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Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri

Our cabin offers all the comforts of home, while also being off-grid and offering stunning sunset views. There is excellent cell reception, the kitchen is stocked with basic cookware, and the solar panels provide plenty of electricity. In the cooler months, the propane wall heater keeps the guest house cozy, and wood is available for purchase if you'd rather use the heating stove in the living room.

One bedroom offers a queen mattress, the other has two XL twin beds, and the living room sofa has a pull-out bed. There is plenty of space inside and out for relaxing and enjoying the scenic views and relaxing sounds of nature. (Located on 20 acres with access to 200+ acres of public BLM land for guests to explore!) Sit on the wrap-around deck with your morning coffee and watch the eagles swoop through the canyon! Or stay up late to enjoy the unparalleled starry nights.

We are conveniently located equidistant from both Helena and Great Falls, making this the perfect spot for a quick getaway, or an excellent base camp as you enjoy all that the Big Belt Mountains have to offer.


Located less than 3 miles off pavement, the cabin is situated in a close-knit community of seasonal and year-round residents on secluded 20+ acre lots. The roads are private dirt roads that are graded each autumn. Many guests feel most comfortable in AWD/4WD vehicles, particular if it has rained recently. Please drive slowly on the dirt roads, as there are a few sharp turns with limited visibility and steep drop-offs. Montana residents tend to tell us that they are "great dirt roads for Montana," but some guests who have only ever driven on flat pavement have gotten a little nervous about the lack of guardrails. If you have any questions about the road conditions for your vehicle, or any questions that might help you determine your comfort level with the roads, please reach out!

Property manager

Tony Plagman

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets not allowed on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: will consider - please contact us
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 deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing House Cascade
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing House
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing Cascade
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing House Cascade
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing House
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing Cascade
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Fly Fishing
Firetruck Farms Mountain Cabin... Close to Fly Fishing! Cascade
Firetruck Farms Guest House

About the area

Map
Cascade, MT

What's nearby

  • Dearborn River - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tower Rock State Park - 26 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Holter Lake - 31 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Holter Dam - 32 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Gates of the Mountains Marina - 45 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

  • Great Falls, MT (GTF-Great Falls Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Missouri Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Joes - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Izaak's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Craig Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Papa's Burgers & Burritos - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Missouri River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Dearborn River and Tower Rock State Park. Tower Rock Trailhead and Holter Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Wonderful mountain cabin minutes from some of finest fly fishing on the Missouri Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

gregory p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Craig
House was very nice and generally pleasant to be in. It was, however no hot water in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry G., Troy

Liked: Cleanliness
Craig hideout
Great views, easy check in and helped with anything i needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Getaway!
This was a great location for us to stay! We were able to find many day hikes throughout the Helena and Lewis & Clark National Forest areas. We hiked over 50 miles in 6 days with our furry dogs. The host were extremely accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

candace L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views of sky
Awesome views of sky. Loved the peace and quiet and listening to coyotes and owls at night.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off Grid & Loving It
We have been staying in the Cascade area in September for the last 8 years. Needless to say we love fly fishing. This was our first summer to be on top of the mountain and off grid. It was never a problem. We loved the wood burning heater when it was cold enough. The views here are remarkable. We took several walks, read, relaxed and fished. Upon arrival, Step and Mike greeted us with fresh eggs and even brought fresh tomatoes. It was perfectly wonderful!
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool cabin in great location
The location of this house was by far the best part. Amazing views and feels very secluded. The house is basic and off the grid but has everything you need and beds were comfortable. Host was helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views in a peaceful setting
We loved our stay in this mountain cabin. The views of the valley and surrounding mountains were beautiful. We enjoyed the loop hike on the neighborhood roads with our pup every morning. We ate in every evening, and the grill worked perfectly. Even figured out how to use the French Press for coffee!! Yea us! The gravel road (last 2.5 miles) was in good shape, and the directions to the cabin were excellent. Tony and Mike were extremely responsive and helpful. A great stay to start off our adventure in MT.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s an incredible setting, with unparalleled views. Cabin is adorable, with every amenity you need, including filtered water. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views
We stayed at a high mountain cabin with great views. The cabin was off the grid but provided all the essential needs for a comfortable stay . The water pressure for showers was low and the refrigerator was very small but the evening sunsets clearly made up for this inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy, Cozy, Sweet!
Our family loves the beautiful Cascade area. The house was located up the back mountains for a beautiful 360 mountian view with all the comforts of home. Home was clean and well stocked. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Views
This quaint cabin in the mountains is an ideal getaway for anyone who wants to enjoy the peace and quiet of the Montana wilderness.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, great communication, and hosts bent over backwards to provide FireTruck Farms Soap to us. They even shipped back an item we forgot in our cabin. Amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain views
Check in/out was so easy. If you are looking for a secluded staycation this is the property for you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Steve A., Fort Collins, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Off The Grid!
Great location, well away from everything! Amazing views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Cathy W., Boring, oregon

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great photos
The view was one of the best we've ever had. That alone almost made me not leave this review. The kitchen however was dirty. Let's just say I washed dishes before I used them just to make sure. I realize this is off-grid but that is no reason to have such a dirty kitchen especially when you pay so much for a cleaning fee. If you check out at 11 and people don't come in until 4 there is plenty of time to have for one example a clean stove top. Basically it looks like they leave it up to guests to clean or something. The refrigerator was dirty, there was food left over from who knows when. You are told to take a 5 minute shower which turns out not to be that bad. The bathroom was clean, we were given one towel each and no rug. The floor is slippery. Again, the view alone is worth the trip. You do feel like you are on top of the world. Speaking of the trip the road is steep and bumpy. We have a Jeep so no problem. I think during the dry days any car can make it. The directions were over the top with too much information. We got a bit confused with all the "don't go this way" stuff. We ended up in a neighbor's driveway who was so nice to us. (Steve he said his name was) I would go again if they cleaned the kitchen better. The beds were ok. I think we may have just been so tired we could have slept anywhere. The place was relaxing, nice to sit on the deck. I would pick some place else for our next visit to the area. We travel a lot so we know a place doesn't have to be dirty no matter where it is. Oh and bring a coffee pot unless you like a French Press.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and lovely guest house
We staying at FireTruck Farms while on a fishing trip to the Missouri. The location.. about 20 minutes from Craig was perfect for our purpose. The roads up to the location we in great condition for dirt roads. And the second time up felt more like going home that the first... but well worth it every time. The views are beyond words, the property super clean and had everything we needed for a 2 night stay. The hosts are really sweet and welcoming. It was truly a wonderful stay and we look forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views!
This place was great! Very clean and well maintained. The views of the belts from up there are unmatched. You can even catch a small glimpse of the Missouri from the deck. The road up to the house might be intimidating if you’re not used to mountain roads, but it is in great shape and the directions are spot on. We even pulled our drift boat up there with no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Retreat
As others have mentioned, it is a place to get away from it all. Just what the doctor ordered for our group. You are close enough to float the Missouri and far enough from town to unplug. Comfy couches and beds. Awesome deck. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!
The property was great! It had amazing views, truly breathtaking. It was the perfect place to get away for a couple days. It had the necessities to be able to cook all meals, nice beds, and a nice bathroom. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
Wonderful cabin with incredible views and privacy. Excellent location for wildlife, thunderstorms and star gazing. It has it all! Great location for Missouri River fishing along with nearby rivers/creeks. The cabin is also cozy and peaceful enough if you want to just stay in and relax. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Christian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back for More
This was the second time we've stayed here. As before, we LOVE the remoteness, quietness, and views. Also as before, it's still rustic, almost-off-the grid, and you've got to be very careful not to exhaust the solar power. In other words, bring a headlamp or lantern, and your own coffee grinder (but don't expect to grind anything until the sun is well up). This place would be amazing with the addition of a simple reciprocating fan and chest freezer... but that's probably not an option without a power upgrade. But like we said the first time, dang the views are amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

candace L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property. Peaceful, safe and wonderful views.
Unique property with beautiful views. It is completely off the grid with solar panels . The road up to it after the rain gets a bit dicey so a all wheel or 4 wheel drive vehicle would be great assurance. The solitude , privacy, views and very comfortable beds were wonderful. We enjoyed watching the deer & birds. Traveling into Craig was fun. Dinner at Issacs is heavenly & Scott the bartender makes the 2600 mile trip in each direction trip worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow. What a view!
This is the kind of vacation hideout I've been looking for for years! But it might not be for everyone. So first, here's what some folks might find challenging - it's rustic. It's remote. It might not be accessible in winter. If you're pulling a boat, you might need a 4 wheel drive to get there (the road is steep). There's no TV. The only internet you'll get is over your cell phone. The water heater is small and runs off solar, so you'll need to take short showers. Theres no central heat or AC, but there is a cozy wood stove and the elevation is high / breezy enough to be comfortable even in the summer. Kitchen equipment is basic. You'll need to bring ice. Ok, having said all that, here's what makes it amazing - its rustic. Its cozy. Its quiet. It has a deck and a propane grill. The views are AMAZING. Mountains, rivers, sunsets. You can see forever. If you're looking for a place to unplug and think and drink coffee (or scotch) and just have that much needed reset in life... it just doesn't get any better than this. You can fish the Mo during the day, hang out, read, write, hike, gaze... it really is amazing. But again, it may not be for everyone. As for us, we will definitely be back. Great place, great hosts, great views. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019