Location: Cascade, Russell Country, Montana, USA (by "blue ribbon" of Missouri River on Dearborn River)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-9)
Keywords: fly fish, swim, wild life, hike Lewis & Clark, pool table, hunt, gamble, games, deck, fire pit, 10A of fields, waterfall, deck, lodge
Wade the Dearborn in the back yard where no one else fishes in this completely renovated custom house on 10 acres of the former Gary Cooper Ranch. Don’t be surprised to see deer, geese and ducks in the window nudging their way near the deck, especially at the spring waterfall that cascades down the slope. if you are especially quiet and observant, the hundreds of acres of park and ranch across the river also have mountain goats, bears, antelope and even the mountain lion.
Help yourself to the library, watch satellite television or DVD movies, or read from the house’s library.
The public put-in is an 11 hour trip; private access to two shorter put-ins make this a recommended site for many Montana guides. Launch from the back yard and float one half mile down the Dearborn River to the Missouri River or from anywhere on the Dearborn to your own private fishing hole among some of nature’s oldest rock outcroppings.
Only few miles from the Missouri Inn over the bridge where the Untouchables was filmed, enjoy the canyon or visit the Lewis and Clark’s Tower Rock and surrounding Park. From this base, see the spetacular Glacier Park or the continent’s largest dinosaur digs to the northwest, float the Lewis and Clark Trail by pontoon boat and lunch at the island where one of the nation's most famous fires occurred, or travel south to Yellowstone National Park or Jackson Hole, each an easy day’s visit.
Bring your dogs to the kennel behind the house, hang on the deck with river and tremendous rock views, play pool or light the outside fire pit for a campfire. BBQ or enjoy the new, custom kitchen and fisherman’s décor. In the evening, take your pick of 3 spacious bedrooms where at the end of the day 6 extra long beds await or tie a few at the fly-tying table.
If you’ve worn out your guide, invite him to stay in the renovated 1898 historic Cooper house (often listed on your GPS). This guest house sleeps 2 more.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : We have all the linens you will need and the maid will wash up after you leave.
- Washer : in the mud room in the house
- Dryer : in the mud room in the house
- Off Street Parking : Plenty of parking on 10 acres.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : yes, but we don't recommend you take the road at one house, so tell us in advance and we will book the other house
- Wood Stove : wood stove in the common in the area, an outdoor firepit for that campground feel.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : In master.
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed : Contains extra long twin and extra long double.
- Convertible Bed : Futon is well made and comfortable, doubles as an extra sofa.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Bot houses have satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Pool Table
- Shared Pool : The river is a errific swim.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Appliances and some spices and basics included.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : The Dearborn house has an uncovered raised patio, partially shade; the Missouri River hosue has a covered patio and a sunny one -- and they all face the river.
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer : A computer is available in the Dearborn.
- Computer w/ Dial-up Internet : We purchased high speed internet, but it is still slower than dial up. We suggest you go to the nearby public library for a good speed, and spend your time fishing!
- Other Amenities
- Dog kennel (dogs outside only), private fly fishing, waterfall in spring, guide cabin with bunk beds is newly renovated.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : The Dearborn house has a kennel. No pets in the house.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Plenty of room to smoke on the deck but save the house for non-smokers like me. If you do smoke, make sure all windows are closed in this house.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- fly fishing, hiking, dinosaur digs, bird watch, ride the rails, Glacier/Yellowstone Parks a few hours away, walk to Lewis & Clark Tower Rock, play pool at the Dearborn house, Charles Russell Museum in Great Falls less than an hour, live music in Craig, Museum of the Rockies (dinosaurs) in Bozeman 2 hours away.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$2200/week (usually noon Saturday to noon Saturday)
OR $1100 first three nights + $295/night after
Monthly rates negotiable
Non-holiday winter hunter's discount 30%
7% MT tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
We are avid outdoor people with political jobs that keep us indoors or reading the news all too often. The men were driving thousands of miles on annual "vacation" fly fishing the West. One year I persuaded them to rent a week in Montana, and they found hundreds of great spots to fish all where the Dearborn and Missouri Rivers connect. The next year we bought not one but two great houses -- and have not looked back.
Why the Owner Chose Cascade
We fish in the summer and hunt in the winter ... terrific!
The Unique Benefits of this House
We drive through Yellowstone to Jackson Hole, go to Fort Benton for the statue of a dog (Shep) and the most famous Wild West block north of Great Falls, visit the Charles Russell Museum to see the new exhibits, float the historic tour of the places Lewis and Clark saw, and endlessly fish or sunbathe. There are shrimp-fed edible pink fish at the dam, and someone is always giving us elk or venison to roast (which you can actually buy), yum! And the galleries and jewelry are fabulous, but you may even enjoy the gambling. The first time I read in the yard, three deer were curious and came closer to visit!
Property Photos
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- Your private fishing hole as Gary Cooper knew it. - Craig/Cascade Montana Vacation Rental
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- our lodge form the river - Craig/Cascade Montana Vacation Rental
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- The back yard is the Dearborn River with the Missouri River around the bend. - Craig/Cascade Montana Vacation Rental
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- The river through the windows ... tonight let's play pool.
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- You will find us in the back yard -- this could be you this year.
Traveler Reviews (6)
Fabulous Escape
Guest: The Texans
(Boerne, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
What a wonderful time we had!! Your home is in the most beautiful setting with the river right below and the high canyon walls where we could watch the eagles soar from their perches. It was our first true experience at fly fishing and we are hooked. The fun part is we both caught equal amounts of rainbow trout. Sitting on the lovely porch in the morning, watching the deer and enjoying the first cup of coffee was special. My wife already wishes we were back preparing for a day of fishing. An unforgettable vacation! We highly recommend a stay to any and everyone. Thanks
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
A Few Days in Paradise
Guest: CSI Montana
(Dublin, Ireland)
Date of Stay: 07/14/09
Review Submitted: 05/13/10
I traveled from Ireland with my three kids to stay in this beautiful house on the Dearborn in July 2009. Of the three weeks we sepnt in Montana, this was the highlight. The weather was perfect, the river was fantastic for swimming (I couldn't believe the number of fantastic swimming holes within strolling distance of the house), the lodge was perfectly laid out for family comfort and leisure, we were visited every evening by an eagle that roosted on one of the crags across the river and every morning by deer in the opposite field - I can't list all of the spectacular moments along the Dearborn (not to mention that we could get to Great Falls, the Rocky Mountain Front, Gates of the Moutnains, etc. easily by car). My kids and I are dying to return.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Guest: Susan Arsenault
(New Hampshire)
Date of Stay: 12/30/09
Review Submitted: 12/30/09
We stayed in this house during the Christmas holiday with our family and had such a memorable time. The house was beautiful and the area magnificent. The atmosphere brought us back to a simpler time. The owners, Donna and David were wonderful to work with, as was their local representative, Iris.
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Guest: Richard House
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 02/25/08
Review Submitted: 02/25/08
Dream location, great fishing at your door, house comfortable and stylish, with a hint of history from the old Gary Cooper days. It's also set nicely apart from the busier Missouri canyon, but not far out of reach. Access to v. fishy Dearborn is highly prized: in fact this setup has all it takes to lure a fishing Brit back to Montana again and again.
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Guest: Jameson Campaigne
(Ottawa, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 02/22/08
Review Submitted: 02/22/08
The amenities and all that are grand, folks, but what is spectactular is the FISHING: miles and miles of wade fishing in trout-packed water with NO OTHER FISHERMEN in sight during the summer and fall months. The fish, mostly rainbows, are numerous and large -- a twenty-plus fish day, including a half dozen 20"+ fish, can be typical once you get the hang of the river. This place is a real "hidden gem" ... you'll want to visit once a year with your best fishing pals.
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Guest: Jon Margolis
(Barton, VT)
Date of Stay: 02/13/08
Review Submitted: 02/13/08
Great fishing. If I, one of angling's clumsier oafs, could land ten or so nice rainbows in an hour-and-a-half within a quarter-mile wade of the house, think of how well you more skillful (and probably younger) folk would do.
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