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ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley!

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the Guest House at ABC acres.
Guest House in the right/fore ground; other farm buildings n playground as well.
farm buildings, ABC acres.
the Bitterroot River, a 5 minute walk off the back of our/your property.
pigs!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hamilton, MT
  • Daly Mansion
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Sawtooth Trailhead
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Stock Farm Club
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Master/Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed

Rec. Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley!

(Please note there are four separate and unique rental homes on the property, please see Vrbo listings: Gate House 903543, Range View Cabin 2066081, & Yellow Farmhouse 2771749)

ABC acres is a permaculture farm in the Bitterroot Valley of Western Montana. Sustainable food production, healthy living systems, and ecological design is what we are all about. Our chickens, goats, and newly buzzing honeybee populations are out on open pasture, eating, resting, pollinating, and living the way nature intended.

Much like our livestock family, our vegetables, herbs, fruits and nuts are grown with the same approach. It’s a mixture of annuals and perennials intertwined with pollinator species, companion plantings, and multi-structured food forests…. nature’s way… a way of ensuring diversity, reducing disease, and increasing harvest for an overall healthy farm.

The Guest House was built in 2014. Offering four dedicated bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, comfortable living/dining space, and well-equipped kitchen, the Guest House interior sits at about 1800 sqft. The structure was built with no VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) both inside and out, and non-toxic spray foam insulation, which speaks to the underlying theme of healthy environments which pervade throughout the farmstead. The Guest House offers both forced heat and air conditioning for your comfort, complete with HEPA filtration for high quality interior air all season long. To insure a clean, healthy drinking/bathing experience, all water is routed through an iron filtration system then finally through an ‘Alive Water’ system to reinvigorate & re-energize the water at all points of use. On the exterior, a covered deck along with outdoor dining set and lounge furniture for your relaxation and viewing pleasure. Seasonal strawberry patches situated off the North side, as well as a selection of culinary herbs for use in the kitchen, are all yours to enjoy.

The Guest House is situated in the ‘heart of the farm’. Positioned alongside the current implement shed (home to machinery and equipment), the seasonal irrigation waterway (April to October) and in close proximity to the goat barn and livestock paddocks, the Guest House is witness to the daily activities of the farm. As a guest of the farm, and from the comfort of the west facing porch, you may witness farm staff running pasture irrigation, osprey fishing for trout in the waterway, goats bleating in the near distance, elk & deer grazing the pastures at dusk, and so much more. It is these on-farm experiences that give staying at the Guest House its charm.

Conveniently located just a few miles South of Hamilton, a short walk to the Bitterroot River, and bordered by picturesque farms and public lands, ABC acres provides an idyllic combination of wide-open spaces, wildlife, and outdoor adventure, while also remaining just minutes from the Valley’s small-town happenings.

Don’t hesitate to contact our Farm Stay Manager with any questions you might have, where/what you can explore, and how to best enjoy the abundance of on- and off-farm activities available. Beyond a place to simply rest your head, ABC acres is here to enhance your visit and help create memories for a lifetime.

*Recognized as a top Farm Stay destination by the Travel Channel 2017, and Travel & Leisure 2023.
*Honored to be a part of The 2017 Great American Farm Tour, hosted by Justin Rhodes (Abundant Permaculture).

Property manager

James Southwell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Subject to details, pls enquire.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: subject to details, pls enquire.
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

Hamilton

Located in Hamilton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Daly Mansion and Darby Pioneer Memorial Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westslope Distillery and Shed Horn Cellars. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hamilton, MT

What's nearby

  • Bitterroot Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Daly Mansion - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Sawtooth Trailhead - 16 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Stock Farm Club - 30 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Florence Coffee Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bitter Root Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Town Pump - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Higherground Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ABC acres' Guest House - Agritourism & Adventure in Montana's Bitterroot Valley! located?

This family-friendly Hamilton holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bitterroot Valley and Bitterroot River. Bitterroot Mall and Skalkaho Bend Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sunny B.

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

Perfect

My family of 6 loved staying at ABC acres, we wished we had more time there. The property is absolutely beautiful and relaxing. The house was well supplied and clean. The beds were very comfortable and linens were excellent quality. Tim and Terry the host were friendly and hospitable. We loved seeing all of the animals from goats to deer not to forget the farm cat as well. This is everything you could want in a vacation property. I would absolutely book with ABC acres again if I am ever back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie W.

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

Beautiful home with Montana views!

We rented this home for thanksgiving, four adults and two teens. The property hosts are wonderful and accommodating. Just perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Randy B.

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

Alot of empty promises

If your looking at planning an event here. Get everything in writing and make sure they sign it. We had alot of empty promises for our wedding day. There was no warm welcome (James) was very rude and refused communication with us to help make our WEDDING DAY special. We had been in communication for months. James was more worried about more money rather than making our ceremony spot special. He had over 5 months to prepare the area and went out day before WEDDING TO CUT AND TRY TO WATER. Plus he had rented out parking lot plus a building so we couldn't setup ceremony day before and he had promised us months before. Like i titled it alot of empty promises.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza C.

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

Best Place to Stay in Hamilton, Mt

Really well appointed home, beautiful scenery, lovely people on the entire Farm. Very well equipped kitchen. Comfortable and Clean. Easy communication with owner. Overall just an awesome time and our family will hopefully not have to stay anywhere else when we come back to visit Hamilton. And we have stayed at a lot of other places… trust me just book this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ravi K., Seattle

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

Loved this farm house stay

The property was amazing and the house was perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

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

Great stay for family/group

Three adult couples plus my two adult sons comfortably stayed at this property. The house was organized and well arranged, so all we needed to do was settle in and enjoy. We even enjoyed fresh produce and eggs from the farm! In addition to the lovely home, was the beautiful setting! It was truly picture perfect. The outdoor seating with backdrop of meadow and mountains was stunning. We enjoyed many meals on the back porch in order to more fully enjoy this amazing view. The property host, James, was most welcoming and helpful. We would definitely enjoy another stay here when we return to this area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Dreamy Organic Farm Setting

My husband and I celebrated our 50th anniversary at ABC Acres by gathering our family (six adults and one 2.5 yr old) for a week in a perfect setting for us. Our grandson fed the goats some alfalfa every morning and he played several times in the onsite playground area. We bought chicken and quail eggs, organic meat, jam, and pickles from the ABC Acres farm store. The guest house we rented has a beautiful view of the farm and looks toward the west range of the Bitterroot mountains. We hiked on nearby mountain trails several times, went fly-fishing with guides and rode horses near Lolo. Our stay was capped off by a terrific tour of the farm’s tropical greenhouse, and explanations of the overall permaculture management and chicken, goat, and quail husbandry. The Guest House beds were incredibly comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils. If you’re looking for a clean, (well-appointed yet comfortable) place on a lovely, mindful, organic farm setting in the beautiful Bitterroot mountains, book a stay at ABC Acres! Plus, the family who own and run it simply couldn’t be more kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

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

ABC acres is absolutely beautiful, you will not be disappointed.

The farm and home exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed daily walks, morning yoga, and hanging on the porch with Cargo, the very friendly farm cat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance D.

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

Rustic paradise

Beautiful home. All high end finishes and comfy beds. Hate to give it such a great rating cause it might not be available next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Awesome stay!

Unreal setting with great owner. Put us in touch with great fishing guides, horseback rides and rafting. We wish we could’ve allowed for more time on the property because the kids LOVED the farm tours. We will be back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT S.

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

Country Christmas

Our stay at ABC Acres was as close to perfect as possible. The house was very clean. The property offered great adventures for the little ones and adults in viewing the scenery and wildlife. Checking in/out was super easy and convenient. Owner communication was "instantaneous." The guest house provided good privacy. We would like to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., Illinois

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

Relaxing Retreat

We recently returned from our stay at ABC Acres. James and the crew were very accommodating and informative. Our family (kids -17,14,11) enjoyed the farm at our own pace - visiting the animals, touring the shop, learning in the greenhouse and just relaxing at the house with a great view of the mountains. We also took some time to visit Hamilton, hike a trail at Lake Como, and do some whitewater rafting is Mizzoula. ABC acres was a great play to relax, with fun things to do in the surrounding area, as well. Thanks James!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Summer 2019

Great property, very clean and comfortable. James and the team are awesome, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D., New York, NY

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

Welcoming hosts in an awesome spot

We rented both houses on the property for 4 days in July. Had an equally positive experience at both. James and the crew at ABC acres was amazing. We had several out of town guests staying at the farm for our summer wedding. Throughout the stay James was helpful, extremely responsive, flexible and accommodating. Definitely went above and beyond--from helping some of our guests with delivery of a package to arranging activities on the farm for them. Everyone had a great time and had the best things to say about their Montana experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Delightful

Idyllic pastoral setting. Very nice guesthouse, friendly goats and very friendly cat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

marci r., scottsdale, az

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

Heaven on Earth

We were a party of 4- my 70 something mother, my two 16 year old daughters and middle aged me. All of us enjoyed our time at ABC Acres. James, Tim and Chris could not have been any nicer. The accommodations were spotless and the Southwells were incredibly generous. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

ONE-OF-A-KIND SPECTACULAR AND COMFORTABLE!

I stayed here with two of my co-workers on a recent video filming trip. My overall comment would be...it was, hands-down, the cleanest and comfortable place I have ever stayed...PERIOD. Many VRBOs are a letdown. You arrive and the wide angle photos made the property look better than it really was. THIS PLACE DELIVERED BETTER THAN EXPECTED. The house has the finest amenities. The property gardens could win awards. I kept thinking, "It's as if this property literally jumped off the page of Sunset magazine." It's all that AND MORE. The owners were so nice. We were getting ready to cook and film a video out off the porch and realized we didn't buy butter when in town. I called the owner and asked if we could get some butter from him. Within 10 minutes, the owner and the owners brother both came over with multiple options of butter for us to use for our recipe. 5 STARS ALL THE WAY. THUMBS UP ALL THE WAY. COMFORT BEYOND COMFORT!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betsy K.

Beautiful place all around

Amazing house with tons of room and everything you could need. Beautiful property and quite the amazing farm they’ve created. The owners and caretakers are incredibly nice, helpful and respect your space and privacy; even though you are smack in the middle of the farm. Being able to walk (15mins) to the Bitterroot River was also very nice; my husband caught a couple of trout. We did the animal feeding which was a big hit - our girls especially loved seeing the baby goats and baby pigs! And having such close access to the farm store was a real plus as we bought amazing steaks that we grilled at the house and fresh eggs for breakfast. Your stay here can be as relaxing or as active as you like. No matter what; just stay here! Except, don’t stay here when we want to because we’d love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alaina C.

Wonderful home in a beautiful setting. Perfect!

Beautiful home in a beautiful setting. Will definitely be coming back! Even got to see and touch some baby goats and pigs. Everything was so nice and super comfy beds!

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

We loved it!

We had such a great experience and look forward to a return visit when we're back in the area! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

melissa s.

ABC farms is a wonderful vacation rental for anyone looking for a beautiful relaxing place to stay.

My family and I had the pleasure of staying at ABC farms while we were in town for a wedding. The home was very nice, the kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need to cook/bake, the rooms were very comfortable and stylish. Our three year old absolutely loved the bunk beds. This setting was just what my husband and I wanted for our two young boys. Every morning we would wake up and pick strawberries off the front porch, walk around the farm, and hike down to the river. The play area and tree house were an added bonus. This home is definitely very family and child friendly. Our family will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

Relaxing and fun farm stay

We spent a lovely week at ABC Acres and just loved it! The house was very comfortable for the 4 of us, especially the kitchen which is big and well equipped. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful and the animals so interesting to visit and take numerous photos of (as I did!). We especially enjoyed regular visits with Cargo, one of the cats. She is very affectionate and quite the hunter! This farm is a unique and special place to relax and enjoy this part of Montana.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kit L.

The guest house was very nicely appointed, with a lovely view in a great location.

The guest house was very nicely appointed, with plenty of space, comfy beds, some nice details like the lovely dining table, and a wonderful view of the Bitteroot mountains. The flowers round the house have come up and were buzzing with bees. The staff were very helpful and quick to respond to questions. It was particularly wonderful to be able to walk down to the Bitteroot river to fish and swim and watch the wildlife, including the red squirrels and Great Horned owls, as well as being able to see the farm animals and farming. We hiked in the area, went riding and fishing, and the house was perfectly placed for this. We were all sorry to have to come home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

The house had everything you needed for a stay. Clean, great sleeping arrangements and views.

The house was comfortable for the 7 of us staying. The kids loved the bunk beds and the animals. The farm manager and guest manager were friendly and inviting. If there was anything we needed, all we had to do was ask and it was met. The kitchen was stocked with anything we needed for cooking. It was like being at home! We especially loved sitting on the porch watching the sunsets and spectacular mountain views. The location is convientent to outdoor activities and downtown Hamilton. If you are staying in the Bitterroot Valley, definitely stay at ABC Acres!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Peaceful and Pastoral Setting With Comfortable and Well-Appointed House.

We really enjoyed bird and animal watching in this lovely farm stay property. The hosts are most helpful and friendly. Communication and instructions were clear and simple.They were there to assist, but were not intrusive, even though their own home is nearby. We had fun cooking given the great kitchen with up-to-date appliances, cookware, and plenty of plates, glasses,etc. One morning we had a tasty waffle breakfast thanks to the large waffle iron on the counter. Large picture windows and the spacious back porch allow views of both the farm meadows and the snow-covered mountains. We spent lazy time snoozing, watching the cows and chickens and taking in the sunsets. There is a cool southwestern style large table in the dining room. As well, the porch has another table for al fresco meals. There are two well-stocked and spacious bathrooms to accommodate a large group. The four bedrooms and futon gave us all room to spread out and have privacy. Linens and towels are plentiful and of good quality. We appreciated the recycling bins and compost container on the counter. ABC Acres has a very thoughtful approach on the farm that conveys beautifully to the farm stay home. We had such a good time! Thank you to the Southwells.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by James Southwell

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English