We just stayed here. Wonderful place, super friendly staff and the fluffiest towels ever! Charming…read moreand perfect for our fly fishing adventure.

We had a reunion at El Western . It was awesome . The staff were wonderful and very helpful. We…read moreused the conference center . They called a couple of days before and set it up for us the way we wanted . The rooms were great - very clean and cute rustic log cabins and well appointed kitchen .The office staff were so helpful and friendly. Everything was very clean , beautiful grounds . We loved the creek . The Kids can fish there without buying a license . The water wheel was so pretty and the sound of it so nice. There is a little island accessible by a bridge.-So pretty. Many of our family said they would come back to El western in the future. I certainly recommend it. The Madison River is nearby for fishing. Virginia City is a 15 mile drive and Yellowstone Park is an hour away. Lots to do. Caroline O

Expecting a five star experience, we received one. Not only was the lodge in an ideal location, the…read morepeople throughout the organization were fantastic. The food was great and the service across the board was exemplary. And needless to say the fishing experience was topline with super experienced guides David Kern and Isaac Corman. The true test of an experience, however, comes when one sees how management deals with an issue. Our issue was that the air conditioning broke and the first night the room was unbearably hot. They had an AC team come in and although they couldn't fix the unit while we were there, they had a portable unit installed to take care of the immediate issue. And more importantly, Manu, the manager, worked to reach an acceptable arrangement to cover our discomfort. Overall - I would definitely return and recommend for others to come see what they have to offer.

I've never fly fished in my life (TBH, I rarely even FISH). So when I learned our 2022 corporate…read moreleadership trip would be a 3-night fly fishing excursion on Montana's Madison River, I was honestly skeptical. But not did I learn how to cast a fly (and land a Trout!), but my visit to Madison Valley Ranch ended up being one of the best trips I've ever taken. From the moment you walk in the door, the ranch rolls out the red carpet. After being welcomed with a cold draft beer and tour of the property, we settled into our very comfortable guest rooms to unwind before dinner. Whether you plan to fly fish or not, the entire ranch is designed to make you feel at ease, and at home -- from the incredible back porch views to the outrageously good dishes served up at every meal. Manu and her team take customer service to a new level, from equipping you for an incredible day on the river to selecting the perfect bottle of Cabernet to pair with your dinner. No detail is too small for them, and no request goes unmet. The accommodations are as comfortable as any 4-star hotel, the meals as delicious as any gourmet restaurant, and the views as beautiful as a slice of heaven. And with ample meeting space for corporate groups, its the perfect setting for a team-building escape. I simply can't say enough about Madison Valley Ranch -- whether you're an experienced fisherman or just learning to cast a fly, it's hard to imagine a better place in America to put your rod into the river.

Beautiful, upscale, luxurious hotel with restaurants and bars and stunning views. A bit out of the…read moreway, and extremely pricey, but worth it to stop in for a drink or a bite and check out the views and facilities. Breakfast at the wildflower restaurant is included if you are a guest, otherwise, it is $75 per person, including nonalcoholic beverages. Loved the views from every area of the resort though. Would definitely come back for apres ski.

Magnificent stay at the beautiful One & Only in Big Sky. The property is absolutely breathtaking,…read morethe staff is incredibly friendly, the pool and the spa wow. The gondola that takes you right to the Madison chairlift is everything. Looking forward to my next stay. This place is truly special.

Where do I begin? I'll start by saying I am back home in NY yet I am homesick to go back to Covered…read moreWagon Ranch - what an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience. There is simply nothing like it around. I was a solo traveler (33F) from NY never having been to MT or out west - reading reviews online I liked that the ranch didn't seem to be like a "mill" and looked like more of an individualized experience & boy was everyone right. I was immediately put at ease before I even booked when I called the ranch and Melissa spoke with me right away answering all of my questions - she is extremely knowledgeable, responsive & informative. Upon booking she sent a bunch of information for packing/activities/etc. - there were absolutely no surprises and I felt very prepared for the trip & of what to expect - if you miss something it's because you didn't read it carefully & that's on you! My cabin immediately felt like home - it was cozy, clean, and beautifully decorated. There is so much charm to the ranch. Every meal was better than the next. Melissa, Kurt, & the wranglers are the real deal - they know the country better than the back of their hand & I was so impressed by them all. Having never experienced this kind of country I quickly went from being apprehensive to eager to go out every day and explore simply because of how at ease the wranglers made me feel. Kurt & Melissa have a real talent for reading horses & people and paired everyone PERFECTLY with their horses for the week as well as the group I rode with. I have never seen better cared for/happier horses in all my years of riding - I don't even want to say my horse's name here (& I won't) because I selfishly want her for the next time I go but she was really just such a great horse. There are not enough words or space in this review to say how much I loved this ranch and how much I appreciated the kindness and warmth Melissa, Kurt, their 2 boys, the guests, animals, and the entire staff of the CWR showed me. This place will forever hold a special place in my heart & I look forward to coming back as many times as I can!!

I'm not even sure how to put words to how amazing this ranch is. From the moment you arrive, you…read moreare welcomed and treated like family. Our cabin was immaculately clean, the food was delicious, the wranglers are professional and amazing. We stayed for 4 nights and felt like we were leaving family. If you have a bucket list, this place should be on it.

Wow. This was the most pampering I have ever received at a ski club, particularly just as a guest…read moreand not a resident/member. My friends and I were staying at one of the Spanish Peaks cabins which provided full access to the Club. We were able to get delicious breakfast every morning before hitting the slopes, and were also excited to go back at the end of the day and grab some much needed drinks. Staff will help you remove your boots and will even heat your ski boots overnight! The locker rooms are also really nicely furnished. We learned while we were there that everything is only a few months old right now so we were really there in the ultimate peak condition. One of the other really cool things is that the Spanish Peaks resort is open only to guests. It has trails that connect you right into Big Sky so you can ski both resorts, but if you're staying at Spanish Peaks, the slopes there are included with your stay. Trails were wide open, freshly groomed, and it felt like we had our own private place to ski/snowboard. On Friday night there was a live band playing the bar area which was really nice. Also, I need to mention that our bartender Patrick (Murph!) was just phenomenal. He was friendly and attentive and clearly a great guy. He knows a lot about the area and gave us some good food suggestions. He also makes a mean Montana Mule. The Club was pure luxury and I would highly recommend visiting.

We just flew back home from this absolutely magical place after spending five days celebrating my…read morebirthday weekend. I can not say enough about this place, the staff, the skiing, the detail to every little thing, the food... Everything was absolutely outstanding. I can't wait to go back and visit again. This place makes this city girl want to be a country girl so I can enjoy the snow in the winter, skiing, snow mobile rides, and more. I wish I was still there. You must visit!

Our family of 5 (three kids, girls aged 9 and 7, and 5 yr old boy) just returned a few days ago…read morefrom a week in Yellowstone National Park followed by a week at Nine Quarter Circle Ranch. There are a lot of trips that are fun but don't quite live up to the highest expectations, but our time with the Kelsey family at NQCR was a rare thing in that it far exceeded our wildest expectations. By the end of the very first evening we had already been welcomed as warmly as though we were family, and our kids each had found a friend among the other kids on the ranch. By the second day the kids were all asking if we could please schedule again for next summer. Even though I had chosen NQCR for its famous kid wrangler program, we had no way of knowing just how much fun they would all have. Their days were filled with horseback riding, various crafts, playing on the playground and just exploring the gorgeous ranch with their new-found friends. The only problem we had all week was when we had to convince them it was time to wash and go to bed since the sky was light until almost 10 every evening. This left my wife and me free to take advantage of the twice daily rides (where we both significantly increased our horsemanship skills), the fly fishing and a few hikes to take in the amazing views. We really never rode the same trails twice, and I feel if we had stayed a second week we still wouldn't have seen all the stunning scenery surrounding the ranch. The menu was varied and we looked forward each day to the fresh and tasty food their chef cooked up. In fact, as beautiful as the ranch was, as awesome as the horses were and as comfortable as our cabin was, the real treasure here are the Kelseys and their staff. From the wranglers to the kitchen and serving staff, we enjoyed being with everyone there. It was great to see so many employees working with obvious joy and we will miss all of them almost more than everything else from our stay.

Wonderful family vacation. Lots of riding. Beautiful scenery. Great food. Family run ranch.read more

I thoroughly researched glamping experiences all over the Rockies, and decided to give The…read moreYellowstone Collective Retreat in Big Sky Montana a try because they seemed a better value, very nice, and more authentic than the others I saw, and the photos were inspiring. WE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE PLEASED. Here's what we loved. (1.) We felt like we were really out in the wilderness, instead of a corporate thing disguised as glamping. (2.) The setting was jaw-droppingly beautiful. (3.) Our tent was comfortably and exquisitely outfitted. (4.) We had wonderful privacy and yet the staff was very available, pleasant and accommodating, and (5) The food was really delicious - not too fussy, just really good. The only thing I would suggest is that you request a graphic map with visual markers, mileage, etc., as we felt a little lost the entire time we were trying to get to the site. The staff was very nice in helping us via phone, but we would have arrived more relaxed if we'd been more confident in the route. We will definitely use The Yellowstone Collective Retreat again. SueAnn

We went to Collective Yellowstone for our 10-year wedding anniversary. It is a very unique…read moreproperty, and was a very unique experience. Our tent was amazing - very well designed, a comfortable bed, and a beautiful short walk to get to it. Also the food here was great. There's a chef that cooks breakfast (included), and a four-course meal for dinner (extra). Both were excellent. Also as first-time visitors to Big Sky, MT, the staff was extremely helpful in getting us to the best restaurants and nature activities. Everyone working there was extremely nice. However, they seemed understaffed, which obviously isn't the workers fault - they were trying very hard to keep up with interacting with us and the other guests. For such a high-end place otherwise, with a high-end price, I think Collective Retreats should hire more workers.

This is more of a dining room in a community cabin than a resort, but it's a fun place to grab a…read moremeal before heading out to the Madison River for a day of fun. The vibe here is definitely small town-it's run by the same folks who have been there for many years. I ordered the biscuits and gravy breakfast special and was truly disappointed. The flavor was bland and the gravy was watery-not worth the $20 price tag. My dining partner had an omelet that looked like it had every ingredient in the kitchen thrown together. It was huge! He seemed to be pleased with it. The ambience was cozy-especially when we had a morning snow in late June-all the patrons kept walking to the window to take videos (including me!) I appreciate their hospitality, but I'll be ordered something different next time.

Couldn't be more happy with our time spent here! The food is absolutely amazing, we reserved the…read morecinnamon rolls because they sell out so fast...it was worth every penny! The best breakfast we have ever had by far! Shout out to Chuck and Katie. The folks that own the lodge are very helpful and kind! I would highly recommend this place if you wanna stay local to the grounds, it was so peaceful and everyone is so nice!