Location: Bozeman, Yellowstone Country, Montana, USA (Near Bridger Bowl Ski Area, 25 miles from Bozeman) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Log Cabin Home near Ski HIll - Hot Tub, WiFi
Beautifully situated log home tucked among the pines on its own mountainous 26 acres 25 miles outside of Bozeman, Montana and 30 miles away from Livingston.
A cozy yet commodious ski chalet, hunters lodge, hiking base, summer writing and reflecting retreat, or fly fishing cabin. Mule deer, white tail, elk, raccoon, and moose are routinely sighted on the property. Bracket Creek, a shallow trout stream with browns and cutthroat and rainbow, meanders through the property.
A one mile driveway leads up from Skunk Creek Road to the house, nestled in a protected draw of the heart of Bridger Canyon, with views of the Crazies and the Bridgers all around. Four-wheel drive is a must in the winter!
Just 15 minutes away is Bridger Bowl, a fabulous family-style ski area that also guards the secret of one of the most challenging expert powder ridges in the west. 90 minutes away is the more well-known Big Sky Ski Resort. Equidistant is Yellowstone National Park, one of the nation's greatest summer attractions but one which is open, as beautiful and far less crowded in the winter season as well.
And the summer in the Bozeman area offers rodeos, arts, music, and dance festivals as well as wide open main streets of some of the most charming and genuinely friendly small Western towns you'd find anywhere.
This Non-Smoking, Log Home features three living levels, all with spectacular mountain and nature views. A light and very comfortable interior including three bedrooms, two baths, plus a pull-out sofabed upstairs in the loft. There is a fully-equipped kitchen with a working antique gas stove, plus all modern built-in appliances such as microwave and dishwasher.
The main floor bath has an oversize antique clawfoot tub, and there is a full upright grand piano in the parlor. Large sliding glass doors welcome you out onto the 1500 square foot of exterior redwood deck and up the landscaped walkway to your private six-person hot tub, where you can enjoy the countless stars of the Milky Way on a cool spring or autumn night, or the gentle snowfall of a crisp night of winter after a full day of skiing.
So come to Bozeman, Montana... Heart of the Last Best Place!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage : One spot in heated two car garage available.
- Wood Fireplace : This is a wood stove which has an open front with screen to enjoy the pleasure of a fireplace.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : One is in loft bedroom, which also has full size sofa-bed. One is in separate bedroom on ground floor.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : These beds are in bedroom on ground floor.
- Convertible Bed : Full size sofa-bed in loft bedroom.
- Crib : Portable crib available.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Outdoor 6 - 8 person tub.
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Coffee maker, coffee-grinder, blender, toaster oven, blender, griddle, waffle-maker, mixer and more. Beautiful fully-functional, 1940s Wedgewood antigue stove.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Very full equipped.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Covered and open deck wraps around 3 sides of house. Deck furniture and hammock. Second floor covered deck off of loft as well.
- Balcony : Off of loft on second floor.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Beautiful views of Crazy Mountains and Bridger Mountains.
- Communications
- Telephone : Land line available, but cell phone service generally not accessible.
- Free Long Distance : Land line can be used for free long-distance.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : No music or movie downloading allowed.
- Other Amenities
- Trout stream.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Not allowed on furniture. $50. additional charge per pet.
- Kid Friendly : Games, books and toys available. Two sets of stairs to be careful of.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Person renting must be at least 25 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Rodeos, arts festivals, music festivals.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Peak Season: Dec.15-Apr.14/Jun.15-Oct.14 Off-season: Apr.15-Jun 14/Oct.15-Dec.14
Peak Rates: 7 nights/$1,645., 6/$1,440., 5/$1,225., 4/$1,000., 3/$765., 2/$575
Off-season rates: 7 nights/$1,320., 6/$1,150., 5/$980., 4/$800., 3/$615., 2/$460.
7% Accommodations Tax.
$300. refundable damage deposit. US Dollars accepted and credit cards.
Cancellation Policy: Rental fee will be refunded in full if notice is given at
least 30 days prior to arrival date. After that it will be refunded minus 20%,
provided we are able to find a new renter.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Bozeman
I wanted to share this beautiful property.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Enjoy serenity, relaxation, fresh air and comfort.
Owner's Map of Bozeman
Katherine Kramer is a professional dancer/choreographer. She has toured and performed internationally for the past 30 years and was the choreographer for Robert Redford's film, "The Horse Whisperer." She is currently developing CrazyView Studio and Artists' Retreat in Montana.
Property Photos
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- Crazy View Mountain View from Deck - Bozeman, MT - Montana Vacation Rental - Year Round Retreat near Bridger Bowl Ski Area!
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- Loft Bedroom
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Traveler Reviews (9)
August in the Mountains
Guest: Sarah
(Waunakee, WI)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/30/11
What a wonderful setting to relax in, as well as enjoy nature's beauty. Many great day excursions had, while returning to a home away from home. Nice to be able to make meals and sit around a nice big table at the end of the day. The hummingbirds couldn't get enough at the feeder, so sweet! Katherine went above and beyond to make our stay special. Thanks from Might Magic Mommy!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers.
wonderful!
Guest: Marie
(Boulder, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
Pros-I loved this beautiful property. The home was cozy and we loved that we could bring our dog. We enjoyed entertaining family & friends who drove up to visit us. The hot tub and the decks gave gorgeous views of the night sky for stargazing & we saw amazing shooting stars! The daily visit of the baby bunny was fun! And we saw a mama doe with her fawn at the end of the driveway. Every morning we woke up to the sunrise filling the house. Great deck for sitting with a cup of coffee in the morning and having a slow start to the day. Considerations-the gravel drive is not for the faint of heart. The stairs of the home are very steep, was not good for my aged parents with bad knees/backs. The bedrooms are the loft or basement level. All the living space is on the 1st floor. Wouldn't call it handicap accessible, as the property is on a slope.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Summer Fun in Bozeman
Guest: Jen
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11
Review Submitted: 08/04/11
Our time at Rancho Picante was fantastic. The listing was completely accurate. There were no unwanted surprises. The house and land are stunning. It was difficult for us to leave the property while we were there. We had to force ourselves to go elsewhere because it was peaceful and inspiring to be there. All of the questions we might have had were explained in a notebook. We are going to recommend this to other people but, more importantly, we will return! This is a great place at a reasonable price.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Montana vacation
Guest: Jeannie
(Huntington Ar)
Date of Stay: 06/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
This place is beautiful. Very remote and quiet. Exactly what we were hoping for. A few tips...be sure and bring your grocerys with you. Although its not very far to the nearest town its a very steep driveway and if its been raining can be full of potholes making driving time slow. Otherwise the scenery is like a story book and everything you need is there. We grilled on the deck and visited with the neighbors who train thier animals for films..we even played a few tunes on the piano. I can see why people love Montana. Thank you Katherine for sharing your place with us. Arkansas travelers
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Rancho Picante
Guest: None
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 10/10/10
Review Submitted: 10/22/10
We stayed here in October 2010. Great place to stay and very scenic. Not too far from downtown Bozeman. We would definitely stay here again.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/05
Review Submitted: 06/05/05
The quality of Rancho Picante is something you cannot put into words. My family and I stayed for a week and it was an experience to remember! Fun for all ages, we saw a variety of animals and we weren't at all far from Yellowstone, rafting, and horseback riding. Clyde park is also a cute city with the most friendly people you will ever meet. I felt like crying when I left because I wish that it were my house and I could stay there! It made me want to live in Montana.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/04
Review Submitted: 10/27/04
We had a WONDERFUL three days at RAncho Picante! It was everything that we expected and more. What a fabulously private, idyllic setting in which to relax with our out-of-town guests. And they got to experience Montana's weather from warm-and-sunny to cold-and-snowy, all in one trip! We will definitely be returning soon...
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/04
Review Submitted: 07/26/04
Rancho Picante is absolutely breathtaking! We had such a fabulous time in Montana and returned from day trips to a warm, inviting, and well-equipped home. We are already planning our next trip and know where we'll be staying - Rancho Picante!
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