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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Big Sky, MT
  • Big Sky Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Sky Town Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Ousel Falls Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Swift Bear Chalet

This beautifully curated Big Sky retreat is stylish, sophisticated, and sets the benchmark for luxury Big Sky lodging. A natural nirvana nestled in the trees with breathtaking views of Lone Peak and the Andesite Mountains, ski-in/ski-out access to 5,850 acres of Big Sky beauty and Big Sky’s best wildlife viewing.

The beauty of Big Sky is captured perfectly from this 4,000 sq ft custom lodge with thoughtful design and detail throughout. The sunlit great room and outdoor deck provide warm and inviting spaces for friends and family to gather! From meals cooked in the gourmet kitchen and shared around the table, to nights in front of the fireplace or stargazing from the hot tub, Swift Bear Chalet provides a feeling of privacy and calm.

Swift Bear Chalet is perfect for large group getaways and comfortably sleeps 11 guests in four unique and individually decorated bedrooms with a sofa bed in the upper loft. Rest easy knowing that this home is environmentally and green energy conscious with a Geothermal HVAC and LEED Platinum Five Star Plus rating, leaving a significantly lower carbon footprint than the standard rental.

Swift Bear Chalet is situated near the Moonlight entrance, ski accessible, secluded and private, yet conveniently close to all of Big Sky’s year-round attractions and activities – a short drive to the bustling bars, grills, and cafes of Big Sky’s Mountain Village Plaza and a perfect basecamp from which to explore Big Sky Country and Yellowstone National Park.

Swift Bear Chalet is part of our Platinum Collection of Big Sky MT Lodging Options.


Beds & Baths:
Sleeps 9 in beds; 11 with pull out sofa. Up to 11 allowed.
Bedroom 1- King bed | private 3/4 bath, walk-in shower, toilet, sink | main level
Bedroom 2- Queen bed | private 3/4 bath, walk-in shower, toilet, sink | lower level
Bedroom 3- Queen bed with twin top bunk | shared (adjacent) full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | upper level
Bedroom 4- Two twin beds | shared full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | upper level
Bonus space- Queen sofa sleeper | shared full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | upper level loft
Extra Bath:
1- half bath, toilet and sink | main level
Bed Linens Provided: Extra pillows and extra blankets in the property
Towels Provided: 4 towels, 4 hand towels, 4 washcloths, per bathroom | 6 hot tub towels


Kitchen, Dining, Living Rooms:
Table Seating 8, Bar Seating 3
Granite counters- Yes
Stainless appliances- Yes
Coffee grinder- Yes
Keurig- Yes
Hand Mixer- Yes
Toaster- Yes
Crockpot- Yes
Ice Maker- Yes

Living Room:
Fireplace- Gas
Main living seating- 9

Game Room:
Location- upper level loft
Games- foosball
Seating- 3


Outdoor:
Private hot tub 6-7 person- on main level deck
Propane grill, propane provided- on main level deck (near kitchen) or garage
Outdoor fireplace- yes (wood-burning; wood and fire starters provided)


Additional Amenities:
Ski storage and boot dryer in mudroom
Snow removal service provided
Central air- Yes
Fans and humidifiers
Gaming system- Wii
Bluetooth Sound System


Ski Access:

This home is not ski-in/out. It is ski accessible with effort. Not recommended for snowboarders or young children. The ski in and out are long and utilize several groomed real estate trails and a variety of chairlifts and tow ropes, poling and skating is required. Access lift start date varies, but typically early to mid-December. Access lifts may close before Big Sky Resort's closing day depending on snow conditions. No access until lifts open and after lifts close.

Ski Out:
Follow the groomed trail out the back of the house, ski across the road and onto the groomed access below. Follow this trail to the left and go through the tunnel to the White Otter chair lift. Ride White Otter to the top and cross White Wing to follow signage to the Big Sky Base area.

Ski In:
Follow White Otter Access to the rope tow for the Cascade. Take the Cascade Lift to the top and climb the stairs to a groomed trail that will take you back to Swift Bear Chalet. You will need to watch for signage for Swift Bear. There are several exits off this trail. Use map at top of stairs for guidance.


Parking:
4 wheel drive REQUIRED in winter - Please note this property has a steep driveway. Inquire if you need additional detail.
Double car garage
Space for 4 vehicles
No parking for R.V.'s, campers, or trailers

Check-In: This property offers remote check-in upon arrival. Check-in instructions will be sent via email within 10 days of check-in date once the Rental Agreement is signed.

Property manager

Big Sky Vacation Rentals
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Big Sky

Big Sky is home to this holiday home. Big Sky Resort and Cascade Ski Lift 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 Jack Creek Preserve Outdoor Education Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Big Sky, MT

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Black Bear Ski Lift - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Challenger Ski Lift - 8 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Big Sky Town Center - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Ousel Falls Park - 17 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Everett's 8800 - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Scissorbills Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Warren Miller Lodge - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪By Word of Mouth - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tips Up - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Swift Bear Chalet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Swift Bear Chalet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Swift Bear Chalet?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Swift Bear Chalet located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Big Sky is within a 5-minute walk of Big Sky Resort and Gallatin National Forest, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Pony Express Ski Lift and Cascade Ski Lift are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
One of the few places that was better than our expectations from the listing. Highly recommended it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family and friend get away in Big Sky
We were a party of 10… family and friends traveling from WA, IN and AK for a ski/snowboard trip. The home was as advertised and very comfortable for our party. The host was very responsive. The kitchen was well equipped to cook and serve all 10 of us without issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie W., Fort Wayne, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas fun
Great property. Clean and well equipped for anything you might want. Also the management co was really quick to respond w any of our requests
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a very nice place
We enjoyed the place and would stay again...
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Our group loved the house - beautifully furnished, equipped and cared for. Best ski house we’ve ever rented!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

monica b.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to get off the grid!
Aside from a few points of feedback, the place was clean and well stocked with the appliances you’d need to enjoy the space. Everything was as-listed online and the space overall was very conducive to group activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
We love the property. It was very relaxing and comfortable and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer family stay
House was very clean, well maintained, and well appointed. It was plenty spacious for our family of 6. Everyone enjoyed the hot-tub, expansive deck, and kids loved the foosball table. Would return!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Swift Bear Sojourn
We have been coming to Big Sky for the past four summers….always in Moonlight Basin on the mountain…1-2 weeks in July. We just finished two weeks with 7 of us in Swift Bear and we loved it and had a wonderful time. The house is great, plenty of room to spread out and the main floor living/kitchen/dining is open and wonderful for gathering. The patio and deck is great, and the hot tub worked well and is very large. The bathrooms and water pressure and hot water were all great…very important especially with large families. The laundry room is very large and again, important with big groups/families. The house was spotless….felt very new. The garage was wonderful for storing/hanging waders, boots, etc. the utility room off the garage was also great after long days hiking, to leave boots, clothes, etc. overall, a very good setup. One of the few houses with AC in Big Sky and was important given the heatwave we experienced 7/3-17…..temps we’ve never seen but the house was very comfortable when we need AC. Location is good and close to Beehive and Moonlight….had foxes and mule deer and a juvenile black bear in the neighborhood…always cool! Big Sky Rentals couldn’t have been better…very attentive and quick and easy to communicate with. The house was extremely well stocked (recommend a new vacuum cleaner) with everything needed. The greatest compliment…we would return without hesitation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
This was a beautiful, well managed property. The house was elegant, yet comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

ali m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Bad company policy
Big Sky Vacation Rentals called us a week before our stay and told us they are working on getting the jacuzzi fixed for our stay. They said there might be a chance it will not be working and they will refund us the fees for the jacuzzi and credit $50 a night. During our stay, I texted management to see what the progress was with the Jacuzzi and they text me back that they are not planning on fixing it for the season. Which was a bummer. 14 days after our stay, we still have not received our refund and after talking to management, it’s company Policy to take 30 to 45 days for a refund. No problem taking money, but issuing a refund somehow takes an act of Congress. Bad company policy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Great location
House had a great location but we rented it based on being able to use hot tub after skiing. We asked the week before if it was functional prior to renting. We rented the house after confirmation. We were texted the day we were due in that it was not operational. Very misleading. Still have yet to hear about the discount rate and credit. Otherwise house was as described and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
We had a great week at this property! Beautiful views & close to the main ski area
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Wonderful home, great views, just plain beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property!
Great house for a family stay. They have everything you need to cook and have a comfortable trip away from home. The management company was always responsive and quickly got back to me with any questions I had prior and during our stay. Very organized and had plenty of towels/ cleaning supplies/ space to store snow gear. Would highly recommend and hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house for a family ski vacation!
Our family loved the time we spent in Big Sky at 25 Swift Bear. The house was perfect for our crew, from it’s architecture and design to the stock of supplies needed for every room to the spectacular and ever changing views of Lone Peak that we enjoyed every morning, it truly made our time together amazing and easy to enjoy. The company managing the property, Big Sky Vacation Rentals, were very welcoming and extremely responsive with all communication. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison N.

Swift Bear Chalet - Big Sky, MO - GREAT!
The house was absolutely stunning. Extremely clean and decorated beautifully. All amenities that you could possibly ask for to prepare meals along with a great big dining table. Our hot tub did not work... that was the only problem. We were reimbursed $50 per night because of this and the management group of the property were extremely thorough. We also had a huge slide of snow fall off the roof and onto our rental car! It caused significant damage... we submitted a claim to our personal insurance..... but we are not sure of the result yet. House was amazing and would recommend without reservation despite the avalanche on our car and the hot tub!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sonia c.

Just gorgeous!
Our party of 6, 4 adults and 2 teenagers enjoyed a wonderful week at Swift Bear Chalet. It is beautifully decorated, the kitchen and laundry are well stocked with cleaning products, store cupboard essentials and crockery. The bedrooms and bathrooms are top end quality and the views are stunning. We all wished we had longer to enjoy both the house and the surrounding area - wonderful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Couldn't have been better!
We've rented a lot of homes over the years, and Swift Bear Chalet tops them all as a composite of comfort, amenities, location, and staff support. The house is perfect for our group of 7, though it can sleep more without difficulty. Being that it's a mile from the entrance to Big Sky Resort, you're 5 minutes from the action but feel quite secluded. The kitchen is wonderfully stocked with spices, condiments, oils, flour, etc, so grocery purchases can be limited to main ingredients, a very nice touch. New flat screen TVs with Dish in every bedroom, a fabulous whole-house sound system, nice big (and clean!) hot tub, fireplaces inside and out - it's just beautifully put together. Lastly, the staff at the rental agency are extremely accommodating and helpful. We really couldn't ask for more, and I know we'll stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

family of four, outdoor adventure athletes
We were very happy with everything about this home. The home is beautifully decorated, intelligently outfitted with high end sound system, heating, appliances, furniture, ect. The location has a wonderful view of the mountain and is conveniently located close to moonlight basin and big sky. The ski out is easy with a little direction, however the ski in is do able but requires more effort to find the house. We stayed here for a ski vacation with our two teen age sons and actually enjoyed cooking in, and all the amenities of the home. The house was completely outfitted with everything and there was backup of all neccesities. No expense spared. Very happy renting this home and the management company was very easy and accomodating.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

Family vacation in Big Sky
My family and several of my son's friends stayed at the Swiss Bear Chalet 12-27 thru 1-4-14. There were 11 of us total and we could not have picked a better place to spend our vacation. The home was warm, cozy, offered spectacular views and well stocked with all we needed for our group. Our group consisted of skiers and snowboarders and we were all able to ski in and out during our stay. However we took full advantage of the free shuttle that was provided to us and was promptly picked up and returned at the end of the day. The home was BEAUTIFUL with not a detail overlooked. The location was quiet and just a 5 minute car ride to Moonlight or Big Sky. At one point my sister-in-law said, " I feel like I live here!" Our group enjoyed downhill and cross country skiing. We cross countried at Lone Mountain Ranch which was superb. We also spent a day snow shoeing at the Ranch. The dinners and lunches at the Ranch are the best! Our other favorite is Buck's T4. Can't be beat! Thank you to the owners of this beautiful property for sharing it with our family.

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