Yellowstone River Retreat
★ 4.84 from 37 guest reviews | Big Timber, on the Yellowstone River | Halfway between Bozeman and Billings
Entire home, sleeps 10, on the Yellowstone River
- 5 bedrooms, 8 beds
- 2 accessible bathrooms
- Over 4,300 sq ft
- Half-acre yard with river access
Yellowstone River Retreat is a spacious riverfront home in a quiet subdivision just outside Big Timber, with more than 4,300 square feet, five bedrooms, and a half-acre yard with an aspen grove that opens through a back gate to the Yellowstone River. From the yard, you can see the Crazy Mountains to the west and the Absaroka Mountains and Beartooth Plateau to the south. Inside, a wood-burning fireplace, a parlor with board games, and a library with room to tie flies make it a natural gathering place for big families and groups, and both bathrooms are accessible.
Perfect for
- Big family groups
- Fly fishing the Yellowstone
- Accessible travel
- I-90 road trips
On the Yellowstone River
Yellowstone River
Straight out the back gate
Crazy Mountains
In view to the west
River Retreat
River islands park
Just up the street, with an accessible road to the islands
Beartooth Plateau
In view to the south, with the Absarokas
Relax out back and listen to the river, or walk up the street to the neighborhood’s park, where an accessible road leads down to a few small islands in the Yellowstone. The Yellowstone is a wild, undammed river, so please use caution near the water and follow the house rules.
Where you'll sleep
Bedroom 1
Two twin beds
Bedroom 2
Queen bed
Bedroom 3
Two twin beds
Bedrooms 4 & 5
Three more beds between them
Good to know: The main floor has two bedrooms and both bathrooms, and the other three bedrooms are in the basement. The main bathroom has a jacuzzi tub and a picture window. Guests have the whole property except a separate studio on the south side.
What's included
- Full kitchen
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Parlor with board games and a gaming table
- Library with a spot to tie flies
- Smart TV for streaming
- Wi-Fi
- Main bath with jacuzzi tub and picture window
- Two accessible bathrooms
- Half-acre yard with an aspen grove and lawn games
- Back gate to the Yellowstone River
- Views of the Crazy Mountains, Absarokas, and Beartooth Plateau
- Accessible riverside park up the street
Getting around
- Downtown Big Timber: a few minutes
- Livingston: about 35 minutes
- Bozeman: about 1 hour 15 minutes
- Billings: about 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yellowstone North Entrance (Gardiner): about 1 hour 40 minutes
Drive times are approximate and vary with season and road conditions.
The river through the seasons
Summer
Floating and fly fishing the Yellowstone, exploring the river islands, and long evenings in the yard with the Crazy Mountains in view.
Fall
Golden aspens in the yard, quiet days of fishing on the river, and crisp weather for exploring the Crazies and Boulder River country.
Winter
Snowy mountain views, nights by the wood fireplace, and an easy I-90 drive to Bozeman or Billings for a day out.
Spring
One of the quietest times on the river. Yellowstone's North Entrance is open year-round, and the park's other roads begin reopening in mid-April.
Your hosts
Michael and family
- Superhost
- 10 years hosting
- Usually replies within an hour
We met doing seasonal work in Yellowstone in 2004 and have been exploring the area ever since. Michael is an MSU graduate, so if you’re touring campus for MSU Fridays or visiting a student, ask us. Every guest gets our guidebook, with our favorite hiking, skiing, fishing, rafting, and wildlife spots across the mountain ranges around Bozeman.
Licensed Montana property manager.
What guests say
4.84
Out of 5 from 37 reviews on Airbnb. 84% are five stars.
Guests mention most: the river (16), location (14), hospitality (9), comfort (9), the view (6), cleanliness (6), the kitchen (5), the indoor spaces (5), sleep quality (4), and the backyard (3).
Why book direct?
A better price
No platform service fee, so the same nights cost less than on Airbnb.
Talk to us directly
Questions go straight to Michael and family, not through an app.
Same home, same hosts
The stay guests love, with ten years of hosting behind it.
House details
Check-in: 3 PM
Checkout: 11 AM
Guests: Up to 10
Pets: [Your pet policy]
Cancellation: Up to 30 days before check-in, 100% full refund
Accessibility: Both bathrooms are accessible
Questions guests ask
Where exactly is it?
In a quiet subdivision just outside Big Timber, on the Yellowstone River, about halfway between Bozeman and Billings along I-90. The exact address is shared after booking.
Is the home accessible?
Both bathrooms are handicap accessible, and the neighborhood’s riverside park up the street has an accessible road down to a few small islands in the river. Two bedrooms are on the main floor and three are in the basement.
Can we get to the river?
Yes. A back gate leads straight to the Yellowstone, and the park up the street reaches a few small islands. It’s a wild, undammed river, so please follow the house rules and use caution.
Can I bring my dog?
Sorry this is a no pets property!
How does check-in work?
Check in is any time after 3 PM, and there is a SmartLock
How many people does it sleep?
Up to 10, across five bedrooms and eight beds, with two bedrooms on the main floor and three in the basement.
From $299 per night
Book direct and save 12% compared with Airbnb and 8% with VRBO. Same home, same hosts, no platform service fee.
Questions before you book? Call or text (406) 414-7725.
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