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Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch

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Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch

  • Escape and relax in this authentic log cabin. It offers 2 bedrooms with convertible king beds to two twin beds, full bathroom, and a loft with sitting room. It's a riverside sanctuary perfectly suited for a fly-fishing retreat or a family getaway. Enjoy 340 pristine acres with a full mile of the West Fork of the Bitterroot River at your doorstep, this cabin offers the ultimate Montana experience.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please do the dishes and leave your dirty towels in the tub.
Please take your trash to the cans in front of the lodge.
Please turn off the lights and leave your key on the table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Darby is home to this cabin. While the natural beauty of Painted Rocks State Park and Bitterroot River can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Lost Trail Powder Mountain. Visit our Darby travel guide
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Darby, MT

What's nearby

  • A mountain lake surrounded by forested hills.
    Painted Rocks State Park
    3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a lake, and dense forest.
    Darby Park
    55 min drive - 65.5 km
  • Bitterroot River
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Painted Rocks State Recreation Area
    6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Darby Pioneer Memorial Museum
    52 min drive - 64.1 km

Getting around

  • Salmon, ID (SMN-Lemhi County)
    137 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch located?

Situated in Darby, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Bitterroot River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Painted Rocks State Park and Painted Rocks Lake. Painted Rocks State Recreation Area and Blue Joint Hot Springs are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Wilderness, wildlife, and fishing cabin - The Ponderosa at Alta Ranch Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a stunning stay! Truly a Montana mountain cabin with access to a beautiful river and fire pit. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in the Ponderosa cabin. Val was a very helpful host. The beautiful property is central to good hiking, but has plenty of land to explore if you don't want to get back in the car. The cabin itself was well built and adequately stocked. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026