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Lone
Mountain Ranch Joins National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World
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101-year-old
Montana guest ranch is one of the few North American
properties to
be selected in curated collection of ‘lodges that inspire’
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Big
Sky, MT – May 2016 / Newsmaker Alert / Lone Mountain Ranch announces
it has joined National
Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World. The Unique Lodges portfolio
includes a total of 45 members on six continents. Launched in January 2015,
the properties in the Unique Lodges collection offer a host of authentic
and responsible travel experiences. Lone
Mountain Ranch is among an exclusive group of distinguished properties
whom have each demonstrated their commitment to authenticity, excellence,
and sustainability, while offering outstanding guest experiences that support
the protection of cultural and natural heritage.
First
homesteaded in 1915, Lone Mountain Ranch has long been recognized as one
of the premier guest ranches in the country. Listed on the National Registry
of the Historic Places, Lone Mountain Ranch is a respected member of the
Dude Rancher’s Association, an Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge, as well
as an award-winning cross country ski destination. Lone Mountain Ranch
offers a stunning array of outdoor activities including professionally
guided tours of Yellowstone National Park and world class alpine skiing
at nearby Big Sky Resort. Lone Mountain Ranch delivers authentic experiences
that are life-inspiring.
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“Lone
Mountain Ranch’s history, heritage and connection to the community, plus
its unique position as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park, creates
a natural synergy with National Geographic’s mission and purpose,” said
Paul Makarechian, CEO, Makar
Properties. “We are honored to be a part of the National Geographic
family and plan to continue to expand the relationship for years to come.”
National
Geographic Unique Lodges of the World offers travelers a full-service experience
from booking to checkout. Travelers can browse all of the properties on
the Unique Lodges Website and request a reservation at the lodge.
Guests
that book through National Geographic Unique Lodges will receive a "National
Geographic Exclusive" experience. Lone Mountain Ranch has curated
two exclusive experiences based on seasonality. In the warmer months,
guests are invited to join a naturalist for a guided walk along the Gallatin
River, where you'll learn about the key factors involved in preserving
and protecting the watershed before enjoying a delicious stream-side picnic.
During the winter season, guests will join a historian to hear stories
from early days at the ranch, followed by a private chef's dinner featuring
local ingredients and Western cuisine.
For
more information about National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World,
visit www.nationalgeographiclodges.com.
About
Lone Mountain Ranch
Located
on 148 pristine acres in Big Sky, Montana, Lone Mountain Ranch is just
an hour drive from Bozeman Airport, 18 miles north of Yellowstone National
Park, and 7 miles away from Big Sky Resort. The property consists of 30
rooms located within 24 unique cabins as well as a restaurant and saloon,
pavilion, retail shop, equestrian facilities, and meeting spaces.
Lone
Mountain Ranch is a destination where guests disconnect from the world,
while connecting with others through unforgettable adventures in a natural
setting. Moments are crafted through discovery, exceptional people, fun
activities, and a breathtaking environment.The ranch is owned and operated
by Makar Properties, LLC. For more information, visit LoneMountainRanch.com,
follow us on Instagram @lonemtnranch, or join us on Facebook.
About
National Geographic Travel
National
Geographic Travel creates authentic, meaningful and engaging travel experiences
through National Geographic Traveler magazine; National Geographic Expeditions;
National
Geographic Unique Lodges of the World; travel books; maps; digital
travel content; and travel photography programs. National Geographic Traveler
(six issues per year) is the world’s most widely read travel magazine and
has 17 international editions. National Geographic Expeditions offers a
variety of unique travel experiences led by top experts to more than 80
destinations across all seven continents. Travel opportunities include
family and student expeditions, active adventures, journeys with G Adventures,
private jet trips and voyages on the six expedition ships in the National
Geographic- Lindblad fleet, as well as photography workshops, expeditions
and seminars. The National Geographic Travel digital group shares its inspiring
and authoritative digital content such as trip ideas, photo galleries,
blogs and apps with its @NatGeoTravel community of 15 million. National
Geographic Travel books bring readers curated travel advice, photography
and insider tips.
About
Makar Properties, LLC
Makar
Properties, LLC is a forward thinking real estate investment company specializing
in boutique and luxury hotels and curating a collection of distinctly authentic
and timeless guest experiences. Properties are located in growth markets
with high barriers to entry. Since 2001, Makar has developed and managed
over $2 Billion in land entitlement, commercial and residential and hospitality
real estate assets. Makar Properties include Palm Springs’ Korakia Pensione,
the Moroccan oasis voted one of the sexiest hotels in America by New York
Times; and the historic Lone Mountain Ranch located at the gates of Yellowstone
in Big Sky, Montana. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach,California
along with the Makarechian Foundation, dedicated to preserving culture,
history and community. Learn more at MakarProperties.com.
Media
Contact:
Kelly
Vogt Campbell
Harmonica
for Makar Properties
310-927-4537 |