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The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam

Super clean and cozy , quaint home located in Fort Smith Montana.
World class fishing on the famous Big Horn River. Yellowtail Dam only minutes away. Perfect getaway for the outdoorsman.
Quiet setting for relaxation and fun.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave fishing waders outside on the deck.
Please remove shoes when inside the home.

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

About the area

Fort Smith

Located in Fort Smith, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fort C.F. Smith Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bighorn River and Yellowtail Dam Visitor Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Bighorn Trout Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort C.F. Smith Site - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Yellowtail Dam Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yellowtail Dam Marina - 33 min drive - 16.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pollys - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam on 2 April 2026 start from NZ$392, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The perfect stayHome located right next to the Big Horn River and Yellowtail Dam located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bighorn Trout Shop, Bighorn River and Fort C.F. Smith Site. Yellowtail Dam Visitor Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay for a few days of fishing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

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

Great place well located.

Clean, well appointed, walking distance to fly shops and spillway boat ramp.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K

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

Bighorn May 13th _May 20th 2025

One of the nicest places we have stayed at. Very clean and all the comforts of being home. Great facilities. We would stay there again and are making plans for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff G.

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

Clean and well equipped.

Great place to stay. Well equipped and stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Great place

Great place in Fort Smith, property owner is quick to respond and is very helpful. The property is fully stocked and has everything you need. We will certainly be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great pace all around

Just as advertised. Great communications and accommodations for four.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Great place to stay and fish

Nice clean home with amenities. Excellent location for fishing the Bighorn. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

December fishing trip

Very clean and welcoming. Would definitely book this place again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Bighorn

Nice stay. Great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Welcome host

Simple accommodation with all the right touches,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Trout country

Great place and awesome people!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor W.

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

Fly fishing trip

It was a buetiful house, very well maintained and the host was very helpful with everything, hoping to come back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Awesome place in a great location

Property was as advertised, very clean and comfortable. Has everything you would need and more. BBQ and outdoor furniture was a nice bonus after a long day of fishing. Will definitely try to stay here again next time I’m coming to the Bighorn!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Great Spot

If you are going to the lake or to float the BigHorn this is a perfect spot. The kitchen has everything you need. It’s a great place for a great price.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne A.

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

Comfortable and Convenient

We enjoyed staying at this property. Very clean and comfortable with plenty of room. Very close to the fly shops and river made the location very convenient. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles M.

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

Nice and clean house, perfect for a weekend trip.

This house was awesome, stocked with snacks and toiletries. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

BEST EVER!

Undoubtedly the best place in "downtown Fort Smith" that we have stayed in well over 30 years of fishing the Bighorn --- period.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER M.

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

Comfortable and clean.p

Nice small home. Well equiped for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

A really nice place to stay for a group of fisherman.

The house is great for a medium sized group. The kitchen is well-stocked and is a good size for cooking meals. I really like the deck and being able to enjoy the evenings outside. The owners are very responsive and keep the place well-kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Nice Accommodations in Fort Smith

Very cozy place to stay right in the heart of Bighorn countryside. Perfect for a couples stay. The convenience of having a full kitchen and a washer and dryer was a big plus for us. Easy communications with the host was great too. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B.

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

It was great

It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Fishing galore

Our family stayed here for a couple nights so we could take advantage of the wonderful Big Horn River. The house was great. Lots of space, good size bedrooms, clean, good communication with owners, and close to boat launches. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor W.

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

Fly fishing

The house is amazing and Reece is really nice to work with. The house is well kept and very cozy. With easy access to go fishing in the bighorn river. Amazing trip and amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell L.

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

Bighorn

Awesome stocked place to stay. The owner was great at trying to do whatever to make our stay trouble free. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance D.

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

Well stocked comfortable accommodation

Great place. Checks all the boxes. Homeowner extremely accommodating. Hate to write a good review because when I want to rent it, it’s not available.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Reece Kalfell

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We are both originally from eastern Montana but have lived in Billings Montana for 28 years. We love our place in fort smith and we enjoy being with family out on the lake. The reason we love to host is because we want as many people to enjoy our favorite place ever .

Why they chose this property

The canyon has become our favorite place to be in the summer. We chose this place because of it closeness to the lake and the river and because it’s so peaceful and quite!

What makes this property unique

Our property is clean, quaint and so peaceful . It’s also fully stocked . It has nice deck to enjoy the outside with mature trees.

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