cherish. We are still in awe of the great beauty here and are very happy to share our home with our guests. The wildflowers in spring and summer cover the hillsides around the house. If you like bird watching the deck is a great place to sit with a bird book and binoculars. Moose feed on the willows down by the creek, black bear visit occasionally and of course deer are abundant and a herd of elk wander through the property depending on the time of year. There is never a dull moment in nature at Aspen Hill Retreat.
Owner's Map of Livingston
We built and participated in the design and construction of this home in the mountains between Livingston and Bozeman in 1995 as a place to raise our three children, then ages 9, 11 and 13. They are grown and live in NY, TX and AK. We are now living and working in Billings, making our home available to vacation renters. This is a perfect spot for a quite retreat with a loved one and large enough for a family reunion. Lots of hills to climb and forest/creek to explore, along with a night in the tipi down by the creek. One night we were wakened by a mama and baby moose feeding in the willows next to the tipi, we watched them in the moonlight for a long time. These are magical moments.
Property Photos
- Aspen Hill Retreat in winter - Livingston Vacation Home with Mountain View
- The view from the deck - Livingston Vacation Home with Mountain View
- The tipi surrounded by the creek and pond - Livingston Vacation Home with Mountain View
- The creek running through the property.
- Aspen Hill Retreat Spring flowers - lupine
- Deck
- Kitchen looking into dining area
- Half of the kitchen
- Living Room with fireplace
- Family Room with piano
- Master bedroom
- West view from Master Bedroom
- Bathroom
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Bedroom with queen bed
- Bedroom with bunkbed/trundle - sleeps 4
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We drove down from the prairies in Canada to relax & enjoy some very different mountain scenery, and we were not disappointed! The house & surrounding area are both beautiful and serene. We did day trips to Yellowstone, the Crazy Mountains, & the Bozeman area. We saw everything from Bison to elk, hawks, and deer. We trekked around the 'neighborhood' as well, Mostly we only saw a deer family around the house. The hummingbirds were quite entertaining on the deck, drinking from the feeder and occasionally thinking one of us was a flower(bright shirt). There was one big storm overnight - buckets of hail. We felt very safe in the house. In the morning it looked as though it had snowed, as the hail still laid in accumulated piles around the house. Thank you very much for sharing your wonderful home! We enjoyed your mountain retreat immensely! Kim, Doug & Daisy (dog) (Copied from the guest book)
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Our family came to celebrate our oldest son's marriage on Sunday, 26 August at the Springhill Pavilion in Belgrade. We ranged in age from Gramps at 81 to our sweet little granddaughter Brooke, 7 months. We have enjoyed your home and were amazed at how well equipped it was. Our time was busy with stag parties, dinner for the bride and her friends, rehearsal dinner and the beautiful wedding-we only wish we had more time to just sit on the porch and relax.
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This is the first time on one of our family reunions when we have all been able to share the same house. We are glad to report the experiment was a success! The house was so comfortable and well appointed. We spent lots of time cooking, eating, laughing and playing poker. Lots of money exchanged hands again and again. We visited Yellowstone, Virginia City, Nevada City and Bozeman. The Virginia Players are a hoot. Check them out! We left a brochure. Highlights included fishing, tubing down the Madison River, a murder mystery dinner, an Iron Chef competition and stargazing. Thanks for a wonderful home base for the fourteen of us.
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We have had a terrific week at your lovely home. Our daughter and her husband joined us from MI and also our daughter from Ohio. Lots of hummingbirds, mamma moose and calf, and deer were sighted on the property. Our family reunion in Bozeman was successful and everyone had a good time. Thanks for sharing your home and property with us. It has been a relaxing and fantastic week.
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We had a great time! For any future runner, going downhill is A LOT more easy than coming up! We don't have hills like this in Michigan. We were lucky enough to experience a full moon on our last night. The house is incredible!
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Thanks to having this great place to stay and wonderful family members gathered around, a great time was had by all! Our children were especially fascinated by all the beautiful butterflies, moths and birds just outside the door. We were also blessed with our moose visitor near the tipi and a couple of us saw a rattlesnake. The proximity of both mountains and towns was a perfect mix of getting away and yet having plenty of choices. The home is a work of art in itself. Thanks!
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What a wonderful family vacation! Your home was perfect for the six of us. The well-equipped kitchen was a pleasure to cook in-everything we needed was provided. We loved having the piano and had already planned to try to rent guitars and a fiddle for the week. We spent our days seeing the beautiful mountains, wildlife, art galleries and museums. Then looked forward to getting "home to Aspen Hill Retreat" each evening to relax and enjoy being together. Awoke Tuesday morning to everything covered with several inches of snow. A beautiful surprise! Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home with us.
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Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful cabin with us. We had a great time skiing and hanging around this amazing place. Spring Break 2008
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This was the most memorable and special family gathering. For years we have planned a Christmas trip and the timing was finally right. What a special home here. . . "The Aspen Hill Retreat". We thank you for making our stay so special. Your attention to details, Christmas tree, decorations all so beautiful . . . the hot tub provided a special gathering for the kids and grown ups a like. A great time outside at night under the stars with snow on the ground. We appreciate what you have provided! Thank you! The Conner Family
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Michelle, you have a beautiful place here with everything you need for a wonderful vacation. You were too kind for 11 strangers who woke you so early in the morning. Thanks again for being so kind and understanding. After traveling with 9 teenagers from Elkton, Maryland we need the peace and serenity that Aspen Hill provided. Most of us saw at least one bear and lots of deer. The hummingbirds loved my husband and were great to watch. Enjoyed our trip to Yellowstone. Saw some great animals. No moose or wolves, bummer. We hate to leave Montana, but are sure to be back. Senior Class of 2007