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Jay and Jill's River Cabin (on the Clarkfork near Missoula)

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Alberton, MT
  • Big Sky Brewing Co.
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • St. Patrick Hospital
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • University of Montana
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Alberton

With a stay at this cabin in Alberton, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Clark Fork River and a 4-minute drive from Martin Point. .This family-friendly cabin is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Alberton Amble Road Ride and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Adventures with Western Waters.
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What's nearby

  • Big Sky Brewing Co. - 27 min drive - 40.0 km
  • St. Patrick Hospital - 32 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Wilma Theatre - 33 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Washington-Grizzly Stadium - 34 min drive - 50.8 km
  • University of Montana - 36 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

  • Missoula Intl. Airport (MSO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Edge Resort - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trax Bar Alberton - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Larry's Six Mile Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trax of Alberton - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪K Js Nine Mile Steak House - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Jay and Jill's River Cabin (on the Clarkfork near Missoula)

If you’re looking for luxury accommodations in a private, rustic setting on the Clarkfork River close to Missoula, look no further! Think Pottery Barn meets rustic Montana...

Do you like to fish, hike, bike, kayak, raft, ski, snowmobile, hunt or breathe fresh mountain air? What if you could do all of those things within a quick 25 minute drive to Missoula's fine restaurants, shops, music, nightlife, farmers markets, art scene or the University of Montana? Then look no further!! You'll love Jay and Jill's Log Cabin on the Clarkfork River.

Jay and Jill's cabin is the perfect way to experience Montana. This custom log home was built with care and attention to detail from the bathroom’s multi-colored slate shower and floors to the kitchen’s unique cabinets and counter tops, spa-style wet room in the 2nd bath, shiplap walls and tasteful decor. Features include on demand hot water, in-floor heat, cathedral ceilings, and 180 degree views right from the kitchen. The open floor plan and spacious deck allow for optimum entertaining and the Jodul wood stove will make it feel cozy even on the coldest nights. In the summer the yard is impeccably manicured with lush grass, wild flowers, and more—a real mountain oasis perfect for your vacation getaway! Relax as you enjoy the breathtaking views of the Clark Fork River and surrounding mountains from the comfort and privacy of the front deck. Keep your eyes open for deer, elk, eagles, osprey, bear and much more!

This luxury cabin nestled on the Clark Fork River is just 20 minutes from the Missoula International Airport. The property spans over 60 acres of pine and fir forest, borders public lands on 2 sides and is centrally located to all the outdoor pursuits Montana has to offer within a short drive to the heart of downtown Missoula. Excellent fishing access to the Clark Fork River. Petty Creek, Fish Creek and Nine Mile Creek are minutes from your doorstep or use the boat launch at the end of the road (2 mi) for easy access to various stretches of the Clark Fork River. Within 5 minutes of the House: World Class Fishing and guides, Lewis and Clark Scenic Byway, whitewater rafting in the Alberton Gorge, Hiawatha Trail, mountain biking, hiking, trail running, rock climbing and bird, elk, deer, mountain lion, bear and big horn sheep hunting during season. Within 30 minutes of the House: multiple National Forest trail heads, Snowbowl Ski Area, Lolo Pass Recreation Area, The Lochsa River, The Bitterroot River, The Blackfoot River, Lolo Hot Springs and much more.

Note: There are 2 flights of STEEP stairs inside the cabin so please be mindful of your ability to navigate up and down stairs. Knowing this ahead of time will make your stay much more enjoyable! If steep stairs are challenging for anyone in your party, this may not be the right fit :)
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jill Demers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Jay Jill's River Cabin

Jay and Jill's River Cabin (on the Clarkfork near Missoula) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely AMAZING!
Wow did we enjoy our stay at this property! I booked this property because the listing looked good online, however there was a major wow factor when we actually walked into the cabin. The view from the master bedroom loft was incredible. My husband and I loved relaxing in bed in the morning. Our 2 sons shared the room with the bunkbed and there was more than enough privacy. The basement has a TV where my husband enjoyed watching football, which did not interfere with me enjoying the breathtaking views from the porch. Our first evening there we saw the northern lights! There is definitely a property I recommend and plan to return to at some point.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Fly Fishing Trip
Great stay at Jill's home. House was just what we wanted and exactly as advertised. The view from the deck is the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ky W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in the woods
We only slept here and left early the next morning. We will have to go back again for a longer trip 😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Log cabin gem
Lovely views, quiet retreat, spacious and clean. Enjoy the wildlife!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We stayed here for a weekend with our family and it was great! The view on the patio was amazing! The cabin was in a very private, peaceful location. We would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
The views were amazing! It was quiet and peaceful! Wildlife was beautiful (bald eagle, turkey, & bunnies)! Nice place for a family as there are 2 living areas with a game table! Hosts were very available for questions! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for our family!
Great location, wonderful views. Easy drive in, some wildlife sightings along the way. Great view off the deck. Kitchen met our needs. Easily accommodated 4 seniors plus another room with bunks if youre bringing kids/teens. Definitely a rustic feel, comfortable, relaxing. Convenient to Missoula and easy drive from the airport. We were quite satisfied. Thanks guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Such a charming property, comfy beds and very clean. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Pasco, Washington USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
We came to help our son pack up his dorm for the summer and stayed in this lovely cabin. The host, Jill, was very friendly and responded promptly to messages. I especially loved the scrapbook and back story of the cabin her and her husband built themselves as young 20 somethings. It is obvious that the cabin was a labor of love. That said, it has some quirks, but that only adds to the character of the home. I LOVED the view from the back deck and the wedge windows. It was so fun for the kids to see the deer and wild turkeys that roamed around the grounds. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful Montana scenery. The kitchen had a good assortment of basic necessities and all the appliances were in good condition. The bathrooms were well stocked, and the cabin was nice and clean upon our arrival. The only notable downsides were the creaky floors (but hey, it's wood), and the stairs. Oh, the stairs. They're steep! If everyone in your party is young(ish) and agile, this is a great place to stay. If you have someone who'd have trouble navigating the stairs it might not be for you. In all, this was a wonderful property and we would love to stay again in the future. On a side note, the nearest store is a good 25+ minutes away, so plan accordingly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank G., Northern Va

Liked: Cleanliness
great vacation
It was very relaxing. close to Missola and Frenchtown Jill and Jay were very friendly and told us all obout the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G., Shreveport la

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and accessible
Location on the river is inconsequential. River not accessible from the property. Views of butte and mountains was relaxing. Kitchen well supplied with cooking gear. Gas range is on propane and cooks hotter than natural gas. Lightning is a bit challenging. There is a flashlight beside the sink. Stairway is not a standard rise/run. Could be challenging for smaller children and adults with motor issues Beddiing was comfortable and in good condition. We arrived st the end of an unusually hotter week but with fans and windows were able to cool down at dusk. Some wild turkeys and chipmunk are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d love to come back
We stayed for a couple nights as we were attending a wedding. If I had the trip to do all over again I would have stayed at this place for a week or longer. It was so peaceful and the views are to die for…. We had a great time and wished it was longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Sydney M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a cabin
Spectacular view and good location if attending a wedding at White Raven. That’s about all the good I have to say. This is one of those properties where you get a laundry list of jobs during checkout. After hauling all the towels and sheets to the dingy basement laundry room and cleaning - to what we thought was an adequate level for a guest and not a professional cleaning team - we accidentally left 1 of our recycling bags inside the front door. I was later called by the host and reprimanded for leaving the recycling and not cleaning to Jill’s level of cleanliness. She was rude and accusatory and completely unprofessional. The floor creaks and it’s obnoxious, the shower pressure in the basement is non existent. The bath down there had old water in it when we got there as well. We had to go buy paper towels because there were none. Although there were body wash and shampoo bottles in the shower, bring your own because they were empty. We had to wash dishes before using them and the oven was so dirty that any time we turned it on the whole cabin filled with smoke. My elderly aunt stayed with us and she could not do either set of stairs. Definitely don’t stay here is you are traveling with an older crowd. Listed as a lot per night but with host fee, service fee, cleaning fee it was over a grand for 2 nights. Not worth the price. Stay here if you want a rustic visit but don’t forget to bring your mop and latex gloves!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand views in a remote getaway
Wonderful stay, Jill was easy to communicate with, and gave us wonderful restaurant recommendations. Her and her families cabin is exactly what we were looking for; beautifully off the beaten path without being too far from the main hub. Excellent place to stay and operate around. Would stay again! Thank you Jill and Fam!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Good short term stay
Great place to stay for a couple of nights. Beautiful view from porch. Don’t expect to sleep with the extremely squeaky floorboards and train close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

L.W. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Things that can be easily fixed.
The downstairs sliding glass door & the cold water faucet in the bathtub were inoperative. The exposed light bulbs had no lampshade, the downstairs bath barn door had no handle on the inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
The cabin was very clean and cozy. It was an easy drive with great directions. One thing to note is that the bunk beds are on the main floor. My elderly mother slept in the bottom bunk and bragged on how comfortable it was. An added bonus was that her grandson slept on the top bunk, so they had a little slumber party. I would highly recommend Jay and Jill’s cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Getaway
Beautiful Hand Built Cabin. The view of the Clark Fork River is amazing. The property is gorgeous and perfectly remote. Fly Fishing is 5 mins away! We all really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Quiet and quaint log cabin with an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ben D., Yorktown, VA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Montana Trip #2
Be prepared to be off of the beaten path. You will need to be ready to do some driving to get to any normal conveniences but then this is why you come here. Weather was a bit dreary until the last day but we made the best of it. Would definitely stay here again but would be better prepared.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

William b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Missoula stay
Need an easier method of contacting a VRBO person by phone
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
We had a family wedding nearby and rented this for a sister and grandma and great aunt to stay. This worked out great. We were even able to drop off some food for the wedding and put in the fridge early. That was really helpful. The cabin was beautiful and clean. It was even better than the pictures! We would definitely recommend this cabin and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location
Sweet stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022