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Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4

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1 King Bed {upstairs in loft}, 1 Queen bed downstairs, 1 bath, sleeps up to 4.
Cabin  Loft Bedroom- sleeps 5 in Yaak River Valley
Private kitchen
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 40.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Troy, MT
  • Kootenai Falls Swinging Bridge
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Kootenai Falls
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Casino at Best Western Kootenai River Inn
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4

The Sha Bear Retreat is nestled in the mountains along the Yaak River of the NW corner of Montana. From Libby, follow Hwy 2 West until you see the Yaak River Road [Hwy 508]. Go 9.2 miles then turn Right on 'SHABEAR WAY'. Follow the long driveway down and around [1/4 mile] until you pull up in front of a large Log Home sitting up on a slight hill.

The cabin, sits at 2700’ elevation, aver. temp. during the spring through fall is a pleasant 70 degrees, with the hottest months of late July and August {averages about 85-97*} yielding to the coldest months on average is late Dec-Jan . It is truly a delight to splash around in the Yaak River or to hike in the spring and fall, or to snow shoe, snowmobile, or ski during the winter in the annual 7‘+ average snowfall..The Yaak and the Kootenai Rivers are filled with breathtaking views and an abundance of history.

On the other hand, some simply enjoy the peace and serenity that only God and Mother Nature can bring.

Go for a drive to Kalispell where you are at the West entrance to Glacier International Park. Go see the Bear Park! Go see the wonderful ancient glaciers in the park. Driving up “Going to the Sun Road”, you can stop and take pictures of park slopes and wildlife that lives there.

Or you can drive/walk down river to the Yaak Falls just 2 miles away! The Kootenai Falls with a suspended Bridge is where the movie “A River Wild“ was filmed; starring Kevin Bacon and Meryl Streep, as well as a portion of Remnant w/DeCaprio . The movie “Always” was also filmed here with Holly Hunter and Richard Dreyfus at Bad Medicine Mt /Bull Lake. You never know whose path you will cross!!!

You will never experience anything more peaceful than sitting under the stars at night, with a campfire watching Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) when the conditions are right in Aug-Sep.

Relax on the Yaak River in back of our log home and watch the Golden and Bald Eagles fly above your head! You will never want to leave !

Keywords: Log Cabin sleeps 4, King bed, Queen bed and futon. (3 Consecutive Night Minimum Booking)

Property manager

RB

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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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
Guests are to remove Sheets/pillow cases, towels and place them in a plastic bag. Wipe down counters, vacuum the interior floor. prior to departure.
Dishes, pots/pans are to be washed, dried and returned to the cabinets. Garbage/trash bagged and left on the porch. Supplies/trash bags are provided.
No 2d or 3d party renting. The person renting thru VRBO must be a member of the party staying in the cabin during the rental period.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Troy

Located in Troy, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Kootenay River and Kootenai Falls Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Turner Mountain Ski Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Troy, MT

What's nearby

  • Kootenai Falls Swinging Bridge - 45 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Kootenai Falls - 45 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Casino at Best Western Kootenai River Inn - 53 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Bull Lake - 56 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Turner Mountain Ski Resort - 63 min drive - 34.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Nugget - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sha Bear Cabin, on the YAAK RIVER~Quiet, Romantic Cabin Sleeps up to 4 located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cabin in Troy is in the mountains, 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Kootenay River and close to winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Turner Mountain Ski Resort and Turner Mountain are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lana J.

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

Best Ever

We had the best time, especially the wildlife! Bucks, does, fawns, squirrels, rabbits! Deer and squirrels would feed from your hand! The cabin was so cozy and very well kept! RB was very knowledgable about the area to explore and very accommodating with the cabin. It is at the top of our list for a revisit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

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

Excellent!

The hosts are wonderful, kind, respectful, fun and very obliging. The cabin is well equipped and had more amenities than we would ever need or want. The solitude and peace we experienced were beyond our expectations. The furry friends were an added bonus. This place is a 10+. Thank you RB & Sha for creating this little piece of tranquility.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

tim w.

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

As advertised, which is to say GREAT!

Everything was as advertised, which is to say GREAT!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Visiting again

Clean well maintained property. Enjoyed the visiting wildlife.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H., Coeur d Alene

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

Perfect September Getaway

At the last moment, we booked a 3-day stay at ShaBear cabin. The cabin is very comfortable, especially for two people. The main floor bed was very comfortable and the bedding was top notch. We didn't sleep on the bed on the loft. The living space, while small, is very well planned. On demand hot water for showers was appreciated. The Keurig coffee machine was amazing. We loved the rockers on the front porch to have our morning coffee. RB was a perfect host to help ensure we had plenty of firewood for our evening fire. Everything was clean and ready for us. We would have stayed longer but work called us back home. Just to know, there is no actual closet space except for the loft area which has plenty of room. If you don't have a problem climbing the loft ladder...no worries. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Our time at the Sha Bear cabin was the most relaxing we ever had. Very peaceful, quiet, and the cabin was very clean and comfortable. Beautifully decorated with all the amenities. The day trips to Troy and Libby and also exploring the mountain roads was so much fun. We stayed 7 days and hope to return again. The owners are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert (Keith) R.

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

Awesome stay

We really enjoyed staying here! Location was great and the cabin is great. The cabin had everything we needed and what we used most was the two lawn chairs on the porch !!! We will stay here again if we go there again !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilee J.

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

Cabin Stay

The cabin was beautiful and very private. The beds were comfortable. The bedding was good quality. We were able to walk a short distance to the river and saw a lot of deer. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Back to the Yaak!!!

Totally awesome!!! We had a really relaxing, and great time. We will definitely go back soon!!! Many thanks to our very gracious hosts, RB, and Sha!!! A very special place indeed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

A little piece of Heaven

Our stay was perfect. The cabin had everything we needed. We enjoyed quiet afternoons on the porch watching the deer and squirrels play. The host was wonderful and very knowledgeable about the surrounding areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods!

This incredible hand made log cabin on a beautifully manicured property right off the Yaak river had everything we needed to be comfortable and relaxed. The owner is very attentive and friendly, we really enjoyed our first stay on the Yaak and at the Shabear cabin...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

A Perfect Getaway!!

This place is absolutely amazing. If you’re looking for a getaway this is the place. The cabin is beautiful an has everything you would ever need. The views in the area are breathe taking. RB and his wife made our stay super simple and were there for anything we ever needed. This was a great place to stay in a location that’s like a little piece of heaven. I’m already looking forward to going back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Awesome Cabin In The Woods

This place is incredible. You will not regret your stay.. 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

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

Peaceful*

Wonderful quiet location in the pines. The wildlife on the property was nice to wake up to in the morning. The accomodations are very nice and clean. Would definitely return to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

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

excellent relax time on the riverwe

so peaceful. perfect for why we needed to get away. want to go back asap
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

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

Awesome property

The cabin is comfortable, clean and well equipped. The property is isolated, peaceful and quiet. Our stay was fabulous. The property host was available if needed. Great place to relax and get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlan K., Wichita, KS

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

Great Cabin!

This is by far the cleanest VRBO property I have stayed in. RB and Sha were very helpful and gracious hosts. We were very impressed with the extensive amenities offered for guests from an ice maker, keurig, coffee pot, and basic pantry items. They even had various toiletries available should one need them. The location is peaceful and quiet with no cell reception (woohoo!). You can relax on the porch and watch the wildlife. RB and Sha are encyclopedias of information on the area and are always willing to ensure you have everything you need. Thank you so much for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Awesome Cabin

Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Location

Awesome location and host.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori T., 47581

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

Vacation in Paradise

Beautiful cabin in serene location, great property managers, as relaxing or adventurous as you wish as opportunities abound in all directions. Loved the river & wildlife. 💕
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabel D.

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

Nice, feels like home!

We enjoyed all the little accommodations -Keurig coffee packets, spices, ice maker, soaps, sunscreen, cleaning supplies. It was so nice to have that there if we forgot to bring something. The owner was so nice and friendly. He gave some suggestions that turned out to be perfect for our family. If we visit upper Montana again, I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Marie M.

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

Overall a great place to stay.

Great location for fishing. Surprised to find we were responsible for cleaning shower, floors etc prior to leaving? Really nice cabin though, beds were amazing and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

lance o.

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

Beautiful, Relaxing stay!

We loved this place! Quite, peaceful, relaxing. The cabin is absolutely gorgeous! Being able to feed and pet wild deer was awesome! We will be returning to this beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerrilyn L., Where do you live?

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

Wonderful!

Sha Bear Cabin was all that we hoped it would be: comfortable, peaceful and very relaxing! The setting is beautiful and so close to the river. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch watching all the critters, especially the deer! The host is super helpful as well. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Omaha, Nebraska

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

Wonderful Wilderness Getaway

Awesome hosts and fabulous cabin in the heart of beautiful Yaak River area. Absolutely hope to go back for solitude, scenery, and stories about being up the Yaak by RB!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by RB

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We are retired Military and currently run a business out of our home. We counsel people on their relationships & we are Life Coaches. We love living in the National Forest & to walk out on our balcony and hear the river rushing by is amazing to us. We try to have our coffee on the deck as much as possible.

Why they chose this property

Living high in the mountains of the extreme North West corner of Montana has always been our dream place. We have always lived in the mountains but always wanted to be remote. My husband RunningBear and I bought our log home in 2002 and then built the Amish Log Cabin rental 2 years later. We wanted to be able to have extra space for family and friends to come and visit and have their own privacy. We have never wanted to live anywhere else. The beauty of the Yaak Valley is one of the most beautiful places we have ever been & we have lived all over the country.

What makes this property unique

We love the sound of the river streaming by everyday. We love the sound of all the Eagles screeching flying above looking for food and the deer longing around the property. We love walking out amongst the tall pines, hiking the trails, fishing, riding horses or ATV's.

Languages:

English