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Ranch House in the Elkhorn Mountains

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Interior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fitness facility

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Clancy, MT
  • Montana State Capitol
    32 min drive
  • Helena Civic Center
    33 min drive
  • Carroll College
    35 min drive
  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    32 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ranch House in the Elkhorn Mountains

The renovated Ranch House is perfect as the gathering place for a romantic retreat, or home base while watching wildlife and exploring the Elkhorns. It is part of a 900 acre working cattle ranch that borders National Forest. We are about 25 minutes outside of Helena, Montana, so we are close to town, but secluded in the mountains. There is access to hiking and biking trails minutes away.

The house has 2 bedrooms with double beds and a fold out sofa bed. It has a fully functioning kitchen and a smaller bathroom. There is also a covered porch to take in the mountain views and a fire pit to enjoy the stars of the Big Sky during the evening. Often during the summer, a herd of elk grazes in the hay field right out the back door.

This 100 year old home has been updated and added to slowly throughout the years and has a lot of history to tell. It is great for people with a sense of adventure and don't mind the classics. Although the house is very clean, some wear and tear from being lived and worked in are inevitable. Come and enjoy real Montana ranch living in a mountain oasis.

The ranch house is also the perfect halfway point for travelers visiting Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks looking to keep an authentic Montana feel.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a sofa bed
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11.3 miles (18.2 km) from Lucky Buckys Casino and 13.4 miles (21.6 km) from Montana Historical Society Museum
Ranch House in the Elkhorn Mountains offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Patti Russ

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ranch House Elkhorn Mountains Clancy
House In Elkhorn Mountains
Ranch House in Elkhorn Mountains East Helena
House In Elkhorn Mountains
Ranch House in Elkhorn Mountains Private vacation home
Ranch House in Elkhorn Mountains East Helena
Ranch House in Elkhorn Mountains Private vacation home

Ranch House in the Elkhorn Mountains Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven! Perfect relaxation
We loved this place. It's as cozy as a mountain cabin should be. The extra treat was the piano! My husband played and played. Thank you for that! We'll stay there again when we visit Helena.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Peaceful, quiet, big sky dream! We could only stay one night but we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight stay
Fantastic place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charley c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Great local Montana vibe. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great yard for dogs
Quiet remote ranch cabin with spectacular views. Huge fenced grass yard for dogs. This was our second stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views!
This authentic ranch house had everything we needed and was cozy and comfortable! We felt right at home!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay
Close to Helena but far enough away to feel secluded. Great hikes near by too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
We spent a quiet time enjoying the birdsong and the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well worth it!
This was an amazing place - sure beats the cattle farms back east ;) If you were on the fence about staying here, get off of it and book it! When we pulled in, we saw a black bear cub on the road up and mule deer that were grazing in the yard. Then we were greeted to a double rainbow later that evening as the storm rolled over. Truly beautiful property and amazing temps for a southern girl who’s used to humidity! All the amenities were provided - charming old home. There is a dirt road leading to the property but it is well maintained and does not require 4 wheel drive. Definitely gives you an authentic Montana experience without crowds! The worst thing about the place was having to leave =)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness
From Toffee
I am a 3 year old moutain cur. I loved jumping around your farm chasing the birds and bugs. My people parents live in an apartment and i don't get to roam freely too much. I was so excited to see your wonderful farm, I will definitely be bringing my people back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
This was the perfect spot for us to meet up and hang out with old friends. Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
Our stay at this cozy ranch house had wonderful views. We were able to walk around the property unobstructed. At dusk and dawn, we were able to see the elk that hang around this area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't fence me in
Great place to stay away from the confines of a city. Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
This house and property is perfect to unwind and relax. It’s tucked away but not too far out of Helena. We loved have a big yard for our two dogs to roam on. The home was clean, cozy and comfortable. The sunrise and sunsets were beautiful! We will definitely be back next time we’re in Helena! Thank you Patti for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin at the right place.
We stayed there to go elk hunting. It turned out to be a centralized location for us to hunt from. There were acres of land around the ranches and connected to the national forest. Also it was a short drive to the WMA on the other side of the range. We will be back if we are lucky enough to draw a tag.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammi

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home in the Elkhorn Mountains. Great retreat near lots of nature & hiking. Built in the early 1900’s it still has all of its original charm. Full kitchen so I recommend getting groceries in Helena on the way in. Host provides farm fresh eggs!!! There’s a piano for tinkering on and a big bathtub for a nice soak. Great place for dogs too. I love this place. Will definitely revisit when I’m in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raven K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of heaven
Lovely, quiet, very homey place to be. Everything one needs without excess. Unplug and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Quiet, perfect place to stay to relax and get away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lou P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great old ranch house
Peaceful and private. Lots of history here. Host was great, very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
An historic cabin with a glorious view
This is an historic cabin some distance from East Helena. It's about a 7 mile drive to get to it on a good dirt road. It met our needs perfectly. There is no wifi here but there is 4G cell service, so plan accordingly. We found the best way to the cabin was up McClellan road off Hwy 12. The deer wander around the house in the evening, eating the grass.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain getaway
We stayed here for a few days, driving into and back from Helena each day. Staying out into the mountains was absolutely worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Nice, quiet and quaint place to stay close to but not too close to Helena. Loved that there was plenty of space for my dog to run and play outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

regina s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and views!
Patti and Toms little farmhouse was awwsome. There is so much history there and it was like taking a step back in time. Everything was clean and Patti was very responsive. The views from the yard were wonderful and the dogs enjoyed playing Frisbee there in the evenings. There is no AC at the house but it stayed cool and comfortable even during the hot parts of the day. We saw deer, pronghorn antelope, elk, a badger and lots of chipmunks! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this little ranch house…so rich in history and comfortable. We enjoyed exploring around the farm. We wish we had been able to stay more than one night!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023