Livingston, Montana, with its grand mountain views and immense natural landscape, was the perfect backdrop for this wilderness getaway—and a sleek bifold glass wall to take in the view. Aptly named Wander Yellowstone Valley, the year-round vacation rental features modern home design inspired by luxury hospitality while celebrating the surrounding wilderness.
Completed by Basecamp Supply & Construction, the 3,082-square-foot retreat boasts state-of-the-art amenities, high-tech systems, and expansive glass for a seamless connection to the natural landscape. The result is a luxurious yet inviting mountain scape for year-round adventure and relaxation. Did we mention it’s only 45 minutes away from Yellowstone National Park?
A Yellowstone Residential Wonder and Vacation Getaway with a Bifold Glass Wall
Modern Home Design Celebrates the Wild Beauty of the Yellowstone Landscape
Mirroring the calm expanse of the surrounding terrain, like an extension of the land itself, the home’s flat roof and low, grounded profile create a harmonious balance between architecture and nature. Clad in vertical wood siding, the exterior echoes the landscape's tones, while large windows and a bifold glass wall offer a glimpse of the inviting interiors.
Wander Yellowstone Valley’s minimal footprint is apparent, causing minimal disruption to the natural ecosystem and allowing the landscape to take center stage. However, it is inside that the experience truly begins. Here, three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and spacious open-concept living spaces reveal a breathtaking getaway for recreation and leisure.
Open-Concept Spaces and High-Tech Integrations
The main living area combines the kitchen, dining room, and living space into one spacious, light-filled area. The décor is minimal, allowing the framed landscape views to serve as artwork. Natural materials are used throughout, from the hardwood flooring and dark wood kitchen cabinets to the natural stone fireplace and stylistic wood ceiling beams.
True to modern home design, high-tech integrations simplify daily tasks. Guests can use their smartphones to unlock doors, turn on lights, and adjust the thermostat. Throughout the home, interiors are filled with natural light, while in the evenings, soft, recessed lighting creates a warm, tranquil atmosphere.
Dreamy Bedrooms and Bathrooms for Optimal Relaxation
The primary bedroom features a king bed facing full-height glass walls that frame uninterrupted mountain views. A wood-paneled ceiling and neutral rug add warmth and texture. The attached ensuite bathroom continues the same palette of wood and stone, with a freestanding soaking tub positioned beside a picture window and a glass-enclosed rainfall shower.
Two additional guest suites each feature their own ensuite bathroom and have the same connection to the outdoors through large windows and calm, neutral finishes. The interiors are simply furnished, allowing soft textures, organic tones, and durable materials to create an immersive experience with the landscape outside.
Indoor-Outdoor Living Spaces for Lounging and Entertaining
Back in the main living areas, the kitchen features dark wood cabinets that contrast with light stone countertops, adding a rustic mountain charm to the space. Professional-grade appliances blend seamlessly into the layout, while an espresso machine and plenty of cookware make the area practical for extended stays. A large island offers seating for casual meals or conversations, while an adjacent farmhouse-style dining table provides a more formal space for dining with a view.
The living room continues the home’s subdued palette with a stone-clad gas fireplace, exposed wood ceiling beams, and comfortable lounge seating oriented toward the superb mountain views. A mounted TV offers entertainment — at least when the landscape isn't stealing the show through the 21-foot-wide bifold glass wall. Together, these elements create a warm and versatile gathering space that feels equally inviting whether the glass doors are opened to the breeze or closed for an unobstructed view of the valley.
The Bifold Glass Wall Solution for Indoor-Outdoor Living
The NanaWall weather performing bifold glass wall features seven 10-foot-tall panels that easily glide into a discreet stack. When open, the outdoors immediately becomes an extension of the home, inviting the fresh mountain air and calming nature sounds. During cold weather, when the panels are closed, minimal frames maintain the connection to the landscape, offering continuous views of the changing landscape. For optimal flexibility, a convenient swing door hinged at the side jamb offers quick indoor-outdoor access year-round.
“The floor-to-ceiling doors give you stunning vistas of the Absaroka Mountains,” says Wander. “During the summer months, you can open up [the NanaWall system] completely to let all of that fresh Montana air inside here with you.”
Energy-Efficient Design For Year-Round Vacationing
Envisioned for year-round vacationing, the mountain getaway was designed with energy-efficient windows and doors for optimal guest comfort. In the living room, the NanaWall SL70 bifold glass wall was specified for its heavy-duty weather performance and structural integrity, a must for the high-wind-prone environment.
The floor supported system was paired with a thermally broken Higher Weather Performance Sill for optimal protection against the elements. The bifold glass wall panels are double-glazed to ensure optimal comfort during the cold, snowy season, even when lounging up against the glass. As snow drifts gently against the glass beyond, guests can settle into the warm living room while watching the valley transform.
A Retreat in the Wilderness for Endless Recreation
Beyond its modern home design, Wander Yellowstone Valley was envisioned as a place to rest and recharge. The property includes a wooden outdoor hot tub, a private sauna, and a compact fitness center in the detached garage. For remote workers, two modern workstations allow guests to work or unwind as needed.
Outside, visitors can explore the 20-acre property or walk to nearby Mill Creek for world-class fly fishing. The valley’s open terrain offers hiking, horseback riding, and seasonal wildlife observation. At night, the absence of artificial light reveals vast night skies, adding to the sense of wonder.
Final Thoughts
Wander Yellowstone Valley retreat is a clear example of how modern home design can celebrate natural surroundings with a minimal footprint and comforts rooted in hospitality. Every detail, from its natural materials and hues to its vast windows and bifold glass wall, is intended to connect visitors to the outdoors, offering an authentic escape into the wilderness. At night, amid the striking mountain backdrop, the retreat appears to glow from within, casting a soft light across the surrounding landscape as guests unwind inside, fully immersed in the beauty of the valley.
Discover how NanaWall bifold glass walls seamlessly connect modern homes to the outdoors in our inspiring project gallery!
