Entire home

Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown .

Photo gallery for Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown .

Black Dog Hideaway
Welcome to Black Dog Hideaway!  Built in 1912 and Craftsman style.
Front entry way.
Living room w/ gas fireplace
Open concept living room and dinning room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Bozeman, MT
  • The ELM
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Montana State University-Bozeman
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Museum of the Rockies
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Master Suite Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown .

**The Black Dog Hideaway is a legally registered vacation rental with the City of Bozeman and the state of Montana. We have a private finished basement apartment with a separate entrance in which a family member resides for any questions you may have. Our house is located in the more desirable south side of Bozeman's Historic District and is just 2 blocks from all that Downtown Bozeman has to offer, shopping, restaurants, bars, and even occasional street fairs. Only 2 blocks from Cooper Park, our neighborhood park, walking distance to Montana State University, and located only 25 minutes from our community ski hill, Bridger Bowl. An hour and a half from Yellowstone National Park, and a few minutes in any direction from a wealth of hiking, biking, fishing and any other outdoor activity you can imagine.

Built in 1911, this historic Craftsman Bungalow style home is the recipient of the 2010 Historic Preservation Award, Black Dog Hideaway is your elegant and cozy home away from home. Come stay here and you will enjoy:
* custom design wood floors.
*original wood trim and built -ins from this historical home’s first days.
*a huge, upstairs master bedroom suite complete with a natural stone walk in shower, and a whirlpool, soaking tub, kick plate heaters under each sink to warm up the area if needed.
*gourmet kitchen with black granite counter tops and outfitted with everything you'll need including a dishwasher, double oven, and pot filler over the stove. Kick plate heaters are installed in the kitchen for extra heat if needed.
*A covered backyard deck, fenced private backyard with a beautiful green lawn, native front yard landscaping, and front porch with privacy shades and two front porch swings.
*We have a “50amp NEMA 14-50 Outlet for EV Charging in a garage. Door may be too narrow for some EV’s”
** Both bedroom 1 and master bedroom suite have Mitsubishi Mr. Slim heat pumps to give our guests air conditioning in the summer and extra heat in cooler months should they want it.
* If you need assistance, our son, Grant, has a private apartment with a separate entrance in the basement of our home.
*** Please keep in mind this home is over 100 years old and therefore you will have some creaky floor noises. It's one of the charming features of our home. We like to think it's our homes way of saying "Welcome" to our guests.

Property manager

Susan Kirkland
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a Pack and Play bed for baby.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house or on the property.
Take used sheets off beds and place them in a pile with used towels. Take out all garbage and any used food and throw away. Don't leave dirty dishes
Lock all windows, and doors. Turn thermostat to 68 in winter months.

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
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
Property Registration Number STR22-00030

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bozeman

Located in Bozeman, this holiday home is in the city centre. Gallatin County Pioneer Museum and The ELM are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Gallatin Valley and Bridger Creek Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse or Gallatin Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Bozeman, MT

What's nearby

  • Gallatin County Pioneer Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The ELM - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Montana State University-Bozeman - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Museum of the Rockies - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Community Food Co-Op - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown .?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown .?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant, Recipient of Historic Preservation Award! 2 Blocks From Downtown . located?

Located in the heart of Bozeman, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture and Montana State University-Bozeman. Gallatin County Pioneer Museum and The ELM are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Great home for family gatherings

Really lovely home...it does not feel like a rental. Also the house is so well stocked, especially the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Great stay

Susan was absolutely amazing with communication and extremely flexible for our time. The house was stocked with everything we needed for a successful thanksgiving. 10/10 would recommend! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KK N.

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

Perfect place to stay!

We stayed here for MSU parents weekend, and it was perfect. The house is lovely, and we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Couldn’t have asked for a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole S.

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

Amazing location, amazing place

One of the best in Bozeman. The location is unreal and what a back patio! One of the nicest best experiences we have had at a VRBO. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Lovely home

This charming home was the perfect place to stay. Well stocked kitchen. Walking distance to the university and easy access to Main Street. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

South E.

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

b

Location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod M.

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

there for a wedding

worked great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

619 Olive St

Basically this is a well kept and beautiful home. Could not ask for anything more
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Beautiful Home

The Black Dog Hideaway is a beautiful, cozy house located close to downtown and the university. The house has everything you need with an incredibly stocked kitchen. It was the perfect place to stay for our 5-day trip to visit our son in Bozeman and ski at Bridger Bowl. We will definitely rent the Black Dog on our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Montana State University visit

Wonderful property in quiet neighbourhood next to downtown Bozeman, lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., Kirkland, WA

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

Cozy and close to campus

Walking distance to campus in a nice quiet neighborhood. Well equipped, open kitchen with 2 ovens, gas range, pot-filler, etc. Two front porch swings, covered back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna H.

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

Black Dog Hideaway Delivers!

We loved our stay in this well appointed home. We were very happy with its location close to downtown, and its beautiful attention to detail. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Great Rental

Wonderful property - we loved walking everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

AM C.

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

A Gem in Bozeman!

This beautifully restored historic home is charming, cozy & comfortable. The owners have taken great care to provide for guests. Wonderful & well-equipped kitchen…back patio & yard is a welcoming retreat. A designated driveway for off street parking is a real plus. A minor mechanical matter discovered on arrival was promptly attended to by the owner. We would definitely enjoy the opportunity to again on future trips to Bozeman!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest S.

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

Bozeman

Cute
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William F., Atlanta, GA USA

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

Wonderful time at Black Dog Hideaway

Our stay at Black Dog Hideaway was wonderful! Sue's house was very clean, fun to be in, and close to everything. We especially enjoyed sitting out on the back deck and looking at the sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

Great place to stay

Fabulous home close to MSU & downtown Bozeman.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cat B., Wilmington, NC

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

Beautifully renovated, 112 year-young house!

Most comfy beds in 5 weeks of travel!! Well equipped kitchen. Clean, convenient to great walking neighborhoods, museums and downtown. A front porch swing was more morning coffee go- to. The lushly landscaped backyard was my evening cocktail place. Thank you for a great place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G., USA

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

Excellent home

We were very pleased with the very close location to downtown; excellent condition of the home; top notch communication by owner; master suite was very roomy and comfortable. Really recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C., Waxhaw, NC

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

Wonderful Stay in Bozeman

Beautiful home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E T.

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

Bozeman

Great property in the perfect location. Hosts were so helpful and home was stocked with everything we needed. Checkout was so simple and made departure really easy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

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

Beautiful House

We had a lovely stay at this property. It was easy to check in, and very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with anything we needed. We made a delicious Father’s Day dinner and enjoyed many relaxing mornings on the back porch. The location is convenient to many areas of Bozeman.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yve M.

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

Historic Charm

We came for our annual sister's trip (3 of us) and it was perfect. We used it as a base for easy access to Yellowstone but also having the conveniences/restaurants of a city. My sister ended up needing to go to urgent care one day and I was really glad that it was only about a mile away. The house is nicely furnished with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable back porch and cute garden. The keypad entry was easy, the house was super clean and centrally located with convenient parking. Sue was readily available via email and had many suggestions for dining (Blackbird is a must) and other activities. Be aware that stairs to second floor are steep and narrow, like in many old houses. Highly recommend! One of my best Vrbo experiences. I would come back again when in Bozeman.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orbie D.

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

Davis vacation

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

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

Graduation weekend with family

Great place, location Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Kirkland

Host profile image
We are Johnny and Susan Kirkland, we live in New York, on Long Island's North Shore, most of the year, but all of our 4 children have moved out west and made it their home. So, we thought we should follow suit, we just aren't quite ready to leave New York full time yet. We bought our house and stay there several times per year, so you can be sure that all of the creature comforts are available to you. Susan is a retired Special Education Teacher, who still substitute teaches on a regular basis and Johnny is a Physicist and software developer. Since our children have gone, we've picked up a new hobby of raising guide dogs. We have successfully raised Josh, who is a working guide dog, and we have raised London, who is now a Vet Service Dog for a disabled Vietnam veteran, and we have Gretha, a breeder dog for the GDF, as well as Dave, Sushi and North. North is yellow and the other three are black labs. This is where our home's name comes from, The Black Dog Hideaway is a tribute to our love for our guide dogs and the important work they do.

During your visit you may see our son Grant who takes care of the Black Dog Hideaway and lives in the private basement apartment with a separate entrance, or when you are making a reservation you'll talk to Sue who manages the home and bookings.

Please feel free to contact us anytime, we'd love to hear from you!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this house the moment we stepped inside, and we know that you will too! There are two adorable porch swings on the front porch, and the subtle character is amazing. Downstairs, you'll notice the original woodwork, and original built in cabinets from days gone by. Upstairs was updated with comfort in mind. This house has the best of both worlds, old world history and modern updates and comforts. Plus, you can't beat the location, and proximity to downtown Bozeman!

What makes this property unique

Please enjoy the jetted tub in the master bath. Also for your comfort we have installed baseboard heaters under each sink to warm you from the bottom up.
In the master bedroom you will find a built -in wall heater for you additional comfort. For your comfort on those very hot summer days we have installed a Mr. Slim air conditioner in the master bedroom.
The stereo is located in the master bedroom cherry wood closet, and can be heard throughout the second level on built -in speakers.
In the living room, we have installed a 55 inch 3DTV with 3D glasses for 6. Original hardwood floors have been enhanced with walnut ribbon knots and refinished to their natural beauty. With the push of a button, you can enjoy our gas fireplace and enjoy a cozy relaxing atmosphere with family and friends.
The kitchen has granite counter tops, double oven, pot filler over 5 burner gas stove, ice maker on the refrigerator door, double sink, and trash compactor.
The walk to town is easy, and close, as is Cooper Park at only two blocks away. We have a covered backyard deck with outdoor table and chairs that seat 6 for added summer entertaining. A Weber grill is also on the paver patio. Our back yard is professionally landscaped with quaint limestone walk ways, gardens, and a paver patio in keeping with our 1911 Craftsman style home. Fully fenced in yard.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests