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Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake

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The guest house!
Lounging area
Writing Desk
Dinning area
Dinning room window seats

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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MIssoula, MT
  • University of Montana
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Patrick Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Washington-Grizzly Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd Floor Master

1 King Bed

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Main

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake

Cozy Guest house located in the highly sought after Rattlesnake Neighborhood. Locals and others from afar love to visit this tranquil neighborhood which offers a great escape with so many vacation options. Please don't expect to see rattlesnakes, but perhaps deer and an occasional black bear! We fell in love with this property because of the history and location. This is a 100 year old estate that was one of the first houses in the middle Rattlesnake. The Guest house has its own little history! The family who lived here for 70 years operated a daycare and after-school service in the guest house which was converted to a cozy abode. There are many local residents who remember attending this little daycare which operated for nearly 40 years.

Today we love this location because of the nostalgic history and allure of the valley. In the summer enjoy the cool night breeze and the rustling leaves in the trees. You might even say you feel like you are in a tree house!

You can expect a cozy and updated experience with all the amenities of a home away from home. Sleep 5 comfortably in the beds provided. Use the full kitchen to cook your meals or escape to a local favorite restaurant! There are two bathrooms in the house, one is a full bath and the other is a 1/2 bath. There is also a cozy outdoor area for coffee in the morning or a fire in the fire pit!

Other reasons to pick this spot include the location to the University of Montana.
Walking distance to University of Montana (1.6 miles). Great access to hiking, mountain biking, Ten Spoon Winery, Rattlesnake Cafe, Rattlesnake Creek, Greenough Park, Pineview Park and just 5 minutes to downtown Missoula.

From our yard you might see Hang-gliders hovering around MT. Jumbo. The Rattlesnake is 32,000-acres of wilderness and 22,000-acres of national recreation on a city bus route.

Property manager

Shannon Marsden
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Missoula

Located in Upper Rattlesnake, a neighbourhood in Missoula, this holiday home is in the mountains. Missoula Art Museum and Wilma Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Missoula and Traveler's Rest State Park. A Carousel for Missoula and Children's Museum Missoula are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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MIssoula, MT

What's nearby

  • University of Montana - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Wilma Theatre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • St. Patrick Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Caras Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Washington-Grizzly Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Patio at Rattlesnake Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drum Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Thomas Meagher Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest House In the Upper Rattlesnake located?

Located in Upper Rattlesnake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bitterroot Valley, Greenough Park and Lincoln Hills Trailhead. Jumbo Trailhead and Clark Fork River Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Perfect staging home!

It was the perfect place to rest between enjoying outdoor adventures in Rattlesnake National Rec Area and Blue Mountain, concerts at KettleHouse Amphitheater and nice restaurants in downtown Missoula.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin T.

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

Loved it!

The cottage was roomy but cozy and the location is perfect to enjoy all Western Montana has to offer. Our hostess Shannon could not have been nicer. Great communication throughout. We lost power for a couple of days due to the storm that devastated parts of Missoula. It looked like power may be out for much longer. Shannon graciously offered to give us a credit or let us out of the agreement. We wouldn’t hear of it. Hated leaving this little peace of Heaven. Thank you Shannon and family. Marty and Lynn
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William N.

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

Fishing Local Rivers

Centrally located for our week long fishing. Easy access to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandra K.

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

Perfectly listed cabin

Truly a quaint stay. The host was friendly. The cabin was cozy. The beds and pillows were fantastically comfortable. The only complaint came from my children when it was time to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian l.

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

Great place

Cozy guest house with lots of room. Fantastic and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merisa M.

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

Nice Hidden Stay

We loved this VRBO for our small group. It was clean and easy to access. Property owner was great and we will for sure go back. Easy access to everything else and quiet and out of the way too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karleen O.

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

Wonderful Cozy Cottage

The cottage is wonderfully stocked with kitchen items and plenty of towels and a fantastic ice machine. Roomy living space. Location was perfect for our stay. Definitely will book this cottage on our next stay in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aysa T.

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

Perfect!

The home was secluded, which was wonderful because we couldn't hear any traffic or neighbors. But it was, initially, a little hard to find because it set behind another home, and it was late at night when we arrived. But Shannon directed into the place and is a very sweet lady. It was a lovely home with a full kitchen and dining area. My bed was so comfortable! I loved having two bathrooms too. Worked very well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanah M.

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

Great location and price!

We had a great time. The location was perfect for us, close to our family, trails, and the rattlesnake cafe! It worked really well for the 4 of us, and had room for my brother when he decided to stay one of the nights. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Fly fishing trip

This was a perfect place for our group to enjoy town as well as get out quickly to hit the river
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

U of M move in

Our stay was very comfortable! Great location and wonderful host. We had a shower issue and Shannon was on top of it but unable to get cooperation from the professionals, therefore she graciously opened her house to us until the issue was fixed. She also credited the two days we were without the shower. We moved our daughter to the university there so we hope the house is available for all our return visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary K.

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

Comfort and convenience

We enjoyed our stay at this guesthouse. The Rattlesnake location is convenient to all that Missoula has to offer while, at the same time, feeling like a getaway. The host, Shannon, is welcoming and very responsive but not at all intrusive. We felt very comfortable here.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

June 2023 Basketball Camp

Delightful place. Very relaxing. Super convenient to the University, the Rattlesnake trails, downtown and interstate. Will definitely check availability when I’m in my favorite town again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kelley S.

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

Week long stay for a wedding

Great location convenient to town. Really enjoyed the outdoor space. We were allowed in an hour early - told it was ready and we appreciated that. But, we were disappointed in the lack of cleanliness. Very dusty all over, mouse droppings on pillows and we had to wipe down the fridge prior to using. No hand soap in the bathrooms. Had to borrow box fans from my family in Missoula for the airless downstairs bedroom. Needed a little TLC prior to guests arriving but we just took care of getting the things we needed ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Smith a., Missoula

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

Loved this quiet and comfy spot

We thoroughly enjoyed being “at home” in this quiet and comfy spot. Shannon was amazing and so generous! It was a wonderful get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

T D.

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

Grad weekend

Just what we needed and Shannon was so helpful and gracious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

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

Perfect Spot

Very nice guest house. Convenient location. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Renee W., Colorado, United States

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location away.

We live in Montana and had tickets to a show at the Kettlehouse Ampitheater (which was almost rained out!) so we checked in seamlessly and headed into town. The house has a lovely backyard, deck and plenty of room for 2 cars to park. The internet is also strong, which was good for me because I worked the following day remotely. I will say the fridge and freezer were not very clean and same with some of the silverware. Plenty of towels, hand soap and amenities. I really liked the close proximity to town, and far enough away for it to be quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim f.

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

Great location

We had a great stay at the Rattlesnake cottage. It's a great location convenient to hiking and town. The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans and there are plenty of dishes. Shannon was responsive to questions/concerns and our stay went smoothly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Saint Paul, MN

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

Really great spot

I stayed here with my brother while visiting my son and it was perfect. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking and very easy clean up. Location is great and we loved Augie the pup! Will stay again on my return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We Enjoyed our Stay

It was clean and comfortable. The beds are comfortable. There is a lot of character to the property with a rustic look and a number of interesting nick-nacks. The listing, however, is a bit confusing; when I searched VRBO it came up as having 2 and 1/2 half baths, but in the details and property itself, it is only 1 and 1/2 baths. I received 2 check-in instruction sheets, which were similar, but there were some discrepancies (such as wi-fi password) which caused some confusion. All in all, a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Perfect Stay in the Rattlesnake

My husband and I rented this guest house over the holidays so we could be in close proximity to our relatives. The guest house was better than I anticipated, and I would rent it again if I was staying in Missoula without any connections! The house is tucked away behind the main house but is still quite large (though I live in DC so my idea of large is subjective). The two bedrooms were perfect, and there is a little alcove that would be perfect for a kid or two to sleep. It got down to single digits during our stay but the heat worked perfectly. I would recommend staying here during your next stay in Missoula! Thank you to our hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Russell H.

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

Good location

It was a place to stay and very convenient location. Having only one shower for four people and had to go into other bedroom wasn’t ver convenient. I would say a great place for just one couple!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

A hideaway in The Rattlesnake

The guest house was a welcome escape from hotels in Missoula. Its off the road behind the main house and extremely quiet. We ate most of our meals here to get away from restaurant fare and binge watched Netflix in the evenings. Shannon was the best host ever and a wealth of information. We would definately stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shannon Marsden

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Hi! My name is Shannon Marsden and I am the fortunate owner of this fun little property in the Rattlesnake. Originally we purchased this place with the idea that someday we would turn the guest house into a space where others can come and feel at home while enjoying activities, family and friends in Missoula. The previous owners had the house for over 70 years and we bought it in 2015. We have had fun bringing the property up to date and continue to add to its charm by reinvesting the money earned through rentals to make it even more comfortable for guests and offering even more amenities. We hope you will come and enjoy the property and the area!

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location!

What makes this property unique

Proximity to downtown and all the Missoula has to offer! Privacy and amenities!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests