Vacation Rentals, Concierge Service, and Livingston Life with Brooke Laird of Key Montana
May 23, 2025
Tim sits down with Brooke Laird, founder of Key Montana, a full-service vacation rental and property management company based in Livingston, Montana. From managing glamping tents to entire ranches in Paradise Valley, Brooke shares how she built a high-touch hospitality brand that supports second homeowners and visitors alike with warmth, trust, and Montana-level resourcefulness.
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Property Management with Personality
Key Montana was born out of a real need Brooke saw while working in Emigrant over 16 years ago. What started as caretaking a few homes has now grown into a full team of five and a portfolio of over 60 properties.
"We manage everything from one-bedroom studios and glamping tents to a ranch that sleeps 34."
With properties across Paradise Valley and Livingston, the Key Montana team handles both caretaking for absentee owners and full-service vacation rentals—backed by local knowledge and a highly responsive concierge arm.
Service That Feels Personal
Key Montana offers more than just check-ins and cleanings. Their concierge services handle everything from grocery stocking to transportation booking, restaurant reservations, and fly fishing hookups.
"We rarely say no to a guest request. That’s what makes the experience personal."
Each client has access to a "happiness engineer"—a real team member who handles everything from pantry inventory to last-minute birthday candles.
A Rolodex You Can Trust in Paradise Valley
Brooke has spent decades in the Valley and built a deep network of trusted professionals. Whether it’s a plumber, tile expert, or niche home repair, her team knows who to call and how to get it done.
"Livingston and Paradise Valley are tight-knit, rural, and real. You’ve got to know who to call. We do."
This makes Key Montana a go-to for new homeowners and longtime property investors alike.
Peak Season, Off-Grid Conditions
While summer is the busiest for rentals, winter is when the team works the hardest. From keeping pipes from freezing to navigating wild weather and propane logistics, the off-season demands deep commitment.
"Snowstorms and frozen pipes don’t scare us. We just make sure every home is safe and every guest is taken care of."
To learn more about Key Montana, go to https://keymontana.com/.
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