If you are traveling to experience the beauty and majesty of Montana while you explore Yellowstone and Paradise Valley, look no further than this quiet, clean and beautiful place. Sleeping for 4, stunning views of the mountains in 360 degrees, and the peaceful tranquility of being away from it all. There is not a full kitchen , but we have a gas grill outside, microwave, tea kettle, mini fridge, purified water, coffee pot, and an outdoor fire pit with wood-pile are provided.
The space
Blackhawk's Nest is an affordable lodging option for those adventurous travelers looking for a simple, peaceful place to stay in the heart of Paradise Valley while experiencing Montana & Yellowstone National Park.
Our studio type unit can sleep up to 5 people, ideal for 3-4 adults or a 5 person family with children. This is an open floor-plan European tiny house accommodation. It is off the beaten-path with nothing but big starry Montana skies.
This clean, cozy, and quiet cabin is ideal for those who want to enjoy the serene and unparalleled beauty of Montana, from an affordable base-camp - exploring, eating their way through the local restaurants and ending their day by soaking up the memories of their day with a bonfire, under the milky way stars.
The NEST ACCOMMODATIONS:
Newly remodeled tiny house on the owner's property (where he currently lives) streamlined and efficiently designed features throughout. The center-piece to this darling cabin is the bunk bed (full size on bottom, twin on top). There's an additional sleeping loft with 2 more twin beds. We ask that children not access or sleep in the loft! A nice clean full bathroom with a shower and fresh clean towels and linens for all beds. There is not a full kitchen, but you will enjoy a table and chairs for morning coffee, microwave, basic utensils & dish-ware, a purified water hot & cold dispenser for those backpacker basics & light meals. Magnificent views abound in 360 degrees on the private deck, with gas grill, fire pit area with 4 Adirondack chairs, and yard games.
The Cabin can accommodate up to 5 people with all linens, towels, basic amenities and kitchen basics provided. Pet considered with approval and $50 fee.
LOCATION:
Smack-dab in the middle of stunning Paradise Valley (half way between Livingston and the north gates of Yellowstone National Park)- you will experience beauty in all directions; from the expansive valley and rising mountains of the Absaroka Beartooth Mountains to the East, the Gallatin Mountains to the West and South, and you can even see the Crazy Mountains to the North. For a true Montana experience, you won't find better views than this special spot. The home sits on 20 acres with private undeveloped land. Wildlife is common here - mainly deer, pronghorn and elk. Beautiful night skies with abundant stars are guaranteed!
41 Miles to Gardiner (39 miles on paved road), 41 miles to the Bozeman Airport, and 17 miles (27 minutes) the heart of historic downtown Livingston.
DISCLAIMER: The gravel road into the property is only 3.2 miles from the turn off on Highway 89, but do be prepared to slow it down on some dusty & bumpy gravel "back roads driving" roads, as you'd anticipate in Montana, the last best place!
There is a keybox on the side of the cabin for self check-in and check-out.
Garbage service is not available at this location, there are several places nearby to dispose of your bagged garbage, a map will be provided.
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Great little place
The location was perfect for our trip to Yellowstone. The place was cute and the scenery calming and beautiful! Our family of 4 had just enough space for what we needed. The gravel road to access this place was rough and long but I believe it was mentioned in the n the description. I expected this, so no problem.
This place met my expectations and was clean.- Anonymous from Calgary, Posted: 5/24/2024We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. Please come back and visit us again anytime.- Key Montana staff, Posted:
Wonderful retreat!
Wonderful and thoughtful home. Easy check in and breathtaking property. Thanks so much for sharing Paradise valley with us! We loved every minute of it.- Anonymous from los angeles, Posted: 5/12/2024We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us. Please come back and visit us again anytime!- Key Montana staff, Posted:
Great host and wonderful stay!- Anonymous , Posted: 10/12/2023
5 out of 5 stars all around! Cozy stay with lots of amenities and a communicative host. I recommend!- Anonymous , Posted: 10/3/2023
Stunning views from the cabin. Cozy little place. We met the owner one evening he was very friendly and nice! Quick drive to Livingston town and easy access to Yellow Stone. Wonderful people in this town so friendly and helpful! Quick access to some of the most beautiful trails here! We loved our stay!- Anonymous , Posted: 9/27/2023
Place was great, the pile of fire wood was super convenient. The dirt road other reviews talk about is comical, it's a nice dirt road with maybe a few potholes you can easily navigate around, any 2 wheel drive car can handle it car no problem- Anonymous , Posted: 9/19/2023
Beautiful scenery with a hotel like experience! We loved our stay. Felt like we were in our own private mountain home.- Anonymous , Posted: 9/12/2023
Clean, comfortable and easy to access, couldn't ask for much more.- Anonymous , Posted: 9/11/2023
Perfect home, perfect magical setting.- Anonymous , Posted: 9/4/2023
Nice place perfect for going into Yellowstone.- Anonymous , Posted: 8/20/2023
Wonderful place to stay. Not too far from Gardiner, the north entrance to Yellowstone. Beautiful big sky of Montana all around you!: the 3 mile road to the house is VERY rough and bumpy. It didn't keep us from coming and going each day though. Also, if you are a coffee drinker, then bring your own coffee as the place has a pour over coffee set up but no coffee grounds. Everything else was provided including a water cooler with 5 gallon bottles of water. If we came back to the area, we would try to stay here again! - Anonymous , Posted: 8/11/2023
We weren't there much but enjoyed our time. Wish we- Anonymous , Posted: 7/30/2023
I loved this tiny home and was sad to leave! We arrived late on our first night, so didn't get to see the beautiful view until the morning and it was spectacular! All the directions were easy and there was a binder full of local recommendations in the home - we used several. The home itself was just as described and plenty of room for the 5 of us. My two youngest children (13, 15) stayed in the loft and my 18 y.o. son slept on the top bunk above my husband and I. We didn't try to eat inside, but did take a chair out around the fire pit. We made smores the second night and it was perfect. There were roasting sticks and firestarters in the home and we got all of the ingredients at the local store. We could see allll the stars and didn't want to go to bed. And we took some family photos in the morning before check out - the location was perfect. This is our first tiny home rental and I'm so glad we had the experience.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/26/2023
Our family of four stayed two nights to end our Yellowstone trip. This place was breathtaking. Comfortably fit myself, husband, our 18 and 15 year old kids. Nice big bathroom. Owner that lives on the property was so nice and respectful. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/21/2023
We loved our week stay. It was the cleanest airbnb I've ever stayed in. & was way more beautiful than the photos!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/20/2023
This house is more of a resort than just a rental. There are plenty of amenities and we enjoyed them all. Just looking out at the river and the mountains every day is heavenly. There was always a deer sighting. The location is ideal-between Livingston and the north entrance to Yellowstone. And it's close to many put ins for fishing. The house was pristine and the lawn was green and lush. Perfection. We hope to return.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/7/2023
Beautiful house and surroundings. Very peaceful and right on the river- Anonymous , Posted: 6/24/2023
The views at this place is STUNNING. Honestly, the host's photos don't even do it justice. The inside of the house was filled with personal touches: there was a hand-written note and personalized bath robes waiting for us upon arrival, which told me this host goes the extra mile! But I mostly appreciated the 5 gallon water dispenser inside the unit. The house is pretty much in the middle of nowhere; it would have been a huge inconvenience to make a trip into town for filtered water and haul it back, so this was GREATLY appreciated. Also included with our stay by the host was was delicious local ground coffee! We greatly appreciated not having to pack or make a trip for this, as well. The house had everything we needed, and then some. As stated in the description, the gravel road into the property is bumpy and feels very long. This is true, and the only true downside of the property. We rented a sedan, but if I was to go back I'd rent a pickup truck. Overall SO pleased with it!- Anonymous , Posted: 6/11/2023
Such a cute place! Everything was spotless when we arrived. The bed was very comfy, and I loved the ugg bedding. The bathroom was large. The location was about 10 minutes from the cute town of Livingston. The sunset and sunrise were both picture perfect with the mountains.- Anonymous , Posted: 6/7/2023
We had a wonderful stay. Great location, clean space, communicative host. Would definitely recommend & stay here again.- Anonymous , Posted: 5/29/2023
Pristine new home as advertised, very well appointed. Nice and quiet and away from the craziness.- Anonymous , Posted: 5/15/2023
When you find a place for a family getaway and the place feels like your are in your own home it's a home run. Extremely comfortable.- Anonymous , Posted: 12/30/2022
Great location in Livingston.- Anonymous , Posted: 10/30/2022
Charming. Place was well appointed and very clean. Located on a quiet street and excellent for walking to local shops and places to eat. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. The kitchen is spacious and perfect if you want to stay in and cook. You can hear the trains from the space so keep that in mind. However wasn't too much of a factor for us because it's part of Livingston's charm but if you are a light sleeper you may want to keep that in mind and maybe play some sleep music. Once we feel asleep we rarely we awaken by the trains. The host were very responsive and willing to help with any questions or concerns. We would definitely stay here again on our next visit to Livingston- Anonymous , Posted: 9/20/2022
Very nice space and an ideal location. A short walk to many galleries and restaurants. A short drive out of town to hiking trails. Perfect. The condo itself is very nice and clean. Response from the host was almost immediate when we had a few questions. Would recommend.- Anonymous , Posted: 9/17/2022
What a lovely condo. The perfect blend of comfort and western charm. Close enough to walk to all the shops and restaurants and just far enough away to relax in the courtyard and enjoy a peaceful evening. Completely stocked with everything you need to cook, relax and just hang out. Wish I could find somewhere like this everywhere I travel to. We will definitely be back.- Anonymous , Posted: 8/28/2022
Amazing house with an amazing view. Very private and isolated. We loved our stay!- Anonymous , Posted: 8/14/2022
Everything was spot on. The pond was loaded with trout although hard to catch. Antelope even made there way into the pond for a drink. I would recommend this place to anybody.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/31/2022
House was beautiful in the most gorgeous setting. Very clean. Very easy to communicate with host, and answers were quick to any questions that arose. Highly recommend!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/30/2022
We stayed here for 3 nights with 2 couples. The location is absolutely beautiful and so is the airbnb. It has everything you would need, on the inside everything is pretty simple but efficient. I recommend this airbnb, and would stay again.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/27/2022
Amazing home with even better views. This home had everything we needed for a group of 8 and plenty of space. Great location being just outside of Livingston. Close to Bozeman, paradise valley and Yellowstone. Highly recommend staying here.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/25/2022
The house is great - completely new in every aspect with fantastic views. You are set away from everyone and everything. There are some minor kinks to work out from a new property, but the team was incredibly responsive and immediately fixed any issue that arose. Would certainly stay here again!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/20/2022
We loved our stay here so much! Beautiful spot and had everything you could need.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/19/2022
An amazing place to stay, very clean. Host was prompt in answering any questions. You cannot get a better view!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/18/2022
We loved this comfortable and conveniently located cottage. Very well equipped. The beds were comfy'the bathrooms had big nice towels' and they have lovely soft bathrobes! Great TV too and porch! The management was excellent and always offering a prompt reply. The convenient Albertsons was a bonus! The Los Pinos restaurant nearby was great if you love authentic Mexican' very affordable!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/18/2022
Jackalope, wonderful accommodations for the 12 of us, ages 4-75 years of age on our 10 day vacation. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets high on a hill with beautiful views of Livingston. Very peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant. Town of Livingston is very quaint and charming. Would visit again.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/18/2022
Wonderful place. Had everything we needed. Highly recommend staying here!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/17/2022
I highly recommend Stone Cottage to travelers near and far. The location was beautiful and the scenery offered a peaceful getaway for my family and me. The customer service was fantastic. They were quick to respond and provided help as needed. I hope to revisit the home again someday soon!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/17/2022
Our family of four was very comfortable, and the views are incredible. We had a great time!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/16/2022
I hesitate to say how great of a home this was so that we can keep it for ourselves! Fantastic communication.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/15/2022
What a fabulous home with chic design and oodles of comfort. I love the whole presentation! It feels like a designers home and has a really warm vibe and lots of sunshine. there are plenty of beds for a large group and its a great location to get anywhere! My boys went to the river, played golf in Bozeman and Livingston, went on several hikes, had great meals - they loved it! A wonderful place to vacate. And excellent company to work with. Brooke was gracious and accommodating all around! We will be back!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/14/2022
Great little bungalow, wonderful location in town - walking distance to shopping and resteraunt's. Cozy back yard. Really enjoyed our stay.- Anonymous , Posted: 7/11/2022
Really enjoyed our stay! The house is lovely and the location is epic. Close enough to town to get whatever we need, but far enough to feel secluded. Hope to return!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/10/2022
None- Anonymous , Posted: 7/10/2022
Nice home in a great location. The front porch is a wonderful spot to enjoy Montana summer weather!- Anonymous , Posted: 7/3/2022
We stayed at Mountain Sanctuary in June of 2022. What an outstanding property! It truly looks every bit as advertised. Our family had such a fantastic time staying there and visiting beautiful Montana. Brooke was excellent to work with and provided great communication, assistance and professionalism. We can't wait to go back!- Anonymous , Posted: 6/30/2022
This cabin is beautiful. It's actually bigger than it looks and super cozy. The view of the valley is incredible here and there's lots of open space around the property. Great view of stars and peacefully quiet. I recommend a truck or a jeep as it is about 15 minutes down some dirt roads off of the main highway.- Anonymous , Posted: 5/28/2022
This was a great little house for the two of us. We were blown away by the landscape. Something to be aware of is that entrance requires a long drive on a gravel road, but we drove an suv and didn't mind it. The management company is very hospitable as well as the owner if you happen to see him outside.- Anonymous , Posted: 5/23/2022
Great location and beautiful views! We can't wait to come back.- Anonymous , Posted: 5/10/2022
Eastside coffee is just footsteps from the property, the food and coffee was amazing as well as the owners ! Such a great location in town.- Anonymous , Posted: 4/17/2022
What a great spot! The condo was so charming and had everything we needed. Quick to walk downtown for restaurants and shopping. We will definitely stay here again!- Anonymous , Posted: 4/4/2022
Just stunning and a fantastic time away had by all in my family! Three generations gathered to celebrate my Mother's 80th and what a special place to call home base. The house decor and furnishing are super comfy. You can soak up nature whether viewing from the many picturesque windows or from the outdoor wrap around porch and the firepit area. Really great day trips.....Mammoth Hot Springs, a must see and a short drive thru the park on the North road...Herds of Bison, Big Horned Rams, Elks, Eagles....another must! Communication with Brooke was top notch. Thank you for helping us to create more wonderful memories for our family in such a wonderful part of the country.- Anonymous , Posted: 3/14/2022
This is a GREAT apartment in the very heart of Livingston. It's a historic building, and we really enjoyed learning about its past via all the old pictures and plaques and other charming decor in the lobby, and throughout! The apartment was super comfortable (the bed especially!), the kitchen was well equipped, and the dining room / living rooms are cozy and welcoming. Livingston itself is a treat as well, and you're about 1 block from the action - tons of great restaurants and cool bars. We loved the Soup Bar and Campione in particular, and went to the legendary Chop House as well. Very walkable, and stunning views all around. You'll love this gem in Livingston!- Anonymous , Posted: 3/13/2022
This was an excellent stay. The house was very comfortable. We had a great time at the house, in Livingston, and several great days of skiing and visiting Yellowstone in winter. Thank you for everything!- Anonymous , Posted: 2/20/2022
Nice cozy place to stay. Views can not be beat! Very close to Yellowstone & all the amenities of town.- Anonymous , Posted: 1/13/2022