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.

This a slice of heaven. I almost don't want to tell anyone else about this secret. The Lodging is…read morecomfortable and friendly and the staff is so genuine and warm I miss them!!! Seriously, Elizabeth is like a your favorite sister who is so happy that you've finally come home. The food is serious gourmet... As good as some of the best restaurants in Denver, San Francisco, DALLAS, NY and ect. Scott, the executive chef has serious chops and makes excellent use of natural organic and wild game ingredients. But let's not forget the fishing. Actually, the fishing sucks and no one should ever even think about putting a line in the water around here. That's right...these ARE NOT THE DROIDS YOU ARE LOOKING FOR...

I stayed here during my wedding weekend with my bridal party, though the guest ranch is often used…read moreby hunters and vacationers looking for the Montana experience, it also worked so well for our purposes! The rooms were clean and inviting and had multiple living spaces which was great for a large group! The dining area let in beautiful morning light and was spacious (pictured below) making it easy for us all to dine together. Jody was amazing and made the whole experience special; we wanted for nothing. Would highly recommend this place for whatever your purpose is, a great way to experience a beautiful area.

During our two hour ride with Jody and Keith, our running joke was to say things like, "Views too…read moremajestic: one star," or "Guide likes to make jokes: one star." This was a really fantastic experience that I think may become a tradition with my family. Jody, Keith, and all the horses (even Spike, who was kind of a pill) were a real pleasure to interact with during our visit. The ride itself was a delight. Sure, I was sore afterward, but that's to be expected. Consider going to any of Montana's hot springs to recover afterward. If you're visiting in the summer, I do suggest scheduling a ride in the morning, as it's never too hot at 9AM.

Our family rented a condo in Big Sky, MT for 4 days of skiing (January 2025). We were so pleased…read morewith the property. It was very clean, great location, great decor and had everything that we needed. I will definitely use Ascend Properties again for our next trip to Big Sky.

A few months ago we switched the vacation rental management of our 5-bedroom ski-in-ski-out Powder…read moreRidge cabin at Big Sky resort over to Ascend Properties. Their ability to book our unit for this winter has been incredible! We now have nearly 90k in total reservations on the books in less than 8 weeks! Also, the physical property management of the home has been very efficient regarding completion of projects and the communication/execution for maintenance related issues. Ascend Properties recently oversaw the complete updating of our bedrooms, creating a beautiful rustic modern look. I highly recommend Ascend Properties if you are looking for a topnotch vacation rental management company in Big Sky.

Travel snob who highly recommends this facility. Can only speak for the Sunset Dome but it was…read moreperfect. Perfect time of year to go. Mother's Day weekend 2025. There is nothing like a Montana sky!

Our favorite place to reset! Accommodations are top notch. Cleanliness is on point. We have stayed…read morein 4 of the 5 domes and a cabin we have never been disappointed! I recommend you take a flash light. Other then that 20/10 recommend!

Our stay at Ruby Valley Lodge had all that we expected and more! The entire family commented on how…read moreclean, comfortable, and well-stocked the cabin is. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen stocked with everything you could need, and the location couldn't be beat. In a week, we were able to visit much of the Ruby Valley and River, Madison Valley and River, Snake River, Branham Lakes, Tobacco Root Mountains, Yellowstone National Park, Ruby Reservoir, Henry's Lake, and more. We are already talking about making return plans. We highly recommend this cabin for a family reunion, fishing or hunting party, or just to experience the beauty of nature and small town hospitality of Sheridan, Montana.

The finest lodging experience I have encountered. Everything offered exceeded expectations and was…read moredelivered with the highest level of service. The food quality was Michelin Star, the bird hunting a first class experience and the fishing great for the time of year. All this located in a beautiful valley overlooking the Big Hole River, simply heaven on earth!!

Unreal. Had an epic time exploring the property and all the water on the Big Hole River. Can't wait…read moreto get back. Accommodations could not have been better, everything was just perfect! Thank you so much for opening your doors to us.

We stayed in a 2 bedroom cabin with friends because we ride our bikes into Yellowstone. The cabin…read moreis so cute with a big front window which lets in lots of light. A gas fireplace that made it so cozy. They provided s'mores already in the room in little paper bags enough for 6 people! There is a huge gas fire-pit outside to enjoy. Our friends brought their dog and the front desk person gave them a dog bag with treats and such. Very thoughtful. 2 rooms one with king size bed and one with a queen. Pretty comfortable. The cabin is right in town to we walked to dinner. ( Not a lot open in April the place was a ghost town!) I would definitely stay here again.

We had a fabulous family vacation in the cabins over Christmas. Our families rented three of the…read morepet friendly two bedroom cabins. It is terrific location. Within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, etc. Staff did a good job clearing snow from sidewalks and steps. We loved the outdoor fire pit. A few things that could have been better: no forks in kitchen, poor quality toilet paper, and gas fireplaces kept going out.

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

This charming vintage motel is really special. Our cabin was a tidy preserved 1950's style lodge,…read morewith spotless shiny woodwork from ceiling to floor. It's like staying in a fine wooden yacht, but with a vintage western interior. Step back in time, in these beautifully preserved western rooms , decorated in original western Americana furniture and fixtures. Such fun to relive the post war West in this impeccable motel.

BEWARE: Canceled Holiday Booking Raises Serious Questions About Transparency…read more Our group of 16 is now out nearly $14,000 extra because Natural Retreats canceled our confirmed Christmas booking with just two months' notice. While that's bad enough, the real issue for future travelers is the company's troubling lack of transparency. We were told the house was "sold." This isn't something that happens overnight. It leaves you with serious questions: - Did they know the property was on the market when they took our money and confirmed our booking? - Why did they fail to protect our confirmed reservation as a condition of the sale? - When we were left scrambling, why did they refuse to help cover the massive price difference for their other properties, or even make a small exception on a 5-night minimum to help us out? The entire experience felt less like an unfortunate situation and more like a calculated business decision where our family vacation was deemed acceptable collateral damage.My advice to other travelers: Before you book, ask them directly if your property is for sale and what happens if they cancel on you. Because a "confirmed" booking with this company might not mean what you think it does. If you are booking a trip that involves non-refundable flights, I would seriously reconsider.

I am using a Natural Retreats property in Big Sky and cannot believe how beautiful the home, view…read moreand all of the amenities are. Also, the booking process and the people that are helping with all of the details along the way do a fantastic job. I highly recommend using NR while you're here and/or wherever they may have a footprint.

We stayed in Gallatin for 4 nights. We were with two other families. When booking this house I was…read morea bit skeptical that it would not be sufficient for 8 people but we were pleasantly surprised it was good for 10 people. We had one outside bed in lower living room and needed an extra bed for my son. The staff was extremely friendly and helped us with a small foldable foam bed. House was well maintained and we had no complaints. One small suggestion would be if they could put out a garbage disposable outside or behind the house that can be easily identifiable. We initially struggled a bit to spot the garbage disposal box.

We rented the Buffalo Creek cabin (#420) for a week. We were having a family reunion, and there…read morewere 18 of us. The cabin was perfect for us, it has 5 bedrooms downstairs, and 3 upstairs. We had plenty of room for everyone. Of the 8 bedrooms, 6 have king size beds, and two of them have private full baths. There are 3 additional full baths for the others. The cabin itself is pretty new, so everything was clean and in working order. The location is very close to the west entrance to the park, and is convenient to downtown shops and restaurants. The kitchen had plenty of plates, silverware, pots and pans, etc. I was especially impressed with the quality of the pots and pans, very nice for a rental. The cabin also has a full sized washer and dryer, which was very convenient. The WIFI was available, but I have to say it is not very fast. Considering the location, this was not too surprising. There were no problems with billing, or unexpected charges. Overall a great choice for a large party, I highly recommend this location!