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Artful Escapes: The Ranch at Rock Creek

This celebrated Montana property debuts two new private cabins and welcomes a Michelin-starred executive chef

By Lane Nieset
Rustic wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and trees in a serene forest setting.
The Ranch at Rock Creek. Photo: COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK

After 20 years searching Montana for his ideal ranch, owner Jim Manley discovered a 6,600-acre estate near the tiny mining town of Philipsburg in 2007. Now the all-inclusive Ranch at Rock Creek embraces its cattle- ranching roots through a modernized 19th-century barn, which houses a trio of rustic rooms, and an extensive menu of Western activities like roping lessons, clay shooting, and sapphire mining. The two new cabins, Red Tail and Golden Eagle, located on a remote stretch of the property, evoke a more upscale, Victorian vibe than the other eclectically decorated accommodations, with crystal chandeliers suspended over elegant claw- foot tubs.

Cozy bedroom with rustic decor, including a wooden desk, large windows with snowy view, and a red chaise lounge.
Guest cabin. Photo: COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK
Cozy rustic living room with stone fireplace, wood walls, large windows, couches, and decor.
Photo: COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK
Rustic kitchen with wooden beams, teal tile backsplash, white cabinets, hanging lights, and four stools at the island.
Photo: COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK
Rustic bathroom with a clawfoot tub, chandelier, large window, and wooden accents.
Guest accommodations. Photo: COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK

With the recent addition of Michelin-starred executive chef Zachary Ladwig, the property is serving up elevated ranch-to-table fare, including a Montana dashi with smoked dried elk and foraged mushrooms as well as heritage chicken roasted on organic hay and herbs.

A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2025 Summer Issue in the section “Artful Escapes.” Subscribe to the magazine.