Wild & Scenic River Vacation Home Inside Glacier Nat'l Park

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  • Guest Tonya and John
  • Date of stay 07/03/10
  • Review Submitted 01/16/11
  Boy, words can't describe how beautiful and tranquil the ranch was. Everything was perfect. George (the caretaker) was fantastic, I loved talking to him about photography. I was in heaven looking at all the photos in the ranch house and guest cabin. Pretty much everything exceded our expectations. The kitchen had everything and then some. The library had everything I was looking for. The master bed was extremely comfortable. The views were beyond words. The front porch was my favorite place. I could hear the river and sometimes the breeze. We also did see the Polbridge 4th of July which was a hoot!! I most certainly would recommend the McFarland ranch to friends and family. Everything about the ranch was great. Again let George know how much we enjoyed him, he really enhanced our experience at the McFarland Ranch. Thanks for sharing your ranch with us, we will be back. Take care, Tonya and John

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  • Guest Karen and Ben
  • Date of stay 08/14/10
  • Review Submitted 01/16/11
  "All four of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your ranch. None of us wanted to leave, as we had the perfect week of majestic sights, hikes, weather, and relaxation! In all honesty, I can't recall the last time I felt so relaxed and calm - it must have been the tranquility provided by the mountains and surrounding prairie grass." Was the ranch properly advertised to meet your expectations? "Actually, it was so much more in person. The surrounding beauty just settles into your soul - which is impossible to ascertain from pictures or description" Were you pleasantly surprised by something at the ranch? "Again, the feeling that passes over you when you are in the presence of the grandeur of the surrounding mountains and prairie." Would you return or recommend to a friend? "Absolutely - just said tonight when I came home from work, that I wish I could go back to the ranch in Montana" How would you rate your visit overall from a 1 to 5, with 5 as the highest score. "5"

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  • Guest Jim and Nancy
  • Date of stay 08/21/10
  • Review Submitted 01/16/11
  We had high expectations. The ranch EXCEEDED them! The view from the front porch is spectacular! We were mesmerized by the changing complexions of the Livingston Range with each new weather pattern that passed through. The cabin was very neat and clean, above and beyond what we expected re: kitchen sundries, recreational supplies, wood and kindling supplies, etc. We rate our visit a 5+ (on a scale of 1-5) and would absolutely return or recommend to a friend.

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• Glacier Natl Park Gem

  Glacier Natl Park Gem

  • Guest Sandy-Steve
  • Date of stay 09/29/10
  • Review Submitted 10/03/10
  Incredible, panoramic views of the majestic Livingston range beyond the expansive natural prarie, The guest house is located within Glacier National Park in the midst of wildlife including deer, elk and moose (we heard wolves howl in the distance at nigh!) The North Fork River (a wild and scenic designated river) flows right behind the cabin....we floated down the river and were left breathless at every bend. The house has a huge covered porch which is perfect for morning coffe (or evening wine) while watching the sun rise over the mountains and sunsets that set the range ablaze in red hues. The stars at night were incredible. My husband was up at 6AM every morning to capture the.abundant photography opportunities; while I slept in enjoying the restful morning leisure. Hammocks provide a restful respite for reading books and afternoon siestas; and an amazingly genuine Montana pioneer and authentic caretaker (aka park historian and resident artist named George) is the host for your visit. Truly an amazing location that we will never forget; We can't wait for next year!!

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

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• It was awesome

  It was awesome

  • Guest Bones
  • Date of stay 07/10/10
  • Review Submitted 08/02/10
  It was the best place I have ever been. We had our family reunion there the second week in July. My dad and I road bikes up to kentla lake. We wish we had the money to buy it from them but it would ruin your chances of seeing something extraordinary. It was perfect for my uncle. He calnt walk so he had to lay there the hole time and he said it was cool because more animals come out at nite. That's why it's good for the handicap

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

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• Loved it

  Loved it

  • Guest Matilda
  • Date of stay 06/12/10
  • Review Submitted 06/24/10
  June, 2010. My family had a great time at the ranch. We loved the privacy and mountains and river and wildlife. If you want quiet and wonderful scenery this is the place to go. George (the caretaker) is a great guy. We really enjoyed our chats with George, he really knows the area and Glacier Park.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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• • Guest Kathy and Sean Kozak
  • Date of stay 09/03/08
  • Review Submitted 09/03/08
  Thank you to the McFarland's for an amazing vacation! We cannot say enough good things about the ranch, the accomodations and the delightful caretaker, George McFarland. Everything about the ranch is wonderful. The location is remote but breathtaking and the house is gorgeous, comfortable and has everything you can want for an amazing stay in this beautiful part of the world. George is a treat, a very knowlegable and entertaining man who is filled with smiles and fascinating stories. Him (and his dog Maya) were a fun suprise addition to our trip, we truly enjoyed the time we spent at the ranch and were sad to leave. We hope to return next year with kids and their grandparents in tow! We highly recommend staying at this incredible place.

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Ranch House .... $3,500/week (Sleeps 6)
Guest Cabin .... $ 500/week (Sleeps 2) may only be added to Ranch House rental
Cleaning fees are additional: Ranch House-$200, Guest Cabin-$100
7% Montana Bed Tax applies to all rental fee, Park entrance fee must be purchased.
50% Deposit holds reservation, balance due 90 days prior to arrival.
Rentals are weekly (Sat to Sat) with Check-in at 4pm and Check-out at 10 am.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.