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A New Kind of Philanthropy

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Exterior
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
AU$463
avg per night

Explore the area

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Livingston, MT
  • DePuy Spring Creek
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Chico Hot Springs
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Montana State University-Bozeman
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Price is AU$463 avg per night,

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About the area

Livingston

Located in Livingston, this guesthouse is in a rural area. Chico Hot Springs and Livingston Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gallatin National Forest and Dome Mountain Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • DePuy Spring Creek - 22 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Chico Hot Springs - 24 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Montana State University-Bozeman - 55 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Museum of the Rockies - 56 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Bridger Bowl Ski Area - 67 min drive - 73.2 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yellowstone Valley Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Valley Grill - ‬17 min drive

About this property

A New Kind of Philanthropy

BEFORE BOOKING, please note, we have a strict check-in window of 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This is to ensure your safety because the area has spotty cell service and to ensure that you will be navigating while it is still daylight. A 4WD vehicle is required to access Sophia's House. This is necessary because of the bumpy and muddy roads. There is free parking on the property.

Consider this stunning, secluded, modern house your own private world during your stay. Enjoy the open living, dining and kitchen areas looking out to magnificent Montana views. Sink into the large bed after a long hike. Cook dinner on the grill and count the stars in a way you've never been able to before, unhindered by city lights or smog. We want our guests to feel like they are living in the extraordinary Montana landscape while staying in our newest glass house, with an entire wall that opens to the great outdoors.

Erik's Ranch/Dry Creek rates include lodging and one Erik’s Montana Adventures tour (Chimney Rock Hike). Other Erik’s Montana Adventures tours are available for an additional cost. These include trail rides, a pony lead for younger riders, a horse meet and greet offered year-round, fly fishing, and whitewater rafting. Erik's is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and families.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

Amenities

Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
When you are inside, please treat the house as though it were your own home and kindly remove your shoes.
Absolutely no bonfires, please. Paradise Valley is dry and windy.
If you will be traveling with a gun, please keep it locked inside your car at all times.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is A New Kind of Philanthropy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A New Kind of Philanthropy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A New Kind of Philanthropy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A New Kind of Philanthropy located?

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Gallatin National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Yellowstone River and DePuy Spring Creek. Chico Hot Springs and Sacajawea Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

A New Kind of Philanthropy Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Beautiful stay away from it all

This was a perfect place to stay to unwind and get away from it all. It was very relaxing. We enjoyed spending time on the back patio during the evening. We also enjoyed one early evening having a breeze blow thru the whole house bringing in the fresh Montana air. We did not have the opportunity to take part of the offered hikes or horse brushing activities but look to come back one day soon to do just that. The bed was wonderful and the view while lying in bed was top notch. We highly recommend staying here and will recommend it to others as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

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

Fantastic!

Such a beautiful area! Very isolated and just what my husband and I wanted. Beautiful views!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful views and decor! Our second time staying. Close to Livingston for a great dinner.

We loved staying at Eric’s Ranch. The views are spectacular! Clean and nicely decorated! Would highly recommend. Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful Solitude

If you're looking for a quiet and beautiful mountain retreat where you will have little or no contact with other folks, this is the place. It's a little far to YNP, but so peaceful and gorgeous we were quite content to stick around and watch the everchanging sky, do a local hike and enjoy wildlife from right there when the weather was uncooperative and we chose not to drive. If you need to get away from it all and you're okay with out streaming screens, stay at Sophia's.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roby B.

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

Beautiful place. My Wife and I enjoyed it a great deal.

The house is nothing but windows overlooking beautiful mountains no matter what direction you look. The house is new new and absolutely spotless. The was nothing not to like about this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

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

Stunning views!

Sophia’s house has absolutely stunning views and is a unique property! Just what we were looking for. We enjoyed meeting the staff who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Everything was excellent. My wife and I would highly recommend and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lindy I.

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

Best vrbo Ever!

Most stunning mountain views ever. Very private. Saw plenty of wildlife but never another human. Clean, neat and had all the amenities we required. And if that isn't enough, you are donating to a very worthy cause. Can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Wow, what a view

Great stay. Greatly exceeded expectations! “Sophie’s House” was magnificent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018