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Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country

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Exterior
Fitness facility
Room
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Winston, MT
  • Place, Montana State Capitol
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St. Helena
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Helena Civic Center
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country

Montana's Staubach Creek Ranch - set in the shadows of the Elkhorn Mountains - features abundant wildlife viewing of elk, deer, birds and an array of other animals. Throw your line into the ranch's fishing pond stocked with brook trout. Explore the ranch's 1,600 acres or the nearby Elkhorns on foot or by horseback.
The ranch provides the perfect private getaway for a family or small group. Try your hand at wrangling or driving cattle. Or, just relax and enjoy views of the majestic Elkhorn and Big Belt Mountains, both part of the Rocky Mountain range, and the nearby Canyon Ferry Lake.
This historic ranch was homesteaded in 1865 by Valentine Staubach, a German immigrant. Many of the original buildings remain on the ranch.
The newly remodeled guest house provides a comfortable residence for guests. Linens and towels are provided. The kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances, silverware and flatware. The house also has a large-capacity washer and dryer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Winston

Located in Winston, this holiday home is in the mountains. Yacht Basin Marina and Kim's Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Exploration Works and Great Northern Carousel. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Winston, MT

What's nearby

  • Canyon Ferry Wildlife Management Area - 22 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Montana State Capitol - 37 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 40 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Carroll College - 40 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Helena Civic Center - 41 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Bull Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Winston Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stonehouse Distillery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Staubach Creek Ranch, Great Mountain Vistas in Big Sky Country located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Canyon Ferry Lake and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Canyon Ferry Wildlife Management Area. Billings Clinic Broadwater and Yacht Basin Marina are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Wonderful stay!

Jeff and Marie offer a wonderful opportunity to see working ranch life in a beautiful part of Montana. The house is large, very comfortable and well-stocked and they are right there if you need anything at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Perfect Montana weekend

We loved our stay. This was the 2nd time staying at this ranch. Jeff and Marie are great hosts. We stayed as a restful weekend halfway through our trip. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Meredith A.

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

What a great experience for the family.

Marie and Jeff where exceptional hosts. We had a wonderful time experiencing the ranch and riding horses while viewing spectacular scenery.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zac h.

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

True Montana

It’s a great place to experience Montana. The hosts are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

First visit to Montana.

Jeff and Marie (Collin and Caitlyn) were beyond friendly and helpful. They have beautiful property and the guest house was very comfortable. This is a place we’ll forsure visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2021
Thanks so much! We really enjoyed visiting with you all! We appreciate you for keeping the guest house spotless. Hope you all come back soon to do some more Montana exploring. Have a great summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana S.

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

Wonderful stay

What a beautiful and relaxing stay. Our boys enjoyed being able to explore the outdoors, pet the dogs, and ride the horses. Marie and Jeff are so nice and welcoming. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much Juliana! Appreciate you and your family for respecting our property and keeping the house so tidy. Your family is lovely! I’m glad the kids had fun exploring and riding the horses. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

The Best Rental!

We’ve never felt so at home with a stay or vrbo! This ranch is stunningly beautiful with everything you need to have a wonderful get away with your friends or family. Being close to the lake was an amazing bonus too! The owners are so kind and remind me of so many of my family members, they went above and beyond to accommodate us in every way. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Warm & Welcoming!

I had my friend's bachelorette party at the Hoeffner Family's beautiful guest home! The family was so warm and welcoming to us, took us horse back riding, and made sure we had everything we needed. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Fishing Expedition

The owners are very nice.I would recommend to anyone. Hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo N.

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

Moved our son to Carroll

It was very beautiful scenery best experience to enjoy what the beautiful state of Montana has to offer. We enjoyed every bit, and the owners were very good hosts. Definitely will be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Thanks so much for the very positive review and feedback. Very good to hear the guest house worked out for you! We greatly appreciate you for taking care of our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Loved the Staubach Ranch!

We had a perfect time (6 of us) at Staubach ranch. The property was beautiful. I’ve never taken so many pictures of a back yard. The owners are very nice and hospitable. They took some of us out on a horse ride. The house has plenty of space, is very comfortable and kitchen is very functional. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
We appreciate the great review! We were so glad you and your family had a good time here! Thanks for being so respectful of us and our property. The house was spotless! We hope to see you and your lovely family back at the ranch.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

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

Wonderful country setting!!

Beautiful farm property with amazing sunrise and sunsets!! Stayed with full family and room for everyone to stretch out and have space. the ranch is amazing and they have a beautiful rustic barn that they have set up for weddings and events which would be the best place to get married! The hosts are on site and available to assist and very welcoming and they offer horse rides around the ranch for a small extra which is totally worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natalie d.

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

Cozy retreat

We truly enjoyed meeting Jeff and Marie and were so pleasantly surprised with the cabin. It was very clean, roomy and had many sleeping options for our kids. The kids loved playing in the stream, catching frogs and meeting one of the ranch dogs! We loved sitting in the deck and watching the sun setting over the fields and mountains. We didn’t have time to take advantage of the tour of the ranch that was offered but plan on going back to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janene F.

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

A Montana Wedding - our 2nd stay at Staubach Creek Ranch!

All memebers of three generations gatheredto celebrate the wedding of our son and once again this ranch life escape provided the perfect place to accommodate those from out-of-town and enough room to feed the entire wedding rehearsal dinner!! The house is comfortable and complete with everything you need!! Since this was the 2nd time I have worked with the owners, I knew to expect these caring and thoughtful Montanans to check in on us and care enough to ensure our utter satisfaction. The ranch dogs were a delight to all and made everyone feel like we were at home. Again this year, our out of state guests saw elk, bald eagles, and even enjoyed several friendly walks to see the horses. Staubach Creek Ranch and Marie have made my hosting job a success two years in a row!! Thank again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Excellent Location, House is Average

The location of this house is the best part about it! Everything you need is within walking distance and you are very near the ocean which was great! Amazing breakfast spots less than a block away, lots of shopping, and things to check out near by. However, if this house was located in a less desirable area, it would have been disappointing. The house itself is an older home so the layout isn't the best for privacy or accessibility. The jack and jill bathroom on the second floor is connected to both bedrooms and does not have a lock on either door. I wouldn't recommend this set up for grown adult couples in each room due to the lack of privacy but perhaps it would be fine for a family with the kids in the upstairs bedrooms. The only other bathroom in the house is downstairs and is only accessible through the master bedroom. The pool in the back patio is very small and would work for floating or sitting but no actual swimming will be done by an adult. Also beware the floors are very dirty! They don't look dirty, but oh my, the moment you have to wipe something off the floor with the towel and the towel comes back dark grey... its concerning as to when the last time the floors were cleaned. Overall we had a lovely time and the accommodations were adequate. Just pointing out a few things that if I been more aware of in the listing, I likely would not have booked this home since we were 3 adult couples traveling together. This is a much better set up for a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

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

Beautiful and so peaceful

Jeff , Marie and their family were amazing. Such sweet people. I would definitely recommend a stay here. The ranch is so beautiful and peaceful. All the cares of the world just melt away at their ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin d.

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

Ranch

Great place and a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Staubach Ranch New Years stay

Very nice ranch house property with plenty of room for a big family. Owners were very nice and easy to work with. Great views as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten C.

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

Great hospitality

Great hospitality, very nice people! We had a great time! 😌
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

A Great Stay at a Great Place!

My family and I stayed at Marie's ranch house for the first couple of days of our stay in Montana before we went north to Glacier National Park. We had plenty of room and were comfortable from the moment she walked out to our truck to welcome us as we drove in. Wish we could have spent a little more time there. I highly recommend the Hoffners' house and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

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

Wonderful Stay in Winston

Only stayed here 1 night - but wish we had stayed more! Wonderful accommodations and excellent hosts in Jeff and Marie. Will certainly go back and spend more time - even have the kids try horseback riding!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brock m.

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

Big family visits big sky country

A stay here is a breath of fresh air. The location is beautiful, the house is clean, and the hosts went out of their way to accommodate our family of 9 and give our children a little taste of life on their ranch. Our only regret is that we had such a short stay. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Fantastic slice of heaven

We absolutely loved the ranch! The hosts graciously took us around the ranch to see the animals, letting my 4 year old feed a bottle calf, spend time with the horses, see a 3 day old colt, and play with their puppy! The puppy and my child’s exuberance matched in energy levels. We wish we’d had more time to actually enjoy the views and fireplace in the family room, but this was just a short overnight for us. Thank you Marie!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadezhda S.

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

Absolutely relaxing !

Beautiful mountains, quiet atmosphere, and a relaxing home. Welcoming hosts. Watching the cattle and riding the horses was also an amazing experience.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

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

Great Family resort

Well stocked kitchen With the hardware essentials for A family dinner and Breakfast! A nice great room for games and conversation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2020
Thank you Sherri for being a great guest. I appreciate you leaving the house so clean! Hope to see you back!

About the host

Hosted by Jeff D Hoeffner

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Jeff and Marie Hoeffner own and operate the ranch. They run about 350 head of cattle, a dozen horses, and three dogs. They are parents to three adult children who contribute to the ranch operation.

Why they chose this property

The guest house was originally the family home.

What makes this property unique

Experience a real, working cattle ranch.
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