Elbow Creek Retreat
Vacation Homes Listing ID #25536
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Description of the Property
Staying at Elbow Creek Retreat is a vacation opportunity that should not be missed by anyone! The owners of the family ranch and cattle operation are offering one of their homes on the 2000+ A. "spread" to vacation guests to rent. In the past, this home was maintained as a family-only retreat; but this year, the home is available for you to rent. You can experience a once-in-a-life time, insider's view of true ranch living.
In addition to being able to capture an "authentic western feel" during your stay, the homesite offers the most spectacular views of Big Sky Country that can be seen anywhere. The Paradise Valley is famous for its' unmatched beauty and it has been a favorite of professional lphotographers for years. If you want to sight or photograph abundant wildlife, stay at this vacation home. You may see elk herds, deer, antelope, golden and bald eagles, osprey and maybe an occasional black bear, wolf or coyote.
What a perfect location!! The home is approximately 15 minutes south of the quaint and historic town of Livingston, 30 minutes to the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park. You are 30 minute walk or 3 minute drive to the Paradise fishing access on the Yellowstone River and 5 minutes to the renowed Chico Hot Springs.
Airport: BZN Bozeman
Distance: 35 minutes
On-Site Amenities
Fun! In addition to the usual amenities offered in Montana vacation homes, Elbow Creek Retreat was planned to offer fun and recreation for everyone who visits.
--A beautiful flat yard was sodded and is maintained off of the back patio. This outdoor play space beckons guests to start a family game of bad mitten, frisbee or horse shoes. You name it! --A regulation-sized pool table can be found inside the home in...what else?...the pool room. --A hot tub has been placed in the open yard to provide guests awesome starscapes, meteor showers and sunsets/sunrises. You can soak anytime you choose, because Elbow Creek Retreat has no neighbors for miles and thus, offers you and your family complete privacy. --A game room opens through french doors off of the pool room. For true 'fun seekers' this room offers a variety of adventures. An antique wooden chess board, Movies on DVD, western cowboy novels, hiking trails and topographical maps of the area and finally, a special section of the library contains many books written by local authors. If you are a fan of PC fun. The owners have set up a special desk with wireless internet access for those guests who bring laptops to catch up on emails or to play computer video games.
- Fireplace
- Patio/Deck
- Hot Tub/Sauna
- TV/VCR
- Washer/Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- CD/Radio
- Barbeque
- Linens
- Parking
- Microwave
- Store Nearby
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Heating
- Games/Toys
- Toaster
- Blender
- Ceiling Fan
- Iron
Activities and Attractions
Deb, the owner of My Montana Vacation Rentals, Inc., is the manager of the rental property. She can introduce you to local events and activities. She can even help you identify attractions and local special festivals that you may want to fit into your busy schedule.
Let her help you arrange the best guides you will need to enjoy the best blue ribbon trout fishing, elk hunting or river rafting. Guests, of course, will enjoy the thousands of miles of hiking and biking trails that are located in this area.
The quiet town of Livingston is only a few minutes away. You may want day shopping in the many unique shops, art galleries, or specialty stores. Or you may want a recommendation on the best Montana steak in the valley.
Deb can recommend the best guides to hire for day trips into Yellowstone National Park. US Forest Rangers, local geologists and wildlife biologists are able to take their clients to "little-visited' areas of the Park and can sight wildlife that is often missed by untrained eyes.
- Skiing
- Beach
- Golf
- Boating
- Skiing (Downhill)
- Bicycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Skiing (cross-country)
- Snowmobiling
- Restaurant Nearby
- Ice Skating
Rental Policies
Reservation Policy ---1st Payment: 50% of rental amount is requested as the rental deposit. Payment must be received to confirm the dates requested for the stay. ---2nd Payment: Tax plus the remaining 50% of the rental amount is due upon arrival.
The Security Deposit is $500 and is intended to cover damages and missing or lost items from the home. The security deposit will be held by bank card account until 3 days after the departure. The renter's credit card information (that was held on file during the rental stay ) will be destoyed after 3 days and the renter will not be held responsible for any damage or losses that are not claimed within this time period.
Cancellation Policy: A full refund less 10% will be offered if the cancellation is made 30 days before the scheduled arrival date. If cancelled within the 30 days, best efforts will be made to fill the space, but a refund of the first one-half rental deposit will be only if the home can be re-rented.
Entry to the Strawberry Ridge Ranch
View of the Absaroka Mountain Range from the patio
Living Room opens to Kitchen
Fireplace in the Pool Room.
A Fly Fishing Theme is used in one Bed room
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