The Sleepy Senator (tm)

Entire townhouse in Helena, Montana

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars.135 reviews
Hosted by Bob
  1. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Dedicated workspace

A room with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
This is a 'unique' historical property. The Townhouse and Eighth Avenue Store are landmarked and have been spotlighted on the local KTVH's Helena History Feature. The Sleepy Senator has been named "one of the most interesting places to stay" by TravelSmart magazine. It was completely updated in 2002 and has city accommodations licensing, and food services permits, allowing event catering.

The space
This 2-story gaslight era theme 1800 sq foot Victorian townhouse is located in a quiet part of the Central Capitol Area, the bedrooms; a spacious double with Queen Beds, and single with a Full Bed; and the bath are all upstairs on the 2nd floor. All beds have pillow top deep mattresses. There are also two sofa beds, a full-size in the parlor, the other, a twin, is in the upstairs office/study.

Free Parking is available off street in the driveway at the back or on street at the front door.

The townhouse has been decorated in an authentic 1930's Jazz era Age theme containing authentic antique furnishings mixed with modern reproductions in a more relaxing subdued light commonly found in those early 20th century houses. It also has modern conveniences; wifi, flat screen hd smart tv, central heating, and air conditioning.

NOTE:. This is an earthquake area, so consequently the plaster walls do have the normal cracking from the extreme hot and cold Montana climate and shifting earth. Plus there are areas of constant paint wear from guest use that have to be addressed periodically. I am aware of those areas needing attention and since I am unable to be around voc's or plaster dust. I have a maintenance person dealing with them in between guests whenever possible. The winter's ice and thawing causes visible damage on most houses in the area each year too.

The entire house is cleaned and sanitized in between guests and all linens are freshly laundered.

Guest access
Guests have 'exclusive' access to the entire Townhouse, the parking area, and fenced yard in the back. My policy is to only host one "guest" or "group" at a time.

The back yard and deck contains tables, chairs and a 4 burner BBQ.

There is also a 'traditional' Cedar Lined Sauna for guests to use year-round, especially nice after a day of winter recreation here.

Other things to note
The parlor contains board games, a library of local interest books, and large selection of DVD Movies for guests to use and enjoy during their stay with us. There are more down at the main house I rotate in and out.

The kitchen is completely furnished and permitted as a 'commercial' kitchen facility. Meal services are no longer available, but use of the kitchen and BBQ are available.

The microwave is commercial grade and both a microwave and Convection (Air Fryer) oven. Never place a metal tray or any metal inside the microwave when using it in microwave mode.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 135 reviews

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Where you’ll be

Helena, Montana, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

The Townhouse is conveniently 4 blocks from Walgreens and Safeway and 3 blocks walking distance away from the State Capitol and Offices complex.

Meet your host

Host
135 reviews
4.7 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Born in the 50s
My biography title: Surviving
My life has been eclectic involving dramatically different experiences and career changes. In March 2016 I had a complication from an infected tooth that spread into double pneumonia. I was unable to obtain proper care at the local hospital and had to undergo lung transplant surgery, leaving me partially disabled and having to outsource all cleaning and maintenance on my vacation townhouse.

Host details

Response rate: 90%
Responds within a few hours
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 1:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants