Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight

5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Helena, MT

Hauser Dam12 min drive
Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)34 min drive
Helena Civic Center38 min drive
Montana State Capitol38 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Anchor

1 King Bed

Below Deck

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse

+2

2 Double Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

Captain's Quarters

1 Queen Bed

First Mate

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

This is lake living at its finest (and now with AC). The Cabin on Candlelight perfectly combines upscale cabin interior, beautiful lake views, large outdoor patios, and lakefront complete with a private dock to make your summer vacation complete. Candlelight is located on the northwest shore of Canyon Ferry Lake. This is the high-rent district on Canyon Ferry as it offers a true mountain/lake experience. There just are not other vacation properties available in this highly coveted area. At only 15 miles from Helena and 95 miles from Bozeman, it is an easy (perfect?) weekend getaway.

The interior for the ‘cabin’ was remodeled a few years ago. The kitchen has brand new appliances and the wood burning stove ensures that you have the full cabin experience. We have recently grey-washed the walls and painted the windows white to give it a more modern lake feel. Three distinct living areas allow for groups to easily co-exist. The main unit is comprised of 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The 550 square feet ‘anchor’ has a fantastic view of the lakefront inlet but bear in mind that it does not have a bathroom. The bunkhouse (900 square feet) above the garage also does not have a bath. One shower you ask? Remember, this is lake living.

Yes, the interior is beautiful, but where are you going to spend all of your time? Outside. This is where the property exceeds all expectations. The deck off the main unit is 600 square feet of perfection. It is a huge gathering place with tremendous views of the private inlet and the greater Canyon Ferry Lake. Just for kicks, there is a second stone patio along the side of the main unit which includes a fire pit, barbeque, and much more room to congregate.
What more could you want?

A few things to keep in mind:
- There are multiple spaces in driveway for toys such as boats/campers
- The stairs to the dock are steep/old and include multiple landings. They are not handicap accessible. There will be multiple warnings heeded to anyone who chooses to rent this property; you are assuming the risk of utilizing the stairs to reach the waterfront. You will be required to sign an agreement that includes this understanding.
- Furnishings may be slightly updated from pictures
- As mentioned, all bathrooms are located in the main unit
- Keep in mind this is real lakefront, not a few minutes away as other listings on Canyon Ferry show
- 10% discounts on stays of a week (20% on monthly stays)
- This place is really awesome.

Property manager

Aaron Schubert

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Helena

Located in Helena, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hauser Dam and Cathedral of St. Helena are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bill Roberts Golf Course and Black Sandy State Park. Great Northern Carousel and Exploration Works are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

Helena, MT

What's nearby

Hauser Dam - 12 min drive
Helena Civic Center - 38 min drive
Carroll College - 38 min drive
Cathedral of St. Helena - 38 min drive
Montana State Capitol - 38 min drive

Getting around

Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

Highlander Bar and Grill - 19 min drive
The Dam Bar - 17 min drive
O'malley's Tavern - 17 min drive
Johnson Olaf Logging Co. - 10 min drive
Glass Slipper Lounge & Grocery - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Missouri River and Canyon Ferry Lake. Hauser Dam is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

16 Aug 2023

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

Above the Lake

This was the location for our annual family week on a lake (normally it is Flathead Lake). The owner was very gracious and answered all of my questions quickly and accurately. The house is showing its age and has several maintenance issues but none of them impacted our enjoyment of the site. There was newly installed air conditioning units in the house and above-garage BR which enhanced our week greatly. The area around the house is spacious with ample parking and maneuvering room for cars and a boat trailer. Additional good cushions for the abundant seating on the deck and patio would be a plus. The deck is a prime location for eating outside but is hampered by the industrial grade (read "heavy") patio table that is in the direct sunlight in the afternoon and early evening. The lake is often very windy and rough which limits what you can do but the dock area is deep in an inlet that keeps it protected at all times. Take the owner's comments about the stairs down to the dock literally.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Shannon J.

28 July 2023

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

Family vacation

This was a great place for our whole family to spend time together and enjoy the water. Plenty of room and great accommodations.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen F.

18 July 2023

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

Very good

Our stay was great. Your website is very frustrating to deal with.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

5 July 2023

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

90th Birthday Celebration

My family came from around the world (USA, Germany & Australia) to celebrate my mom’s 90th birthday. The house was perfect for hosting 20 people comfortably - both indoors and outdoors. The views were stunning. After reading the reviews, I had no surprises. The host was fabulous about communicating with me. This was my first Vrbo experience and it was fantastic.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anne B.

6 Aug 2022

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

Summer Days on Canyon Ferry

Beautiful location and accommodations for our family group. We have family nearby and spent most of our time with the large group at their place or on the water. The boat slip was wonderful but access via the stairs is a challenge (unless you're 13!) . I'd suggest walking to the closest public access shore and enjoy the water from there. Great views, fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms never ran out of hot water. Beds were good and each room has small fan for air circulation (bring in the great Montana air) - the main living area has a room air conditioner to use as needed. Neighborhood dogs come to visit, but they are friendly (so are the neighbors.)

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022