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Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including chairs and a table, and a large umbrella providing shade.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs.
A wooden cabin with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A living room with a fireplace, television, leather sofa, and a dining area in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

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Livingston, MT
  • Place, Blue Slipper Theatre
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Gateway Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Livingston Golf & Country Club
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Livingston

Located in Livingston, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone River and Sacajawea Park, while Shane Lalani Center for the Arts and Blue Slipper Theatre are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Magic Diamond Casino - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Blue Slipper Theatre - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Yellowstone Gateway Museum - 17 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Livingston Golf & Country Club - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Sacajawea Park - 17 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RxCoffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caffe D'arte - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Larsoward's Pi House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Moshi Food MT - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston on Nov 1, 2026 start from $283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Hidden countryside gem on Shields River, close to Livingston located?

This family-friendly Livingston vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Yellowstone River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shane Lalani Center for the Arts and Livingston Golf & Country Club. Blue Slipper Theatre and Livingston Depot Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing visit to Livingston, Montana! Our Vrbo stay was incredible! It was just as describe and exceeded our expectations. Victoria was a great host and was readily available to help answer any questions we had. The house was exceptionally clean and for someone like myself with OCD that was wonderful. We will definitely be back! Thank you Victoria for helping to make our trip so fantastic!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience here! Nice and private, tucked away with cool views. The hosts were amazing. I highly recommend this place for a slower pace getaway!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the VRBO that has everything. I have stayed in many VRBOs, nothing compares to Shield’s River Gem.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a wonderful time at this lovely property. Check in was easy and we had a very sweet welcome basket waiting for us with homemade cookies and jam and other treats. Victoria was very quick to respond to any questions we had. Our family loved it.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host and the property were amazing! First, when we booked this property months prior, we made a mistake on our email address. With struggled getting help from VRBO but the host jumped in and made everything work. Great early communication and throughout the stay. The property is clean, updated and comes with modern conveniences of home. The kitchen had so many or the items you look for but never have. Pots, pans, cooking utensils, a cheese grater, pizza cutter, plasticware to store left overs.....things I look for. Outdoor area was clean and neat. Gas grill that was clean, worked as expected, and Snoopy the dog as a visitor. Washer and Dryer, cleaning supplies....Highly recommended and we want to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful!

The property was perfect. Great location and it exceeded our expectations. Victoria made the process so easy. And my grandkids loved fishing on the river. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A delightful home away from home

Our stay was perfect. The house was comfortable and in a beautiful setting . We had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly what we wanted. Its location is very private and peaceful. The house is older but it is very well stocked and very comfortable. Victoria and Stu are always there if you need anything. They are a wonderful family! We loved our month’s stay. It is very close to Livingston so if you want to go to lunch or dinner it is very convenient!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Livingston

Wonderful people, beautiful property, excellent experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation in beautiful place

This was one of the most impeccable places we've ever stayed in! Everything was perfect: the location, the layout of the place, how clean, cozy, and well stocked the house was, the beautiful surroundings, the wonderful hosts . . . The yummy gift basket was a wonderful surprise. We'll be back for sure :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back ASAP

There are thousands of places on VRBO, and I know I chose the right one. Stuart and Victoria have outdone themselves. If you need to recharge, this is the place. Quiet comfort is the style here. I am so thankful we had the opportunity to experience it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 1, 2020
Sharon, it was an absolute pleasure having you here, we are thankful you found us! And we look forward to your return. Best wishes, Victoria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Livingston Getaway

This property is beautiful. The home is fully equipped and decorated nicely making it feel that you live there. The grounds are well maintained and a bonus if you like to river fish. Just far enough from town to be private but close enough to enjoy the many restaurants Livingston has to offer. Just a 1 hr drive to Yellowstone Park. The owners are easy to talk to and always available when you need them. You can't go wrong with this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Early April 2016

Spring Creek fishing with 3 friends had us at the Shields River Hideaway. The house is attractive, comfortable, and the most thoroughly outfitted place I have ever stayed. Victoria is a very pleasant host. Most ideal for two couples or a family. Secluded, 10 minutes to Livingston, beautiful rangeland and snow capped mountains all around. Expect to be back again next year, and the 5 stars are fully deserved.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Week in the Mountains

The property was extremely clean on arrival, and Victoria's gift basket is such a great touch. The Anzac cookies were so good, they didn't last long! We were initially unclear about where the property lines were, but once that was figured out, we enjoyed fishing the river, climbing the hill for some great views, and playing with the kids in the absurdly lush lawn. The house set up is simple, and worked great for us, with a large kitchen/dining area, and some very comfy couches in the living space. The pictures really don't do it justice. The property is private, however, you aren't extremely secluded, if that's what you're looking for. Location was out of the way, yet close to town, great hikes, fishing, and other recreation options. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2020
Dan, Thanks for visiting. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, you certainly made the most of all there is to do here!! We’d love to welcome you and your adorable children back if you’re ever out this way again. Best wishes, Victoria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No complaints, only praise

The house did not disappoint in any way. There were four of us, two couples. The floor plan of the house was perfect. The master bedroom with ensuite is at one end of the house, the other two bedrooms are at the other end of a long hallway. Those two bedrooms share a hall bathroom. The property is quiet and private. It's a short walk to the river on a mowed path. We did not wade the river, simply by choice. We did catch a fish or two. That number may be simply lack of experience. LOL Victoria and Stuart were great hosts. Check in, check out instructions were clear and simple, they answered any texts (questions) we had very timely. Book it, you will not be disappointed! Thank you Victoria, we hope to be back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

There are way too many examples of why this property is so special. So the highlights: meticulously clean: beyond well stocked with anything and everything you could need; decor is perfect for the location; deer grazing out front and back; the river is easily accessed and you can hear it particularly at night. I could go on and on! The hosts Victoria and Stuart are welcoming and quick to respond to any questions. Victoria provides a welcome basket with wine, homemade cookies (be careful, they are addicting), and homemade jam. Then she dropped off peonies from her garden a few days later. We were unable to start the grill one night and Victoria came over immediately to fix the issue (not enough propane so she brought us another one). This is the perfect house in the perfect location (10 minutes to get into the heart of Livingston) for any vacation. I highly recommend this property and can’t wait until we return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exemplary property and amenities

This property ranks at the very top of all of our rentals over many years and across the world. Victoria and Stuart were courteous, prompt and thoughtful in all of their interactions with us and, especially in their provision of amenities and supplies in this relaxing home. We spent a wonderful week at the Hideaway and in the surroundings. The Shields Valley is an unspoiled and quiet corner of this region and we had fun exploring the area, making trips into Paradise Valley and even attending church in little Clyde Park. We love to cook and did a lot of cooking in the kitchen, and found a full supply of cooking utensils and dishes both there and for the outdoor gas grill which we used to grill the lake trout we caught in Yellowstone Lake one day. Even when the hot water heater stopped working one day, V & S quickly came to the rescue with an alternate bathroom on the property. All-in-all, we can't compliment the owners enough - it was truly a treat to spend a few days in a home which felt just like our own. One last note - if you can, make time for some stargazing at this property when the skies are clear. It's hard to put into words how incredible the night sky from the front or back yard. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2020
Gerry, thank you for your very kind words. We certainly enjoyed having you here and look forward to welcoming you back! Best wishes, VIctoria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shields River Stay

Property owner, Victoria was very accommodating with flight disruptions due to COVID. When we arrived, this by far is the cleanest well-kept property we have ever stayed at! Beds, pillows, and linens were comfortable in all rooms. The area is very quiet and secluded, we couldn’t see or hear any neighbors other than the deer that wandered in the woods behind the house in the morning. Victoria left a thoughtful welcome gift basket for us on the counter with local goodies! You can tell she is very passionate about what she does! The property is big and we absolutely love the mowed trails through the woods down to the river… great for a short hike. The water is very clean and easily accessible for fishing. We hiked up the Massacre Hill on the property… very challenging, but definitely worth the view once you get up there! We spent some time at Yellowstone, about an hour drive from the house to the north gate. The lines are shorter at the north gate, the weekday wait is only about 5-10 mins. Compared to other Yellowstone gate entrances, you probably save 30 mins! Buy your park passes online to save time too. We grocery shopped at Albertsons and Town & Country in Livingston. They were both priced similar to the Bozeman Walmart. Thank you Victoria for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2020
Matt, thanks for taking the time to submit a review of our home. So glad you had a great visit, we enjoyed having you here! Hope to see you again someday. Victoria
Archival

10/10 Excellent

You should stay here :)

Victoria was very accomodating and helpful with my many questions as this was my first cabin type rental. The property was better than I expected. We had excellent fishing and the daily wildlife was an extra bonus. My girls loved the swimming hole. It's a very short distance to Livingston. I recommend Gil's Goods for eating, The rib and chop restaurant was always busy we just never made it there. We ate on the patio and simply enjoyed the little bit of heaven around us. The washer and dryer were a huge bonus. The beds were very comfortable and the fresh air made for very restfull sleep. The kitchen is very ample. I enjoyed the jetted tub after a day at Yellowstone. The north entrance to Yellowstone is a nice drive and takes an hour give or take, depending on traffic. If you stay here, take some time to visit the boiling springs with your kids. It's a popular swimming area south of the north gate that is warmed by a geyser. There's a very nice reservoir in Bozeman with a really great waterfull that's only about 45 mins away as well. The hike is easy enough that a 4 yr old could do it. On a personal note, if you drink whiskey as my man does, He highly suggests trying the local made Neversweat. In his opinion it's "amazing". Our time here went by way to fast and we all miss it!!!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Melissa, We enjoyed meeting you and your family and are thrilled you had such a great time! Best wishes to you all. Victoria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for Shangri-La in Montana, this is it. There is no detail that the owner has not attended to. I have stayed at many properties over the years. In multiple ways, This is the very best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay. Gift basket with cookies, jam and a bottle of wine when we arrived.

This was our 2nd time and everything was great. I don't want to say too many good things because it is hard enough to get now.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Stay at the Hideaway

We had a wonderful time on our Montana visit. The house and property were beautiful. We had everything we could have possibly needed and more. Victoria’s homemade treats were delicious!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and great host

The place was very clean and stocked with everything you could ever want. The host was great and the location was very nice. Our only issue was that it was unseasonably warm for Montana (in the 90s) and there is no A/C. Not a problem 11 1/2 months of the year but something to keep in mind if you visit in the summer. Other than that, great little quiet place to stay. Close to Livingston which is still a nice quiet little town and about 30 minutes from Bozeman. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for exploring Montana

Enjoy stunning views of the mountains from the front of the house and the beautiful Shields River in the backyard. We enjoyed swimming and fishing in the river. The property provided the perfect base for exploring Montana. It is within a reasonable driving distance to Yellowstone NP, Beartooth Pass, and many other adventures. The house was equipped with everything you could possibly need. The large cooler and ice packs were a much appreciated bonus for packing food for day trips. The kitchen was equipped with pantry staples and most any kitchen gadget or appliance you might need. The property was exceptionally clean and well-kept. The host provided everything we needed and was available at all times to answer our questions. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful property with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful!

Our family had such a great time! The house was perfect for our needs, the setting was absolutely stunning and our hosts were great!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
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