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Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis.

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Your home away from home in the heart of Ennis, Montana.
Newly landscaped front yard complete with fun yard art and water features!
Many new upgrades to the well appointed kitchen.
Newly painted cabinets, new cookware and dinnerware for ypur dining pleasure!
dining nook off kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ennis, MT
  • Spirit of the North Sled Dog Adventures
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Madison Valley Medical Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Madison River
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis.

The Caddis Shack is a cute little cottage that has been newly updated and is ready to be your home away from home. You are not staying in a "rental", you are staying in a home.

Conveniently located 1/2 block off of Main St. Ennis, it is the perfect, centrally located home for your vacation stay. Quiet and well-appointed, it is sure to please after a long hard day on the river.

Take a nice hot shower and enjoy the on-demand water heater while the coals burn to perfection in the Weber BBQ. Throw the wonderful steaks you bought at Deemo's, our local butcher shop, on the coals, and pour yourself a nice cold one from our local Burnt Tree Brewery, or perhaps a cocktail from spirits from our local Willie's Distillery. Enjoy the comfort of the private, shady back yard, as you and your companion swap stories of the "one(s) that got away"!

The smart tv and wifi will help you stay connected, but the good library will offer you a quiet reprieve if you prefer to unplug and simply read and relax.

When it is time to call it a night, crawl into a nice comfy bed, equipped with quality pillows and sheets that are sure to help you get a good night's rest. The sleeper sofas are equipped with inflatable mattresses which are quite comfortable and have quality bedding provided as well. If you would like me to make up the sleeper sofa(s) in advance, please let me know prior to your arrival, otherwise I will leave sheets for you to do so at your own convenience.

The well-appointed kitchen is sure to please the cook in your group.

In the morning, enjoy a cup of coffee or espresso in the comfort of your own kitchen as you whip up some homemade food in the new cookware. If you prefer to dine out, walk the short distance to downtown for breakfast, while you wait for your guide from a local fly shop. Several options abound in town for "fishermen's lunches" in case you are not on a guided trip with lunch provided.

Convenient off-street parking allows you safe and easy access to your vehicle at all times and makes unloading and loading your gear a snap.

I am confident that you will be very comfortable here and will find yourself booking The Caddis Shack for next year's adventure before you even depart. Enjoy your stay!

Property manager

marina smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

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
No Smoking - No Pets

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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ennis

Located in Ennis, this cottage is in the city centre. Jack Creek Preserve Outdoor Education Center and Madison River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wildlife Museum of the West and Alder Gulch Short Line Steam Railroad Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ennis, MT

What's nearby

  • Spirit of the North Sled Dog Adventures - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wildlife Museum of the West - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Madison Valley Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Madison River - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Madison Meadows Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Pump - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chets, Big Sky - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Gravel Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alley Bistro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ennis Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Immaculate, homey and perfectly located for your stay in downtown Ennis. located?

Located in the heart of Ennis, this cottage is steps away from Depot Gallery, Spirit of the North Sled Dog Adventures and Wildlife Museum of the West. Madison Valley Medical Center and Madison River are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ira G.

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

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Very nice house! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Cozy

The perfect place to stay in Ennis!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

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

Very homey

Loved staying here! Great location to downtown and walking the neighborhood. Was super nice to have a yard to spend time together. Had everything we needed. Will stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Great home!

Always come back year after year great home in great location.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great Place in Ennis

This house is much bigger inside than the picture would lead you to believe. Plenty of room, very comfortable accommodations. A very short walk to town and a great place to stay and enjoy all this area of the country has to offer. The plate of cookies was icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond W.

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

Caddis shack

Property was close to downtown. Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Cute House

The house is cute and comfortable. The best part is that it is quiet, yet centrally located near town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston S.

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

Great Location!

Nice house in a great location. Me and my dad stayed here for a father son fishing trip. Right in downtown Ennis, walking distance to bars, restraunts, and fly shops. The host Marina was very welcoming and made sure the house was clean and we had everything we needed. We definitely want to come back here soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

Madison

Great place, furnished very well. Comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine J.

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

Excellent, comfy, well-equipped, location, and host!

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Home was perfect - comfortable, cozy (but larger than I would have thought), kitchen well-equipped, great location close to restaurants and stores. Host was responsive, attentive, and helpful before and throughout my stay. Can't say enough good things about this stay. Hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

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

Great location AND incredibly relaxing!

The location (just down the street from everything) was spectacular. We used the beautiful patio and lawn area all the time. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M., Santa Rosa CA

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

Wonderful Time

Ennis a great little town and this house is the perfect place to stay and enjoy all the area has to offer. The owner is easy to communicate with and keeps this place in great condition. We will be back and stay even longer next time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great getaway for a week in Ennis

Went to Ennis to fish and recover from a busy stretch at work. This place was perfect for our needs. Restaurants and shops literally a 2 to 3 minute walk away. Marina was very communicative and responsive anytime we had a question. I would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine J.

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

Second year and hope for more!

This is the second stay with Marina for a solo fishing trip. Marina is a great host. The location is fabulous and the home and furnishings are super comfortable. And the welcome cookies were a thoughtful treat. Thank you, Marina! I hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate L., Thayne, WY

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caddis Shack is perfect!

It was a perfect place to use as a hub for our activities. The beautiful backyard was such a bonus. The perfect place to relax and unwind after a busy day. Beautifully appointed, nothing lacking!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Reid & Susan K.

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

Cute, Cozy, Great Location

This was our 2nd time staying here, and we loved it. Cute house, comfortable, and great location. Just around the corner from Main Street - extremely walkable to the shops & restaurants. There is also a nice, new grocery store in town that is very close by - you could certainly walk to it, if you wanted to. Love the fenced in front and back yards. We live in Florida and don’t really have a change of seasons, so we really enjoyed the beautiful trees & the colorful Fall leaves. This area is well known for its fly fishing.& the stunning Madison River. - definitely try it out!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry C., Lincoln, AL

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

Perfect place to stay in Ennis!

This property exceeded my expectations. We were there for the 4th of July parade. All we had to do was walk less than a block to experience the parade. The house is convenient to everything in Ennis. Walk to shopping, restaurants, and bars. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Our Ennis Home (We Wish)

My wife and I have stayed at the Caddis Shack for a number of years now. Every time we pull into the drive we feel like we're coming back home. Very little has changed with the house since we started staying there and we like that fact. It's simple, clean and unpretentious. It feels like an actual home and not some sterile, staged real estate listing. And you simply cannot beat the location. Walking distance to downtown and a stone's throw from the Madison. For my wife and I, Caddis Shack is just about perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Terry S.

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

Senior single fisherman without wheels

It's an excellent place for a single person without a car. I fished every other day and worked online. Several breakfast and lunch offerings and grocery stores are close by. The patio and yard with mature trees are a plus. The W & D means I could pack light and wash often. The extensive array of windows gives the house plenty of natural light. The owner/manager was very accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay in Ennis

We enjoyed our stay at Caddies Shack. It was very clean and you had everything you needed. Marina was helpful when you had questions. Allthough the description said there is a TV there wasn‘t and we think the bed was quite small. But alltogether we had a great time in Ennis. Thank you!
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Wonderful Cottage!

It's such a lovely spot! We just love it!!
Stayed 43 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Clean and homey . Easy walking to shops and restaurants and fishing .

Would stay at Caddis Shack on next visit . Loved the back yard .
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Convenient Downtown Ennis Cottage

Perfect cottage for 2 adults who used Ennis as our base for our vacation. All the amenities! Parking space. Fenced in yard. Right in the middle of everything yet quiet at night.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Perfect fishin cottage

Close to town, the river, clean, had everything you need. Great value! Awesome place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monty M.

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

Great spot for basecamp

Super cute cottage, everything we needed plus extras, walk from cottage to everything near by, super clean and cozy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by marina smith

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I originally bought this house for my father to live in and then turned it into a vacation rental. As of 2024, I have really upgraded the house again and I think you will find this home very comfortable. I have tried to fully stock everything you might need, but if I missed anything, just give me a call and I will do my best to accommodate your needs.
I do all of the cleaning and yard work myself, so am intimately aware of the property, and am available to you with just a phone call. I tend to be a "hands-off host" and won't be dropping by to meet you or check in on you, unless you would like me to. Aside from doing yard work on a weekly basis, I will be available as needed but won't bother you during your stay. I hope you enjoy your privacy, and your time spent at The Caddis Shack.

Why they chose this property

This property is situated in what is known as "old Ennis", which means it has big mature trees to offset those warm summer days. The Caddis Shack is perfect for a couple looking for a comfortable spot to base their Madison Valley vacation out of. It is affordable, well appointed, comfortable and convenient. If needed, it can sleep up to 6 people but is ideal for a couple. Ennis is a quaint small Montana town with festivals, a world-famous 4th of July parade, rodeos, art walks, a golf course, antique and gift shops, a wonderful library, a brewery, a distillery and several good restaurants/bars, all within an easy walking distance of the house.

What makes this property unique

This little house was one of the original homes in Ennis but is newly remodeled and modern. The location, in the 'old' part of town assures big mature shade trees and the quaintness of small town America. It has a residential/commercial zoning, and is surrounded by commercial buildings, which are used little, so you won't have a bunch of noisy neighbors bothering your vacation time! Off street parking is a bonus, and the close proximity to downtown makes everything in town an easy walk for most.

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English

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