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A New Kind of Philanthropy

A New Kind of Philanthropy

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Overview of A New Kind of Philanthropy

Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Livingston, MT
  • Popular LocationDePuy Spring Creek23 min drive
  • Popular LocationChico Hot Springs24 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontana State University-Bozeman55 min drive
  • AirportBozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

A New Kind of Philanthropy

BEFORE BOOKING, please note, we have a strict check-in window of 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This is to ensure your safety because the area has spotty cell service and to ensure that you will be navigating while it is still daylight. A 4WD vehicle is required to access The Cargill-Earl Guesthouse. This is necessary because of the bumpy and muddy roads. There is free parking on the property.

The Cargill-Earl Guesthouse at Erik's Ranch is privately situated on 230 acres of land, Off-The-Grid, with 360-degree, unobstructed panoramic views. Luxuriate in peace, solitude and privacy where the sunrise and sunset guide your days. We want our guests to feel they are living in the extraordinary Montana landscape, with the protection and comfort of living indoors, thus our glass houses with entire walls that open to the great outdoors.

Erik's Ranch/Dry Creek rates include lodging and two Erik’s Montana Adventures tours (Chimney Rock and Antelope Butte Hikes). Other Erik’s Montana Adventures tours are available for an additional cost. These include trail rides, a pony lead for younger riders, a horse meet and greet offered year-round, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, and a sunset grizzly excursion. Erik's is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and families. The Cargill-Earl Guesthouse offers 360-degree views of the mountains. Contemporary living—off the grid with no sacrifices. Two bedrooms, one with a King bed and the other a Queen, two private baths, a living area with a full size sofa bed and fully furnished kitchen, and an outdoor grill perfect for cookouts. Plush towels. Solar heat. Complete privacy in a place that will take your breath away.

COVID-19 Response: Just like you, all of us at Erik’s Ranch & Retreats are working hard to keep everyone comfortable and safe. You can rest assured that our houses are cleaned after check outs. We are taking every precaution to keep our staff, members, and guests at ease during this uncertain time. Here is what we are doing between stays, as a commitment to our guests comfort:

1. Sanitizing all hard surfaces including handles and floors.

2. All bedding—including comforters cleaned prior to each visit.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
When you are inside, please treat the house as though it were your own home and kindly remove your shoes.
Absolutely no bonfires, please. Paradise Valley is dry and windy.
If you will be traveling with a gun, please keep it locked inside your car at all times.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Livingston

Located in Livingston, this cabin is in a rural area. Chico Hot Springs and Livingston Golf & Country Club 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 Yellowstone River. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Map
Livingston, MT

What's nearby

  • DePuy Spring Creek - 23 min drive
  • Chico Hot Springs - 24 min drive
  • Livingston Golf & Country Club - 34 min drive
  • Montana State University-Bozeman - 55 min drive
  • Museum of the Rockies - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yellowstone Valley Grill - 17 min drive
  • Yellowstone Valley Grill - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A New Kind of Philanthropy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A New Kind of Philanthropy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A New Kind of Philanthropy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A New Kind of Philanthropy located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Gallatin National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Yellowstone River and DePuy Spring Creek. Chico Hot Springs and Sacajawea Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bonnie E., Billings, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
King of the hill
The best views one could hope for. Absolutely isolated. King of the mountain. No other lights in sight at night time. Worth every penny. Thank you Eriks Ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Love love love
I have been here before and I will be back. Such a special place.

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Clancy

Paradise in Paradise Valley
Wonderful place with breathtaking views- did horseback ride & guided hike- will definitely be back- great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Peter W.

Great private location
Views and tranquility in abundance. The cabin could use a few finishing details (like drawer and cupboard pulls) and better ventilation when the sun hits the large fixed glass walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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Kathryn Nordberg is Founder and CEO of Erik’s Ranch & Retreats, Inc.

Kathryn Nordberg has held executive positions with organizations in technology, packaged goods and health care. She is recognized for innovative solutions to long-standing operational challenges and her ability to create positive outcomes for long-term projects with multimillion-dollar budgets. She has leadership experience in strategic and organizational planning, management, marketing, partnership development and alliances, sales, new product development and communications.

Nordberg also has an adult son with autism. She became the founding chairperson of Families for Early Autism Treatment in 1995 when no funding or early intervention programs were available in Minnesota. In 1997, she participated in bringing behavioral therapist Ivar Lovaas to Minnesota to share his Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for early intervention with children with autism. She also challenged the Minneapolis public school system status quo, creating awareness about the lack of efficacy of its program for children with autism, laying the groundwork for the assistance available for families desiring ABA.

With Nordberg’s experience as the foundation for Erik’s Retreat, we understand the need for individual choices and how to support that. Through professionally trained staff, careful planning and communication with residents, members, and families, and the employment of innovation in everything we do, we believe that living a life of promise is within everyone’s reach. “I believe that if I can imagine it, we can achieve it.”

Why they chose this property

Erik’s Ranch is a nonprofit organization that offers upscale lodging run by young adults with autism. They are tour guides, sous chefs, horse groomers, and more. All for whom meaningful careers are scarce.

You are part of the solution.

When you stay with us, you’ll be in a beautiful house just 45 minutes from Yellowstone while providing living accommodations, social opportunities, and significant work for our members.

Welcome to Erik's Ranch. Where vision knows no bounds.

What makes this property unique

At Erik's Ranch, we cater to outdoor enthusiasts, skiers, hikers, stargazers and everyone in between with endless recreational activities available to you during your stay.

There are tours led by young adults with autism, nearby skiing at Bridger Bowl, Yellowstone National Park, hiking near Gallatin National Forest, world-class trophy fishing in the Yellowstone River, Chico Hot Springs, shoping and dining in old Western town Livingston, and scuba diving or ice climbing at Hyalite Canyon!
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