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About River's Bend Lodge

fall in love with the way of life on the river


River's Bend Lodge, originally constructed by Soren DeTienne, is now owned by his daughter, Becci DeTienne and her husband Dennis McNickle. River's Bend Lodge is a unique Montana bed and breakfast with a rich history and deep personal roots. Constructed by Soren DeTienne over eight years, from 2001 to 2009, the lodge evolved from a family vacation home to a dream destination for gathering loved ones. Soren's passion for the area and love for the river-inspired lifestyle are reflected in every corner of the lodge, crafted with the help of family and friends.

One of the lodge's defining features is its fireplace, built from local lichen rock, which is a tribute to Soren's family farm in Plentywood, MT. The property highlights classic Montana craftsmanship with timber, log, and wood elements, creating a warm, authentic lodge feel.
Another special highlight is the Great Room Bar, originally from the Montana Club, an exclusive members-only establishment from the late 1800s. In its heyday, the Montana Club's members were predominantly millionaire miners and mine owners from the gold-rich regions around Helena, MT.

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Your Hosts
Montana native Soren DeTienne, along with his daughter Becci DeTienne and her husband, Dennis McNickle, are your welcoming hosts at this comfortable Montana bed and breakfast. Soren, originally from northeastern Montana and now based in Helena since 1983, brings his extensive background in construction, hospitality, and gaming to the lodge, which he built himself. Becci, also a Montana native, and Dennis, originally from Belgium, split their time between Montana in the summer and Colorado, where they live with their son Soren and dog, Bailey. The lodge is just a short walk from Tower Rock State Park, a historic Lewis & Clark campsite.


Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 6:00AM to 6:00PM MST