Missoula is home to this lodge. Wilma Theatre and Fort Missoula are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Council Grove State Park. HUB Family Entertainment Center and Children's Museum Missoula are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Wye West Casino and Lounge - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
University of Montana - 18 min drive - 22.8 km
Getting around
Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 15 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Costco Food Court - 14 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12?
As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12 on 1 March 2027 start from NZ$2,744, 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 Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12 located?
Situated in Missoula, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Smokejumpers Center, Big Sky Brewing Co. and Montana Snowbowl Ski Area. HUB Family Entertainment Center and Wye West Casino and Lounge are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Private lodge. Park like grounds. 15 minutes to downtown. Sleeps 6-12 Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house and hosts were absolutely wonderful.We will be staying here every year for our annual fishing trip.Dorinda and Dennis were the best hosts. Responded very quickly to any questions or requests.The house and property are perfect for a nice nature get away and so comfortable.Thanks so much Dorinda and Dennis
Our family group stayed over UM graduation weekend. The lodge is perfect for large groups. Spacious rooms and communal areas. Kitchen very well appointed for making meals for large groups. Area very quiet and peaceful but still only 15 min from downtown Missoula
The Lodge was amazing.
Beautiful location.
It was great place to visit with family!
I would recommend this location over and over!
The property managers were the best!
Our stay was amazing!! There are not enough stars to rate this place! Our hostess was the sweetest, she made you feel welcome like family. The cabin's atmosphere is nostalgic, peaceful, and healing. There isn't one accommodation that hasn't been thought of, this is the perfect getaway for any family. We will be back!!! Thank you to our hostess your hospitality is remarkable and full of love.
As good as it gets. Great property great location. My family loved it.
A wonderful setting. Plenty of things to do for adults and children. Place had lots of room and was very clean. My family loved it . We couldn’t have asked for anything more from the gracious owners Dorinda & Dennis. If you want to have the time of your life, stay here!
The cabin was better than we expected from the pictures. Lots of space, and room to share. We enjoyed the piano, the games, the creek, the walks. Dennis & Dorinda were fabulous hosts. We would definitely come again!
We had a great time here as a family. The house was adorable and very clean. It was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook and BBQ. Dorinda and her husband were very kind and sweet to us. A great place to spend family time together. Thank you for everything. We highly recommend this place and the house to others.
This place is awesome! Stayed with 7 fishing buddies. Host was excellent. Grounds are beautiful. House was great. We cook a lot of large meals and kitchen was well stocked. Lots of space indoors and outside. I would love to stay here again!
Our family of 12 had plenty of room and our every wish fulfilled at Butler Creek Lodge. Dorinda and Dennis are those rare hosts who really want you to be as comfortable as they are! From coffee and muffins for 1st mornings’ breakfast to DVD’s for the kids to beautifully landscaped grounds with comfy chairs to enjoy the sunsets, this is a lovely home in every way. This is a super well supplied kitchen!
It is convenient to downtown Missoula yet private and quiet in typical Montana country.
Our stay at the lodge was wonderful for our family of seven. The lodge has a great rustic cabin feel to it, and is very well decorated and appointed. The extensive yard and natural views around the lodge are beautiful and soothing. The background gurgle of Butler Creek is a soothing plus.
The hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming. They set out yard games for us and had bkfst items stocked. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and that we had what we needed. Would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kathy B.
27 June 2018
Breathtaking views with a piece of serenity on the side:-)
Dennis and Dorinda were perfect hosts!!! They were helpful, informative and just a lot of fun to be around. The large was like your personal park.Every bedroom came with the bathroom which made it nice for everyone and there was lots of privacy within the lodge. The area was clean and well kept. There were lots to things to do just on the property plus a very short distance into Missoula. This stay far exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend this property for a comfortable and very serene stay. Absolutely loved it!!!!
Beautiful relaxing property in the trees with a babbling creek and still close to town when needed. We had 8 plus a baby and had plenty of space and rooms. We could all eat together at the table and hang out together inside and outside comfortably. Manager's are right next door and share common areas. They are very kind and helpful. There were games provided for indoor and outdoor fun. Firepit was tricky but managers are on site to help. Bbq worked great. Amenities showed hot tub but there was not one onsite. We had a peaceful get-away-from-it-all weekend celebrating son's graduation and 3 generations of moms with 4 generations in all for Mother's day. Lots of provisions provided. Would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steve G.
21 June 2016
Rejuvenate at this little slice of paradise
Our tennis team stayed here during a weekend tournament in Missoula. Dorinda and Dennis were the ultimate hosts! Every detail is taken care of in this welcoming, beautiful home. The grounds are perfectly kept and provide ample opportunity for relaxation or a lively game of bocce (or two!). The pictures do not do this home justice. The interior is just as lovely as the exterior grounds and has plenty of room for a big group to dine together as well as find a quiet corner to relax. Our team can't say enough about our stay here, from the welcome basket of goodies on arrival to the fully stocked kitchen for preparing meals to the ample sleeping quarters and bathrooms. Everything was perfect. The home is spotless and provides a truly rejuvenating experience. Close to town so we could come back and relax between our matches. It was really hard to leave! We will be back. Thank you for sharing your home. It is one of a kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
dennis d.
31 August 2018
Gorgeous, comfortable and well-equipped lodge. Perfect for our family vacation.
We loved our stay at Butler Creek! For 6 adults and 3 kids, we had more than enough space. The grounds are immaculate and the house itself is gorgeous and so nicely decorated. We loved that Dorinda and Dennis keep the house so well-stocked...we arrived to find a full array of breakfast items ready for us plus milk and condiments in the fridge, laundry detergent by the washer, first aid supplies in the closet and countless more thoughtful touches that made our visit so much more comfortable. They really go the extra mile (oh and did I mention that all the adults in our group agreed how amazing the sheets on the bed were? Lol. No cheap, scratchy linens here!).
Dorinda and Dennis are so welcoming and lovely to talk to. They showed us the grounds and let us know about some activities our kids might enjoy but they also gave us the peaceful and private experience we were looking for. I really can’t say enough about them and their property — we truly had no complaints about our visit and we’re already talking about planning another visit for next summer. Thank you Dennis and Dorinda!
Everything about the property is perfect. Kitchen is fully stocked. Beds and linens are top notch! Plenty of room for indoor and outdoor fun. Hosts were very helpful and so kind. We will surely be back for another family gathering!
The location was a perfect white Christmas location. The cozy beautiful home was very spacious and warm Christmas decor inside and out. Plenty of beds and bathrooms for the whole family. Large kitchen. The whole family loved it.
Beautiful setting in a former fishing lodge in the trees and a stream near by. Plenty of room for this group of six in both the common areas and for sleeping. Beautifully appointed with a two tvs, lots of games and books. Very well stocked kitchen.
Everything was great! Even when we had last minute changes in numbers of people, the host was able to work with us and make it work. The players loved the open grass to play yard games. Absolutely recommend staying here.