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Wrap Around Deck, Hot Tub, Lounge Seating, Outdoor Dining for 6

Perfect Location between Bozeman and Big Sky

Pickleball Court and Cornhole in 3 Car Garage

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14372 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Gallatin Gateway, MT

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse29 min drive
Museum of the Rockies30 min drive
Montana State University-Bozeman30 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ski trip

Maciej Z.

Jan 31, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Guest Suite

1 King Bed

Guest Suite

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Queen Beds

Loft

2 Queen Beds

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Lower Level Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Level Hallway Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Big Elk Haus – 4700sqft Home w/ Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360° Views, PickleBall

NEW and Encompassed by 360° mountain views! Big Elk Haus is your Montana retreat! What brings you to the Last Best Place? Whether you are fly fishing on the Gallatin, skiing at Big Sky, floating the Madison, or hiking Yellowstone National Park, this is your home base for exploring the Treasure State. Our home features a private hot tub, ❄ Central Air Conditioning ❄, 3 outdoor deck/patio spaces, PickleBall Court and Cornhole in 3 Car Garage, and spacious gourmet kitchen. With 4700sq ft to stretch out, the home has 2 living areas with the main level highlighting the river rock gas fireplace and the lower level lounge with dual TVs playing both games at once! Kids love the cozy bunkroom and gaming space to retreat to. Outside the main level a wrap-around deck with seating to soak up the sun and gaze at the stars at night. The laundry room has full-size washer and dryers for guests.

PROPERTY

4700sqft | Private Hot Tub | 2 Living Areas | Central AC | Pet Friendly w/Fee | 2 Car Garage
Bedroom 1, Main Level: Master King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom
Bedroom 2, Main Level: Guest King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom + Tub
Bedroom 3: Lower Level King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom
Bedroom 4: Loft 2 Queen Beds
Bunkroom: Lower Level Queen over Queen Bunk Beds
Bathroom 4: Hallway Half Bath
-Pack N’ Play Available on site

INDOOR LIVING: Central Air Conditioning, Gas Fireplace, Office Desk, 2 Living Areas, Smart TVs, Ping Pong Table, Foosball Table, Washer and Dryer

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private Saltwater Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Wrap Around Deck, Outdoor Seating, Lower Patio, 2 Car Garage
Kitchen: Cooking Basics, Full Size Coffee Maker, Toaster, Gas Range Oven, Outdoor Grill

GENERAL: WIFI (75 mbps), Keyless Entry, Linens/Towels, Toiletries, Detergent, Dishwashing Pods

FAMILY FRIENDLY: Pack n’ Play, High Chair, Baby Gate, Bottle Warmer, Baby Bathtub, Toys/Books upon request

LOCATION

Located in Gallatin Gateway, Big Elk Haus is situated perfectly between Bozeman and Big Sky: 30 min from BZN airport, and just over an hour to Yellowstone National Park West Entrance. The home is tucked into the foothills of the Gallatin Nation Forest, host to hiking/horse trails, snowmobile and UTV access through Little Bear Road. “Blue Ribbon” rivers surround the valley and are renowned for their fishing, all within a short drive to access.

20 min to Bozeman
45 min to Big Sky
1h45min to North entrance Yellowstone
1h25min to West entrance Yellowstone

ACTIVITIES

30 min south down the scenic canyon road and driving alongside the roaring Gallatin River, you’ll reach the town of Big Sky home of 5,800 acres of ski terrain for all experience levels. Iconic and just plain Big, this place checks the bucket list for skiers and snowboarders world-wide. Additionally, Bridger Bowl is the locals ski hill boasting 2,000 acres, 300” of seasonal snowfall, north of Bozeman and about 45 north of the home. Those looking for challenge can Hike the Bridger Ridge. There are endless recreational activities year round including hiking, rafting, biking, cycling, XC skiing, golfing, and fishing in the valley and more for those wishing to take a day off. Bozeman Hot Springs is a great place to soak in 12 different pools ranging from 59° to 106° and wet and dry saunas, along with a live music stage at nights. Take a stroll down Main Street in the town of Bozeman where you can shop local and taste all types of innovative cuisine. The events schedule is constantly injecting life into an already vibrant community so be sure to check out what’s new. With it being home to Montana State University, you can also find an energetic crowd into the night hours.
Welcome to The Last Best Place – Montana!

ACCESSIBILITY

4x4 vehicle recommended during winter months due to expected snowfall. Driveway is asphalt paved. The property requires stairs to access.

POLICIES

-No Smoking
-Pet Friendly w/ Fee. 2 Dogs only max. No Cats
-No outside events, parties, gatherings
-Must be at least 25 years old to book

Property manager

Kyle

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Gallatin Gateway Vacation Rental | 5BR | 2BA | 3,500 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 a rural area and in the mountains. Cottonwood Hills Course and Black Bull Golf 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 American Prairie Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of the Rockies, or check out an event or a game at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gallatin Gateway, MT

What's nearby

The ELM - 29 min drive
Brick Breeden Fieldhouse - 29 min drive
Museum of the Rockies - 30 min drive
Montana State University-Bozeman - 30 min drive
Palisade Falls - 32 min drive

Getting around

Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Jump - ‬11 min drive
‪Stacey's - ‬12 min drive
‪Farmhouse Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪The Point After Bar and Grill - ‬26 min drive
‪Buffalo Jump Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Elk Haus – 4700sqft Home w/ Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360° Views, PickleBall pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Big Elk Haus – 4700sqft Home w/ Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360° Views, PickleBall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Elk Haus – 4700sqft Home w/ Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360° Views, PickleBall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Elk Haus – 4700sqft Home w/ Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360° Views, PickleBall located?

This family-friendly Gallatin Gateway holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gallatin National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 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).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

14 June 2024

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

AWESOME PLACE BEAUTIFUL VIEWS!

We had a blast for a get together with some old friends. Sunsets at the place were amazing. We enjoyed the firepit, the hot tub, the grill, and played pickleball for hours. Definitely recommend this location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kainen N.

7 May 2024

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

Bachelor Party

Awesome spot! Kyle was super accommodating!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam M.

10 Apr 2024

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

Great cabin for friends and family

Place offers stunning views and a lot to do within the house itself with games. Very clean house and the owner is very helpful as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maciej Z.

31 Jan 2024

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

Very nice

Ski trip

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

19 Nov 2023

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

Great family stay

Wonderful place for a large family gathering. The house was stocked with everything you need for a comfortable stay away from home. The pickle ball court in the garage was a hit!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda E.

17 Oct 2023

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

Amazing

This house is beautiful! The hosts were amazing and very responsive. Would definitely reccomend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

10 Sept 2023

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

Awesome property, awesome host

We had the best time. Absolutely amazing house with gorgeous views Hot tub on the deck is great Kyle the owner made everything super easy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

23 Aug 2023

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

Gorgeous home with amazing views!

First of all the host, Kyle is super accommodating and easy to work with. We were looking for a place outside of Bozeman to accommodate my husband and I, my 79 year old mother and out two dogs while visiting our two boys who go to MSU. My girlfriend also ended up joining us last minute as her son is also at MSU. This home is only about 20 minutes from Bozeman but feels a world away. It sits up on a hill and is surrounded by absolute beauty. Once inside the home it is views from every window and there is a huge wrap around deck that allows you to take it all in. The house is nicely decorated with plenty of room for everyone. Huge kitchen with dining for ten at the table with four more seats at the island. There is more than enough space for everyone and the bedrooms are all very comfortable with great bedding and views! The boys loved the hot tub on the deck and it was nice that we could all just sit out there in the evenings and enjoy a cocktail and the views. I highly recommend Big Elk Haus for anyone that wants a bit of privacy with incredible views and a beautiful home!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

20 Aug 2023

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

Absolutely Amazing

By far the most comfortable and nicest property we’ve stayed at. The views were *amazing*!! The sunsets were stunning and being August, honestly lasted almost 1.5h, with constantly changing beauty! Also delighted in the amazing stars and meteor showers- very memorable for the kids!! The beds, pillows, everything were top notch and so comfortable (often a complaint while on vacation)- we all were immediately at home and relaxed and slept great! The house was the perfect base camp for floating the Madison, exploring Bozeman and a day at Yellowstone! We can’t wait to come back! Kyle was also responsive and an overall wonderful host- very impressed and appreciative of his responsiveness and flexibilty!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gena H.

7 Aug 2023

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

50th anniversary

Our family rented the Big Elk Haus for my parents 50th wedding anniversary celebration. We loved it, the games downstairs were a big hit with the teenagers and the neighborhood is delightful.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

River A.

6 Aug 2023

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

Gallatin Getaway

I have to start with the amazing views from this house! Stunning and unforgettable. We took so many "put it on a postcard" pictures. The house was very comfortable, the wrap around deck is a highlight. Plenty of spaces to sit and visit. We had 10 in our party and we all had plenty of room. Kyle went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a great experience. Excellent communication throughout. He answered all of our questions and allowed us to check in a couple of hours early because housekeeping was done. Thank you Kyle!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy m.

31 July 2023

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

Spacious property with amazing views.

We were four couples connected by business networking. Wanted to get away and not stay at a hotel. Really enjoyed the ping-pong table, the hot tub the wraparound deck. Kitchen is set up great lots of room for lots of cooks in the kitchen. Beds were very comfortable. Just a few things missing – would be nice to have a hairdryer iand extra bath towels in each bathroom. Kyle was great to work with for payments, updates and what was available on the property. If it works out we would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aly J.

25 July 2023

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

Amazing property!

Beautiful house and amazing views! This is one of the nicest rentals we ever stayed in! Ping pong was a hit for the whole family! The host was great too! I had dropped my glasses to a part of the deck I couldn’t reach and I messaged the host and he quickly came over and got them out for me. We loved everything about the property and we hope to stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

18 July 2023

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Great stay

The house is beautiful with great views from the back deck. Very smooth and easy check in. My boys and I enjoyed the table tennis, fusball, and hot tub in the evening. Quiet neighborhood and close to multiple mountain locations. The house was very clean and the host was very friendly and helpful if you needed him. If there is a drawback for some, it wasn’t for us, it’s about 35 minutes drive to grocery stores or restaurants but it was not a problem for us. We cooked on the grill in the evening and watched the sunset from the deck and the boys enjoyed the hot tub. I would definitely recommend this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 July 2023

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Beautiful

The house and suroundings were beautiful. The inside is exactly as pictured... the scenery was even better than we imagined! As expected with a new rental, we had a few glitches. The owner was wonderful and addressed them quickly and efficiently, while being respectful of our time and privacy. If you're on the fence, go for it; we'd go back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liane L.

15 May 2023

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

Fantastic Find!

What a magical view! Perfectly sized for the whole family of 8. Seamless check in/out. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kyle

I'm a hospitality professional of 15 years working for a major hotel brand. I've started a family and decided hosting my own space is a better fit!

Why they chose this property

The community is tucked away in the foothills with expansive views of all four Montana seasons. It feels like rural living yet so close to everything - Big Sky, Bozeman, Montana State University, airport, rivers, etc.