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Float, fish, & relax on the Flathead River, on your way to the property.
Be treated like Royalty!
Comfortable appointments
Above the Swinging Bridge west on Hwy 2
The Tower at Moon Manor

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Columbia Falls, MT
  • Big Sky Waterpark
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Glacier Adventure Guides
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Meadow Lake Golf Course
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Garden Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lodge Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

Spa Bedroom

1 King Bed

Tower Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Lodge Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spa Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Tower Bathroom

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Epic Flathead fishing & swimming! Glacier National Park, & Whitefish 15 minutes.

Welcome to Montana! Once in a lifetime, you get an opportunity to stay at a property so close to Glacier National Park, that offers Montanan's favorite recreations right onsite. While being a mere 15 mile drive, in any direction, to be at one of the most amazing adventures you'll ever experience! Then, come back & BBQ in the evening, or cook in an expansive kitchen with all of the conveniences of home. There are great restaurants all around the valley that do curbside pick-up or dine in service.

This luxury property provides all the comforts of home to our valued guests. Fully equipped kitchen, dining area, TV, free Wi-Fi, all linens, and dishes are provided. For your outdoor adventures we supply beach chairs, a beach umbrella, beach towels, and a rolling cooler.

Please be aware that if you stay here that you are in the forest, along the river, where there will be wildlife and insects. We do our best to keep the insects at bay by spraying the property, and hanging outdoor insect repellents.

There are four bedrooms, with the option to use the Office/Game Room for sleeping. 
The Garden Bedroom has a double bed, with an option to add a twin inflatable air bed / mattress.
The Lodge Bedroom has a twin XL bed, and a king size bed. 
The Spa Bedroom has a king size bed. 
The Rapunzel / Tower Bedroom has a queen size bed, with an option to add a queen inflatable air bed / mattress. 
The Office/Game Room has the option of a queen inflatable air bed / mattress.  
***In total, there are five actual beds, with the option to add one twin inflatable air bed / mattress, and two queen inflatable air bed / mattresses. 
Please let me know, prior to your stay, if you would like to use any of the inflatable air bed / mattresses, so that I can inform Housekeeping to make them available, at no additional charge. 

BBQ in the yard, where there is comfy cushioned lawn furniture, and picnic tables. The large yard connects to a beautiful maintained 4 1/2 acres with a slide and old school tire swing.

Moon Manor is centrally located to Glacier National Park, Glacier International Airport, Whitefish Lake, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Resort, & the Village of Bigfork on the bay. All of this while being right on the majestic Flathead River! New A/C air conditioning has been installed for cooling off on those hot summer days.

The well-stocked kitchen is newly remodeled. Included are dishes, mugs, drinking glasses, flatware, cutlery, numerous spices, coffee bar with various flavored creamer, variations of sugar and sweetener, toaster, large kitchen table with cushioned chairs that comfortably seats seven people.

The Flathead River offers world class fishing, perfect swimming holes, river tube floating & birding. The river is a 3-minute walk down a beautiful forest path.

There is definitely something on this property for everyone! Whether you want to relax down at the river and fish, float, swim, or sunbathe. Have a home-cooked meal and play games with the family in the evening. Stargaze on the balcony while listening to the river roll by at night.

Hiking trails along the river are outside your front door. Abundant wildlife, fishing. Butterflies & dragonflies galore are in the lawn & the forest!

The comfy living room has a reclining couch and loveseat. For inside activities, there is a game room with board games and movies, and a unique bar with a throne!

The home has four spacious bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and a laundry room.

Activities abound here in The Last Best Place. Our crowning jewels are Glacier National Park, with its unprecedented beauty, Flathead River, boasting world class fishing, & Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. Don't forget to boat in for a cocktail & flavorful food at The Raven, & The Sitting Duck.

Nearby:
Glacier Natl Park, Flathead Lake, Big Sky Waterpark, Whitefish, walk in the trees, zip line, sandy beach on the lake, paddle-boarding, kayaking, whitewater rafting, drop-in child care, fly fishing guides, fishing charters, Amazing Maze Fun Center, watercraft rentals, House of Mystery, Far West lake cruises, hiking, biking & rentals, cosmic bowling, tours (winery, brewery, distillery), antiquing, Station 8, golf, Glacier View Golf Club at Glacier Park, Glacier Park Lodge Golf Course in East Glacier, frisbee golf, museums, Conrad Mansion Museum, spelunking, horseback riding, mountain-top slide, ropes course, Red Bus tours, ATV rentals, massage, yoga, fitness center, swimming, sailing, wind surfing, saloons, dance clubs, live music, open mic nights, farm to table dining, restaurants, art galleries, Hockaday Art Museum, farmer markets, The Coop Community Market, Thursday Fest, Electric Ave. in Bigfork, casino video gaming, live card tables, billiards, waterskiing, kneeboard, wakeboard, community pools, Woodland Park (bird feeding, skate park, waterpark, walking path), 22 mile Rails to Trails walk & bike path, camping, berry & mushroom picking, motorcycle track, Raceway Park car races, karaoke, NW MT Fairgrounds, Under the Big Sky Festival, Libby Dam, Hungry Horse Dam, Kerr Dam, theatre, Cinemark Movie Theater, Bigfork Summer Playhouse, O'Shaughnessy Center, Port Polson Players, Crown Guitar Festival, Spartan Race, Riverfront Blues, Brews, & BBQ, Whitewater Days, Heritage Days, pub trivia, Cabin Fever Days, biker rally poker fun runs, rodeos (Brash, Blue Moon, Majestic Valley Arena), Rebecca Farm equestrian center, Glacier Symphony, Nordic Fest, Tipsy Brush Painting, Stumptown Art Studio, libraries, Lone Pine State Park, Glacier Institute, Wayfarers State Park, car shows (Big Sky Auto Fest, Rumble in the Bay, Ignite the Nite, Rendezvous Days), worship centers, churches, vintage markets, Cajun Fest, Flathead Lakers Poker Paddle, pontoons, tiki bar, flyboarding, Mega Monster Truck Tour, Rendezvous Days

You may want to check the status of events, & venues, on their individual website or via social media page.

Property manager

Kim M.

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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, a first aid kit, outdoor lighting and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Columbia Falls

Located in Columbia Falls, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Big Sky Waterpark and Glacier Lanes and Casino. Travelling with kids? Consider House of Mystery and Montana Vortex, or check out an event or a game at Stumptown Ice Den. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Columbia Falls, MT

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Waterpark - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Glacier Lanes and Casino - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • House of Mystery and Montana Vortex - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Glacier Adventure Guides - 14 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Meadow Lake Golf Course - 19 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 24 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sacred Waters Brewing Company - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Midway Tavern - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Nite Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gunsight Saloon - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Epic Flathead fishing & swimming! Glacier National Park, & Whitefish 15 minutes. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Epic Flathead fishing & swimming! Glacier National Park, & Whitefish 15 minutes. located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Columbia Falls is in the mountains, steps from Flathead River and close to winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Flathead National Forest and Glacier Adventure Guides are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa L.

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

Montana Vacation

Very enjoyable property and vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Moon Manor

Eclectic, historic & charming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Close to Glacier National Park

We wanted to be close to Glacier Park while still close enough to town. This home checked our boxes along with being on the Flathead river. Spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Beautiful River

The description said a three minute walk and that is correct. The river is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

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

Great trip!

We had a great time at the Glacier National Park- there were 8 of us and we really enjoyed our stay in this eclectic property. Kim was great to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana I.

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

Location

Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Excellent Place to stay! Relax on the River, BBQ out back, watch wildlife in the from yard.

Very nice and unique place to stay. Home was inviting and comfortable. Well stocked
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Jan R.

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

Good place for family.

It was a good meeting place for us. The proximity to the park was great and we loved the access to the river and the large outdoor area around the house. The neighbors were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Base camp

The Sperry Crew has stayed here for their training a couple times now, found it very comfortable. The place was perfect for helping us start our summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

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

Glacier Trip

We got a kick out of the place. Everything was as described. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Lovely Property, Extremely Convenient

This is a lovely well maintained property and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the Valley. Convenient to the park and Columbia Falls/ Whitefish!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great stay

place was great everything I needed and much more. I literally was a king in a castle. great bed very comfortable place loved the tower most unique place I've ever stayed. Highly recommend this place it would be great for large groups its huge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanie V.

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

Pleasant and clean

The location is pretty much halfway between Whitefish Mountain and Blacktail ski resorts. We are planning a return trip in the summer to visit Glacier National Park. The house was comfy and quite unique. Thank you for an awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Nice place walking distance to the river

Was a fun place to stay with my family while visiting glacier national park On days we didn't go to the park we were able to go and play in the river was a bit cold but there was still snow in the mountain tops so it is expected There was plenty of room for everyone to hang out My kids loved the castle vibe they got
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Fun place, just far enough out of town.

Having a washer and dryer was so nice. The house was clean and the location was quiet and convenient. There were fun little surprises around each corner. We drank from goblets and met a knight in shining armor. It was a great memorable trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Awesome vacation

Centrally located. Awesome communication. Even let us know there were berries to pick by the house and we had great berry pancakes the next morning!!! Thank you sooo much
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

TJ B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not what we expected

The neighbors and host were very friendly but so many parts of the house are not pictured and outdated. There were no lamps or outdoor lights, no laundry baskets, musty smells, creepy statues lurking in the dark, dead bugs and rust in tubs, discolored carpeting, loose floor tiles, hand writing on walls, jacuzzi hot water issues, low toilets with flushing trouble, no access to three garages, and many aspects needing updated. The home was ready early with beds made plus fresh towels and we enjoyed it being close to GNP etc (25 minutes and not 15 as depicted) with a nearby river through a trail, but overall it was not the luxurious stay we expected for the price we paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana I.

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

Highly recommend

This property was a great ending to our adventure. We had everything and more. Home is very spacious and fun. Our host, Kim, super friendly and helpful. We look forward to booking again...I hope. Thank you again Kim!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frantz K.

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

Great base to explore glacier country

The host, Kim, provided a very thorough local "guide" email a few days before our arrival. This was very helpful to ensure we got the most out of our stay. The property itself had plenty of space for our party of 8 adults, the neighborhood is very quiet, and there's plenty of wildlife to watch from the living room window. We really enjoyed the property's take a little, leave a little bar policy. The kitchen is well equipped with modern appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

mary g.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Visiting glacier

All bedrooms were up a series of stairs. This should be more evident in the information and pictures There were areas where construction was not finished and many items would not have met code. The DVD did not work The area location was very nice and the atmosphere was quaint
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

David C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Worst stay in last 15 years of using vrbo

Easily the worst property we have stayed in. Overrun with bugs inside and outside and the kids found the interior decor to be spooky. We spoke with the owner about our concerns and no action was taken. Do yourself a favor and do not stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Charles A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Horrible neighborhood horrible value

Property is not accurately reflected in pics, house has carpet stains all over, smells like grandma smoked in it for 40 years with her pets. If you are into chains and wrist cuffs hanging from the ceiling, bad neighborhood and old nasty, this is one for you. House needs to be clearly represented in the photos which I would say is missing quite a few pics of many rooms. Rented for 3 nights, arrived and left within 15 mins. No refund of booking charges. Seems like a rouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

Fabulous and unique home

We used the Moon Palace as home base for our time at Glacier National Park. The fishing spots close by were tranquil and the people (and dogs) in the neighborhood were friendly. The home was nicely stocked with kitchen tools, towels, soaps, beach chairs, BBQ, washer/dryer and everything was in working order (except for a lightbulb or two). We travelled with 6 people, including teenagers, and everyone had their own space. There was plenty of room to spread out and the home was cool and comfortable. The decor was eclectic and fun. My kids enjoyed the throne and the suit of armor! The home was clean, yet there were some bugs that entered. Bugs are expected around a home that backs up to the woods though. We enjoyed the morning and evening visits by deer in the back yard. Very peaceful. Kim's communication was excellent and she was very helpful with navigating travel in the area. I recommend this property for anyone who is up for a unique adventure in a beautiful piece of America.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Carleigh O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A work in progress

This place is a Vrbo work in progress. Kim is clearly working to make it a castle on the river but its not quite there yet in my humble opinion. Pros: We loved the location of Moon Manor. The open park outside the backyard is really nice for kids to play in. Loved the river trails surrounding the area. The neighbors were very welcoming and kind. Loved the kitchen space and bar area (although a fridge would have been nice on that level). The updates on the first level kitchen are really cool and welcoming. Cons: Not the cleanest Vrbo I've stayed in. Namely the bathrooms... We had to clean out every tub before putting our kids in them because there was hair and whatnot in them. Also just wads of hair and grossness in the corners of every bathroom (perhaps not Kims fault but a better cleaning service would help the cause) The kitchen is not well stocked. For example, no strainer, 4-5 actual forks and the knives are dull at best. The third floor room in the castle is not complete. The bed is comfy....the rest is a work in progress. Overall I would say that the property is cool but certainly overpriced given the cleanliness and incomplete nature of the 'Castle' Itself. Kim has been a responsive and cordial host for sure but I would have appreciated a better understanding prior to renting it that it is most certainly a work in progress.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Ali J., Boynton Beach

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Perfect location!

While the home is dated, the location absolutely could not be better. We had a group of 5 adults and the home did fit our needs. Tubing the lake was amazing, and the location from glacier couldn’t have been better. Given what is available in the area, we were happy with the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kim M.

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I am a native to the Flathead Valley, born and raised. My family homesteaded here generations ago and I am definitely deep rooted. “I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.” ~John Steinbeck

Why they chose this property

You will be amazed at the beauty and peacefulness that this property has to offer. You can do all of your recreating right here on the Flathead River! For more adventure, you are central to all of the attractions in NW Montana. It is centrally located to Glacier National Park, Whitefish Lake, Whitefish Resort, Flathead Lake, & the Village of Bigfork on the bay; not to mention Glacier International Airport. There is swimming, fishing, and hiking right outside your door!

For those that like to stay in, the furniture reclines, and the kitchen is well appointed!

What makes this property unique

This is a rare opportunity to stay at a property that offers so many of Montanan's favorite recreations right onsite. While still being able to drive a mere 15 miles in any direction to be at one of the most amazing adventures you'll ever experience!

Centrally located to Glacier National Park, GNP International Airport, Whitefish Lake, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Resort, & the Village of Bigfork on the bay. All of this while being on the majestic Flathead River!

It will be hard to leave once you have had the experience.

“I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana it is love.” ~John Steinbeck

Languages:

English