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Luxury Villa Rentals in Montana
Ski chalets, cabins and family houses under the big sky, from Lone Peak and the Madison River to Whitefish and Flathead Lake
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Trout rivers, deep snow and a great deal of sky
Montana calls itself Big Sky Country, and after a day out there the nickname stops sounding like a slogan. It is the fourth largest state in America and one of the least crowded: ranch land, trout rivers and the northern Rockies, with Glacier National Park in the north and Yellowstone on its southern edge.
We have 80+ homes in Montana. They range from cabins and ski chalets around Bozeman and Big Sky to family houses near Ennis on the Madison River, plus chalets in Whitefish and Bigfork up in the Flathead Valley. Many have hot tubs and fireplaces, and the largest sleep up to 32 guests.
Below you will find the two corners of the state where our houses are, what each does best and when to come.
Montana at a glance
- Homes
- 80+ chalets, cabins and houses, with up to 9 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £5,000 to £11,000 a week, from around £3,900
- Best areas
- Big Sky, Bozeman and Ennis in the southwest; Whitefish and Bigfork in the Flathead Valley
- Best time
- December to March for skiing; July to September for the national parks, lakes and rivers
- Airports
- Bozeman Yellowstone and Glacier Park International near Kalispell, reached via a US hub such as Denver or Seattle
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
House Favonio Ennis Madison: Luxury 6-Bedroom House with Hot Tub & Ski Access – Madison County Montana6 bedrooms
Villa Favonio Flathead Bigfork: Ski Chalet Rental with Hot Tub & Games Room – 6 Bedrooms Flathead County Montana6 bedrooms
House Safran Spanish Peaks Gallatin: Luxury 6-Bedroom Ski Chalet with Hot Tub & Fireplace – Gallatin County Montana6 bedrooms
Villa Favonio Lonepine Whitefish: Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Hot Tub & Ski Access – Flathead County Montana5 bedroomsWhere to stay in Montana
Big Sky for big-mountain skiing, Bozeman and Bridger Canyon for a lively town with the slopes close by, Ennis for fly fishing on the Madison, and Whitefish and Bigfork for Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake.
A serious mountain and a lively college town
Big Sky Resort spreads across 5,850 acres on and around Lone Mountain, which makes it one of the largest ski areas in North America. The tram climbs to the summit of Lone Peak at 11,166 feet, around 3,403 metres, where the terrain is steep and well above the treeline. Even in high season the lift queues stay short.
Bozeman, about an hour north through Gallatin Canyon, is home to Montana State University and has good restaurants, a busy Main Street and the Museum of the Rockies, known for its dinosaur fossils. Our houses near Bridger Canyon are a short drive from Bridger Bowl, a community-run ski area that locals love for its ridge skiing.
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The Fifty Mile Riffle
Ennis is a small ranch town on the Madison River, and anglers know the river as the Fifty Mile Riffle. It holds brown and rainbow trout all the way from the dam at Hebgen Lake down past Ennis. Most guided days are float trips in a drift boat on the stretches above the town.
Downstream of Ennis Lake the river drops into Bear Trap Canyon. Experienced rafters tackle its whitewater, and there is a trail along the canyon for walkers. Big Sky is within reach for skiing in winter, and West Yellowstone, the gateway to the park, makes a good day out in summer.
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A ski town at the edge of Glacier
Whitefish is a proper small town with a railway station, bars and restaurants, and Whitefish Mountain Resort is about fifteen minutes away on Big Mountain. It has more than 3,000 acres of terrain, a heavy snowfall and long views towards Glacier National Park. The park's west entrance is around 25 miles east of town.
To the south, Bigfork sits on Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and clear enough to see well down into the water on a calm summer day. In summer people come for boats, kayaks and swimming, and Wild Horse Island lives up to its name.
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Powder, huckleberries and the Sun Road
The ski season runs from December into April. January and February are the coldest months, and the snow is at its driest then. Summer has its own fixed date. The full length of Going-to-the-Sun Road through Glacier usually opens in late June or early July and stays open until the third Monday in October, weather permitting.
Montana eats well in a hearty way: bison and beef from the ranches, trout, Flathead cherries in high summer and wild huckleberries in late summer, which turn up in pies, ice cream and just about everything else. September is quieter and still warm, and the wildlife is busy. Our concierge can arrange guides, park tours and a chef for the house.
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Villa Azur Whitefish Montana: Luxury 6-Bedroom House with Hot Tub & Ski Access – Madison County Montana6 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £15,736 a week
House Safran Beartrap Madison: Ski Chalet Rental with 6 Bedrooms & Hot Tub in Madison County Montana6 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £15,379 a week
Cottage Helm Quake Madison: Spacious 6-Bedroom Ski Chalet Rental with Hot Tub & Fireplace – Madison County Montana6 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £14,448 a week
House Safran Bridger Bozeman: Luxury 5-Bedroom Ski Chalet with Hot Tub & Sauna – Gallatin County Montana5 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £12,747 a week
House Safran Ennis Madison: Luxury 4-Bedroom Ski Chalet with Hot Tub & Fireplace – Madison County Montana4 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £12,271 a week
Cabin Boreas Montana Pines Gallatin: Luxury 4-Bedroom Ski Chalet with Hot Tub & Fireplace – Gallatin County Montana4 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £12,159 a week
House Chrysos Ennis Madison: Luxury 5-Bedroom House with Fireplace – Madison County Montana5 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £12,082 a week
House Helm Gallatin Bridger: Luxury 5-Bedroom Ski Chalet with Hot Tub & Fireplace – Gallatin County Montana5 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £11,921 a weekWhy book your home in Montana with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Montana is enormous, and a Whitefish chalet and a Big Sky ski house are the better part of a day's drive apart, so we help you choose the right corner of the state first. With 80+ properties in Montana, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Fly fishing guides on the Madison, lift passes, guided days in Yellowstone and Glacier, boat hire on Flathead Lake, a private chef, car hire and transfers from Bozeman and Kalispell. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Montana?
Big Sky is the choice for big-mountain skiing, and Bozeman suits those who want a town with restaurants and Bridger Bowl nearby. Ennis is for fly fishing on the Madison. Whitefish and Bigfork put Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake on your doorstep.
When is the best time to visit Montana?
December to March is best for skiing, and the season often runs into April. July to September is best for Glacier, Yellowstone, the lakes and the rivers. September is quieter and still warm.
Can we visit Yellowstone from a house in Montana?
Yes. Big Sky is around 45 miles by road from West Yellowstone, the park's western gateway, so a day trip is easy. Houses near Ennis are also well placed. Our concierge can arrange a guided wildlife day.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Montana?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Montana cost?
Across our 80+ properties in Montana, weekly rates typically range from £5,000 to £11,000, with the most affordable from around £3,900 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Montana from the UK?
There are no direct flights from the UK, so most travellers connect through a US hub such as Denver, Seattle, Salt Lake City or Minneapolis. Fly into Bozeman for Big Sky and Ennis, or into Glacier Park International near Kalispell for Whitefish and Bigfork. Big Sky is about an hour from Bozeman airport by road.
Are there homes in Montana for large groups?
Yes. Our Montana collection includes properties with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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80+ Montana homes from Lone Peak to Flathead Lake, with our concierge arranging guides, passes and transfers