Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight | House in Helena

9.6 (25 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  12 Guests
Helena House | Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight

5 Bedroom House in Helena

This is lake living at its finest (and now with AC). The Cabin on Candlelight perfectly combines upscale cabin interior, beautiful lake views, large outdoor patios, and lakefront complete with a private dock to make your summer vacation complete. Candlelight is located on the northwest shore of Canyon Ferry Lake. This is the high-rent district on Canyon Ferry as it offers a true mountain/lake experience. There just are not other vacation properties available in this highly coveted area. At only 15 miles from Helena and 95 miles from Bozeman, it is an easy (perfect?) weekend getaway.
The interior for the ‘cabin’ was remodeled a few years ago. The kitchen has brand new appliances and the wood burning stove ensures that you have the full cabin experience. We have recently grey-washed the walls and painted the windows white to give it a more modern lake feel. Three distinct living areas allow for groups to easily co-exist. The main unit is comprised of 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The 550 square feet ‘anchor’ has a fantastic view of the lakefront inlet but bear in mind that it does not have a bathroom. The bunkhouse (900 square feet) above the garage also does not have a bath. One shower you ask? Remember, this is lake living.
Yes, the interior is beautiful, but where are you going to spend all of your time? Outside. This is where the property exceeds all expectations. The deck off the main unit is 600 square feet of perfection. It is a huge gathering place with tremendous views of the private inlet and the greater Canyon Ferry Lake. Just for kicks, there is a second stone patio along the side of the main unit which includes a fire pit, barbeque, and much more room to congregate.
What more could you want?
A few things to keep in mind:
- There are multiple spaces in driveway for toys such as boats/campers
- The stairs to the dock are steep/old and include multiple landings. They are not handicap accessible. There will be multiple warnings heeded to anyone who chooses to rent this property; you are assuming the risk of utilizing the stairs to reach the waterfront. You will be required to sign an agreement that includes this understanding.
- Furnishings may be slightly updated from pictures
- As mentioned, all bathrooms are located in the main unit
- Keep in mind this is real lakefront, not a few minutes away as other listings on Canyon Ferry show
- 10% discounts on stays of a week (20% on monthly stays)
- This place is really awesome.

Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight is located in Helena. Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront Cabin on Candlelight has 5 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Helena has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Helena, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 1+ bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice maker
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Kim M.
Jul 21, 2025 05:39:38 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great place to stay for family and friends. Stairs to dock are tricky for older people but worked great for everyone else.
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