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“Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!

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Exterior
Winter at the Cabin is great!
Outdoor dining
Authentic LodgeCraft furniture.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Helena, MT
  • Place, Spring Meadow Lake State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Carroll College
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Helena Civic Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Big Bedroom

1 King Bed

Small Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

“Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!

Zephyr Hill is a stunning historical property located 10 minutes from Helena up Colorado Gulch. This creekside retreat is a great place for a getaway or an excellent basecamp for your Southwest Montana excursion. Carefully restored and updated with a small but modern kitchen, full bath, with a stone fireplace at the center of the cabin. Exposed logs and wood floors are comfortable while the Lodge Craft furnishings will remind you of accommodations in Yellowstone and Glacier. The huge main bedroom is a step-down from the living area and has a comfortable king-sized bed. There is also a smaller bedroom with a twin over full log bunkbed (sleeps 3). Comfortable linens along with extra layers of blankets make it warm on cool summer nights or the coldest of winter days.

We renovated this cabin for use by our own family, but it's too great not to share! We live in the adjacent home, but don't worry, with 5 acres of ground - we may not even bump into each other. All the same, if you need anything during your stay, we're right next door.

While cell service is sparse, we do have fiber-optic internet that allows for WiFi calling and all messaging options. Instructions provided in the welcome book at the Cabin. 100% of our guests have successfully used WiFi calling and you’ll see no difference in your service once connected! The TV supports Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, Prime Video, etc. Please plan to familiarize yourself with casting from your own device or use your login info to access.

HELENA AREA OPPORTUNITIES!

OUTDOOR REC: Spring Meadow Lake State Park (7.5 miles), Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds (8.4 miles), Great Divide Ski Area (26.0 miles), Helena National Forest (5 miles), hiking, snowmobiling, fishing, biking

HISTORICAL FUN: Holter Museum of Art (9.5 miles), Original Governor's Mansion (9.7 miles), Reeder’s Alley (9.8 miles), Downtown Helena (9.8 miles), Montana Historical Society Museum (10.8 miles)

THINGS TO DO: Broadwater Hot Springs & Fitness (5.0 miles), Great Northern Carousel (9.0 miles), ExplorationWorks (9.0 miles), The Myrna Loy (9.9 miles)

AIRPORT: Helena Regional Airport (12.1 miles)

POLICIES FOR YOUR STAY

- Strictly NO smoking inside or outside. Smoking outside will increase risk of fire!

- No pets allowed

- No events, parties, or gatherings. Large or small.

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

- Access code will be provided prior to your stay

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Use of loft area comes with risk. Caution advised.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Strictly No Smoking or Vaping in the house or on the grounds. This includes marijuana. Our area experiences fire danger.
FIREPLACE: Please limit to one fire per day. If you are planning a trip to town, etc., make sure the fire is out! Please use furnace for heat.
The Cabin is on a Septic System. Absolutely NO flushable wipes, baby wipes or feminine hygiene product may be flushed. Toilet Paper Only!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2319565vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Helena

Located in Helena, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cinemark Helena and Bill Roberts Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Northern Carousel and Exploration Works. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Helena, MT

What's nearby

  • Spring Meadow Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lakeside Trailhead - 20 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Carroll College - 22 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Helena Civic Center - 23 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 25 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wassweiler’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Casa Diego - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Pasadita - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"! on 11 May 2026 start from AU$345, 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 at “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “Amazing”! “Relaxing and Peaceful” Cabin. "A Montana Treasure"! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Spring Meadow Lake State Park, Mount Helena City Park and VA Medical Center-Fort Harrison. Lakeside Trailhead and Archie Bray Foundation are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect, clean, quiet and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
So happy your family enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved the cabin and the setting. The perfect stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2025
Thanks for your stay Denise! Perfect is just how we like it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The joys of staying in the woods and a cabin can’t be matched. Quiet, comfortable, and a truly epic place to spend time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thank you Karen. It was our pleasure to have you as our guest. With the first snow of the year just disappearing, it’s been an extra beautiful few days here in the woods. We’re so happy you enjoyed a peaceful time with family here! Please come and see us again when your travels bring you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and lovely cabin. Clean, easy check in and out, and tons of things to do! Exactly what you would want from a cabin in Montana!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
We enjoyed hosting you and your family Nicole! Thanks for being such conscientious guests, for caring well for our place and for your enthusiasm about staying here. We would be happy to see you visit this part of Montana again! Come back and see us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnes M.

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

Lovely cabin

Cozy stay in comfortable, historic cabin.Convenient, has all kinds of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Lovely, cozy cabin

Hosts are helpful and kind. Cabin was cozy and family friendly. A fun place to stay and experience Helena. Great fishing near by Helena.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Thanks Beth! It was great to have you at the place! I think Ollie misses seeing you guys. Hope your return trip to Montana was all that you hoped for. Come again and bring family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenna Bell O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Set in a peaceful and lovely outdoor setting, the Cabin was a premier example of well thought out “hospitality.” From amazingly comfortable beds, huge fluffy towels and motion lights directing the bathroom path at night, to well stocked game shelves, dual coffee maker and complimentary micro-beers, this cabin will inspire you and/or your family to experience true “serenity.” Thank you Rick and Family for such a wonderful experience. I hope to return, frequently. Blessings… Glenna Bell Orman, Livingston, MT
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Thank you! Come back and see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert P.

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

Pleasant stay.

great historic cabin. Hospitable hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Thanks for your stay! We enjoyed having you as our guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene & Rod C.

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

Perfect tranquil setting, close to town, We truly Loved it.

Perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2024
We truly enjoyed having you as our guests! What a treat to share some of the history of the place with you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, though Apple and Google maps have difficulty locating the address, and cell service cuts out along the road. Near Helena but in a rural neighborhood with lots of trees and a lovely view from the front deck. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thanks for your stay Ann! We appreciate that you cared so well for our place and would welcome you back again! It was great to see your family enjoying the setting and the deck. We haven't had any issue with guests finding our location previously. We do send detailed turn-by-turn directions out prior to all of our guests stays as a precaution. While cell service does drop on the way up, all of our guests have been successful in using WiFi calling from The Cabin! We enjoy living here and hosting folks at The Cabin as it's a great place to relax and get away from it all! Come back and see us again - we hope to earn your 5-Star rating on a future stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janinne S.

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

Absolutely Beautiful!

We had a very comfortable and peasant experience! Will absolutely book with these hosts again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Thank you Janinne! We sure enjoyed having you at The Cabin! It was great seeing smoke from the chimney - the fireplace is center stage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald I.

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful property, comfortable, well outfitted and extremely charming. The property owners were gracious and welcoming. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Thanks for making The Cabin a part of your weekend! We are grateful that it served well as you home base and place of respite! It was a pleasure to host you and couldn't have asked for more conscientious guests. Looking forward to greeting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Helena Hospitality

This property is great! Close to town, but outside enough to enjoy the quite. The cabin is cozy and has eveything you could need. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Thanks Jeff! It was a pleasure to host you and your group! It was amazing to see how well you engaged with the place - from front yard to our dog Ollie! We would welcome you back again any time! Thanks for choosing to stay at The Cabin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Tight Lines

Marvelous setting with great comfort!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
It's always great having fellow fly fishers at the Cabin! Glad you and Rick made good use of the front porch. Please come and see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Really just the best!

The set up is really good, very quiet and peaceful - if you’re looking to reset and recharge this is the base camp you’re looking for. The cabin is set up really well for a small group, we loved having a fire in the evenings (oops just realized I left the flue open ;) ), it’s big time cozy in there and we lucked out with arriving to fresh snow, this will be my default place to stay near Helena…
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Jeff - sorry for the delay! It was great to have you up our way. Snow has now given way to spring, but there is something magical about winter here. Come and see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was awesome! It was more than we could hope for! The hosts are very friendly and are great with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn B.

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

Wonderful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cozy cabin in the woods. Rick was great and very attentive to any needs we had during our stay. Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2023
Thanks Autumn! We're glad you enjoyed your stay! Winter is a beautiful time to visit The Cabin! Hoping you enjoyed the fireplace! It was great to see your group using it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Could not be happier

We love the setting the proximity to Helena was nice for going out Rick had great recommendations for food Bed was great and loved the fire place I hope to go back next year Sandy& Patrick
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

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

Colorado Gulch Cabin

Cool mountain cabin on Colorado Gulch provided a home base for us to explore Montana for the month of July 2022. Loved the cabin; very clean, nicely furnished, quick responses from owner, big yard, trees and wildlife.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
We truly enjoying hosting you! It was an honor to have The Cabin be the base camp for your month in Montana. Thanks for coming!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

A wonderful cabin getaway

Loved our 2 night stay in this charming cabin. It had everything we needed for a low key weekend with close proximity to hot springs. The fireplace is fantastic and the owners were very responsive to any questions or needs we had. The main bed was also incredibly comfortable. Would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2022
Thanks Matt! You and your crew were great! We enjoyed hosting you and appreciate your awesome communication, thoughtful cleanup and mostly that you enjoyed our style of hospitality! The Cabin is a gem and we love sharing it with others!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irie H.

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

Perfect Montana Getaway

Like a home away from home. This is the perfect getaway. Its clean, private, quiet, and so close to so many places you may want to visit. The owners are so gracious and will help you with most anything they can. We felt safe and comfortable and we even saw many animals. Would definitely recommend and would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
We were so grateful to have you as our guests! We take great pride in providing a uniquely Montana experience while not being too "cowboy cliche". Thank you for your thoughtful review! Please feel free to come our way again in the future and know that Ollie is patiently awaiting your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

Beautiful, peaceful cabin!

This property was wonderful! It was super comfortable, quiet and relaxing. My to young grandchildren stayed with me and enjoyed the cabin board games, playing in the teepee by the creek and running around the expansive yard. The host was super accommodating, too. I will definitely be back when I need a place to stay in Helena!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2021
Thank you for choosing our place! We are excited to see visitors who have a Helena connection that are able to spend time here with family. Thanks for leaving everything in such great shape! Come back to The Cabin soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget N.

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

Cleanest Place Ever!

This cabin was immaculate! My husband and I have stayed in many Vrbo’s and this was the cleanest hands down! Owner was super friendly and helpful! You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2024
Thanks for your stay! We really enjoyed sharing the Cabin with you and it was great seeing you enjoy the outdoor areas! Come and see us again!

About the host

Hosted by Rick Ahmann

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We are parents of a large family and enjoy VRBO as the BEST alternative to hotels when we travel! Experienced in the art of hospitality, we are able to provide a top notch stay in a one-of-a-kind place. We genuinely hope you'll enjoy The Cabin!

Why they chose this property

We have enjoyed "putting the day away" on the short drive home in the evenings, but even more, we hate leaving this property in the morning! We live next door to the Cabin and treasure this part of our property. With an open window, the sound of the creek helps us to get to sleep and stay asleep.

It's so easy to be in town for morning coffee or for an evening downtown, but escaping back to silence is golden. We're just a short distance from blue ribbon trout waters, best in the west mountain biking and an equal distance between Yellowstone and Glacier! You're going to love it here!

If you need anything, we're close by. However, we enjoy our privacy so we won't bug you!

What makes this property unique

Our place is a true historic gem. The family that spent summers here many years ago had a patriarch who was a famous inventor! While we enjoy the peaceful setting, we also love the fact that it takes just a few minutes to get into Helena.

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