Just 300 feet from the Madison River, a beautiful, large custom three level log home on five acres located in the spectacular Palisades area of SW Montana. The house has private fishing access to the river famous for its blue-ribbon trout.
The home offers river and/or mountain views from every room.
When not fishing steps out the back door or enjoying Yellowstone National Park or any of the other spectacular nearby sights and activities, the sounds of the majestic river will provide you with a soothing background to an afternoon on the large deck and will lull you to sleep each night. Summertime on the Palisades is spectacular, and fall provides the added bonus of watching herds of elk as they graze the property and cross the river during the Rut.
The main floor consists of a large, vaulted living room with wood burning fireplace. The open floor plan with walk out deck moves through to a large dining room and custom kitchen. Also available is a den with barn doors and a fold out queen-sized bed adjacent to a 3/4 bath.
Upstairs is a large loft for gathering and game playing and a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace. This bedroom offers a king sized select comfort bed, walk in closet and open bathroom area with a slate shower and jacuzzi tub.
The lower level walks out onto a fenced grass and perennial garden area. On this level you will find two master suites, one with a queen bed and and one with a king select comfort bed, each with a private bathroom and large closet. Both bedrooms have views of the Madison River. One room has a private gas fireplace. Also available on the lower level is a family room with seating and smart tv, as well as a separate laundry room.
Outside offers a wrap-around deck with propane grill, seating and a hot tub area.
Newly installed fiber optic internet allows for seamless work-from-home opportunity.
There is plenty of parking space on the gravel drive.
Activities:
The property is located in prime fly fishing territory, with private direct fishing access to the Madison River. Put-in fishing access at Lyons Bridge, Windy Point, Palisades, McAtee, and Story Ditch are all 5-15 minutes away. The property also adjoins BLM land for added recreating and sporting opportunities. Other fishing in the general area include the Jefferson, Big Hole, Gallatin and Beaverhead Rivers. Wade, Cliff, Quake, Hebgen, Henry's and Ennis Lakes are all an easy 30 to 45 minutes away. The West entrance to Yellowstone National Park is a scenic 45 mile drive. The quaint western town of Ennis is an easy 19 mile drive to the North. Other fun and interesting destinations in the area include historic Virginia City and Nevada City as well as Big Sky (home to Lone Peak). When you need to relax, try Norris Hot Springs, serving locally grown organic food, wine and beer and live music many nights of the week. The nearby cities of Bozeman, Butte and Helena all have much to offer. Bozeman (home to Montana State University) is known for its vibrant Main Street and its fine dinosaur exhibit; Butte for the colorful and rich displays at the Mineral Museum and Helena for its gorgeous historic buildings and stunning capitol as well as the Archie Bray Center which draws aspiring and known artists year-round to its residency program.
Besides world-class fishing, the Madison River north of Ennis is known for its relaxed kayaking and tubing in the warmer months. Rentals and tours are available in Bozeman. And every summer sees rodeos and professional bull riding in most of the nearby towns.
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Outdoor fires and fireworks not allowed. Outdoor fire pit is for owner use only.
Parking on gravel drive only. Please do not park on grass areas.
Enjoy all wildlife at a distance. Wildlife can pose a danger to humans. No hunting on the property.
Use caution near the river and supervise all children at all times. Swimming not recommended. River moves at high volume and can be deadly.
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Property # 3689646vb
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
About the area
Cameron
Located in Cameron, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Madison River and Papoose Creek Trailhead. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
Earthquake Lake Visitor Center - 22 min drive - 37.4 km
Earthquake Lake - 22 min drive - 37.4 km
Hebgen Lake - 28 min drive - 48.6 km
Getting around
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 65 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison River at the Palisades pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Madison River at the Palisades?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Madison River at the Palisades on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$1,089, 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 Madison River at the Palisades?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Madison River at the Palisades?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Madison River at the Palisades?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Madison River at the Palisades located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Madison River and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Papoose Creek Trailhead. Earthquake Lake Visitor Center and Earthquake Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
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Top notch place. I’ve been to Montana for 8 years. Hands down best location for the money. Every bedroom has a bathroom. Well stocked with extra stuff for comfortable stay.
Sam M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Thanks, Sam! You and your group are always great guests and we look forward to having you back.
This is a perfect property to relax before and after fishing. Or to just enjoy the day reading.Communication with the host was really. We will be back and would not hesitate recommending this property to anyone.
James G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Thank you, James. You and your friends are welcome back anytime!
One of the most serene and peaceful places we have stayed in decades!
Great communication with Manager, beautiful location along the Madison river, just a awesome relaxing cabin. You can just sit on porch or even inside on couch and look at the river and mountains and enjoy the serenity. Comfortable beds, lots of space to spread out, issues just text manager and she gets right back to you. Everything you would want in a place to stay along the Madison River.
Better than the pictures showed! Amazing property and Chris was amazing to deal with for all our property needs. Very private. Would 100 percent recommend this property.
Nick H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2024
Thank you, Nick. You were a great guest and are welcome back anytime.
What a beautiful place and location. We have stayed at several rentals and this rental is at the top of our list. Chris the property mgr is amazing! He responds immediately and is full of information in the area. The house It is very clean, comfortable and lots of little personal touches. The pantry items/extra supplies left from you and other renters helped a lot and was appreciated. We fished, went to Yellowstone, went to a rodeo and relaxed, when we were not fishing. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your beautiful cabin!
We loved the home! The cabin was so Cozy and accommodating. We had such a excellent time! Mrs. Cynthia and her Husband Mr. Terry are so
Kind! You won’t be disappointed! It is secluded and relaxation from the rest of this crazy world. Yellowstone is 60miles away. Ennis is 30. It’s the perfect spot to relax fish and enjoy the people or family you come with! Highly recommend!
Our family was very comfortable in this amazing property. Well maintained and excellent property manager communication. Disappointed in fire and fishing restrictions but no fault of the property of course. We also enjoyed the guest house next door for some extra privacy. Views are spectacular throughout the house. Younger children enjoyed playing in nicely manicure lawn out back and front.
My family and I enjoyed our week long stay here. The house was as pictured. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The linens were all very nice as well as simple things like toilet paper and paper towels. The only downside was no air conditioning(which is not what we are used to coming from Texas). We ended up purchasing two box fans to help cool the house. We would stay here again during a different season. It does make a great base camp for day trips to Yellowstone, Bozeman, and of course fly fishing the Madison river.
This house is a great base of operations to fish the Madison, explore Yellowstone National Park and visit all of the small towns near by. The property manager was on the ball with any house issues that arose (and there were a few). The house is fully equipped for a great vacation and in a good location.