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Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres

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Interiør
Terrasse/gårdhave
Terrasse/gårdhave
Udendørsområde
Spillelokale

Anmeldelser

9,6 ud af 10, Gæstefavorit
Bedst bedømte overnatningssteder baseret på
3 soveværelser2 badeværelserPlads til 12 personer204.4 m2

Populære faciliteter

  • Boblebad
  • Køkken
  • Kæledyrsvenligt
  • Udendørsareal
  • Mulighed for parkering
  • Grillfaciliteter

Udforsk området

Åbn kort
Hamilton, MT
  • Place, Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital
    ‪8 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Denton Park
    ‪8 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Claudia Driscoll Park
    ‪9 min. kørsel‬

Værelser og sovepladser

3 soveværelser (12 sovepladser)

Soveværelse 1

+8
7 enkeltsenge, 1 queensize-seng, 3 dobbeltsenge og 1 sovesofa (dobbeltseng)

2 badeværelser

Badeværelse 1

Badekar

Badeværelse 2

Områder

Terrasse eller gårdhave
Veranda eller hawaiiansk terrasse
Køkken
Altan

Om overnatningsstedet

Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres

Hvorfor bo på Downing Mountain Lodge?
Det er den mest private beliggenhed i Bitterrootbjergene og hjem til den bedste udsigt over Bitterrootdalen, længe betragtet som en overset perle af de nordlige klippefjerg på grund af dens mangel på at have en nationalpark. Derefter spørger du måske, hvornår du skal besøge? En ofte overset tid er maj og juni, når himlen er blandet med solbølger og skybyger, vejret behageligt, vilde blomster blomstrer rundt i lodgen, og der er lille chance for skovbrandrøg. Vores mest populære sæsoner er fra juni til oktober til sommer- og efterårsferie og fiskeri og jagt og udflugter og derefter januar til april for langrendski.
Downing Mountain lodge er dog ikke for alle. Med en 3 mil, snavs, bjergvej i god stand til at få adgang til ejendommen og beliggende i et vildt, skovklædt miljø, er dette en semi-ødemark oplevelse. Inde i hytten er der ingen badeværelser forbundet til soveværelser, mens de er komfortable og på et niveau med en ekstra hems, og der er kun et indendørs brusebad og to toiletter. Køkkenet er et godt leveret kommercielt køkken, men godt brugt og på ingen måde lyst eller boutique. Desuden opvarmes hytten primært af træ, og gæsterne får mulighed for at opdele deres eget træ og starte deres egne ildsteder i brændeovnen og pejsen. Velkommen til autentiske Montana, hvor adgang stadig er en udfordring, og du skal interagere med din gruppe på reelle måder. God fornøjelse!
Ved at levere husudflugter og være i stand til at forbinde dig med mange andre, tilbyder vi en guide til backcountry-skiløb, fluefisketure og instruktion, raftingture både naturskønne og hvide vand, vandreture til høje bjergsøer og toppe, bjergbestigning eventyr, mountain biking ture, hest rideture, motorbåd og sejleture til Flathead Lake, dyreliv og fotografisafari og spisemiddage. Besøg i Downing Mountain Lodge arrangeres normalt inklusive udflugter. Kom og del et eventyr med os i det vestlige Montana.
På bjerget, tæt på byen, nær floderne, og inden for en times tid fra et væld af trailheads, er Downing Mountain Lodge et komfortabelt rustikt tre soveværelser, to badeværelser bjælkehytte bygget i runden med seksten sider. Det hyggelige hjem har alle bekvemmeligheder og ligger ned til den mest private og fantastiske beliggenhed på 80 hektar åbent skovland og vilde blomstermarker ved siden af Bitterroot National Forest. Beliggende nær vandreture, fiskeri, sejlsport, skiløb, cykling, klatring og i slutningen af en privat bjergvej, er hytten så privat, som du kan få, mens du stadig er tæt på byen. Med panoramaudsigt ud af alle vinduer fra syd, øst til nord, ligger bjerghuset to tusind meter over Bitterroot-dalen med en fantastisk udsigt over bjergene og dalen, og i maj og juni er landene dækket af vilde blomster. Vi er kun femten minutters kørsel til Bitterroot-floden og Hamilton, Bitterrootdals største by med masser af spisesteder, shopping og underholdningsmuligheder.
En massiv central pejs understøtter bjælkespærrene og giver den autentiske atmosfære i en stue med bjerghytte. Det store soveværelse vender mod øst og fanger solopgangen. Med en queensize-seng og to enkeltsenge over fuld køjeseng, kan dette rum rumme op til fem. Det andet soveværelse indeholder en anden dobbeltseng og kan rumme op til to gæster. Det tredje soveværelse indeholder en dobbelt over to køjeseng samt en dobbelt over dobbelt køjeseng ud over en enkeltseng og kan rumme op til seks gæster og er perfekt til børnene eller børnebørnene. Der er også en pull-out dronning sofa i stuen og et barns krybbe. Lodgen er en enkelt historie, der giver handicap og ældre adgang til hele lodge og indgangsdæk.
De to badeværelser er fælles og ligger ved lodgen indgangen. Der er en forfængelighed indgang til badeværelserne med to dræn. Der er brusebad og to toiletter. Stuen har tre sofaer ved pejsen, et klaver, en guitar, et stort spisebord til op til tolv personer, og et par mindre borde, et fodboldbord, et brætspil og en brændeovn.
Køkkenet er en komplet kommerciel opsætning med et gasområde, fire brænderplader og to ovne, en separat grillplade og en charbroiler grill med en stor udluftningshætte. En dobbelt kommerciel håndvask, kommerciel opvaskemaskine og en fryser over køleskabet afrunder det væsentlige med masser af plads og borde til forberedelsesarbejde og et sidebord til seks. Med masser af service, sølvtøj og køkkenudstyr, herunder en brødrister, mikrobølgeovn, crock potter og mixer, er vores gæster eller catering klar til at forberede de mest dristige af fester. En adgangsdør til ydersiden og boblebadet er placeret i den vestlige væg i køkkenet, der ligger i bygningens sydvestlige kvadrant.
Udenfor, via adgang til køkkenet, er der en brændeovn sauna. På den forreste græsplæne er et 5-personers boblebad. På det rummelige østdæk er en stor kul eller træfyret grill med picnicbord. I den overdækkede indgangsplads er der plads til at parkere en bil, en kærlighedssædesving ved siden af en lille græsplæne. Op ad bjerget bag lodgen er der en grusvej, der fører mod nordvest og en fjederbæk, en højderyg og stien til Downing Mountain og det høje bjerg tjærer 2.000 fod over, og mod syd efter en kort stigning en faldende gammel to spor vej til Owings Creek, hvor det springer fra Jorden.

Downing Mountain Lodge er beliggende på 80 hektar åbent skovområde og grænser op til tusinder af hektar National Forest-jord mod vest. Med to forårskræge inden for nem gåafstand og private stier og to sporveje, der fører op og ned ad bjerget, er det private paradis, hvordan det ofte beskrives passende. Der er elg, hjorte, elg, sort bjørn, bjergløve, ulv, martin, bjerggege og en række fugleliv med rype, der ofte spiser i træerne omkring lodgen.

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Faciliteter

Boblebad
Køkken
Kæledyrsvenligt
Udendørsareal
Parkering tilgængelig
Bjergudsigt

Lignende overnatningssteder

Husregler

Indtjekning efter kl. 16.00
Minimumsalder for lejere: 25
Udtjekning inden kl. 10.00
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Børn

Børn i alderen 0-17 år er tilladt
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Begivenheder

Arrangementer er tilladt
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Kæledyr

Kæledyr er tilladt
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Rygning

Rygning er ikke tilladt

Vigtige oplysninger

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Om området

Hamilton

Denne alpehytte befinder sig i landlige omgivelser i Hamilton. Shed Horn Cellars og Westslope Distillery er et besøg værd, hvis oplevelser er på agendaen, mens dem der hellere vil nyde naturen, kan kigge forbi Bitterroot Valley og Denton Park. Hamilton Performing Arts Center og Field of Screams er også et besøg værd.
Kort
Hamilton, MT

Hvad ligger i nærheden?

  • Steve Powell Park - 8 min. kørsel - 5.8 km
  • Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital - 8 min. kørsel - 6.2 km
  • Denton Park - 8 min. kørsel - 6.2 km
  • Claudia Driscoll Park - 9 min. kørsel - 6.5 km
  • Daly Mansion - 13 min. kørsel - 10.7 km

Sådan kommer du rundt

  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula International) - 88 min. kørsel

Restauranter

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min. kørsel
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min. kørsel
  • ‪Higherground Brewery - ‬13 min. kørsel
  • ‪Bitter Root Brewing - ‬12 min. kørsel
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min. kørsel

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

Er Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?

Ja, kæledyr er tilladt på dette overnatningssted.

Hvad koster det at overnatte hos Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres ?

Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres den 4. maj 2026 starter fra 2.195 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 6. mar. 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.

Hvor meget koster parkering hos Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres ?

Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.

Hvornår er indtjekning på Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres ?

Indtjekning starter kl. 16.00.

Hvornår er udtjekning på Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres ?

Udtjekning er kl. 10.00.

Hvor ligger Downing Mountain Lodge grænser op til National Forest på 100 private acres ?

Denne hytte ligger i landlige omgivelser, kun få skridt fra Bitterroot Valley og under 10 km fra Denton Park og Bitterroot River. Derudover ligger Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital og Steve Powell Park ca. 10 km derfra.

Anmeldelser

9,6

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Bedømmelse på 10 − Fremragende. 35 af i alt 41 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 8 − Udmærket. 3 af i alt 41 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 6 − Okay. 3 af i alt 41 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 4 − Dårligt. 0 af i alt 41 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 2 − Forfærdeligt. 0 af i alt 41 anmeldelser

7,2/10

Rengøring

10/10

Indtjekning

9,6/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Området

9,0/10

Annoncens rigtighed

Anmeldelser

10/10 Fremragende

Sandy T.

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The lodge is rustic and quirky and we loved it! The view of Hamilton and the mountains is amazing. It was a great basecamp for our Montana adventures hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, kayaking, and horseback riding. I did miss having a washer and dryer and the ride up to the cabin is an adventure of its own, but those were minor inconveniences. Thanks to John for sharing your awesome lodge!
Overnattede 14 nætter i juli 2025

10/10 Fremragende

Richard W., ALEXANDRIA

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Great stay at the top of Montanta

Really loved the stay on Downing Mountain. The yurt has great gathering areas both in the large 'great room' or the huge deck, both of which provide excellent view of Hamilton and the valley below. It is a great launch point to enjoy hiking (either straight up the mountain or other trail heads nearby), fishing or just relaxing on the river.
Overnattede 6 nætter i august 2021

10/10 Fremragende

Kara T., Stevensville, MT

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fireworks view

For the 2nd summer, we had a great time at the Lodge. We added a few people since our stay last year, and our family group loved the character/ambiance and views at DML. Of course we hope to return again!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2021

10/10 Fremragende

Ben M.

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fly fishing trip

Loved the location and the house. My only request because we were there when it was really hot is to get a window or wall A/C put in. The temps were really hot when we were at the property. Towels were hard and scratchy so they could maybe just upgrade to new towels. Overall I would highly recommend and loved the property. Would be interested to stay in the winter as I think it would be epic for backcountry skiing!
Overnattede 2 nætter i juli 2021

10/10 Fremragende

Tony K., Wayzata, Minnesota USA

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Amazing property that is very unique. Not the Rotz but has a better view and much more authentic!

Downing Mountain lodge is truly a special property with a history, view, access and a setting that is in a class of its own. Feel like you’re in a James Bond film at night looking down on the lights of the valley through the large panoramic windows of the 16 sided log structure. Cooking is a breeze with the commercial stove and griddle. Pancakes, potatoes and bacon all going at once! As said it is not the Ritz. The lodge isn’t new, it gets used by enthusiasts who use it hard, and requires a little more effort than staying at a corporate chain hotel. However, it is authentic and a place we’ll remember. I would gladly return.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juli 2021

10/10 Fremragende

Erik S.

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Great get away and perfect Covid remote work place. Loved the view and everything about it!

From the view to chopping firewood for the fireplace, playing family music with the instruments and cooking in a restaurant kitchen, it was a great experience we will always remember fondly.
Overnattede 5 nætter i september 2020

10/10 Fremragende

Stephen B.

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Awesome!

Really cool place in a great location.

10/10 Fremragende

Kara T., Stevensville, MT

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Ultimate Socially Distant Vacation

Amazing sunrise views, and even better stargazing from the hot tub. Plenty of space to stretch out for our group and grandma even got her own bedroom. Each of us had adventures we loved - hiking to the top of the mountain, yoga on the deck, taking a sauna and an outdoor shower, cooking a gourmet meal for our group to enjoy in the dining room! It is a bit rustic as others have said but it’s a special place and we’re planning our next trip around a stay at the Downing Mountain Lodge.
Overnattede 3 nætter i august 2020

10/10 Fremragende

Scott M.

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Spectacular view

Lodge on the hill’s views are amazing. Lodge itself is funky and fun remnant of the 70’s. Much bigger than the pictures. Perfect place to chill out as we weathered a number of storms while hanging out by the giant fireplace. Owner is responsive and immediately sent help when storm blew a tree over the access road. Plan on an extra 15-20 minutes to get anywhere else. Ex-restaurant kitchen is very “ex” and could use a good fixing up or at least a commercial quality cleaning.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2020

10/10 Fremragende

Audrey S.

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Montana Gem

We loved this place! This was our first VRBO booking and it did not disappoint! The property was comfortably rustic as we expected. The owner communicated with us well. We loved spending our family Christmas there! We enjoyed time in the sauna and hot tub. We got some sledding done. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and slept comfortably in the rooms. We would surely recommend it to others!

8/10 Godt

Krissy P.

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed

Montana

Place is really rustic and unique. Kids weren’t on their phones and had a blast. It could use some updating but the views FANTASTIC!
Overnattede 3 nætter i juli 2019

6/10 Okay

Kimm I.

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed
Synes ikke om: Annoncens rigtighed

Girls Trip 2019

A group of friends and I rented this lodge for a 3 day stay. Overall it was a good experience, but it is definitely a bit dated and much more rustic than advertised. One of the hot tubs was out of order, and we experienced a few malfunctions in the kitchen area. Be prepared to chop and haul wood for your heat. However, the setting & view from the lodge is spectacular!!! It is remote but quite beautiful. Fortunately, our group was comfortable with the rustic feel. We had a group of 9 and had plenty of room/space. I believe the place is in need of a few repairs, but as I previously mentioned....our overall experience was good.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juni 2019

10/10 Fremragende

Lindsey B., Montana

Secluded, amazing views.

My husband and I live in the Bitterroot Valley and hike around a lot but have never seen the views quite like this. Truly beautiful and will definitely be coming back. The lodge is so inviting, and we enjoyed nights out in the hot tub. Such a nice getaway yet close to home. Thank you, Johnny!
Overnattede 3 nætter i november 2018

10/10 Fremragende

Frankie P., Federal Way

Beyond awesome!!

This place is the best! If you want a kick ass view up in the mountains away form eveone this is the place !!! I love the history in this place the fact it’s on the side of a mountain,your surrounded by wildlife and nature it the best!!! This place is great for huge groups! The kitchen is such an amazing addition to the trip make it wonderful knowing you can cook for everyone and not be cramped!! John was a great host I stayed in close contact with him and he was extremely helpful. We left a little early on our last day since we had a 11 hr drive back but next time I’m out there I’ll make timeto stop by and shake Johns hand! I know I’ll be back for sure totally love this place !!!
Overnattede 2 nætter i august 2018

8/10 Godt

William H.

The unique location is what makes this place so special.

At roughly 5,500 feet, the views are spectacular. It is a relaxing and larger group friendly location. The layout is utilitarian and not luxury minded. It is approximately 25 minutes from the lodge to the main highway in Hamilton. Forgetting something at the market is not conveniently remedied. Once you are there you will not want to leave, primarily because it feels so nice to be there. You are looking down mostly at the airplanes and eagles. Great kitchen facilities, but a single shower means an organized group effort. Never ran out of hot water. There is a lot of cellular phone tower equipment mounted to the lodge and in a tower behind it. While this did not impact our stay it might bother some who are more sensitive to the aesthetics of it. The lodge is a great value and this might be possible because of the offset in costs due to the equipment leases. Wildlife is everywhere with chipmunks and rabbits joining the evening cocktails on the porch. The pictures I took from the deck are some of the most beautiful I have ever taken. Very unique spot.
Overnattede 5 nætter i juni 2018
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Michelle C.

Loved it

Incredible setting in the mountains, quiet and remote. The interior is comfortable and spacious. Thanks for loaning it to us.
Overnattede 2 nætter i september 2017
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

8/10 Godt

Jerome T.

Great place to stay and an adventure to boot.

Loved Downing Mountain Lodge. The place is big an roomy, with great views in every direction. The kitchen was once a restaurant, so lots of great cooking appliances to create your favorite feast. Travel up to the lodge is the adventure with gravel switch back roads that are well worth the trip. If you want to get away from it all and yet be close to town, this is your place.
Overnattede 2 nætter i juli 2017
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Sherri D.

Awesome getaway!

We had a fantastic time at this beautiful lodge away from it all. John was a great host, too. Hot tub, sauna, gorgeous views... couldn't have been better. Thanks for the most relaxing vacation ever!!
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2017
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Incredible place

My father-in-law and I got soaked as a storm rolled through the bitterroot while we were passing through on a motorcycle excursion.. John was incredibly nice and let us stay the night when we called last minute. We had never been here, and when we pulled up we were in awe. The lodge is beautiful and the view is breathtaking. The hot tub was clean and exactly what we needed being soaked and chilled to the core. It has everything one could want, and I realized that in the winter it has great access to backcountry skiing. This lodge will see us again. Thank you so much!
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

marisa s.

Great venue for a gathering

We searched long and hard for the right place to have our wedding. Many of the options were very nice but quite pricey and would not provide the view of this valley we call home. Once we realized that Downing Mountain Lodge was an option our decision was all but made. John let us visit the lodge and take measurements to see how many people we thought we could fit in the lodge as well as on the grounds. Our wedding was small (65 guests) and the weather was great. Everyone fit and we probably could have squeezed a few more in. Everything turned perfectly. I believe every guest went home with at least one photo on their phone showing the amazing view the lodge has from it's perch on the hill. We could have all squeezed inside if absolutely necessary but the ceremony on the deck, food in the lodge, and games outside felt ideal. I would highly recommend this lodge for any events you may have planned where you want to show your guests why this valley is so great. A little decorating was all it took for a beautiful wedding. The owners are great and very easy to work with. Since I don't plan to get married again, I need to find a new excuse to rent it again next summer or even in the winter!
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Magical place

This was our second time staying at downing mtn lodge and it's always so relaxing. The place is cozy and beautiful. It's a gorgeous get away from missoula with hot tubs, sauna, and endless hikes in the area. The owners took great care of us and plowed the roads before we arrived and they are quick to respond to emails or phone calls. I wish I lived at this place all year round. Ps. The new flooring looks great!
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

mary M., Olympia

As great as it looks

I take all reviews and photos with grain of salt, but believe me, this is as good as it looks! Highly recommend a summer or fall stay. We only had 3 people and 2 dogs, tho the lodge can host much larger parties, but it was Heaven on Earth with 180+ degree views out the windows if it's chilly; or barbecuing on the deck at 5500 ft.; gazing down on the valley and across to Sapphire Mts at sunrise/sunsets. Perfect place for a writers' retreat (there's a great library!), or cooking class with the commercial kitchen; music gathering with a piano and incredible sound system; or base camp for easy-to-hard hikes in the Bitterroots. John works really hard to make this place available--DO take advantage!
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Bill F.

Great Spot !!

We were just there in August 2015 - nice lodge with a wonderful view. Very private, large kitchen and fireplace. Clean and enjoyable
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Elaine W.

LOVE this place!

Our group of 9 (5 teenagers) stayed at the Downing Mountain Lodge and absolutely loved it. The views are spectacular and at night the sleepy town of Hamilton twinkles beneath you. From the seventeen switch-backs that lead you up to the secluded lodge, to the wrought-iron anchor that holds the door, to the fireplace, piano, drums, comfy sofas, this place is loaded with rustic charm. We enjoyed the commercial kitchen, stocked with the essentials and every kind of pot, dish or utensil imaginable. My favorite was the large griddle which made it easy to feed our group quickly and the dishwasher did a load in 90 seconds! There were deer and rabbits and a fox who visited at dusk. Get away from the crowds that flock to Glacier. There are beautiful drives, horseback riding, and the serene Bitterroot River. John, the owner, was a pleasure and made us feel so welcome. We love this place!
Denne anmeldelse er indsendt før 2018 og kan ikke verificeres.

10/10 Fremragende

Emily S.

Lovely lodge!

Very comfortable lodge with stunning views. Beds were snuggly, hot tub the perfect temperature and everything was ready for our arrival. Gorgeous country to hike and explore. Great swimming and fishing nearby in the bitterroot river. Highly recommended!

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Vært: JLehrman

Værtens profilbillede
I purchased the property in July 2012 after managing the lodge as a destination backcountry ski lodge since 2008 and caretaking the facility since 1998. It had always been my dream to purchase the lodge and operate it as a year round, adventure lodging and events destination. In 2012 everything came together to purchase and move forward with this dream. I studied at the University of Montana in the Forestry School for Wildlife Biology and decided to stay in Montana for the wealth of outdoor and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Derfor valgte værten dette overnatningssted

I chose to buy this property because it is the one-of-a-kind, unique mountain retreat in the Bitterroot Range. Located at 5,550 feet elevation it is the highest elevation home in the Bitterroot Mountains. Its proximity to great backcountry ski terrain, hiking, and to the town of Hamilton, where I live, make it the perfect year round private recreation/relaxation destination. Nowhere else nearby is there a private access road to high elevation that is adjacent to high quality, pristine, ski and hiking terrain on the Forest Service.

Derfor er dette overnatningssted unikt

I fell in love with the property over the years caretaking for the owner during the winter and then opening and operating the Downing Mountain Lodge during the winter. After four successful years managing the winter lodge and meeting all the great people who come from all over the country for backcountry skiing, I knew this was a genuinely great lodge business that satisfied many different people and families and brought out the best in people in a most authentic of backcountry experiences. With the lodge accessible to wheeled vehicles during the summer, and desirable to more than backcountry skiers, I knew taking the leap into ownership and year round adventure lodging and consulting would be a great way to pursue my career goals and offer guests the year round benefits of this unique log lodge in its unique location.

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engelsk, fransk, spansk
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