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Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sula, MT
  • Big Hole National Battlefield
    ‪73 min drive‬
  • Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine
    ‪168 min drive‬
  • Georgetown Lake
    ‪201 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop

The property is situated on the upper East Fork of the Bitterroot River. Mountains surround the area, the river is a few minute walk away, and wildlife is everywhere. While there are neighbors, it is a remote location. There is so much to do right outside the door and even more adventures with a little driving.

In the immediate area there is limitless fishing, hiking, backpacking, bike riding, ATV roads and trails, and in the winter, some of the best snowmobiling. The area is considered some of the best hunting in the world.

Using the property as a jumping off point you can drive to hot springs, skiing at Lost Trail, Camp Sula (food, drink and supplies), the great little town of Darby with most everything you might need. A day trip can take you to the Battle of Bighole National Park, the town of Wisdom, and the Jackson Hotsprings.

The two bedroom, one bath main cabin is idyllic with a rustic yet elegant feel both inside and out. The open floor plan downstairs provides a relaxing space for family and friends to cook and socialize.

The upstairs features two bedrooms and a lofted sleeping area with perfect cabin vibe for great sleeping and napping.

The cabin is stocked with a library of books, movies and games. While there is no cell service there is WiFi with limited streaming. The kitchen has everything you need for whipping up some awesome grub.

Outside there are old growth ponderosa pine and fir trees. Enjoy the hot tub for the always chilly mornings and evenings. There is a private courtyard with a fire area that is perfect for those evening fires and plenty of space to park a self-contained RV or camper.

Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and kept on the property. Please be considerate of others. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dog both inside and out. An additional nightly fee of $40 will be applied to guests bringing a dog. Limit of two dogs.

Finally, the shop area. It is a 24x48 shop that is full of fun. It includes a mini basketball court, a regulation height basketball hoop, a high quality ping-pong table, and a foosball table. It is perfect for the kids or as an open gathering space for the adults.

At a minimum, the main cabin sleeps six.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 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

About the neighborhood

Sula

Located in Sula, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Bitterroot River and Lick Creek Saddle Trailhead can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lost Trail Powder Mountain.
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Sula, MT

What's nearby

  • Lick Creek Saddle Trailhead - 45 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Chief Joseph Cross Country Ski Trail - 47 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Lost Trail Powder Mountain - 47 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Darby Park - 53 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Big Hole National Battlefield - 73 min drive - 71.7 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sula Mountain Retreat with Hot Tub and Fun-filled Shop located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bitterroot River and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Lick Creek Saddle Trailhead. Bitterroot Valley and Chief Joseph Cross Country Ski Trail are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Cabin!

Great cabin in the mountains and perfectly stocked with everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Great Family Fun

Had a great stay for a family birthday getaway. No complaints as everything exceeded expectations. I'm sure we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol w., Bozeman, Montana

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

BWAGS

The property fit 6 women nicely with one person on her own sleeping pad. The hot tub and shower were very nice. Sofa not comfy. Pillows were a bit funky. One bathroom which worked for 6 of us. Beautiful drive to property from Sula. Lots of pots to cook with and lots of plates and cutlery. Big table to play games on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Perfect Mountain Cabin

Such a great space! The kitchen is well appointed with everything we needed. We really enjoyed the ping pong table, basketball and cornhole. It was a great way to relax after a day of skiing. Easy to get fires going with all the kindling and wood right there and it warmed up quickly with the double barrel wood stove. We admired the book, VHS, DVD collection and lamented that we didn’t have more time to enjoy it all. Perfect spot! Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley R.

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

Excellent mountain cabin

Excellent, warm mountain cabin with all sorts of amenities and comforts. Very well equipped kitchen. Nice beds and bedding. The shower in the bathroom is very nice. Owner provided lots of firewood. I would definitely stay again for a hunting trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herbert A.

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

Another Great Stay

This is our 2nd time at this cabin and it was another great stay. The cabin is perfect and my family of four loves it. The radiant floor heat was new this time and worked very well-never needed the wood stove. The Hot Tub was very nice after some long days of hiking. Ping pong, darts, and basketball in the shop is always a family favorite. We will be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Weekend getaway

The house was perfect for our weekend away to enjoy some outdoor activities and reconnect. We were spoiled by the abundance of fishing spots near and around the location. Our favorite perks of the property were the hot tub and table tennis! The house was clean, cozy and created a relaxing atmosphere for us to just relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Great place to relax

If you look for a nice, clean, quiet place just to relax this is the perfect fit for you. Everything was great. Enjoyed the time there very much and dealing with the host was a pleasure as well. I am not sure where the person giving a 1star review to this place stayed, but mustvhave been a different place. So definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Perfect cabin stay!

Trent and Rachel's cabin had everything we needed for our family vacation. The place is very cozy with lots to do on the property. We appreciated the clean hot tub and linens. The area is very beautiful and off the beaten path so plan accordingly. We definitely would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sam S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Property and neighborhood very ugly eyesore

The first thing you see upon arrival is a junk car in the yard and an old RV and numerous other small buildings scattered around the property. This is an area that appears to be subdivided into 1 acre lots. No privacy. A wall tent in neighboring property is rented out as housing. No upstairs plumbing where all the bedrooms are located. Awkward bedroom entrances provide little privacy. This not a vacation home. No nice amenities. Stay away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Awesome place!

Had a wonderful time here! House was very homey with everything you would need from kitchen essentials to games and movies. We really enjoyed the game area in the shop where we spent lots of time playing basketball, ping pong, and darts. Check in process was seamless with great communication from our host. Area was perfect to unwind and relax. Tons of fishing nearby along with fun ATV trails. Cute little town of Darby is close by (about 40 minutes away) to get anything you need. Had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Montana reunion retreat

Great, well equipped place with everything we needed and a few extra things. Although, we did not spend much time there, just sleeping, it provided a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bear hunt

Stayed at this property with 3 friends for a spring bear hunt. House and property was great, plenty of parking for all of us and the house had everything we needed. Plenty of space, amenities, cooking utensils, ect. Added bonus was the hot tub for a nice soak after a day of hiking the mountains. Though we did not bring a bear home, we did find some in the area, just couldn't capitalize on the opportunity. Wifi in the cabin worked great for facetime with the family. Overall a great place to stay, and a great host who reached out the day of check-in to see if we needed anything additional!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

erdebren

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

Memorial Day weekend

Great family place. Remote. Quiet. FUN!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

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

Rustic cabin with some posh and fun touches

Neat place, good communication from owner/manager, cool remote location, saw a wolverine on the drive! Would stay again, and recommend, in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

Amazing cabin with all you need to relax and have a great time

Love this place can’t wait to do this trip again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan and Matthew K., Mentor, OH

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed a great weekend at the cabin and the hot tub was a nice apres ski bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Great stay

We were in Sula for a family ski trip. Had a great time and really enjoyed the amenities at the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Great place for a family gathering!

The location was fantastic and the property was well cared for. Our kids had a blast in the garage/shop - basketball, ping pong, etc. We loved being out of cell phone range for a few days!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey H.

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

Wonderful space, hot tub and property were clean and welcoming. Even left treats for my dog.

Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Herbert A.

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

Perfect Cabin

Great cabin and amenities! Everyone loved playing basketball and ping pong in the shop. The hot tub was great for relaxing in the evenings. We added a night to our stay and Trent was very accommodating in getting us set up and even starting a fire so we arrived to a warm place. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great cabin!

We really enjoyed our stay, this cabin was perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Great cabin in a beautiful area.

The cabin was wonderful. It was just enough room for us and our 4 kids. We enjoyed the hot tub and game shed and loved the campfire area. The river was farther from the cabin than we expected which was a bit disappointing, but it wasn’t too far by any means. We would have preferred being farther away from other cabins/people, but the neighbors were quiet and it was still a good experience. It is quite a drive to anyplace with any kind of services. We come from a very remote area so we weren’t too worried about it, but it was even more remote that we expected. If you plan to do anything away from the cabin, like going for groceries or out to eat or to a lake…plan to make a day of it because it’s not just a quick trip there and back. It’s an absolutely WONDERFUL place for anyone wanting to be surrounded by nature. The mountains and streams surrounding it are breathtaking and we saw, elk, bighorn sheep, and deer while driving from our cabin to the main highway…each trip was a scouting trip to see what we’d find. ☺️ The WiFi works for cell service at the cabin but once you leave the cabin be prepared to drive at least an hour before you’ll have any kind of service again. Overall, this was a great experience for us and Trent was great to answer any questions we had about the cabin or surrounding area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felicie B.

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

Great place to stay in the Bitterroot Valley

The cabin is great if you want to relax in the Bitterroot Valley. You’re quite isolated but still plenty of hiking around and the cabin is very confortable and very well equipped for every need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Great place for exploring!

This place was perfect for our trip visiting family and exploring in the mountains. The house was clean and had a lot of amenities. We loved having the hot tub to relax in at the end of the day. Great place in the quiet mountains!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

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We began developing this property in 2005. We started with a small cabin and an outhouse. Over the years we added infracstructure, built the main cabin, and later the shop. We hired local contractors to help us but we designed and built the structures from the bottom of up with our own four hands!

In building the main cabin, we focused on a balance of affordabilty and efficiency. In the winter, the woodstove keeps the cabin nice and warm and in the summer, AC is not even needed. If it is in the 90s, we might use a fan at night. A big part of the efficiency is the 12 inches of insulation in the ceiling and an insulated mono-slab on which the cabin is built. To put it in perspective, many people in the area burn 10-12 cords of wood (that is a lot of wood--like, a full-size pick up loaded and stacked four feet high, 10-12 times). We burned 2-3 cords per year and we were always very comfortable.

For seven years we raised out children here. It was an idyllic situation where we learned a lot about living in a wilderness area and learning to enjoy the winters which are distinctly different than even seven miles down the East Fork Road. It truly is a winter wonderland.

As our kids got older and more involved in sports and music, the distance to the bus stop (14 miles) and to school (around 35 miles) started to be more and more challenging. We decided life would be a lot easier if we had a place in town. Life has been easier, but we are fortunated to be able to keep this property that will forever be what our kids consider home.

On the property you will see some remnants of our lifestyle. We raised chickens and pigs for a while (to be clear, there are not chicken and pigs on the property now) and purchases and used a sawmill to produce some of our building materials. Living a life where we were more dependent on ourselves was highly rewarding and, someday, we might be able to it all again.

We love to share out story. Just ask if you would like more details.


Why they chose this property

The property can best be described as, "cozy." "Rustic" also fits but that implies that maybe is is not super nice. Everything looks rustic, but everything is super nice and some might even say, elegant.

The shop is probably what makes the property the most unique vacational rental around. You can just hang out in their and enjoy the wide open space. Or, you and your family can enjoy a game of ping-pong or basketball. For the kids, the mini, full court basket court is about the coolest thing ever. We've burned off a lot of meals playing family basketball games. If you are a couple, maybe you haven't shot hoops in years. Give it a try on the shortened hoops or on that full size hoop (it seems taller, but it is regulation height). It really is a fun to way to excersize.

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