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Reviews of Lucky Dog Lodge - Spectacular Large Group Accommodations!

Lucky Dog Lodge - Spectacular Large Group Accommodations!
Bozeman, Mt

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews" "
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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Aimee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend in Bozeman
Best set up for our 3 daughters and ourselves to celebrate a wedding. Great property and every amenity you could imagine. Loved the large backyard, beautiful decks, and well stocked kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review and for taking great care of the lodge! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the property and would welcome you again. Paul, Owner - Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals, since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Ramona H., Fond du Lac, Wi. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We really enjoyed our stay at the beautiful Lucky Dog log home! It was well supplied with all the essentials and a lot of extras! The house was in a great location and the hot tub was a hit for our teenagers! Our family all expressed how it was the most well stocked place we have experienced to date.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2023
Ramona, Thank you for your detailed, stellar review and for tidying up before your departure! We are pleased to hear the Lucky Dog Lodge suited your family nicely and you found it well stocked! Your family were great guests are are welcome back anytime. Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals, since 1998

8/10 Good

Trinity R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lodge, Great Service, Location So-So
The lodge is beautiful and nicely laid out and accommodated our large extended family vacation very well. The hot tub was a great added bonus. We saw deer run through the yard. The river is a short distance and you can hear it from the windows. We were hoping to fish there, in fact, that is why we rented it but there was no way we could fish the river from that location. The weeds/grass were up to your waist and the river was not family friendly for fishing. While the pictures do not show it, the neighbors were surprisingly VERY close. We were under the impression it was more secluded. That said, we had an incredible visit. They had lots of games, puzzles etc to keep the kiddos busy and it was lovely that all the spices and condiments were provided so we didn't have to purchase those. And it was great that everyone had their own bed/room as there were 13 of us staying together. It was a little drive to get to places but not terrible. It's about a 30 minute drive to Big Sky. The owners were fantastic and very responsive. If you have a large family or event and do not mind having to drive for fishing or excursions then this place is great to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2023
Hi Trinity, I want to thank you for your constructive review, and most importantly am glad you had a great visit! The river changed course dramatically this spring and the water is also still very high so we have yet to see what the fishing and swimming potential will be for this summer. Late spring typically makes the river unfishable and for swimming the warmest months of July and Aug are needed. Once the spring runoff is past the area is good for walking and we are working on building new trails as the old ones are now where the water is flowing. The closest house, just behind the Lodge and towards the river, is the owner's aunt and uncle and their garden is the one you have a bird's eye view of from the upper decks. I will update the description to highlight that as I don't mean to misrepresent things. Thanks for being such good guests and hopefully we will see you back here again one day! Paul

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place to celebrate graduation
Lucky Dog Lodge was a fantastic choice for us to stay while we celebrated our son's graduation from MSU. There was plenty of room for all of us. The kitchen was great for making big breakfasts. The only issue we had was there were no bedrooms on the first floor although we did know about this ahead of time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2023
Thank you for your review! We're glad that the Lucky Dog worked out so well for you. You were truly great guests and we hope to have you back any time that Bozeman is in your plans. Paul owner/founder Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

TAMI M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
We traveled from Delaware, MD, and Florida for our daughter's wedding. It was the perfect location. Everything was perfect in the cabin as well. We could not have chosen a better place. Thank You
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 8, 2023
Thank you for your review - we're always glad to hear that! You were great guests and we hope to have you back again. Paul owner/founder Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Karolis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Very clean, large space, instructions were clear from the owner. He even came out to help us when we had an issue with the lock which was resolved very quickly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bozeman Ski Trip
The cabin was even better that advertised, had plenty of space for all 16 of us, and the owners were very responsive. I would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 8, 2023
Great to hear! Thanks for posting your review and for taking such good care of the place. Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

todd s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation
Excellent place to stay. Big great room for all to be together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 5, 2023
Glad it worked out - thanks for being great guests! Paul owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

Misti S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable and beautiful getaway
We will be back again! We are a well-traveled family, due to being in the military. The Lucky Dog Lodge was my absolute favorite place we have ever stayed. Our family had plenty of space and rooms and bathrooms. It seemed like someone put so much thought in things for the kitchen and bathrooms. We cooked there every night and had everything we needed. The LDL was so beautiful that the wedding photographer ended up taking some pictures of the bride inside and out. We hope to bring our entire family back for Christmas at the LDL one year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 9, 2022
Great to hear! Thanks for posting your review and for taking such good care of the place. We would love to have your family/group back again. Wonderful the Lucky Dog Lodge was the perfect fit! Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Glenn and Micki E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our large group!
This is an amazing property! The house is huge and has so much character, with plenty of large bedrooms for our family and friends. Kitchen has everything we needed, with a wonderful rustic dining table that accommodated our large group! LOTS of bathrooms so no waiting :-) Big yard, nice back deck, short walk to the river. We loved it and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2022
Glenn and Micki were great guests and we’d welcome them back anytime! Paul, Owner - Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals, since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family vacation home
Beautiful house & property. Large home made it easy for the whole extended family to gather. Well stocked kitchen, convenient location, easy checkin and out process. Highly recommend thia house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2022
Great to hear! Thanks for posting your review and for taking such good care of the place. Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

MARIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay was an absolute success
My family and I gathered to celebrate my nephew’s graduation from MSU. We had an absolute blast. The large accommodations allowed for many family fun activities. The location is absolutely perfect. The river was such a treat and scenery was lovely. Thank you for allowing us to make so many amazing memories!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 5, 2022
Great to hear! Thanks for posting your review and for taking such good care of the place. Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lodge
Was a great central location for skiing, Bozeman, and to just hang out! Enough space where everyone in our family had a bedroom and bath. Well equipped and just a great place to stay. Quick response to any questions. Would stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2022
Great to hear! Thanks for posting your review and for taking such good care of the place. Paul - Owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals since 1998

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and amazing location!
My group loved the Lucky Dog Lodge. Plenty of room and bathrooms for a large group. Great location. Beautiful views and we got lucky with some amazing sunsets that you can watch from the hot tub. I cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
We came for a wedding, and so enjoyed ourselves that we are talking about another trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forced family fun for 50 th wedding anniversary
Accommodations worked out well for 8 adults and 6 children. Great eating and living space. Grandkids enjoyed the Gallatin behind the house. Weird bathroom set up but there were 5 showers. Location was great getting to Bozeman, Big Sky and Yellowstone. Surrounding neighborhood and gravel roads aren’t the greatest. Overall really enjoyed house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2021
Thank you for your kind review and we are glad you enjoyed the property and we hope you return in the future. I agree that the public dirt roads could use better maintenance of the small potholes. The road is regraded each spring and fall.

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family reunion
Driving through the neighborhood I would not have expected this place to be so wonderful, but don’t let that fool you! The house and property are wonderful. Very roomy and fits 20 people comfortably, although beds for only 16. The little path down to the river was such a surprise! Great for fishing and swimming, or just relaxing! Such a beautiful view! We had such a great family reunion in this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2021
It was easy and rewarding hosting Janine’s large gathering. Communication for their family reunion trip was pleasant and they left the rental in excellent condition. Thanks Janine

8/10 Good

Jay P., Montgomery, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful visit
My family had a great time. The lodge is spacious and enjoyable. If you are looking for a quiet place and an enjoyable home we nailed it. My grandsons thought it was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the Lucky Dog
We had an amazing time for our stay in Bozeman. This house was perfect for our multi-generational group. This house came well equipped with all your kitchen needs. A portable crib for our granddaughter and lots a great communication with the property manager. This house has such a great story and the craftsmanship is amazing. We are still talking about the large logs used in the construction. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. We were 40 minutes from Big Sky, 40 minutes from Bridger Pass. About 15 minutes from the airport. Perfect location for our stay. Enjoy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2021
We're always so glad to hear of peoples' experiences at the Lucky Dog Lodge! Thanks for taking such good care of it and we hope to have you back again. Paul

10/10 Excellent

Anton R., Mount Vernon, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best in Bozeman
Stayed at the Lucky Dog Lounge with my family (11) for a winter holiday and could not have been happier. Everyone in the family had their own space when needed and great community space when we wanted to be together. Perfect distance from Bridger Bowl and Big Sky Ski resorts for those of us that went skiing, and everything else in Bozeman is about 15 to 20 minutes away. I could not have been happier with the Lucky Dog Lounge. Thanks to the ownership for sharing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lucky Dog Ranch was a wonderful and serene property!
The tribute to the owner is a great read if you have time. A wonderful property!!! The access to the creek is great, with the big yard! Plenty of space to have MANY GUESTS. The only thing we had trouble with is the doves that nest under the beams. They were a bit loud in the morning. We would still stay again!!! Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great family get away.
The Lucky Dog was outstanding, clean, quite and fun get away for myself and my family. We had a mini family gathering that allowed us to play with one another, share laughs and just push all the cares of the world away. This property is one of a kind. It has everything we needed and more. Everyone was able to spread out and yet still be close. We were close to town and within minutes of activities. Thank you Paul for making this a great family vacation. We will be back!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2020
Hi Jason, Thanks for staying at the Lucky Dog and taking the time to write about your experiences. It is a special place to us as well and it's hard to believe that we're nearing our 20-year anniversary of renting it out to families and groups of all kinds. Also thanks for taking such good care of the place, it's always nice to have respectful guests and we welcome you back anytime:) Paul and Jeff

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Sept family stsy
A very nice place in the country but close to town. Would stay again

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
Great house in a great location! Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in bozeman
very nice and wonderful people that run it

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Log Home
Phenomenal home in a great location. The lodge is huge and and has plenty of hangout, cooking and bathroom space. We were only a group of 4, so it was waaay too much house for us, but we are so glad we stayed there. The short walk down to the Gallatin became a morning and evening ritual for us - as did sleeping with the windows open and listening to the river’s noises. We would love to come back in the winter with the rest of the family and stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 18, 2020
We're so glad that you found us and booked yourselves a stayover at the Lucky Dog Lodge during your trip across the country! Of course we feel like it is truly a special place, but it's always nice to hear that other people do as well. We hope come back again. Be well, Paul

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A rose amongst thorns
The house exceeded our expectations. The manager was responsive to our needs. The neighborhood was substandard but the house is well insulated with foliage and the view of the mountains is great.

10/10 Excellent

Isabel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing for big groups!
This place absolutely satisfied all of the needs for our group of 20! We went fishing on the beautiful river, had plenty of room for sleeping and hanging out, cooked big meals in the kitchen (and had plenty of forks and plates and cups!), and had easy access to Bridger Bowl where some of us skied for the first time! Paul was extremely accommodating and an amazing host, I would highly recommend staying at one of his properties and would definitely do so again! Thank you so much for facilitating a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2020
We love hearing about peoples' great experiences while staying at the Lucky Dog Lodge - we hope you come back for many more experiences!

10/10 Excellent

Donald U.

Liked: Cleanliness
ski trip
Good in between spot for skiing Big Sky and Bridger. Its right by the river which is cool and with the sauna and hot tub its a great place to hang out. The history of the lodge is pretty cool and the building itself is impressive.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
We're so glad you enjoyed your time at the Lucky Dog! It is an amazing structure and fascinating history for certain. Thanks for taking the time to post your review and we hope you can come back for round two.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place for our retreat!
We just returned from a work (and play) retreat at Lucky Dog Lodge. Three of our team members live in the Bozeman area so I was tasked with finding a rental home that would fit our Atlanta-based team members and their spouse/kids. The house is beautiful and was in a great location; gas stations and restaurants were with in a couple of miles. Downtown Bozeman was a short 15-minute drive away. We were central to Bridger Bowl and Big Sky for skiing. The proximity to Bozeman Hot Springs, after a couple of days of skiing, was nice as well! We found the house exactly as we expected after viewing it online. The heated floors downstairs were so nice; and considering we had 17 of us staying in the home, it was very quiet. Parking at the lodge wasn't an issue. We had 3 rental cars that easily fit in the driveway. However, if needed, the additional parking is very convenient. We really enjoyed our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucky Dog Lodge
Amazing place for a large family/friend get-together. Great location - close to Big Sky, Bridger Bowl and downtown Bozeman.

10/10 Excellent

Frank M., Temple Terrace, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic ski trip at the River Bend Cabin
The cabin was very well equipped and appointed and extremely comfortable for the six of us. The location of the cabin is perfectly situated between the two ski areas and we enjoyed ski ing at both. I really appreciated that Paul was able to change our reservation at the last minute due to a health problem causing half of our original group to drop out of the trip. I would highly recommend this cabin for a very comfortable stay in the Bozman area and hope to return soon. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Thanks for your review, it's always good to hear from happy guests after a visit to the Lucky Dog Lodge. We look forward to your return! Paul

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Bowl Sunday!
We had so much fun at the Lucky Dog Lodge for super bowl Sunday! There was plenty of room for everyone and we had everything we needed, the hot spring is just a short drive away and felt so good to relax in. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
We're so glad to hear about your Lucky Dog Lodge experience! With our new Opticom super fast data connection for tv and internet, we're glad to have 10x the speed and reliability finally, esp on days like the Super Bowl:) We hope to have you back again soon. Paul

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Cabin
We always have a wonderful time at the Lucky Dog Lodge. It's huge and feels out in the woods next to a stream but is close enough to Bozeman to also do things in town. Paul is very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Such a lovely cabin right on the river. Customer service was excellent! We had a great time and the cabin provided everything we needed. Only downfall is it is located a ways away from downtown but set right on the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Always great to hear! It's the closest riverside location to downtown Bozeman and the 9 mile trip can be 15-20 min now so it's good to know. Soon there will be a grocery store in 4 Corners (1 mile away). Come back and see us again sometime! Paul

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Great spot for a group. The house has a lot of character and the location on the river can't be beat. A few minor issues were quickly taken care of by the property manager. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great home with great space
Communication was great and we loved the space ! It was a little far from everything and I didn’t care for the couch. Other than that, everyone had a great time

10/10 Excellent

Clinton W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucky Dog Lodge
We had a wonderful family vacation stay at Lucky Dog Lodge. The house had plenty of room for eight adults and five children. The property manager was helpful and responsive to our questions. The children loved playing in the Gallatin River. This is a lovely home for a large group that offers easy access to Yellowstone and other activities in the Bozeman area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Great time at the Lucky Dog Lodge
We stayed at the Lucky Dog Lodge for a 20 person fishing trip. Such a great place and location. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Great lodge!
It was the perfect setting for me and my staff to spend the week. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
We thank you for renting our place as a local resident. Bringing folks from near and afar surely must be rewarding. Glad you enjoyed the spacious gathering spot.

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

This place was great for our large family. It is beautiful.
The driveway was shoveled and the place was clean and wonderful for a large family. I would absolutely recommend this to any large group looking to stay in Bozeman. Great place. The outside garbage cans were full when we got there and we couldn't get the hot tub to maintain a temp above 96, but otherwise it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
We're so glad you had a good time at the Lucky Dog Lodge! We are approaching 20 years of operation with no end in sight. I apologize for the garbage cans being full, pickup day is Tues so your Wed arrival should have had empty cans. And I will check the hot tub, usually it only cools off if the lid is left open but maybe there was a setting preventing it from getting to its 102F target - thanks for letting me know. Until next time, Paul

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin O.

Incredible spot for family get-togethers.
This lodge is a fantastic spot to bring your outdoorsy relatives. Even though the weather during our stay was very cold, it was always warm back at the lodge. It’s incredibly spacious and clean, and the proximity to the hot springs is a huge plus! We would absolutely stay here when we visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
We never get tired of hearing this! And we are very glad that the sun is now providing the electricity for the Lodge for everything from making coffee to heating the hot tub thanks to our 2018 solar electric system. Thanks for taking such good care of the place during your stay and we hope to have you back anytime you wish! Paul, owner, Bozeman Cottage Vacation Rentals Jeff & Diana, owners, Lucky Dog Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Great home. Really comfy and large. We felt right at home. Would love to stay here again.
We had a great time and loved Pauls huge and spacious home
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Great Lodge. Perfect for our ski team.
Lucky Dog Lodge was fantastic. It was a perfect spot for our NCAA ski team with enough room to comfortably fit 14 athletes (co-ed) and two coaches. We had wax space in the basement, laundry, and a very large kitchen perfect for feeding everyone. Paul was awesome and got us an extra coffee maker. Highly recommend for location, owner, and the lodge itself. It's clearly a special place for many reasons, including the story behind the lodge.

10/10 Excellent

Lesly H.

nice size
great place, we had a lot of fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

Enjoyed!
We enjoyed our stay at Lucky Dog Lodge. Lot's of room to gather and visit and play games. Bed's were comfortable. Beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Gina M.

Beautiful lodge, very comfortable for all.
Beautiful lodge that was perfect for our growing family to gather in. Children had room to play and relax while adults could visit and catch up. Had all the amenities we could ask for in the kitchen and baths. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Toni A.

We had a great time at the LuckyDog lodge. The accommodations exceeded our expectations.
We will stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

So happy
Warm and cozy ! Excellent weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wayne F., Grand Rapids, MN, USA

Family ski trip
Stayed at Lucky Dog Lodge for three days with my son, sons-in-law, and grandsons while we skied at Bridger and Big Sky. Also spent an hour or so each evening at Bozeman Hot Springs which is almost within walking distance of the Lodge. The Lodge was fantastic. Excellent furnishings, comfortable beds, great location. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018