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The Ponds-A Working Ranch

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Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ponds-A Working Ranch

Beautiful home at the base of the Bitterroot Mountains. 5 bedroom 3.5 bathrooms on 40 acres with swimming, fishing, pickleball court, basketball, canoeing, biking, hiking, wildlife, elk, deer, ducks and geese, etc.. Truly an oasis but just minutes from Hamilton and the Bitterroot Bike Trail. A vacation dream this property is in the perfect location to explore the entire Bitterroot Valley. The views of the Sapphire and Bitterroot Mountain ranges are spectacular.

Property manager

Doug Schallenberger

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Ponds A Working Hamilton
The Ponds-a Working Ranch Hamilton
The Ponds-a Working Ranch Private vacation home
The Ponds-a Working Ranch Private vacation home Hamilton

About the area

Map
Hamilton, MT

What's nearby

  • Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital - 7 min drive
  • Daly Mansion - 9 min drive
  • Sawtooth Trailhead - 12 min drive
  • Blodgett Creek Trailhead - 21 min drive
  • Stock Farm Club - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Missoula Intl. Airport (MSO) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Florence Coffee Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bitter Root Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Town Pump - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Higherground Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ponds-A Working Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ponds-A Working Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ponds-A Working Ranch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ponds-A Working Ranch located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Bitterroot Valley and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Bitterroot River. Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital and Sawtooth Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Ponds-A Working Ranch Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Salda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
August visit
We came into town for a wedding. When we got there there was a storm that had just come through and knocked out the power. Doug made sure we had flashlights and lanterns if needed. The property is amazing and peaceful. The house has ample room for everyone to have privacy too! Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
This place was a great house and property to stay. My family and I enjoyed it. The area and the property are gorgeous. The house is huge with activities to do inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
This is our 3rd stay at the ponds house. It is spacious and beautiful, close to town but feels secluded. The owner is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. Great property for kids and families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bitterroots
A group of U of M grads from many years ago get together every year for a reunion. We chose this location due to past experiences hiking, fishing and camping. As we get older, places like Doug's make perfect sense to us and he is the ultimate host. The house is large with the ability to take a large group comfortably and the amenities are endless with the game room, water activities in the pond and a pickle ball court on site. Hamilton is close for everything you might need and this area has the solitude one would want if they wanted to get away from it all. Thanks Doug!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We loved our stay in Hamilton. House was clean and spacious. Great game room above the garage that the kids & teens loved. A pond in the front yard and one in the back that everyone enjoyed. Scenery and sunsets were beautiful from the property. Host was very responsive when we needed him. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAWNA K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We enjoyed our stay at The Ponds while in town for a wedding. Doug and Lori made the process easy and our guests enjoyed the beautiful scenery and peacefulness offered at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay.....again!
This is the third time we have stayed at this property--it is perfect! There is room for everyone, and lots to do. The game room over the garage allows people to have fun and be loud without disrupting those in the main house. The property is beautiful, and the views are spectacular! Doug is extremely accommodating and easy to communicate with. We hope to be able to stay here again! Thanks so much, Doug!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
It was a wonderful stay with family. Very clean. Beautiful views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for a Large Group
If you have a large group, this is a great place to stay. Plenty of room in the house and lots to do outside. Pickleball was a big hit with our group. Loved the animals coming around. Well-stocked kitchen. The fun room above the garage is a great hang-out spot. While we didn't have young children, they would have loved this area. If we ever go back with a large group, this is the first place I will look into.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Montana Ranch Property
This property was fantastic for our family. The kids (both under five) absolutely loved it - cows, horses, sheep, tire swing, pond, etc. Very scenic, incredible mountain vistas everywhere you look. Convenient, but removed, location as well. Doug is great.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Beautiful property
The property was Amazing and so perfect for families. We had an amazing family trip. Great house for those traveling with young children- there is SO much to do you don’t even need to leave the house. My toddlers loved all the cows and animals on the property and being able to fish in the pond. There is a basketball court/ pickle ball court as well little bikes and cars for toddlers to ride The views are spectacular on the property. The beds were also very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fun stay in Hamilton
Cute place nestled back off the main road. Stunning views, very peaceful and quiet. The space was great for our family get away. Doug has everything there that you could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
pictures don’t do it justice!
Lori and Doug’s house is wonderful! The views were incredible and the pictures do not do this house justice. There was more space than expected and the house not only offered everyone their own space but also plenty of space to gather!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
This is our 2nd year in a row staying here, and it was just as great as the first! Tons of room for our whole family! The bonus/game room is perfect for group fun without disrupting the rest of the house. Plenty of room for meals, lounging, etc. The property is gorgeous, and Doug was accommodating and easy to communicate with. Can't say enough great things about our stay and this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual gathering of friends
Six guys who spent years working together have now been getting together in MT each Fall to do a little hunting and/or fishing. More importantly we get together to keep our friendship going. Doug, your place provided a great place for our Garth this year. It was very convenient for hunting and fishing, and a very comfortable house. Thanks much.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was our second stay at the Ponds. Once again it was amazing! Such a great space for families. My kids never want to leave the property, which is fine because we don’t either!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant and peaceful
The home is very beautiful quiet and relaxing. We saw deer every day as well as different birds. Sitting on the back deck in the early morning drinking coffee is a wonderful way to start your day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Big Sky
This is an exceptional property and a hidden gem. My wife and I took our 14 year old and two adult children with their significant others. Without hesitation, we all agreed it was the best vacation ever. And, that is above trips to Maui. There is something to do for everyone on this property. We didn’t have to leave as it is all right there. Ponds to swim, fish, and kayak. A basketball court, pickle ball, pool table, ping pong, fire pit, and much more. We made memories of a lifetime and can’t wait to return. Doug was an exceptional host and we are forever grateful to him for sharing paradise with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
The house is beautiful and in a gorgeous location. There is so much for kids to do right on the property--swimming, basketball, ping pong, fishing, kayaking . . .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hamilton Heaven!
You have to see it to believe it! 40 amazing acres with 2 beautiful ponds and creeks which bring in all kinds of wildlife: mule deer, elk, muskrats, beavers, herons, ducks, geese and a pile of songbirds. All in the shadow of the breathtaking Bitterroot Mountains, with some of the best hikes in the world. Stunning Blodgett Canyon is only 15 minutes away! Oh, and don't forget the kayaks, a basketball and pickle ball court, pool table, and ping pong table! Doug and Lori are amazing, although we never had the need to call them. Well, except to complain about how worn out my kids were from all of the fun activities provided! Thanks for everything, and see you next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Relaxing
This property has everything you need. This is a large house with many rooms. I counted five beds and one set of bunk beds, family room, TV room, and a game room over the garage. There is so much to do nearby. But honestly, why leave? Toss a kayak in pond and paddle around. Sit of the porch swing and watch the red wing black birds, great blue herons, killdeers, etc. If we venture back to Hamilton with a large group again then this will be where we land.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bitterroot Getaway
This was my first VRBO use and it exceed expectations. The house is well equipped as described in the info page and in great location for exploring both the nearby towns and surrounding countryside. The house is large and comfortable, terrific game room/social area above the garage. We would most certainly like to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lost Trail get away
Little under an hour from Lost Trail ski hill. Perfect place for après-ski. Very close to downtown Hamilton which is a fun spot to check out. Good food and better people. Great views from the house with ample room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property for a group of friends
The house is located on a ranch with easy access, privacy and it is surrounded by open space including a pond. There are six bedrooms in addition to several large community spaces. The kitchen is well-equipped and perfect for group cooking. This is one of the nicest VRBO's I have seen, I recommend it highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Holiday Location
Had a fantastic time at this beautiful home! TONS of space for everyone. Loved the bonus room with ping pong, pool table, and poker table. The views & property were 2nd to none! Thanks, Doug & Lori, for sharing your place with us! Hope to make this a regular spot for our family gatherings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021