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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Big Sky, MT
  • Big Sky Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Sky Town Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ousel Falls Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

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:
This home is pet friendly for up to two dogs. There is a required $25 nightly fee per dog which will be added to your reservation at time of checkout. Please note that there will also be an additional $75 cleaning fee added per dog. 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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Big Sky Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Big Sky

Located in Big Sky Mountain Village, a neighbourhood in Big Sky, this holiday home is in the mountains. Big Sky Resort and White Otter Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gallatin National Forest and Jack Creek Preserve Outdoor Education Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Big Sky, MT

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Black Bear Ski Lift - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Challenger Ski Lift - 9 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Big Sky Town Center - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Ousel Falls Park - 14 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Everett's 8800 - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Scissorbills Saloon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Warren Miller Lodge - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪By Word of Mouth - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tips Up - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly!?

There is free parking nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Sky Vacation Rentals: MVC Cardinal Sanctuary - Pet Friendly! located?

Located in Big Sky Mountain Village, this holiday home is steps away from Big Sky Resort and Gallatin National Forest. White Otter Ski Lift and Black Bear Ski Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property All Around

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski home

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

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duder’s Annual Ski Trip

Great on all fronts
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Keri S., Seattle, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Log cabin

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Carlton T., Bristol, RI USA

Big Sky Cardinal Sanctuary

Big Sky Cardinal Sanctuary was a wonderful home to rent while we were skiing at Big Sky. It was convenient, spacious, and accommodating. It had a ll the amenities -- hot tub, sauna, grille, Direct TV,, and great kitchen. A perfect spot for a great week. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Jorge C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Matt M., Falls Church, VA

Big Sky Perfection

Cardinal Sanctuary well exceeded our big sky expecatations!! The house was perfect for our group of friends and we took advantage of everything the house had to offer. From afternoon soaks in the hot tub to late night popcorn and movies this place felt like home. Try drinking your morning coffee looking directly up Lone Peak and not feelinf blessed. Thanks again for sharing this wonderful place with us and we hope to be back soon!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kristin P., New Virginia

A little slice of heaven

We were seeking a place which could accomodate a large family and also had a beautiful view. We found it here. In fact, no one wanted to leave. The cabin had everything we needed for our stay. We awoke every morning with a spectacular view of the mountains. We were able to see some wildlife but, the kids wished there were more. Of course, there were some things that need to be fixed and hopefully these will get addressed but this is to be expected. I would not recommend this cabin for anyone with a disability or who requires assistance to walk. The cabin sits down off of the street which requires one to go down multiple stairs to reach the entrance. Unfortunately, we did feel misinformed regarding what was offered along with our stay. We were informed that we would reciece a free entrance to Yellowstone unfortunately, once we got there we were informed that they stopped doing this in the Spring. If you are looking for a place to relax with your family and have breathtaking scenery this place is for you.

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

cara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Awesome view and property

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