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Private cabin bordering national forest

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior detail
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Elliston, MT
  • Place, MacDonald Pass
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St. Helena
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Montana State Capitol
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Private cabin bordering national forest

Get away to privacy in the forest with a fully functional cabin. Has a back porch with a full propane BBQ to enjoy your evening cocktails and make a delicious dinner and 2 bedroom 1 bathroom with a nice living room/kitchen. This cabin also provides an on demand hot water heater and water filtration system. There are 2 ceiling fans as well as an oscillating fan for your comfort. A propane heater and wood stove for that back country heat. Bring your side by side or go to walking trails only a short driving distance. Little Blackfoot river is right across the road with great fly fishing. If hunting is your thing or snowmobiling both are available next to this cabin. Come enjoy your stay
Just as a reminder please do not expect to be let in until after check in time at 2 pm.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fires outdoors

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1229794
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Elliston

Located in Elliston, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at MacDonald Pass and Spring Meadow Lake State Park, while Cutler Bros. Productions and Old Montana Prison Museum are cultural highlights. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hunting.
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Elliston, MT

What's nearby

  • MacDonald Pass - 32 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Spring Meadow Lake State Park - 48 min drive - 54.0 km
  • Helena Civic Center - 54 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 56 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Montana State Capitol - 59 min drive - 59.8 km

Getting around

  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spotted Dog Saloon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hunter's Alley Sports Bar and Grill - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cabin bordering national forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Private cabin bordering national forest ?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private cabin bordering national forest on Jul 10, 2026 start from $315, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private cabin bordering national forest ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cabin bordering national forest ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private cabin bordering national forest located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from MacDonald Pass and within 32 mi (52 km) of Great Divide Snowsports and Spring Meadow Lake State Park. Mount Helena City Park and Lakeside Trailhead are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice cabin we really enjoyed it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Great hiking and fishing
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing in helena

Very clean a little rustic just what we wanted we should have booked for a week instead of just three days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2022
You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin

The amenities for a cabin were excellent! We had a lot of fun fishing and hiking in the area. We would definitely rent again
Stayed 45 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

We were looking for a quote place to stay. This fit the bill very well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

Cabin is fairly simple and rustic but, cozy with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Address marker

This was a lovely space, very much enjoyed our time there. The only recommendation would be be to put an address marker on the drive at the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2021
Thank you so much for the great review, we literally have an order in for the sign lol have it in the next couple weeks
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location signage

A sign at the entrance specifying road to cabin. Once found, easy to remember Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip with Grandkiddos

This is a great property, we enjoyed it very much!. They had everything we could need, and more. I rated the accuracy of online listing 4 stars, because the cabin is on a hill and the creek is across the road, which we knew. Just didn't know about the hill. But it wasn't a huge problem for us. Love that we could bring our dog, and they even have a doggie bed. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Everything about the experience was great, easy to book, the property manager was very good with communicating with me..Love Love the cabin. We will be going back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leota G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat

I was looking for a quiet place to spend a couple days and it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cabin

Nice, rustic cabin with everything to be comfortable. Especially enjoyed the wood burning stove.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view & great cabin

It was the perfect mix of rustic and also clean and nice. It is a lovely quiet cabin with great views out the kitchen of the little Blackfoot river and Helena National Forrest. Also a great location to for a drive to explore and do some hiking. We had a perfect relaxing weekend getaway. The wood burning stove is amazing! It would be a great stay in the summer, but was just perfect for a winter stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Beautiful property with great views. This property is tucked away in National forest and great getaway from the city.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful views

Wonderful stay. Has a full kitchen with silverware pots and pans. Bed was extremely comfortable along with the couch. Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

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