Location: Bigfork, Flathead Lake, Glacier Country, Montana, USA (East Lake Shore 10 mi. S. of Bigfork, nr Yellow Bay) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 11-15)
Keywords: Lakefront House, Lakeshore,
LAKE RETREAT FARM
You get your own 68+ FEET of FLATHEAD LAKE PRIVATE SHORELINE.
THE LARGEST FRESH WATER LAKE WEST OF THE MISSISSIPPI.
Explore the lake shore in our rowboat, canoe or one of the paddle-boards.
This beautifully furnished vacation rental home features hard wood and tile floors laid with stunning hand knotted Persian carpets; dance studio with ballet bars and mirrors; a large outdoor deck overlooking a 100+ tree cherry and apple orchard, Flathead Lake and the dramatic mountain backdrop on the opposite shore. Sunsets are spectacular! Sheep and chickens are on the farm.
This Retreat Rental also includes a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, There is also a wood fire heated cedar wood hot tub filled with fresh artesian spring water!(optional use fee: $20/day)
CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST available to book on-site appointments in the private studio.
Rent the owners own beautifully furnished home for a week or even a few days! This 3+ Acre Home and Orchard Lake Shore Property offers many delights and amusements.
There is over one acre of fruit trees with all kinds of fruit, in season, to graze through: cherry, apricot, peaches, nectarine, pears, plums, apples, raspberries, strawberries.
You can saunter through our private sun dappled woods, full of small springs and streams and a fish pond, to our PRIVATE LAKE SHORE for a refreshing dip in the lake (about a 5 minute walk from the house).
Or just FLOAT YOUR CARES AWAY bobbing lazily on the water. There are also tables, chairs, BBQ, a hammock and a campfire ring at the lakeshore.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Only in upstairs living and dining room
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : space and hookups for RV's avail.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed : Double/Twin
- Convertible Bed (4)
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Wood Fired Cedar Wood Hot Tub. (optional use fee: $20/day)
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) (2)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player (2)
- Stereo System (2)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Commercial Range, Gourmet equipped kitchen,
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped for gourmet cooking
- Refrigerator (2) : extra fridge downstairs
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (3) : Two on the deck and one at the lakeshore
- Deck/Patio : Seating for 12. Umbrellas provided
- Balcony : Off the master Bedroom
- View/Location
- Lakefront : About a five minute fairly easy walk through the orchard to the lake. Also can drive to the lake.
- Mountain View : Beautiful sunsets on the mountains across the lake.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- 3 full bathrooms, Two 50 gallon hot water heaters for plenty of hot water, Shade Trees, Wood Fired Hot Tub, 100+ Tree Fruit Orchard, 68 feet Private Beach, Paddle-boards, Rowboat, Canoe, Fire Ring at the lake, Over 1 acre woodland with springs and fish pond, Classic Car & Antique Truck Collection, Chickens and Sheep on the Farm, NO SMOKING in HOUSE
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Not allowed to be left unattended in the house nor allowed on the furniture at any time.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Near Glacier Park and the National Bison Range, Sheep and Chickens are on the Farm
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Whole House: June 15 thru August 31 (sleeps 6-12) $2900/week. $450/night.
Top of House Only: Sept thru June 14 (sleeps 4- 6) $1400/week. $235/night.
Whole House: Sept thru June 14 (sleeps 6-12) $1900/week. $320/night.
Plus 7% Montana Bed Tax. 50% of Rental Charge to reserve.
Wood Fired Hot Tub Use - $20 per day (optional daily use fee)
Basic Security Deposit of $500 which is refundable if there is no damage.
$500 Pet Damage Deposit. (refundable) Plus Pet Cleaning Fee - $50 (required)
$50 Cancellation Charge:No refunds less than 30 days before arrival date.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Lakefront! Lake Retreat Farm, Large, Beautifully Furnishe
Year Purchased: 1989
Why the Owner Chose Bigfork
We enjoy all the different seasons as it is a change from So. Calif. where we used to live. We have good air connections here to travel conveniently. Even though we enjoy the rural living, our nearby cities have the entertainment and group activities we also enjoy (theater, music events,dancing and other clubs and groups doing may activities that we can participate in.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We enjoy swimming and boating the the summer, cross country skiing in the winter. A good hiking trail is nearby. Biking is fun in the fall when the hwy. traffic is less.
Owner's Map of Bigfork
We live here year around and in the summer we move out of the house and live close to the lake shore in a wooded clearing in our RV. We are usually near by and can assist to insure your vacation staying with us is a pleasant experience for everyone in your group. You can visit our booth at the Whitefish Farmers Market during the summer where we sell organic fruit from our farm.(see Photo).
Property Photos
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- The House with a Wrap Around Deck and a Spectacular View - Bigfork, MT - Montana Rental House on Flathead Lake
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- View from deck to the Flathead Lake - Bigfork, MT - Montana Rental House on Flathead Lake
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- Private 70' Lakeshore with canoe, rowboat and paddleboards - Bigfork, MT - Montana Rental House on Flathead Lake
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- Sunset by Canoe at our Private Lakeshore
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- View of the house through the orchard in Spring.
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- Dinning table seating for up to12. Beautiful sunset views over the lake.
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- Gourmet Equipped Kitchen,
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- Master Bedroom with private balcony and hot tub thru french doors
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- Twin bedroom with private full bath.
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- Downstairs bedroom 1 queen, 1 twin, 1 double bed
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- Two sofa beds and room on the large dancefloor downstairs for additional futons
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- Family Reunion Luncheon setup in the orchard for 60 people.
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- Fully automated grass mowing and fertilizing equipment on the farm.
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- Enjoy farm fresh eggs in the morning
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- Pressing apple cider in the Fall
Traveler Reviews (42)
Julie Cajune and Salish Kootenai College Staff
Guest: Jewels
(Arlee, Montana)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11
Review Submitted: 10/24/11
Our program at Salish Kootenai College retreats for a week each year to do our annual evaluation report. As the program director, I try to locate a place that supports thoughtful and creative work. I believe it is also important to work in a place that is pleasant and rewarding for the long work hours during the week. The Lake Retreat Farm provided all of that and more. A great sitting spot by the water for reflection and rejuvenation, and the house had all the comforts - and wifi! The location to Kalispell and Bigfork was a plus for great places to share evening meals. The owner, Scott, was a gracious host and brought a basket of mouth-watering peaches and a dozen eggs from his hens. We couldn't have asked for more!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Had a great time
Guest: lanniec
(Spokane, WA)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
Family of 13, Grandparents 50th Wedding Anniversary. I liked the layout of the place. Adult couples each had a room and the grandparents stayed in their RV in the driveway. Kids were all in the big open space (dance floor?) in the lower level, which worked out great. The deck was nice, we had one meal out there and the rest at the big dining table. The dining table was tight for 13, but we were there to be together so that was great. I loved the private beach. It is a rocky beach, so chairs were necessary, but it is east facing so while mornings were cool, we could swim until 9 p.m. when it got dark because the sun was on us all day. I have no negative comments--they provided plenty of cookware, dishes, towels. Everything was clean and we left it that way so we got our deposit and cleaning fee back. The only consideration I would make would have been for grandpa who had trouble walking the rocky road down and back (3 minutes down, 5 back up) and there was no shade for him all day unless he sat waaay back in the trees (the rest of us loved the hot sun all day). The beach toys were okay. We brought our own canoe, but the kids loved the paddle boards (actually windsurfing boards). Also, the hot tub was fun, but I don't know if I'd pay the extra fee--it wasn't all that hot. Although the others loved it, especially the kids after getting out of the lake at night. I think we'd stay here again. We didn't spend much time in the house, but everyone seemed comfortable with their rooms and the kitchen served it's purpose--we had plenty of room to make meals and serve food. The owner was always around somewhere and very attentive to any questions or concerns we had.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Lake Retreat
Guest: Dianne
(Calgary, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 08/25/11
Review Submitted: 08/29/11
This very large home was very comfortable for 8 adults and 5 dogs. We all sat around the dining room table for dinner each night and slept in 3 bedrooms and another area, enjoying 3 full bathrooms. The deck was of great size and perfect for the dogs as well. They also had a fenced in area. The BBQ was huge as we were able to make dinner for all 8 of us on the BBQ. The satelite TV, WiFi and computer were extras that we truly enjoyed. We picked fruit and enjoyed the lake frontage. The air conditioner was a relief during the 90+ degree days. Our only complaints were the pull out beds that had bars across and were uncomfortable. The master bedroom was hot and each night the septic pump made noise. Other than these few things, we were very happy that we could all be together in the same house with the pets. There must be very few places that would accomodate everyone and be so comfortable. We'd like to thank the owner for making our stay so enjoyable and we wouldn't hesitate to come back soon.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Lovely home--a bit funky but great for a crowd. I would rent it again.
Guest: Jeanne
(Spokane WA)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
Our family of 11 ranging from 10 yrs old to 70 had a wonderful week at your home on the lake. I especially loved the very private beach. Good lounges for sitting. The walk down to it wasn't bad except near the end the path was wet and muddy--not very good for the elderly. Owners very acommodating. Kitchen is great, bedrooms also good. Dining rm table good for large crowd. Living room area could be better if there is a large amount of people. A suggestion would be ---incorporate the sun room with the living room--- a couple more comfy chairs. We loved all the wall art and plants. The deck was great with a view of the lake. Thank you very much. Everyone had a great time.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children.
Grizz-Walds Family Vacation
Guest: Grizz-Walds
(Kenmore, Washington)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/20/11
We had a group of eleven, from grandparents to grandchildren. The house was comfortable, view from the deck was fantastic, new barbecue was a treat, wi-fi available, newer w/d great for a crowd, the living room furniture wasn't the most comfortable, but it served its purpose. The kids had a great time using the paddleboards and the row boat, and Grandpa enjoyed the canoe. The beach is perfect for sunning and swimming, the sunsets were gorgeous. The fire-pit was set up and ready for us but we never got a chance to use it. The walk down to the lake is rocky and difficult for some to walk down. There is a parking spot that gets you closer (and an outhouse if needed), and the trail from there is muddy, but worth the trek to the beach. The cherries were ripe and delicious, the sheep and chickens ran away. The owners were available when we had questions. We would recomend it for a large gathering. Plenty to do. Recomendations: Flathead Raft Company (for whitewater rafting and Wild Horse Island tour), Glacier National Park (for hiking), Eastshore Smokehouse (great food!), Pocketstone Cafe (Bigfork), and Whitefish for shopping.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Great family getaway
Guest: LVG
(Lewiston, ID)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
A family getaway consisting of six adults and four kids under 14-years-old, we spent four days at the lake house and enjoyed the Flathead Lake/Glacier area. The house was fully furnished with kitchen supplies and ready upon our arrival. The lake was an easy downhill 5-minute walk from the house. The lake shore is made up of millions of small roundish rocks that the kids enjoyed collecting. The water was nice for swimming so bring anything you like to use in the water. Snorkels and masks highly recommended. Water shoes might be something to bring along for adults who don't have tough feet like kids for wading in the lake. Bigfork is a short drive away for supplies or if you want to go out for dinner or just browse the shops. If it should rain the house has plenty of movies and books on hand. The area has plenty to offer in the way of outdoor recreation, so bring your hiking shoes, backpacks, mountain bikes, binoculars, cameras, fishing poles, etc for whatever you might want to do. Scott, Betty and crew were very helpful when we called with questions.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Extended Family Reunion 2011
Guest: ed
(Woodinville, Washington, Northwest USA)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
All nine of us had a very pleasant week using Lake Retreat House as our base to explore the region. The rock beach was lots of fun for children and adults; the canoe and row boat had a workout! We gorged on the cherrys in the orchard all week. WIFI worked well. The deck worked well for the evening we hosted 30 relatives for an inside / outside dinner.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, families with young children.
July 2011 stay
Guest: Steve
(Billings, MT)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/23/11
The pictures and descriptions are accurate of the property. The house has a large dining and living room area that fit our party very well. The house was clean and we used the kitchen for most meals. This is a good property for large groups. We had 8-11 people here all week and used the barbeque and deck for dinners. Worked very well. The beach front is down the lane. We used the canoe and the inflatable floating toy. Nothing fancy, but a good view of the lake.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+.
A COZY COMFORTABLE RENTAL
Guest: Teri
(Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, Montana)
Date of Stay: 07/06/11
Review Submitted: 07/08/11
Our group is from Montana and travel to this area around the same time every year. This year we opted for a rental home instead of a motel and it was the best choice. The house was clean, comfortable, and relaxing. The rental came with canoes and other water devices to use on the lake. We had 16 people in our group ranging from age 11-55. Each age group enjoyed the property entirely. I will happily recommend this home to anyone interested in having a blast on the lake. The house is very accessible to all the area attractions.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Awesome Time
Guest: Virginia
(Cut Bank)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11
Review Submitted: 07/06/11
My large group (two families and teenagers with dog just spent 6 nights at the Flathead lake Retreat Farm. We had 14 in our group. Prior to submitting this review I read the previous review dated June 11th by someone who was not very satisfied with their stay. Let me say that I found this home fabulous! The rooms were very spacious and comfortable. Everything was VERY clean. The stove/oven is a very nice gas stove which I found easy to cook on. The kitchen was well equipped with every appliance I needed. I have stayed at other VRBO Rentals that were not as well equipped. There was an extra fridge in the basement which we were able to use also. I found that there were plenty of towels and all the linens were clean. All my kids slept on the futons and they were in great condition. The home was decorated in very interesting pieces that were clearly purchased over seas. The Persian rugs and tapestry that were hung gave the home a comfortable feel. The library of books, DVD's and VHS videos was extensive and there was something for everyone. The deck outside was large and easily accommodated everyone in our group. I found the furniture outside durable, comfortable and something that was easily cleaned. The whole family took a walk around the grounds and saw the chickens and sheep. They were well cared for and it was fun to watch them. Scott was gracious enough to provide fresh eggs for breakfast to our group one morning. The lake was a little further than we had anticipated but the walk was easy and it gave us all a little exercise. The hot tub was well worth the additional cost and we ended up using it every night instead of the two nights we had originally planned on. I have stayed at numerous VRBO Rentals throughout the Montana and found that this home was one of my more favorites. Scott was on the propoerty numerous times through out the day so if we had questions we were able to ask him. The teenagers had a blast at the fire pit and we were able to light off fireworks right on the beach. The kids had a blast with the canoe and boat. Bottom line this was a great location and enjoyable time for us. For our family it was a spacious home and grounds and the home was comfortable which when you have 8 kids and a dog on a trip you want to have a location that is fun, safe and comfortable for everyone to enjoy which is what I feel we had. We will definitly be staying there again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
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