You will feel like you've traveled back to 1945 when you see this sweet vintage Forest Service leased cabin on the banks of Big Creek in Paradise Valley. It was originally built in 1920 by Livingston dentists and updated in 1945. The covered front porch, log interior, stacked rock fireplace, and beamed ceilings evoke a simpler time without the constant ping of cell phones and computers (although you have great cell service at the site!). The cabin has been lovingly maintained throughout the years with updated wiring and hot water on demand at the kitchen sink. Spring water is gravity fed to the kitchen sink. The bedroom fits a queen size bed, and your hide-a-bed in the living room will add extra sleeping space. The only toilet is an outhouse behind the cabin. The Forest Service Special Use Permit includes 3 acres, and the cabin is surrounded by Forest Service land and Mountain Sky Guest Ranch. Cabin must be used at least 16 days per year, it cannot be a full-time residence, no rentals are allowed, horses or other livestock may not be housed on the land full-time. Ask your Realtor for other details about using this rustic cabin and land for your getaway!
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$349Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jon Ellen Snyder• ERA Landmark Real Estate Livingston
Own a piece of Paradise Valley history near the Mountain Sky Ranch. Make take a step back in history and make new memories in this quintessential hand-hewn log cabin, with covered porch, wood stove, rock fireplace, and all of the charm in your Western dreams. Originally built in 1920 by Livingston dentists, and updated in 1945, and well loved and maintained continuously through today. This recreational, seasonal use only, cabin occupies USFS leased land, on at Big Creek and Hyalite Creek, is fenced, and sits quietly among trees and visiting wildlife. The cabin does have electricty, kitchen, bedroom, living room, out house, wood shed, lawn, and visiting wildlife. Includes a wood stove and classic wood cooking range, refrigerator, and never ending charm and memories. About 3 acres, for sitting areas, horse shoe pit, and enjoying nature at it's finest. A gravity fed system from a spring supplies water to the kitchen and exterior watering. Lovingly owned for generations by same family.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$524 (−11.3%)
$76,870
2024
$591 (+8.0%)
$76,870
2023
$547 (+11.2%)
$69,600
2022
$492 (+3.5%)
$69,600
2021
$475 (+0.4%)
$45,900
2020
$473 (+4.6%)
$45,900
2019
$452 (+24.0%)
$40,410
2017
$365 (+7.2%)
$24,080
2016
$340 (−0.9%)
$24,080
2015
$343 (+12.5%)
$23,210
2014
$305
$23,210
Tax history for 19 Hyalite Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$524 (−11.3%)
$76,870
2024
$591 (+8.0%)
$76,870
2023
$547 (+11.2%)
$69,600
2022
$492 (+3.5%)
$69,600
2021
$475 (+0.4%)
$45,900
2020
$473 (+4.6%)
$45,900
2019
$452 (+24.0%)
$40,410
2017
$365 (+7.2%)
$24,080
2016
$340 (−0.9%)
$24,080
2015
$343 (+12.5%)
$23,210
2014
$305
$23,210
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
572
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Park County
APN
49-0431-18-4-01-01-4001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 572
Above Grade Finished Area: 572
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Log
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek, River Front
Has View
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Possible Use: Recreational
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : 3
Lot Size Area: 3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3
Zoning Description: NONE - None/Unknown
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $547
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Spring
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 89 South to Big Creek Road, follow Big Creek Road to Hyalite Creek Road and turn right then drive to cabin. The gate for the cabin is on the left immediately after the bridge over Big Creek.
Subdivision Name: Other
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 572
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Park County
APN: 49-0431-18-4-01-01-4001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: BigSkyCountryMls
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Arrowhead School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 12.5mi
Arrowhead 7-8
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 12.5mi
Park High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 29.3mi
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