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Magical Waterfront Family Retreat

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Never a bad sunset
Can't be the sunset views from the yard
Moonrise over the river
Firepit
Making memories

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MT
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Eagle Bend Golf Club
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Echo Lake
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 3

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Magical Waterfront Family Retreat

Stunning sunrise and sunset views. Perfect family camp/reunion spot. Newer home with open floor plan and game room. Cabana with full kitchen and outdoor entertaining space. Two finished sleeping cabins on approx 175 ft of private Flathead River frontage with access to Flathead Lake. Huge yard, volleyball, cornhole, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit and more. Outdoor seating and propane grills provided so you can enjoy Montana outdoors and all this property has to offer. Private dock for swimming and moorage for a boat at your own risk. One full RV hookup. Max 20 people . Private end of road country location, next to a rural boat launch.
House is air conditioned with 1 king suite, comfy couch bed and a small loft with full size mattress on the floor, second bath/ laundry, office area and game room with additional pull out sofa. The two cozy sleeping cabins make up the additional "bedrooms". Both with queen beds and amazing views and closer to the river. They have power, however no running water or air conditioning in them. There is an additional shower house and laundry which makes up the fourth bathroom and shower. The Cabana is newly renovated, air conditioned and super charming. Has full kitchen, bathroom with stand up shower, queen bedroom and large living area with queen size murphy cabinet bed and room to relax and play games. Jump in your boat for a 10 min cruise south to Flathead Lake or north all the way to the Kalispell area. Centrally located to Glacier National Park, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Big Sky Water Slides, 8 golf courses, shopping, sightseeing, swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, rafting, hiking, zip lining, horseback riding, bowling and more! Home and Cabana are equipped with "starter supplies" such as paper and cleaning products, linens, and towels. We will not be re stocking these items during your stay. Both kitchens come with standard amenities, coffee maker, and utensils. Should you need more specific items please do not hesitate to ask and we will supply them if possible. This property is equipped with WIFI for your convenience. The property is great for kids but the shoreline is not fenced and the use of the tiki bar/viewing deck is to be used at parents discretion.
Perfect spot for friends, family camp/reunion
Some well behaved pets considered on a case by case basis with additional cleaning and pet fees required.
No Smoking inside any structures.
Property is located close to the picturesque and charming town of Bigfork, home to world class art galleries, live theatre, unique shops, fine restaurants and 27 hole golf course can all be found in this quaint town with a western setting. Near Bob Marshall and the Swan wilderness areas are full of wildlife and offer endless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Thanks for looking!
Book your wonderful and charming Montana vacation today!


Property manager

Tree Burling
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Property is not fenced and waterfront.
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Events

No events allowed
More than 20 need permission
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in any structures
A quiet time of 10 pm to 8 am needs to be strictly observed. Charges may occur if not checked out on time or excessive cleaning needed.
Note: If damage exceeds damage deposit coverage, "Guest" will be personally responsible for any and all additional costs.
Life jackets, outdoor seating, games and kayaks are provided if not properly stored or allowed to blow away cost will be deducted from deposit

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
Note from host: More than 20 need permission
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Bigfork

Located in Bigfork, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flathead Lake and North Shore State Park, while Eric Thorsen Art Studio and Bigfork Summer Playhouse are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Kehoe's Agate Shop and Eva Gates Homemade Preserves. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 17 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Eagle Bend Golf Club - 18 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Echo Lake - 23 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Conrad Mansion Museum - 29 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Echo Lake Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Topo Cantina - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Saloon and Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Del's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Flathead Lake Brewing Company - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Waterfront Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Waterfront Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Waterfront Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical Waterfront Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Bigfork holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Flathead River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kehoe's Agate Shop and Eva Gates Homemade Preserves. Flathead Lake and Echo Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Excellent place for family

Would recommend this property to large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysia d.

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

Perfect Family get away

Property is perfect for large families that like to be together but with a little privacy. Kids kept busy with all the extras provided, canoes, cornhole, volleyball, pool, etc. Beautiful setting and well taken care of, we’d come back to the same place in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Godot A.

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

Family gathering

Great space, well maintained and clean. Very responsive management. Beautiful setting and lots to do without even leaving the compound.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

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

Paradise

Everything about our stay was put pleasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall Good Stay

The cabana down by the water is great. We spent all of our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Spokane Valley, WA

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

North Flathead River Vacation

Property and entertainment awesome Floating dock was great! Entire group loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable spot on the river

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this property. The cabins are nice and well-appointed. The beds are comfortable. The kids enjoyed the games, both inside and out. The location is easy to access both Flathead Lake and activities up by Glacier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean G.

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

Perfect Property

The property is amazing. Many options for large group. Plenty of bathrooms and we found it easy to feed 16 people. The property is right on the river with a great dock for swimming and kayaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Three Generations July 4th

Lots of fun summer activities. Nice lake and river access. Large grassy yard. Does not sleep more than 15. 5 actual beds, plus couches. We enjoyed s’mores at the fire pit. Girls used hot tub. Several played pool and games in game room. We stayed 5 nights in July and brought our boat. Kids wanted more time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Always something to do!

We played until the sun went down..at 10:30! Unbeknown to us, the river was a better location than the lake. it felt safer and calmer to get out and swim, paddle board or kayak. We did rent a boat for one day (they delivered) w a tube so adults could explore and kids could tube. The place was amazing for a large family!! The only thing I would correct about the listing is that it comfortably would sleep 14. We had a group of 13 and it worked great! We would return in a heartbeat, everyone loved it! I highly recommend! Also the communication w the property manager was very quick regarding response to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Candace A.

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

Nice compound on the Flathead River near where it enters the lake.

This property worked great for our family. We stayed for a week and used the property as a base for visiting Glacier National Park, Whitefish, Kalispell and Bigfork. We swam off the dock and floated in tubes. The grounds were expansive and suitable for family games and activities. We enjoyed having coffee on the patios in the morning. The only problem we encountered was the neighbor constantly reporting on us to the property owner. Once all of us left in our vehicles, except one person. That individual observed the neighbor coming onto the property and snooping around, making that person very uncomfortable. Additionally, the neighbors appeared to mow small sections of their lawn near the fence when we were outdoors and engage in other activities that gave the appearance they were spying on us. The property is great, the neighbors not so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic place to stay, but worried about the neighbors

I celebrated by 50th birthday here with a group of 16 friends and family and the location is very beautiful on the water with magical sunsets. The yard and flowers are kept up well and the house was clean. The location near bigfork and Glacier National park worked well for us. We hiked, river rafted, went horse back riding and enjoyed the local surroundings. Communication with the property managers was quick and they responded to concerns about the sink and garbage disposal immediately. We had an amazing time. I would say its a bit tight sleeping 16 people here. For those sleeping in the loft, couch and game room there was less privacy, and no doors. Also, the site says there are 9 beds but there are really only 8, as one is an couch that does not fold out into a bed. This is fine for younger kids, but not really for an adult. Also, the neighbors dont like any noise. We were gone most of the time enjoying nature, but they asked us to be more quiet (9pm on a Friday) when we were playing soccer out on the lawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great for Small Events

This is a beautiful property. The owners have done an amazing job making sure there are plenty of supplies, appliances, games, Bedding, and more. The layout is perfect for 4 couples or a few families. There are no bunk beds or extra beds outside a few couches, so we had to buy 8 air mattresses to accommodate our group of 20, but that is to be expected with a large group. I just love that we didn't have to run to the store for all the necessities. Everything was provided and abundant! The fire pit, boat dock, huge lawn, grills, chairs, and games made this place a top future family destination. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Clifford L., Kalispell, MT United States

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

Family Reunion

Reserved this property for a small sibling family reunion. Having a Flathead County boat launch next door and use of the dock for my boat was great. There were enough activities to keep all the cousins occupied, and the adults as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colter M.

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

Perfect Getaway

This was the perfect place for our family and friends to stay during wedding week! Absolutely beautiful!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S., United States

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

Excellent property and close to just about anything you want to do in the area.

We had a group of 8 family members and had a wonderful time. We visited the town of big fork, whitefish and Kalispel on our trip. We also spent a day on flathead lake. Just a great spot to reach a lot of places very quickly. Very remote area once you are there. The only thing that was a minor nuisance was the public boat launch next door. Most of the time, you didn’t notice. We had a little partying happening on Saturday during our stay. Nothing too disruptive but with noting for others. 9/10 stars in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean P., Meridian, Idaho

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

Excellent Property on the Flathead River

This was a great property for our four families. Plenty to keep all the kids occupied while the parents relaxed. The boat dock was great and just a quick ten minute boat ride to the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Great family retreat

We had a wonderful time staying with family on the lake. We had everything we needed, just wished foe more time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

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

Wonderful

This is a fabulous property. We started out with 10 but other family members were able to get time off and we ended up with 16! The property and location are spectacular. We didn't use the nearby restaurants because of Covid-19 but the choices are great. We recommend this property without reservation.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

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

Cozy

Comfortable, beautiful location, and owner did a great job of keeping me up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tempe C.

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

Perfect for multi-family gathering

We very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The amenities were great, the renovated cabana is darling…game room, kayaks and life vests, volleyball….our group of 14 was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Beautiful spot with lots of amenities on site

Stunning location on the river with lots of great amenities on site.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Havre USA

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

Nice property!

Highly recommend this property. There is so much room and everyone had their space. Newly removed and you couldn’t ask for more toys and game room provided!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

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

Nice property for large groups

Our stay was excellent. Our only issue was that the small cabins next to the river were extremely hot, but this had a lot to do with the heat wave that came through during our stay. The host was nice enough to drop off a couple fans that got us through.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Flathead river retreat

My wife and five of our children and 10 grandchildren had a perfect week enjoying the open spaces of the property and the riverside dock and river activities. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tree Burling

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My name is Teresa but better known as Tree. I am lucky enough to have lived in the valley with my husband and two daughters for the last 20+ years. Originally coming from Southwest Michigan. We have built a successful construction business here and have been blessed enough to add property management to that about six yrs ago. I appreciate the flexibility that comes with that, allowing me to spend time with my family and share with others the Flathead Valley that we love so dearly.

Why they chose this property

This property is very special to me, and holds a lot of family memories. The first property I started managing because it belonged to a dear friend of mine. The property has since changed hands and undergone exciting renovations and I was lucky enough to be hired by the new owner to continue to help him share this little piece of heaven with other people.

What makes this property unique

Great neighbors, AMAZING sunsets, quiet end of the road location and access to Flathead Lake makes this property hard to beat.

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