Title: Little Blue Cabin - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Little Blue Cabin Vacation home in Fort Benton with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88204100/88204050/d07bd1db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88204100/88204050/w526h683x258y0-005314ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88204100/88204050/w509h683x257y0-cb1788ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88204100/88204050/w507h683x259y0-d0cddf0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88204100/88204050/4a4d1852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of historic downtown Fort Benton, this charming home offers a rustic Montana retreat. Stroll along the Missouri River and enjoy scenic river walks, visit nearby parks, museums or grab a bite to eat at local restaurants and bars. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Little Blue Cabin Quaint home in the middle of historic downtown Fort Benton. Parks, museums, bars, and restaurants all within walking distance. Only a few blocks from the Missouri River and the beautiful river walk. Newly remodeled home with a rustic Montana touch. Great place for a couple getaway or some friends traveling for a fishing trip. We love our furry friends and we want you to be able to travel with yours as well. When booking our place, please make sure you update the amount of guests and your fur babies. Looking forward to your stay with us! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89270000/89263300/89263282/a387ccc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come stay at Suzie's House!
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Fort Benton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=71017082&PinnedHotelID=71017082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Note from host: $30 pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=47.83518,-110.65356&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Dt%7EbHv_kbT%3FW%3FW%3FU%40W%3FW%40W%40U%40U%40WBU%40W%40WBUBUBWBUBUDUBWDSDWBSDUDUFSDUFUDSFSFSFSFSFSHSFQHSFQHQHSHQHQHOHQJQHOJOJOJOHMJOJOLMJMJMJMLMJKLKLKLKJKLKLILILKLGNILGLGLINGLENELGNELENENELCNCNCNALCNANANCN%3FN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FPBL%40N%40NBL%40NBNBNBLDNDNDLDNFLDNDLFLHLFNFLHLHLHLHLHLJLJLJJJLJLJJLLLJLJLJLJNJNJLJNJNHNJNHPHPHNJPHPHRFPHPFRHPFRFRFRHRFRDRFTDRFTDRDTDTDRBVDRDVBTBTBTBVBTBVBT%40V%40T%40VBT%3FT%40X%40T%3FV%40T%3FV%3FV%3FT%3FVAV%3FTAVAV%3FTCVATAVATCTCVCTCVCTCVCREVETCTETERETETGRERGTETGRIPGRGRGRIPGRIPGRIPIPKPINIRINKNINKNKNKNKLKNKNKJKLMLKLMJMJKJMJMLMHMHMJMFMJMFOHMDMHMFOFMDOFMDODOBMDOBOBOBMBO%40OBM%3FQBM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOCO%3FOCMAOCOCOCMCOEOCMEOEMGOEMGOGMIMEMIOGMIMIMKMIMIKMMKMKMKKKMMKMKMKKMOKOKMIOKOKOKOIOKOISIOIQIQIQISGQISGQISGSGSGQGSGUESGUESGUEUESCUEUEUCWESCWCUCWCUCUAWAUCWAUAWAUAW%3FWAU%3FW%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3MbIk8U6xa44PPbyY2g7HPWtZFw=) Fort Benton, MT #### What's nearby - Signal Point Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Museum of the Northern Great Plains - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Historic Old Fort Benton - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - Stewart's Island - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Fort Benton Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.7 km #### Getting around - Great Falls, MT (GTF-Great Falls Intl.) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wake Cup Coffee House - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Freeze - ‬3 min drive - ‪Club House - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Banque Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Golden Triangle Brew Co. - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little Blue Cabin pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Little Blue Cabin? > As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Blue Cabin on Nov 23, 2025 start from CA $133.25, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Benton-Hotels-Little-Blue-Cabin.h88204050.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Little Blue Cabin? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Little Blue Cabin? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Little Blue Cabin located? > Situated in Fort Benton, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of the Northern Great Plains, Stewart's Bottom, and Signal Point Golf Club. Missouri River and Stewart's Island are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Little Blue Cabin Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 41 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We wish we could have stayed longer. This was a really nice place to stay and the town is cute. We went across the street to the Club House and had a great burger! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a7bf8e64-f35f-492a-911c-c742b78e35aa-1755391858116.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ab5fc800-3c28-44a1-af17-f6dfa34313f2-1755391855786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/829b2a04-de45-4c7a-bfb7-5399052eaf74-1755391855139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5cb75445-6e14-4ee6-972d-0d1d3de00eea-1755391855301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Becky Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken H. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little house that’s VERY well equipped. We enjoyed the stay and loved the location. ##### Ken H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki O. Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay This house was perfect for my husband and I. The bed was really comfortable, the local pamphlets were useful, and it was a quiet neighborhood. ##### Nicki O. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason G. Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was wonderful! Exceeded my expectations. ##### Jason G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie M. Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay The Little Blue Cabin is very clean. It is a quiet place and within walking distance of reataurants and watering holes. The off street parking is wonderful. We will stay here again when we come back. ##### Marie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne G. Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The house was beyond my expectations. The kitchen was amazing. Extremely well equipped. Granit counter tops were beautiful. Gas grill worked perfectly. I would definitely stay here again ##### Wayne G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeremy Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great little place! Highly recommend! ##### jeremy Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allie H. Nov 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place, cute, comfortable, had everything we could need. Great communication!! ##### Allie H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammie M. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little blue cabin Everything was great & close to downtown. ##### Tammie M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avery M. Jan 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hunting trip The house was cozy and clean! ##### Avery M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephany Gilbert F. Aug 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fort Benton historical stay Wonderful location to walk to Missouri River walk plus museums and shops and union historical hotel! Cabin is new with comfy bed and pristine kitchen and bath Wonderful stay!! ##### Stephany Gilbert F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calvin I. Nov 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Everything was perfect, cabin is within walking distance of most places you would go in town, clean, great owner communication. ##### Calvin I. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Sep 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautifully decorated! ##### Amy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron D. Jun 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Juneteenth Road trip We enjoyed a nice overnight stay. Clean comfortable and pet friendly. Easy walk for both supper and breakfast. ##### Aaron D. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy D. Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice quick visit up North. Nice location wish I could have stayed longer 😊 ##### Nancy D. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was exceptionally clean. We were very welcome and very well informed. I would highly recommend this place ##### Ron Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brigette O. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay We enjoyed it and would recommend this to more family -thank you! ##### Brigette O. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie L. Jul 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the Little Blue House We always try to stay there whenever we go to Fort Benton. It's situated in the middle of town with walking distance to everything you want to see in Fort Benton. Ernie and Jenna are always the best hosts!! ##### Ronnie L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a perfect place to stay. Right downtown but quiet. Cute little house with everything we needed. Highly recommend! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan K. May 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool House/Cool City Nice home in a really convenient location. ##### Ryan K. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike B. Oct 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little Blue- home away from home. Quaint, modern, cozy, welcoming… Can’t find enough good descriptors. ##### Mike B. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart S. Dec 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All good. Charming house; host was everything you'd want/expect. Happy experience. ##### Stuart S. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana C. Jun 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy Easy walking distance to food and fun! ##### Dana C. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenna C. Nov 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving We loved this property. We come to visit family quite a bit and this is our new favorite place. ##### Jenna C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi K. Jun 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice little house in the middle of town We needed extra room while visiting family in town. This little house was perfect for two people and had a nice counter for working/laptops. ##### Heidi K. 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