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Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena!

Helena Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2.5BA | Stairs Required | 3,000 Sq Ft

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Helena, MT

Cathedral of St. Helena
‪3 min drive‬
Carroll College
‪3 min drive‬
Montana State Capitol
‪5 min drive‬
Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena!

Experience the ultimate Helena vacation with this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental home as your home base. Built in 1885, this incredible mountain escape boasts vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, stone walls, and a floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace — all to make for a cozy and memorable stay. Venture out and hike the Mt. Helena Ridge Trailhead, peruse the local shops, breweries, and historic sites downtown, relax at Broadwater Hot Springs, or kayak along the Missouri River!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Spacious Yard | 3,000 Sq Ft | Washer/Dryer

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin Daybed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, Futon | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, Futon

INDOOR LIVING: Fireplace, 4 Smart TVs, books, ceiling fans, dining table, laptop workspace
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, blender, coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster
OUTDOOR LIVING: Traeger grill, fire pit, large yard, dining area
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, in-unit laundry machines, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Steps required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing out), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

THINGS TO SEE + DO: Reeder’s Alley (0.4 miles), Original Governor’s Mansion (1.0 miles), Cathedral of St. Helena (1.1 miles), Great Northern Carousel (1.4 miles), Carroll College (1.8 miles), Montana State Capitol (1.8 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Last Chance Splash Waterpark & Pool (1.8 miles), Memorial Park (1.9 miles), Mount Helena (2.4 miles), Mount Ascension Park (3.3 miles), Spring Meadow Lake State Park (3.5 miles), Broadwater Hot Springs & Fitness (5.1 miles)
MUSEUMS: Holter Museum of Art (1.0 miles), Original Governor’s Mansion (1.0 miles), ExplorationWorks (1.5 miles), Montana Historical Society (1.9 miles), Montana Military Museum (4.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Helena Regional Airport (4.3 miles), Great Falls International Airport (88.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located above the driveway, facing toward the entrance. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Helena

Helena is home to this holiday home. Reeder's Alley and Cathedral of St. Helena are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Helena and Bill Roberts Golf Course. Great Northern Carousel and Exploration Works are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.

Helena, MT

What's nearby

Reeder's Alley - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cathedral of St. Helena - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Helena Civic Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Carroll College - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Montana State Capitol - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brewhouse Pub & Grille - ‬4 min drive
‪Windbag Saloon & Grill - ‬12 min walk
‪Staggering Ox - ‬4 min drive
‪Suki Cafe - ‬16 min walk
‪Blackfoot - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Helena Retreat - Near Dtwn & Mt Helena! located?

Situated in Helena, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Helena City Park and Reeder's Alley. Cathedral Church of St. Peter and Holter Museum of Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

17 Jun, 2025

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

Great place! Great location!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lou O.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Fishing trip

Place was very comfortable and clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

30 Mar, 2025

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

great house, very charming, terrific location

This historic house was perfect for our purposes. Very charming and we loved the location. Look forward to staying here next time i'm in Helena.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

13 May, 2025

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

Cozy Hillside

Lovely property with so much history within the walls. Everything on the listing was accurate and the house was beautiful and very clean. Easy walk to park, downtown shops, and restaurants… we even enjoyed the company of a couple deer on the hillside. Our host was not only friendly and responsive but she went above and beyond to help accommodate our schedule. We would definitely recommend this property and would love to come back for another visit.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

29 Dec, 2024

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

Family Holiday meet

Great stay. Think we would like to book for sons wedding next spring.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Cari

12 Sept, 2024

Great stay and location in Helena!

House was great, well appointed and well stocked. Host was extremely attentive, accommodating, and responsive. Great stay! Would definitely recommend and will stay again!

This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sarah

28 Oct, 2024

Lovely Place to Stay

We had a lovely stay. The main room had a comfy bed and pillows. The dining table was nicely sized. We enjoyed the outside areas as well in the fall weather! The stonework was gorgeous and the place was spotless.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

24 Jun, 2024

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

In town for a wedding.

Great location, loved the patio where we could hang out. Could park 4 vehicles.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

16 Sept, 2024

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

Family Wedding

Most fun and unique house we have stayed in yet! It is spacious and great for our large group! Close to Reeders Alley where our family wedding was being held. Great time and memories for everyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

14 Oct, 2024

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

October 2024

This place was amazing and convenient for us. The hostess was incredibly friendly and helpful - we would recommend this place and would stay here again! - thank you kindly

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

12 Nov, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cool historic home

Our family really enjoyed all the space in here to spread out. The dining room was our favorite with the rock walls and big table to enjoy dinners and cards together. The location was great to be able to walk to dinner and bars. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

8 Apr, 2019

Top notch!

Beautiful home with lots of room and fantastic location!!! Walking distance to shopping, food, and trails!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathey B.

16 Jun, 2024

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

Beautiful house, great host!

Seven of us from Pennsylvania were in Helena to visit family. The house was perfectly located between my downtown brother and my Grizzly Gulch mother. The house had everything we needed and the host was always available for questions. My grandchildren, 4 and 9, thought we were staying in a castle. We throughly enjoyed our stay and can definitely recommend it to anyone traveling with a group.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joannie V.

16 Jan, 2023

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

Beautiful home! Host was great!

We were looking for a place short notice for attending a family funeral. This home was beautiful! Communication with the host was exceptional and the location couldn't have been better. Located near downtown with many stores and restaurants. I highly recommend this property. Our experience couldn't have been better!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

20 Nov, 2023

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

Interesting, Spacious and Comfortable Home

Great location. Historical with high ceilings. Accomodates a family well. Beautiful fireplace. Lots of TVs. Double oven, albeit small. Well stocked kitchen. Fun place for a family!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michele D.

5 Jul, 2023

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

Good location

Good location. Walking to restaurants and downtown walking mall, library, playground, stores, coffee shop. Close to bike and hiking trails at mt Helena. Large rooms. Outdoor space limited.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

francine s.

14 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The parking was very narrow & steep, 2 full size cars maximum

The property is very beautiful, exactly as described except for the parking

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Korrine J.

26 Nov, 2023

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

Thanksgiving Family Get Away

We traveled from Oregon to celebrate Thanksgiving with our daughter who plays softball at Carroll College. Everything we needed for our Thanksgiving feast was available at the house. The only thing I was missing was a Kuerig. We brought coffee pods with us. We loved learning about the history of the house and neighboring homes. It was a memorable stay! Thank you for opening your home to us.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

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6/10 Okay

Linda

18 Jun, 2024

Historic Helena

We enjoyed our stay at Minor’s Manor. The host was very responsive. The location is excellent and within walking distance to downtown. We would definitely stay again. A few notables:-parking for 4 vehicles if your vehicles are small-plenty of room. Loved having a bedroom downstairs for our elderly family member-the description of the house notes one exterior camera. The house was surrounded by cameras and echos throughout each room in the house-would be helpful to have instructions on how to use the appliances/grill etc. We hope to return to Helena for another visit.

6/10 Okay

Teresa A.

22 Apr, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend retreat

Review 1-It would be nice if had a go to list of how things work in the house. 2- no tv instructions 3- no grill use instructions 4- no grill clean up instructions or tools provided 5- no explanation of water dispenser. 6- no small dish rags for dishes 7- towels and bedding very unorganized 8- shampoo, soap, not obvious 9 you can not park 4 cars in driveway They should let you know there is a window cover for the half circle window in the master. We did have to track down internet router in master after 2 hours of trying we did get it working. That said is very quirky and large and comfortable. The fire places are easy and cozy. We would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura K.

27 Jun, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Miner’s Manor

Miner’s manor is an eclectic Helena home, rich with history. While situated conveniently to downtown and equipped well with the comforts of home, the general upkeep of the property warrants a few notes. The listing mentioned a single exterior camera but many cameras could be seen throughout the property including in the main bedroom (angled out the window), general cleanliness was a concern (dirty dishes in dishwasher, mold and mildew in shower, live and dead bugs on the floor, unpleasant urine odor in living room). While we enjoyed our stay overall, we were disappointed in the overall state of the house given the price point and associated cleaning fees. Our hope in writing this is that this historical home can be honored as future guests enjoy their stay. Addressing these main concerns can help make this rental easily one of the best in town, taking it from good to great.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

K R.

14 Jul, 2025

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Needs TLC

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

26 Jan, 2025

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

Unique property

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

4 Dec, 2022

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

1st trip to Helena Montana

If you ever get to Helena Mt this is the place to stay. Beautiful home! Gorgeous rock work. 2 fireplaces that keep you nice and toasty. Well stocked kitchen, bathrooms and the beds are so comfy. Conveniently located to everything. If I ever come back and I hope I can, I would definitely rent again

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre H A.

19 Sept, 2022

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

Great for multiple guests

Our stay was very pleasant. We appreciated the variety of rooms available (main floor suite for our parents, upstairs suite with door to a balcony, third bedroom shared access to bathroom, plenty of extra sleeping options), plenty of fans to help curb the heat, tucked away but still close to town and amenities. Super happy to have a decent kitchen, as family meals were preferred. Nice to have W/D and D/W. Lovely dining room with a large table and a buffet; comfortable t.v. room and separate living room. Thankful for child gate available in BR closet, and for lots of clean bath towels. Only downsides were 1/2 bath and outdoor table in very poor condition, and security lights shone too bright for upstairs suite. Very steep set of stairs to 2nd floor could be difficult for some, and down to living room (8' wide?? hard to block off for young children). To keep things in perspective, reread positive aspects above.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022