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! 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.
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
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
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Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Gallatin Gateway
Located in Gallatin Gateway, this holiday home is in the mountains. American Prairie Reserve and Gallatin National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Montana Arboretum and Gardens and Music Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture and Museum of the Rockies. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
Little Bear School House Museum - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
Cottonwood Hills Course - 22 min drive - 24.0 km
Black Bull Golf Club - 24 min drive - 27.4 km
Montana State University-Bozeman - 30 min drive - 34.2 km
Getting around
Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Stacey's Old Faithful Bar and Steakhouse - 11 min drive
The Jump - 11 min drive
natural chicken - 12 min drive
Buffalo Jump - 11 min drive
The Game - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?
As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14 on 25 May, 2026 start from S$782, 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 at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stay Montana | Big Bear Retreat - Sleeps 14 located?
This family-friendly Gallatin Gateway holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gallatin National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gallatin River and Little Bear School House Museum. Cottonwood Hills Course and Montana Lil's Casino are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Couldn’t ask for a better place to satay in Bozeman
Chace R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2023
Chace,
thanks for taking the time out to review your stay! We love to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful property in Bozeman. Thanks for being our guest.
Clayton-Guest Services Manager
Its a great location with easy access to Big Sky and Bridger ski resorts.
Vicky F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar, 2025
We are so happy to hear this location was fitting and granted easy access to these great ski destinations! We hope to see you again soon! Best, Auburn F. Guest Service Manager.
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!
Carly Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2025
Hello Carly!! 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! Best, Cleo D
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
Kyle P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2023
Kyle,
Thank you for leaving us a review. We are happy this terrific property helped make your weekend with us a good one. Thank you for being our guest.
Clayton-Guest Services Manager
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.
Michelle K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2024
That sounds like an awesome family vacation! Bozeman is such a beautiful place, and it must have been nice to soak in those views. A sunset and a hot tub combo is hard to beat! Hope you all made some great memories before heading off to college! Best, Auburn F. Guest Service Manager
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!
Andy & Patty M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2025
thank you so much for leaving us a review. Glad you enjoyed your stay and this amazing location. We would love to have you back again sometime! Best, Summer V. Guest Service Manager.
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.
Renee M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review! We are glad that you had a good stay at the Big Bear Retreat. We really appreciate the feedback as that helps us improve our properties for future guests.
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.
jerome g.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2022
Jerome,
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback regarding your stay. I am excited to see that you loved the house and apologize for the maintenance issues experienced. We do our very best to solve every issue immediately once brought to our attention, and unfortunately we are at the mercy of vendors in the area to accomplish these tasks. We would love to host you again in the future and show you the true Stay Montana experience!
- Stay Montana Family
About the host
Hosted by Stay Montana
Stay Montana is a locally owned and operated Vacation Rental Company with locations in Big Sky, Bozeman and Flathead Valley. We know how valuable quality time with friends and family is and the importance of creating memories that last a lifetime. Our Guest Services Team is happy to help you plan an amazing trip! From Yellowstone National Park to Glacier National Park and beautiful spots in between, we would love to assist with your planning!
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