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Bozeman, MT is a magical place in the winter. There are so many fun activities to enjoy with loved-ones. We’ve put together a list of our top 5 favorite winter activities that we love to do in Bozeman!
1. Skiing/Snowboarding: This one is a no-brainer. There are two fantastic ski areas in immediate proximity to Bozeman and the greater Gallatin Valley. Bridger Bowl is a local favorite for ski days and has 2,000 acres of terrain, 8 chair lifts, 2,500 vertical feet, 3 lodges. Big Sky Resort is 45 minutes – 1 hour from Bozeman and is definitely worth the drive. With 5,850 acres of terrain to explore, Big Sky Resort is known as “The Biggest Skiing in America”.
2. Hot Springs: Escape the cold and take a dip in the natural hot springs that surround Bozeman. Bozeman Hot Springs has 12 different pools to enjoy just 15 minutes outside of the city. This is the perfect place to relax and warm-up after a fun-filled day of skiing.
3. Cross-Country Skiing/Nordic Skiing: The Bozeman community is recognized as a top cross-country ski destination! There are 3 main Nordic ski areas:
- Crosscut Mountain Sports Center near Bozeman.
- Lone Mountain Ranch near Big Sky. Named Cross Country Skier magazine’s #1 Nordic ski destination in North America with 85 km of trails through wooded trails and mountainous terrain.
- Rendezvous Ski Trails near West Yellowstone.
5. Stroll Downtown: Downtown Bozeman has the most beautiful holiday decorations. It’s a dream to stroll downtown with a coffee or hot cocoa in hand and admire the beautiful Christmas lights. Stop in any of the boutiques and local shops to warm up and support a local business!
6. Ice Skating: Take the kids or go on a fun date-night with your partner to the ice skating rink! There are 3 public ice skating rinks in Bozeman. Southside Park, Beall Park and Anderson Pavillion at Bogert Park are open starting around Christmastime.
Check out our Bozeman and Gallatin Gateway vacation rentals and start planning your winter vacation!
🎿 Top 5 Big Sky Ski-In/Ski-Out Vacation Rentals 🏂
The ultimate in convenience – a ski-in/ski-out vacation rental! Stay Montana offers Big Sky condos, cabins and private vacation rental homes. Vacation rental amenities can include cozy fireplaces, private hot tubs, stunning views, and more!
Big Sky Resort the premier ski resort in the area and it is known as the “Biggest Skiing in North America” with over 5,850 skiable acres! Get your lift tickets ahead of time and save yourself the hassle when you get there! Plus, buying in advance ensures the best rate possible.
Shoshone complex – Located right at the base of Big Sky Resort Mountain Village! The Shoshone units are located inside a hotel-condo complex that offers many cushy amenities – a seasonal heated outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, Health Club, Steam Room, Sauna, Ski Valet and free shuttle to the Meadow Village and Town Center. Properties have 1 to 2 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms, accommodating 6 to 8 guests. Many feature cozy fireplaces and gorgeous views of Big Sky Mountain Resort.
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Make sure and check out our top 5 Big Sky ski-in/ski-out vacation rentals below! These vacation rentals are all part of our Sapphire Collection – the ultimate in luxury. These hand-picked properties offer countless amenities, a welcoming bottle of wine and coffee, luxurious robes for your stay, a personalized welcome note, and an in-person property orientation at check-in. You’ll also be greeted by Ella Cookies, our beloved family recipe plus a Stay Montana Family Cookbook for you to keep!
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Our Stay Montana leadership team had the awesome opportunity to have a team building leadership retreat and attend the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) conference in Vegas this year. They were able to bond as a team as well as learn from top industry professionals in the vacation rental world.
The team had their leadership retreat from Friday-Monday and they had a blast! They were able to have meetings poolside (dreamy), some amazing team bonding dinners at fantastic restaurants and even got to attend an America’s Got Talent show!
The Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) conference that followed the leadership retreat was a success! Being in Vegas live with other professionals who are so passionate about the vacation rental industry was a highlight of the trip. Our team was able to meet folks we’ve only previously spoken to over phone/email in-person and that time was so valuable for building relationships & learning from other professionals.
2022 Great Northwest Oktoberfest was a success!
Stay Montana attended and sponsored 2022’s Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish, MT for 2 weekends! We met so many nice folks and had so much fun getting to know locals and out-of-towners who made the trip to attend the fest! The food was delicious, the authentic German drinks were flowing, the music was catchy, and the weather was beautiful (for the most part)!
Huge thanks to our Bozeman team for making the trip to help out on the first weekend! We couldn’t have done it without you!
We can’t wait to see you all next year!
Stay Montana is excited to announce that we’re finalists in the 2022 Gallatin’s Greatest in the following categories:
⭐️Best Employee Recognition Program
⭐️Most Innovative Workplace
⭐️Best New Business
We are especially excited to be recognized in these categories as we pride ourselves on team building and having a company culture that empowers our employees. Additionally, we are always looking for new technology and software to innovate our day-to-day processes for our valued team, guests and owners.
Thank you to the Bozeman and surrounding communities for your support and for voting for Stay Montana! We appreciate you! We are proud and thankful for this recognition.
Who is Stay Montana?
We are a local, family & employee-owned boutique vacation rental company specializing in making Montana memories. We strive to provide the best customer service possible and continually exceed guest & owner expectations. We even provide our family recipe, Ella Cookies, at check-in. Our guests & owners love them!
Come visit! We’d love to welcome you to Montana! Check out our Bozeman Vacation Rentals.
Looking for a property management company in the Bozeman area? We’d love to partner with you! Please visit our Property Management page to learn more and contact us!
In 2021, 3 cross-country ski areas in the Bozeman area were in the running for the “best cross-country ski resort” category of USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards competition!
Although they didn’t win, the Bozeman community is thrilled to be recognized as a cross-country ski destination!
- Crosscut Mountain Sports Center near Bozeman. Especially exciting since this is the first time Crosscut has been nominated and it’s only 4 years old.
- Lone Mountain Ranch near Big Sky. Named Cross Country Skier magazine’s #1 Nordic ski destination in North America with 85 km of trails through wooded trails and mountainous terrain.
- Rendezvous Ski Trails near West Yellowstone. Nominated for many years with pet-friendly trails, trails in Yellowstone National Park, trails along the Madison River, wide skating trails and diagonal paths.
The Bozeman area offers countless outdoor activities whether you’re visiting in winter or summer. From boating, fishing, biking, hiking and more in summer to skiing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and more in winter. View the Bozeman Area Guide or the Big Sky Area Guide for more info about things to do.
Read more about Bozeman recognized as a Cross Country Ski Destination>>
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We’re getting stoked for winter in Montana! Ski season, holidays, snowman building, cozy fires, hot tubs, cocoa, time with our loved ones, and more! ☃️ ❄️
Here are some of our local team’s favorite winter events:
- Big Sky Resort’s Opening Day November 24th
- Whitefish Mountain Resort’s Opening Day December 8th
- The Bigfork Holiday Parade of Lights & Santa’s Arrival December 3rd
- Christmas Strolls – Bozeman December 3rd & Whitefish December 9th
- This just in! Stay Montana will be handing out Ella Cookies at the Whitefish Christmas Stroll on December 9th at 5pm. We will also have a booth with some fun surprises up our sleeve so swing by and say hi!
- Torchlight Parades + Fireworks on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve at Whitefish Mountain & Big Sky Resort
- Whitefish Winter Carnival – February 3-5th, 2023
- Plus, don’t miss us at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish for 2 great weekends! September 22-24th and September 29-October 1st! Enjoy delicious German food, drinks, music and dancing, crazy contests, food trucks, artists, crafters and so much more! Stay Montana is proud to be one of this year’s premier sponsors of Oktoberfest in Whitefish! All of our Stay Montana guests that are attending Oktoberfest will be offered free entrance tickets!
Looking for something else? Montana has year round activities for everyone! And don’t forget to book your perfect vacation rental now for the best rates & availability.
We asked Amber some fun questions to get to know her better:
- What do you think is the most important thing in a home for a guest? For me, it’s the beds! I love a soft bed with lots of pillows! A fully stocked kitchen is my second most important, I always want a home-cooked meal while on vacation!
- If you could cook dinner for a celebrity in one of our vacation homes, who would it be and where?I would cook for George Strait. Not only is he my absolute favorite country artist, but he also seems so genuine! I would make him dinner at the Trail Creek Luxury Mountain Retreat, just outside of Bozeman!
- When you make a bed, hospital corners or no hospital corners? When I make my own bed, no hospital corners.
- What’s your preference, vacation rental, hotel, RV, or tent? When traveling a nice vacation rental is my go-to! Especially one with a private hot tub! However, when it comes to Montana Summertime – tent and/or camper camping is the best!
- What is your favorite season? This is a hard choice! Summer is my favorite because I love the water, camping, paddleboarding or floating the Madison River.
- Favorite sports team? Football is the Cowboys and Baseball would be the Red Sox!
- Favorite book or movie character of all time? My favorite character would be Mickey and Minnie – or any classic Disney character! Winne the Pooh is also a top contender!
- Are you loyal to any brand? If yes why? Samsung! Most of the technology I use is Samsung even down to some of the appliances in my home!
Learn more about Amber and the rest of the Stay Montana team!
We ❤️ these photos of Amber living the Montana lifestyle!
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🦃 The Perfect Properties for Cooking & Entertaining 🥂
We put together a list of properties with the best kitchens to help you find your perfect space for cooking and spending quality time with your loved ones during your Montana vacation! From drool-worthy fully equipped kitchens, gorgeous views, cozy fireplaces, room for entertaining, and abundant outdoor activities – all you need to bring is your family or friends. Find your perfect retreat now for the best availability and rates!
Did you know we have a Stay Montana Family Cookbook? Plus, we’re excited to announce that we have a new meal delivery option in Big Sky & Bozeman: Stay Montana Gatherings! Make your holidays stress-free with your Thanksgiving dinner delivered to your door!
Want the ultimate in luxury? Meet our Sapphire Properties! And don’t miss our Whitefish Properties!
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Want help planning your perfect holiday escape or finding a property with the kitchen of your dreams? Contact us! Our friendly team would love to help!
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Post Your Montana Vacation Experience to TikTok for the Chance to Win $200 OFF Your Next Stay!
Calling all Stay Montana Guests! Did you have an AWESOME trip to Montana? That’s fantastic! We’d love to see your experience in a TikTok! Make sure to tag Stay Montana for a chance to win $200 off your next Montana vacation rental. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Montana!
Rules:
- Follow @staymontana on TikTok
- Post a video of your Montana vacay
- Tag @staymontana
Check out Stay Montana on TikTok here.
The winner will be announced on September 1, 2022 and will receive $200 off their next Stay Montana vacation rental!
Here’s a recap:
As a family-owned and operated company, we know how valuable your vacation time is and we strive to give our guests the best possible experience. Our local team goes above and beyond in providing local recommendations, concierge services, and anything you need to make your Montana stay exceptional. We love hearing our guests’ stories about how much they enjoyed their Montana vacations!
Want to plan an epic Montana vacation? We have a variety of rentals across Montana and we’re sure you’ll find your perfect home away from home! Please reach out directly if you have any questions or if we can help you plan a trip!
Check out our local team enjoying this glorious place we get to call home – MONTANA!
