Big Sky Love Valentine's Day - The Ranch at Rock Creek

Celebration Details

February 2024

Retreat to wild Montana for powder-filled days and fireside nights. Embrace lofty luxuries like all-inclusive skiing with our Ski Concierge, two daily winter activities, Relais & Châteaux pairing menus and celebration events. Warm up with artisan hot cocoa or toddies in our Great Room, named one of the world’s best hotel bars by the Forbes Travel Guide and book a couple’s massage at the spa. Whether you cuddle up in a cozy cabin, a hybrid glamping tent or a Granite Lodge suite, wild hearts run free at the world’s first Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star ranch.

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Standard RC Inclusions: luxury accommodations; all meals; premium wine, beer, spirits and other beverages; a selection of gear and on-ranch activities; round-trip transportation facilitated to and from Missoula and Butte airports upon request.
Rates start at $2,000 per accommodation, per night, based on standard occupancy, plus 23% Ranch Fee.
Minimum four-night stay, based on availability.
Please note that all events are subject to change due to safety, weather and social distancing.

Two chairs in front of a fire with wine and blankets

Cabin porch with snow covering the ground

Man and woman riding horses in a snowy forest next to a river

Two women wearing gloves holding mugs with hot beverages

Wedge salad on a white plate with a glass of white wine

2023 Big Sky Love Itinerary

Sample itineraries provide an example. Customized itineraries are crafted for each party by our Ranch Ambassadors.

Saturday, February 11

7:30-10 AM

Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn

Morning Activity

11:30 AM-2 PM

Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn

Afternoon Activity

3:15 PM

Turn Out of the Herd

4-6 PM

Sunset, Skating & Cider Social Hour at Bikini Beach

6-9 PM

Stockmen’s Supper in the Granite Lodge Dining Room

Sunday, February 12

7:30-10 AM

Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn

Morning Activity or

9 AM

First Tracks Hike

11:30 AM-2 PM

Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn

Afternoon Activity or

3-6 PM

Winter Rejuvenation Body Polish Making and Chair Massage in the Granite Spa

5-7 PM

Social Hour in the Great Room

6-9 PM

Alpenglow Supper in the Granite Lodge Dining Room

Monday, February 13

7:30-10 AM

Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn

Morning Activity

11:30 AM-2 PM

Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn

Afternoon Activity or

1 PM

Meet the Horses

5-7 PM

Sweetheart Social Hour in the Great Room and Valentine Making

6-9 PM

Overland Route Tasting Menu in the Granite Lodge Dining Room

Valentine's Day

7:30-10 AM

Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn

Morning Activity or

9 AM

Discovery Ski Day & Alpine Outpost Lunch

11:30 AM-2 PM

Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn

Afternoon Activity

5-7 PM

Ranch 75 Après Ski with Champagne & Caviar

6-9 PM

Valentine’s Dinner Chef’s Tasting Menu

Recommended Accommodations

Trapper Cabin Loft Cattail Cabin Premium Granite Lodge Rooms Eagle's Perch Cabin Sara Jane's Cottage

A tiled shower with a frosted window in the side of the wall

Two mountain bicycles leaning against a tree

Trapper Cabin

2 Guests Max, 750 Sq Feet

Tucked away on the banks of Rock Creek is Trapper, an idyllic and innovative glamping cabin. This accommodation is comprised of canvas, wood and stone with in-floor hydronic heat to keep it cozy all year round. Trapper is our most secluded accommodation, making it a popular anniversary and honeymoon cabin, as well as a favorite for anglers, nature lovers and return guests.

Rest well after a day of ranch adventures in your king bed, adjacent to a gas stove and comfortable sitting area.This peaceful getaway features a spacious bathroom with a stone-tiled shower and a kitchenette with a refrigerated wine cooler. Relax on the natural stone patio, snow shoe on adjacent trails or fly fish on Rock Creek from your front door. Stargaze from your cedar soaking tub beneath a glistening nightscape.

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At a Glance

Trapper is our most secluded accommodation.
This glamping cabin is open year-round.
Standard occupancy is two guests.
Guests staying in Trapper are provided with their own vehicle or Ez-Go, as well as mountain bikes, to use on property.
Pet-friendly accommodation.
No. 14 on the Ranch map below.

Cabin bedroom with sliding wooden door leading to the bathroom

A woman relaxing in a bathtub while looking out the window

Looking out a window from the second floor

A log cabin living room with four chairs around a table

Bathroom with a bathtub next to a window

Two bicycles parked outside a barn house

Loft

4 Guests Max, 700 Sq Feet

Once the hayloft of the original homestead barn, the Loft contrasts the original exposed-rafter ceilings with luxurious amenities. The combined bedroom and sitting area offers a king bed and queen pull-out sofa. The bathroom features a marble-tiled shower with a built-in bench, and an elegant two-person slipper tub overlooking the wildflower lawn and Pintler mountain range.

A large television, DVD player, indoor gaming table and outdoor porch make it an ideal place to socialize with friends and family. Enjoy pastoral elegance with chandeliers, leather upholstered furniture and woven textiles set against rough-hewn wood and natural light. A favorite for couples and return guests due to its rustic elegance and unmistakable character.

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At a Glance

Standard occupancy is two guests, with a maximum of four.
Loft can be reserved in conjunction with Wrangler and Stables for groups and family reunions of up to 13 guests.
Each accommodation is equipped with personal mountain bikes for on-Ranch transportation.
Pet-friendly accommodation.
No. 18 on the Ranch map below.

Lit fireplace in a cabin with chairs and a couch

Interior of cabin with fireplace and couches

A kitchen inside a cabin with dark cabinets and a red rug

Inside a cabin bedroom with a made bed and tapestry on the wall

Cattail Cabin

7 Guests Max, 1432 Sq Feet

Cattail Cabin sits across from the Granite Lodge in a breathtaking location overlooking the valley and hillsides. The front porch faces Bikini Beach, dense with its namesake cattail plants in the summer or crystalized into an ice skating pond each winter.

This luxury home is suited to two couples or a large family, featuring two large suites, each with a king bed, en-suite bath and private access to the back deck. The layout includes a full kitchen and a comfortable living area warmed by a large stone fireplace. Each room also has a day bed that serves as a reading nook and extra guest accommodations.

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At a Glance

Cattail is a two-bedroom cabin.
Standard occupancy is four guests, with a maximum of eight.
Amenities include a private deck, full kitchen, living area, stone fireplace and daybed reading nooks.
Each accommodation is equipped with personal cruisers or mountain bikes for on-Ranch transportation.
Pet-friendly accommodation.
No. 10 on the Ranch map below.

Aerial shot above several trees and cabins

Bedroom with large curtains next to the windows

Bed with striped duvet and pillows with six cowboy hats mounted on the wall above the headboard

Bathroom with two sinks and mirrors, shower space behind the wall

Bedroom with a couch and tv mounted on the wall across the bed

Bathroom with two sinks and mirrors, hand and bath towels hanging on the walls

Cabin bedroom with two leather chairs by a reading table

Cabin bedroom with four post bed, horse wood carved lamp

A small open pantry cabinet with snacks in a basket, a bottle of wine and upside down wine glasses

Water bottles with Ranch at Rock Creek logos printed on them

Premium Granite Lodge Rooms

4 Guests Max, 396 Sq Feet

Premium Granite Lodge Rooms are spacious and provide exceptional access to the hub of The Ranch. Located on the lower level, Winchester and Remington have high ceilings, king beds and pull-out sofas, to accommodate three guests comfortably. Both offer private access from the lodge courtyard. Remington is ADA-compliant.

Located on the upper level, Appaloosa and Palomino are appointed with custom king canopy beds and offer views of the sapphire mountains behind the Granite Lodge. Mustang is the only lodge room featuring two queen beds, and it is located across from Palomino.

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At a Glance

Winchester and Remington are Premium Granite Lodge Rooms located on the ground level.
Remington is ADA compliant.
Appaloosa, Palomino, and Mustang are Premium Granite Lodge Rooms located on the upper level.
Mustang is the only lodge room with two queen beds.
Each accommodation is equipped with personal mountain bikes for on-Ranch transportation.
No. 1 on the Ranch map below.

Log cabin living room, ceiling fan above a chair, sofa and coffee table

Bathroom with white sink and bath tub, chandelier lighting fixture

A white bathtub in a corner facing a window

Long exposure shot of a starry night and several cabins lit with Christmas lights

A porcelain sink in a washroom with a small wooden framed mirror and folded towels under the sink

Eagle's Perch Cabin

6 Guests Max, 2342 Sq Feet

Eagle’s Perch is a two-story luxury home with views of native grasslands and wildflower meadows. With a keen eye, you may be able to spot Rock Creek’s resident eagles, hawks or osprey in the nearby trees or catch a whiff of Chef Drage’s seasonal inspiration in his fragrant herb garden, located just outside the home.

The layout makes it perfect for family ranch vacations, complete with a king suite and full bath on the main level, separated from the living area by sliding barn doors. The main floor boasts a large sitting area, kitchenette, laundry facility and game nook. The second story of the cabin features two sets of twin bunk beds and an additional bathroom, making it ideal for children’s sleepovers during holiday celebrations and family reunions.

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At a Glance

Eagle’s Perch is a two-story luxury log home.
Standard occupancy is two to four guests, with a maximum of six.
For a larger group, Eagle’s Perch can be reserved in conjunction with neighboring luxury homes.
Each accommodation is equipped with personal cruisers or mountain bikes for on-Ranch transportation.
Pet-friendly accommodation.
No. 19 on the Ranch map below.

Dining room with chairs and fireplace in a cottage

Sara Jane's Cottage

12 Guests Max, 2500 Sq Feet

Sara Jane’s Cottage is a two-level luxury home inspired by Sara Jane, the daughter of manager Grover Bowles, who helped run the Ranch in the 1940s. It occupies a prime ranch location, across from the Granite Lodge and the swimming pool and with direct access to hiking trails.

On the main level is a spacious bedroom equipped with a king bed, an en-suite bath with a large two-person copper soaking tub and a private deck. The other main floor bedroom has a queen bed and bathroom. The main floor also features a full kitchen and dining area, living room and gas stove.

The lower level of the cottage features a bunkroom with two sets of bunks, each with a queen bed on the bottom and twin bed on the top, and a bathroom and sitting area. The fourth bedroom is an additional king suite with en-suite bath. The basement contains full laundry facilities.

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At a Glance

Sara Jane’s Cottage is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom luxury home.
Standard occupancy is eight guests, with a maximum of 12.
Amenities include a copper soaking tub, private deck, full kitchen, living room and laundry facilities.
Each accommodation is equipped with personal cruisers or mountain bikes for on-Ranch transportation.
Pet-friendly accommodation.
No. 9 on the Ranch map below.