Ski-In/Ski-Out Updated Big Sky Retreat

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9.7Outstanding
(21 Ratings)
"So wonderful was the property and Big Sky, we all want to return again next year!PROS:1. the location and space of this beautiful home2. the fully stocked kitchen with All-Clad pots and pans and Henck..."
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9.7 / 10.0
Outstanding(21 Ratings)

House in Big Sky, MT

15 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

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About this house rental

Summary:
CODE 11 Middle Rider - 5 Bedrooms - 4.5 Bathrooms - Sleeps 13 - Private Hot Tub - Close to Moonlight Basin

The Space:
Looking for a luxurious Big Sky mountain retreat? Just take a look at the breath-taking photos to see the incredible views of Lone Peak displayed throughout this home. With equally excellent biking and ski access, this five bedroom, four and half bathroom home has plenty of space for your whole party. From ski-in/ski-out access via the Cascade Lift to relaxing in the private hot tub, your family and friends are sure to make life-long memories during your stay at 11 Middle Rider.

Upon walking through the front door, visitors are greeted by a welcoming living room with a wood burning fireplace as well as a Smart TV. Guests are encouraged to make use of the dreamy chef’s kitchen, fully stocked with everything you’ll need to cook a fabulous meal with friends or family and gather around the dinning table and bar top with seating for 10. In addition, the main living area displays an outdoor patio with deck furniture and a propane BBQ grill, perfect for apres-ski or warm summer nights. There is also a large mud room, a half bath, and heated 2-car garage with boot dryers and ski racks ideal for a day on the slopes. When it is time to relax, choose between the main living room or the downstairs TV room with a game table.

When it is time for to retire for the night, five bedrooms are perfectly designed for everyone’s needs. The main level provides a master bedroom with a king bed and full bathroom (includes a jetted tub) as well as an additional king room with en-suite bathroom. Downstairs the bunkroom includes a twin bed with a trundle option as well as a full under twin bunkbed and en-suite bathroom. The final two bedrooms share a bathroom and have a king and queen bed. On this bottom floor, there is also a laundry room with premium appliances for guests use and through the TV room, you can access a beautiful deck area with an outdoor fireplace, furniture, and hot tub.

While 11 Middle Rider may leave you wanting nothing more, the Mountain Village and Madison Base areas are each a 5-minute drive in either direction with numerous options for shopping, dining, ski rentals, lift tickets, and a small grocery store. Big Sky`s Town Center is only a short 10-minute drive away, where guests can find additional options for activities, restaurants, retail, and local escapades. Looking for other things besides skiing and snowboarding while in Big Sky? Be sure to check out dog mushing, Nordic skiing, snow shoeing, a sleigh ride dinner at a local ranch, go on a snow mobile tour, or check out Yellowstone National Park. In the summer, choose from fly fishing, horseback riding, local ATV tours, hiking trails, rock climbing, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, golfing, white water rafting, weekly farmer`s markets and free concerts. One of the best parts of this location is the proximity to Beehive Basin, truly one of the most scenic hikes in Big Sky.

Nestled in the scenic heart of the Madisons, Big Sky, Montana, offers an unparalleled base for year-round adventures. Located just an hour from both Yellowstone National Park and the vibrant college town of Bozeman, this charming community is perfectly positioned for exploration.

“Basecamp to Yellowstone” at Big Sky Resort serves as the ultimate launchpad for outdoor enthusiasts. In the summer, embark on scenic lift rides, guided hikes, and adrenaline-pumping activities like mountain biking and ziplining. The resort's Adventure Zipline is particularly thrilling, featuring four lines that span up to 1,500 feet and soar 150 feet above the forest floor, offering breathtaking views of Lone Mountain and the Spanish Peaks. For a more relaxed experience, the Nature Zipline provides a scenic journey suitable for all ages.

Big Sky Mountain Village, situated at the base of the resort, boasts a variety of shopping and dining options, making it a convenient and lively spot for visitors. Additionally, the charming Town Center of Big Sky is rapidly developing, offering a burgeoning scene of local shops, eateries, and cultural attractions.

Whether you're seeking exhilarating outdoor activities or a peaceful retreat in nature, Big Sky provides the perfect setting for your Montana adventures.

Ski Instructions:
Ski Out: From the garage, walk directly forward to the groomed trail, then proceed down the trail across Middle Rider Road and onto the groomed access below. Follow this trail (labelled with small green signs with “B” on them) down and to the left until you 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 (labelled with small green sign with “B” and parallels Beehive Basin Road) that will take you back to Middle Rider Road (make a quick left onto “D” trail and 11 Middle Rider will be directly left – the house is very close to the turn so don’t miss it ). Not recommended for snowboarders or young children as the ski in/out are about 10-15 minutes long depending on snow conditions. The home is not ski in/ski out if Cascade lift is not running. The start date for Cascade lift varies, but typically early to mid-December. Access lifts may close before Big Sky Resort's closing day depending on snow conditions.

Bedroom Layout:
Master (main level): King bed with en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate tub
Bedroom 2 (main level): King bed with en suite bathroom with walk-in shower
Bedroom 3 (lower level): King bed with jack and jill bathroom with walk-in shower
Bedroom 4 (lower level): Queen bed with jack and jill bathroom (with bedroom 3)
Bedroom 5 (lower level): Twin over full bunkbed and twin trundle bed with en suite bathroom with walk-in shower

Getting Around:
We highly recommend that our guests rent a 4x4 vehicle during the winter months (October-May). Please be aware that shuttle services must be booked in advance, and rideshare options like Uber or Lyft are unavailable in the area.

Other Things to Note:
Parking: This unit can hold up to 4 vehicles: 2 parked in the garage, 2 in the driveway

Interaction with Guests:
Your Super Host, Ascend Properties, is local and readily available to address any requests you may have during your stay.

Amenities at Ski-In/Ski-Out Updated Big Sky Retreat

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
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    Ratings and reviews

    9.7 / 10.0
    Outstanding(21 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    So wonderful was the property and Big Sky, we all want to return again next year!PROS:1. the location and space of this beautiful home2. the fully stocked kitchen with All-Clad pots and pans and Henckels knives, and double JennAir ovens (important to us as we cooked in 5 of the 7 nights and made breakfast and lunch everyday)3. Enough seating around the kitchen island so the dining room table could be used as a puzzle space4. well stocked with spices and oils and vinegars5. very responsive management company
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great ski house to accommodate two families. Ski out to the skies was easy but ski in was a little bit more challenging because it involved uphill climbs where you had to take off your skis.
    10.0 / 10.0
    The house was beautiful and well equipped with gorgeous views of the mountain. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and the bedrooms very comfortable.My only suggestion would be a set of written instructions in the house on how to ski to the resort and how to ski back.Skiing to the base is accomplished via the residential access trails and the White Otter lift. To ski back to the house requires using the Cascade lift (which opens at 11) and a long, flat trek along Beehive Basin Road. There are maps of the access trails provided at the top of the Cascade lift, which would have been very helpful to have in the house. I hope this helps the next guests.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had a great time! The house was awesome with all the amenities! The only thing we didn't like was the ski-in/ski-out. It was more work than we anticipated, and the Cascade lift that you use to ski in closed before 3 p.m. every day, even though the resort doesn't close until 4 p.m. The drive to the resort wasn't too far away, and they had free parking with a shuttle, so we were able to ski with no issues. Overall, we had a great time!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Was very nice and very clean
    10.0 / 10.0
    The pictures on Vrbo look amazing but it looks even more amazing when step inside the house. The house was perfect in all aspects and had everything we needed for a group of 8 of us. The ski on was awesome and just a short walk to an actual trail that will take you to the base of the mountain, was very cool to ride through the trees with houses around us. We got a lot of snow during our stay so make sure you have all wheel drive cause the driveway is uphill
    10.0 / 10.0
    Wonderful property. Is very much ski out. Ski in is harder and takes time so leave early. But either way worth jr for the view and amazing house
    10.0 / 10.0
    The property is beautiful and in a great location for proximity to Big Sky. It feels very private and the views were stunning! Our group of 7 adults does like to cook and the kitchen was well stocked and easy to cook in. The beds and living room/lounge areas were very comfortable with more than enough space for all of us. The home is advertiser as ski/ski out which is why we chose it but it does have disclaimer on time of the year. The week we were in Big Sky got into the 40s for multiple days with no snow and very little on the ground (base at mountain was 25 inches) so while the ski out was possible (albeit icy), the ski in wasn’t doable because of rocks and not enough snow cover on the trails. However, we found driving to Big Sky and parking in the commuter lot (group of 3 or more), very easy - it’s a 5 min drive. Most of the locals we spoke to said these were highly unusual conditions for end of January and not something the property owners can control! One thing that would make the property even better would be some benches in the garage to put boots and gear on along with a better ski/snowboard rack. It’s a wonderful property and would come back for another Big Sky vacation!

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this house?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ski-In/Ski-Out Updated Big Sky Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this house?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Ski-In/Ski-Out Updated Big Sky Retreat pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Ski-In/Ski-Out Updated Big Sky Retreat?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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