By Ellie Boeschenstein EBS CONTRIBUTOR
Wilson Peak Properties is a vacation rental and property management company serving the Big Sky area with owner Amanda Doty at the helm. She is a true Big Sky local with a longstanding history of the community. Clients trust her professionalism, friendliness, passion and experience in customer relations. When Doty is not hard at work serving clients, you can find her exploring all that Montana has to offer. She has great recommendations for people to be able to experience Montana in the best way possible.
Explore Big Skay spoke with Doty to learn more about her experience in Big Sky and to hear about Wilson Peak Properties.
This series is part of a paid partnership with the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce. The following answers have been edited for brevity.
Explore Big Sky: First, tell me about yourself. What brought you to Big Sky?
Amanda Doty: I am a wife, mother, and small business owner. After graduating from high school in the [Gallatin Valley], I attended Montana State University. My interest in the hospitality industry led me to Big Sky in 2015.
EBS: What inspired you to focus on property management and real estate in Big Sky, Montana?
AD: I’ve always had a fascination with real estate. My family’s relocation to the Gallatin Valley in 2002, where my father and brother began building homes in the Yellowstone Club, further piqued my interest. I was captivated by the area’s beauty. While I explored life outside of Montana as a young adult, I was always drawn back and eventually decided to put down roots here.
EBS: What types of properties do you manage, and what services do you offer property owners?
AD: We manage luxury vacation rentals and private homes. For vacation rentals, we offer comprehensive management services, while our private home management is tailored to the specific needs of each homeowner.
EBS: How has the growth of Big Sky impacted your business and the local housing market?
AD: Big Sky’s growth has positively impacted my business. Like many others who benefit from Big Sky’s tourism, the area’s expansion has been a driver of success.
EBS: How does Wilson Peak Properties contribute to the Big Sky community?
AD: At Wilson Peak Properties, we prioritize creating a positive work culture and believe in hiring locally. We invest in our team to support their ability to live, work and play in Big Sky. We also strive to educate visitors about responsible tourism, aiming to protect our beautiful landscape.
EBS: How do you navigate seasonality in Big Sky’s real estate and rental market?
AD: We embrace seasonality in Big Sky’s real estate and rental market. We understand the ebb and flow and plan our operations accordingly.
EBS: What are some of the biggest challenges you face?
AD: One of the biggest challenges we face is inflation. Rising costs affect both our business operations and our guests’ ability to travel to Big Sky.
EBS: What do you enjoy most about living and working in Big Sky?
AD: I love Big Sky’s sense of remoteness and the beauty of the surrounding mountains. I also cherish the entrepreneurial spirit of the community and the ongoing efforts to preserve Big Sky’s unique character amidst growth.
EBS: Is there anything else you would like to share?
AD: We are a local Big Sky company with a mission to elevate the vacation rental and property management industry in our area. Our team is passionate, trustworthy, and dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients, guests, and properties. We have over a decade of local, industry-specific experience and understand the importance of building strong relationships with both property owners and guests. At Wilson Peak Properties, we prioritize meticulous property maintenance, cultivating loyal guest relationships, creating local job opportunities and supporting our community. Our goal is to ensure that your Big Sky home is well cared for and that your guests have memorable experiences. We are the elite team of local professionals that you and your Big Sky home deserve.
