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Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!

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Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Big Sky, MT
  • Place, Big Sky Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Bear Ski Lift
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Sky Town Center
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Big Sky

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Big Sky Resort and Gallatin National Forest. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private hot tub and a washing machine. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A living room, a dining area and a TV are also available. .Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a games room and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .In the area of this Big Sky Mountain Village holiday home, you'll find Big Sky Town Center.

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Black Bear Ski Lift - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Explorer Ski Lift - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Big Sky Town Center - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Ousel Falls Park - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlight Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Everett's 8800 - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Brothel Bikes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Headwaters Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Clubhouse At Yellowstone Club - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!

Enjoy breathtaking Big Sky views and year-round outdoor living from the comfort of this cozy log cabin tucked in the woods. An ideal Big Sky home base for guests seeking comfort, convenience, and ample space for the whole crew, as well as your four-legged friends!

Boasting 3,000 sq ft of generous living space combining rustic elegance with modern amenities, no detail has been overlooked. Cooking for a crowd is easy in the well-equipped kitchen, meals around the table include Lone Peak views and they’ll be many nights spent around the toasty wood fireplace, after a rejuvenating sauna! A lower-level games room adds fun to the living space and is a great hang out spot for the teens.

The bedrooms are spacious, comfy, and well laid out giving everyone their own space, but it’s the outdoor living you’ll love. Surrounded by snow-covered peaks in the winter and meadows of wildflowers in spring, it’s all about the views. Take it all in from the porch swing; go for a starlit soak in the hot tub, or just kick back and catch up around the fire pit. You may even catch a glimpse of a friendly fox or resident moose, or perhaps the occasional bear at the mountain stream.

Cardinal Sanctuary is a haven in the pines yet in close proximity to the Big Sky Montana Resort's Mountain Village and Base Area, the perfect starting point, any time of year, for all your Big Sky adventures. Big Sky boasts 5,850 skiable acres of uncrowded slopes and thrilling outdoor summer activities and wilderness adventures. A true year-round Montana mountain resort.

Beds and Baths:
Sleeps 13 in beds; 14 when renting rollaway bed. Up to 14 allowed.
Bedroom 1- King bed | private 3/4 bath, walk-in shower, toilet, sink | main level
Bedroom 2- Queen bed | shared (adjacent) full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | main level
Bedroom 3- King bed | shared full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | lower level
Bedroom 4- Twin bed with twin top bunk and one full bed with twin top bunk | shared full bath, shower/tub, toilet, sink | lower level
Bonus space 1- Queen bed | shared full bath (main level), shower/tub, toilet, sink | upper level loft
Bed Linens Provided: Extra pillows and extra blankets in the property
Towels Provided: 4 towels, 4 hand towels, 4 washcloths, per bathroom | 6 hot tub towels


Kitchen, Dining, Living Rooms:
Table Seating 8, Bar Seating 3
Granite counters- Yes
Stainless appliances- Yes
Coffee grinder- Yes
Keurig- Yes
Hand Mixer- Yes
Toaster- Yes
Crockpot- Yes

Living Room:
Main living Fireplace – Wood (firewood provided)
Downstairs living Fireplace – Wood (firewood provided)
Main living seating- 7
Downstairs living seating- 5

Game Room:
Location- lower level living room
Games- pool table, dart board
TV with gaming system; Wii with two remotes
Seating- 5
Sauna- lower level bathroom

Outdoor:
Private hot tub 4-6 person- on lower level deck
Propane grill, propane provided- on main level deck (near kitchen)
Outdoor fire pit- yes, on main level deck

Additional Amenities:
Ski storage in garage
Snow removal service provided
Fans and humidifiers
Gaming system- Wii
Bluetooth Speaker

Ski Access:
This home is not ski accessible, but free parking is offered at Big Sky Resort. Free skier parking is less than 5 minutes away and there is a shuttle that will take you to the base area.

Parking:
4 wheel drive REQUIRED in winter
Double car garage
Space for 3 vehicles
No parking for R.V.'s, campers, or trailers

Pet Friendly:
Pet Fee: $25 per pet per night; only dogs allowed
Cleaning Fee: $75 per pet per stay
Quantity: max of 2 dogs

Please Note: This home is pet-friendly for up to two dogs. There is a required $25 nightly pet fee per dog and a $75 cleaning fee per dog. These fees will be added to your reservation separately and will be collected prior to your check-in. Other restrictions may apply; please reach out to our Reservation Sales Agents for any additional questions or concerns.

Check-In: This property offers remote check-in upon arrival. Check-in instructions will be sent via email within 10 days of check-in date once the Rental Agreement is signed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

MVC Cardinal Sanctuary. BSVR
MVC Cardinal Sanctuary. Flexible Cancellations
Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary Big Sky
61880

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private hot tub and a fireplace.

What makes Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Hot tubs, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!.

Is there a private hot tub at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!?

Yep, there is a private hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!?

No, Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The owners had thought of everything. We were comfortable and happy with all the facilities. The managers were responsive and let us know who and when maintenance would be there. This was the absolute best VRBO type of stay we have had. I would recommend this home to anyone
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness

family visit to Big Sky

Beautiful home with a gorgeous view. Lots of room for the children to roam and play. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

Our family was due for some much needed time away from the daily hustle of the suburb life. This home gave us everything we needed all in one place! We enjoyed the hot tub every day along with the beautiful landscape of Lone Mountain! Perfect place to reflect and gain some clarity. Nature is healing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property All Around

Would 10 out of 10 recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Duder’s Annual Ski Trip

Great on all fronts
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for two families!

Cardinal Sanctuary was a great spot for our group sky vacation. The house was well appointed for cooking meals in if you want, but also very close to restaurants. We enjoyed the amenities including hot tub, sauna, game room and popcorn maker :) Management was very easy to communicate with and helpful with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house is amazing

Don’t look anywhere else.. this is the house you want to rent in big sky.. view from the back is amazing.. fuller stocked and ready to cook. Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic scenic stay

Great stay at Cardinal Sanctuary!! House was perfect for our size group of friends. Check in was seamless, place was clean and ready, pre shipped goods were waiting for us, and all of the amenities made for a fun time at the house. Stunning views of the mountain (and our lines down Gullies!!) from the porch and hot tub. Sunsets over lone peak took our breath away. And while not true “ski-in/ski-out”, easy path up the street (1 min walk) to get to the White Otter lift (5 min walk) made for a perfect location without the extra cost of staying slopeside. Can ski 75% of the path back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Fantastic home with everything you need on hand. Can’t wait to book this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big sky

This was one of the best houses we have stayed at
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Merle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay. Beautiful property and views.

Thoroughly loved our experience and would come back again but unfortunately rental rates are getting to high next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Log cabin

Nice view, great location.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

cara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home with room for all!

We had a great stay at this property. It was about an hour from the west entrance to Yellowstone. Had a great time with the pool table and hot tub. The only “con” is that there was not a ton of food options in town. It was the off season, so this may be different in the winter. All in all we had an amazing stay, great responsiveness from the management company and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot Near Big Sky Base

Awesome property that can easily sleep 10 people. Walking distance to the base and amazing views. One request is to stock the house with more towels.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Jorge C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Laundry Improvement Needed

Great property and location house was beautiful and as described. The kids enjoyed the playroom and all it's amedaties including the hot tub. The bathrooms need new towels they were old and smelled bad when wet they should use some softener and a new laundry service.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keri S., Seattle, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

We loved this property and the proximity to Big Sky! Perfect ski in/ski out location. Management was very responsive when we had any issues, will definitely be back to stay! Hot tub and sauna were perfect for post- skiing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Perfect

Stellar communication, cleanliness, amenities, and views of the mountain. Would not think twice about rebooking. Thank you all!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P., Austin, US

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual winter trip

Beautiful property with ample space for a large group and all the amenities you would look for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

William I.

Summer visit

Replace the carpets and improve the linens and towels and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

William I.

Bill

Great spot, good location, all the extras, glad it was pet friendly, but carpets need replacing badly, and the towels and sheets are worn and dated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Yellowstone family vacation

This home was absolutely perfect for our family of 12. Six adults and six children ranging in ages 9-14. Beautiful views and very peaceful. The kids enjoyed the lower level while the adults lounged on the upper level and deck. We had a great time in the area. Definitely will try and come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay with Teens

What an amazing view!! This is the perfect property to connect with family while enjoying nature, a hot tube and an amazing game room. Perfect for teens and younger kids! They even allow dogs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and spacious!

Had a wonderfully relaxing holiday with our family in this large log home! Location was perfect on a quiet road with great views of Big Sky Ski Area and Lone Peak. Plenty of space in this home for everyone to find a quiet spot. House was well equipped with everything needed, including board games, pool table etc and a clean and relaxing hot tub on the deck. Kitchen had plenty of pots and pans and dishes. The outdoor grill was a great asset to our holiday meals. The fireplace gave us just the ambiance desired on a winter's night. Wish we could have stayed longer, but we will be back! Thank You!!

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great ski home

Location and amenities were stellar.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Awesome view and property