BIG SKY YURT
The Big Sky yurt combines the best of both worlds – excellent quality at a reasonable price. These large custom yurts for sale range from 12’ all the way up to the epic 40’. The Big Sky is packed with generous standard features and has a myriad of custom tiny home options available to suit your tastes.
BUILD STRONG WITH OUR LARGE BIG SKY YURT
Built stronger, longer lasting, and high performing. Our Big Sky Yurt is engineered to withstand extreme conditions while offering the comfort, quality, and durability you can count on for years to come. It’s not just a yurt; it’s a lifetime structure, handcrafted to handle whatever nature throws your way.
The Big Sky Yurt is built to handle serious conditions — and built to last. Every yurt comes with a heavy-duty ⅜" galvanized steel tension cable rated to 14,000 lbs, extra-strong Douglas Fir or Larch rafters, and a laminated compression ring for serious roof strength.
We include built-in awnings and rain diverters over every glass window and door, plus insulated fiberglass French doors with thermal-pane windows — all standard. These aren't upgrades. They're just how we build.
Each Big Sky Yurt is handcrafted in Montana by real people who care about the details. That means tighter joints, smarter design, and a structure that feels as solid as it looks. This is mountain-tested craftsmanship, made to last a lifetime.
BASE PRICING
| 12’ Yurt | … | Starting at $8,480 |
| 16’ Yurt | … | Starting at $11,250 |
| 20’ Yurt | … | Starting at $13,850 |
| 24’ Yurt | … | Starting at $15,850 |
| 27’ Yurt | … | Starting at $17,950 |
| 30’ Yurt | … | Starting at $19,990 |
| 35’ Yurt | … | Starting at $29,780 |
| 40’ Yurt | … | Starting at $39,100 |
*2”x4″ rafters on 12′, 16’, and 20′ yurts are standard, 2”x6” rafters on 24′, 27′, and 30′ yurts are standard, 2”x8″ rafters on 35′ and 40′ yurts are standard.
These prices are for base price only—custom upgrades, features, flooring, and more will increase the price of your yurt build. Contact us for a quote or price your custom build to get started on your dream yurt.
UNRELENTING STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
The Big Sky Yurt is built to handle serious weather with strength and resilience. From premium framing to reinforced components, every detail is engineered for long-term durability and stability in harsh conditions.
Premium Framing Materials
- Roof rafters and snow/wind legs are crafted from Douglas Fir and Larch for unmatched strength.
Engineered for Exceptional Snow & Wind Loads
- 2”x4″ rafters on 12′, 16’, and 20′ yurts are standard
- 2”x6” rafters on 24′, 27′, and 30′ yurts are standard
- 2”x8″ rafters on 35′ and 40′ yurts are standard
Extra-Heavy Duty Tension Cable
- 3/8” heavy duty tension cable of high quality galvanized steel with a 14,000 lb test strength
Durable Fabric System
- Starfire 5-year wall fabric and ProShield 8-year roof fabric
Laminated Compression Ring
- Engineered from fir, larch, and plywood for superior roof support and long-term structural integrity.
ALL OF THE NECESSARY DETAILS
We don’t cut corners. The Big Sky Yurt includes thoughtful features designed for everyday comfort, seasonal performance, and ease of use—because the little things matter.
Tall Wall Height (7’2”)
- 7′ 2″ finished wall height provides spacious headroom and a more open interior feel.
Insulated Exterior Door
- 36″ fiberglass half-light door includes an opening thermal pane window for light and ventilation.
Weather Protection Built-In
- Awnings and rain diverters are included over every glass window and door to keep moisture out.
Clear Vinyl Windows
- 48″x48″ removable windows with bug screens and storm flaps.
- 2 windows on 16’ & 20’ yurts
- 3 windows on 24’, 27’, & 30’ yurts
- 4 windows on 35’ & 40’ yurts
Fixed Clear Dome
- Custom-fit dome at the center brings in natural light and completes the iconic yurt design.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES TO MAKE YOUR YURT UNIQUE
Additional & Custom Doors
- Need another entrance? Want more light or airflow? We’ve got you covered. Every yurt comes standard with a solid fiberglass exterior door featuring a thermal pane window. Add a second door, upgrade to full or half light options, or go big with our popular 48″ French door. Screen doors and screen curtains are also available. and a screen curtain for the French door.
Window Options
- All yurts include flexible 48″ x 48″ vinyl windows with bug screens and storm flaps—but we don’t stop there. You can add more vinyl windows or upgrade to operable, energy-efficient thermal pane glass windows in 3’x3’, 3’x4’, or 3’x5’ sizes. Want extra airflow? Try our 8′ roll-up wall screen—with or without a clear vinyl panel—for maximum views and ventilation.
Insulation Packages
- Our Basic Insulation Package keeps your yurt warm in winter and cool in summer, with sewn wall panels and separate roof insulation for flexibility. For extreme climates, boost your yurt’s R-value with our exclusive Arctic Insulation—an added layer of flexible foam that improves energy efficiency and comfort in the harshest environments.
Fabric Options
- Your yurt, your style. Choose from a wide variety of wall and roof colors to match your environment and taste. For the roof, pick between our ProShield fabric (8-year warranty) or the premium Duro-Last (15-year warranty). For walls, go with Starfire (5-year warranty, sewn seams) or upgrade to Star800 (8-year warranty, welded seams and easy-clean finish).
Bottom Hook & Loop Attachments
- Every Shelter Designs yurt wall comes with grommets spaced every foot around the bottom of the exterior wall to securely anchor the fabric to the floor frame. Take the next step to fully seal the bottom of your wall and keep out stray drafts and those creepy crawlies! This SD exclusive feature connects the wall to the floor frame with 2” hook and loop around the entire bottom perimeter, providing the ultimate seal from the elements.
Central Column
- This is a central pole designed to support the roof in extreme loading conditions. This option is ideal when the yurt is mostly unoccupied or is not maintained during harsh winter conditions. Please call to see if this option is right for you.
Stainless Steel Hardware
- Upgrade your hardware to stainless steel for extreme maritime conditions.
Bottom Splash Band
- Spruce up the look of your yurt while adding extra protection from splashing water and snow accumulation! We make the bottom 18” of your wall with 15-year DuroLast fabric, adding an attractive look and practical protection from the elements.
Snow & Wind Kit
- The snow and wind kit consist of upright supports under each roof rafter, and a cable blocking system in the rafters. The upright supports are attached to the rafters, lattice and floor. These structural components increases the yurt’s ability to withstand extreme load conditions.
Stovepipe Flashing Kit
- Our easy to install flashing kit will be made to fit the size of pipe that you need (up to 8” in diameter). Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page to see what heating option is best for you.
Perimeter Blocking
- Perimeter blocking is a horizontal block line of 2×4 blocks that are installed at the top of the wall between the snow and wind legs. This simple structural upgrade provides a substantial boost to the snow and wind loading capabilities of your yurt.
Center Ring Screen Insert
- Maintain a bug free environment in your yurt while still benefiting from an open skylight for maximum ventilation.
Dome Opener & Tinted Dome
- These are our most popular options. Opening the skylight allows for maximum ventilation, drawing hot air out of your living space. The tinted dome provides a significant shield from the hot sun, keeping your yurt cooler, while still providing a view the blue sky, white clouds, and trees.
Fan Mount
- Keep the air circulating in your yurt by installing a ceiling fan. This attractive mount has an electrical box mortised into it for mounting most types of ceiling fans.
Insulated Window Coverings
- These window coverings will maximize the efficiency of your yurt’s insulation in extremely cold climates.
YURT SHIPPING AVAILABLE IN ALL 50 STATES & MORE
We make shipping your yurt as smooth as possible, whether you’re just down the road or across the globe. We can arrange delivery to all 50 states and even offer international shipping. If you’re within 300 miles of Missoula, Montana, renting a trailer or U-Haul may be more cost-effective than freight. For international orders, we’ll ship your yurt to the nearest port, and from there, you’ll handle final delivery and any customs requirements. Shipping costs are based on the size and weight of your order, and we’re happy to provide an estimate once we know your yurt’s specifications and destination. All shipped yurts are securely crated, and while crate fees apply for freight shipments, local pickups from our shop are crate-fee free. We also provide detailed instructional videos and are happy to recommend experienced installers if you need a hand with setup.
FIND YOUR USE CASE
From the hard-working rancher to the big city suburbanite, we have provided large yurts for sale for personal use ranging from full-time residences and affordable tiny homes to yurt guest houses, backyard yurt offices, and kids’ play spaces. For commercial use, we have seen yurts used at almost every turn. They are incredibly economical rental units for glamping businesses, Air BnBs, VRBOs, resorts, retreat centers and campgrounds.
Ask a Yurt Dweller: Our Customers, Real Stories
Still wondering if a Shelter Designs yurt is the right yurt for you? Check out our video from a yurt dweller and see for yourself why our large yurts for sale are built strong, reliable, and made to check all of your yurt living boxes.
FAQs
April 2025: We are currently experiencing quick turnaround times and are estimating around 6-8 weeks from time of order to completion.
We are not a yurt factory, and we make each wood yurt component from the finest, strongest materials available. In most instances, your yurt is made to order. For instance, we use 28 separate pieces of lumber and 128 screws to build our custom door frames. Our door header has a 3 layer laminate, with the top layer being Red Oak. The bottom plate has a 1/2″ of cedar for extra moisture protection. Such detail cannot be rushed!
We require a 50% deposit when your order is placed. Notice of final payment due will be given 10 days prior to the date the yurt is scheduled for shipping or pick up. We accept cash, check, debit, and all major credit cards. When a debit or credit card is used there will be a 3% transaction fee.
We often get questions about whether we finance our yurts. At this time we do not offer financing. We suggest talking with your small local bank about financing your yurt in a similar way that cars are financed. As always, having adequate collateral is helpful!
Yes—you need to insulate your yurt. We recommend our Basic Insulation Package for most locations and uses. It includes a lightweight, reflective thermal barrier that helps retain heat while your heat source is running—ideal for occasional use or 3-season living in moderate climates. For colder environments or full-time use, our exclusive Arctic Insulation adds a ½” foam layer to boost heat retention and comfort. While no yurt will perform like a traditional home, these options help moderate interior temperatures and make your space more livable year-round. We also suggest insulating your platform and considering additional heat sources or climate control tools like wood stoves or mini-split units for maximum comfort.
We ship yurts to all 50 states and offer international shipping as well. For those within 300 miles of Missoula, Montana, renting a trailer or U-Haul is often more cost-effective than freight delivery. International shipments are delivered to the nearest port, with the buyer responsible for duties, fees, and final transport.
Shipping costs depend on yurt size, window and door types, and location—we’re happy to provide an estimate. All shipped yurts require a crate fee: $700 for standard packages, with an added $200 for glass windows and $300 for SIPS floors. Crate fees are waived for local pickups. Yurts must be picked up within two weeks of completion to avoid storage fees.
Delivery is handled via LTL freight or flatbed truck; you’ll need a forklift on-site and access for a full-size semi. While we don’t offer installation, we can recommend experienced installers. Most customers work with local contractors for platform builds and setup, and we provide detailed video guides to help you every step of the way.
Every area of the country has different requirements for building. Yurts have been classified as permanent, semi-permanent or temporary structures depending on the location and use. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to fully research local codes and inform us of all requirements for compliance before the yurt is ordered. Engineering data is available for all Big Sky Yurt Models from Shelter Designs. You may have to hire a local engineer review our plans and approve them.
Check out our blog on permitting here.
Montana does not have a general-use sales tax. Therefore, Shelter Designs, LLC is not required to, and does not, collect sales or use tax on yurts or yurt accessories picked up at our facility in Missoula, Montana. However, following a 2018 U.S. Supreme Court decision, many states now require out-of-state vendors that do not have a physical presence in their state to collect and remit the taxes on sales of products delivered into their state. Shelter Designs, LLC may not know at the time of a particular sale whether the sale will cause Shelter Designs, LLC to exceed the threshold of activity for your particular state. We, therefore, reserve the right to add sales tax if required by your state. Customers who are exempt from sales tax must provide Shelter Designs, LLC with the appropriate exemption certificate to avert the collection of sales taxes. Customers in states that we do not collect sales taxes for may be subject to a use tax in that state. It is the customer’s responsibility to report and pay the use tax where required.
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