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Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana!

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Log Home with Fenced Front Yard
Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake
View of Lake From Front Deck
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MT
  • Place, Flathead Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Beardance Picnic Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana!

Cherry Creek Retreat in Montana is a 7-acre parcel perched above one of the highest points of Flathead's East Lake Shore. The Bigfork property is near Glacier Park and surrounded by Flathead Valley beauty on all sides. Behind are tall forested mountains. In front is expansive Flathead Lake with excellent fishing. On each side are quaking Aspens. In between are cherry and apple trees, an old red barn, trout ponds and beautiful Cherry Creek. Minutes away is Flathead Lake with boat access at Yellow Bay State Park, Woods Bay and Bigfork. Boat & kayak rentals and guided fly-fishing are available nearby. The 3-story hand crafted post & beam log home has spectacular views from all rooms. Three decks flow from large rooms with French doors. Wood floors, rock work & custom art add further beauty. We may also be contacted on the state tourism website under the name Cherry Creek Retreat of Flathead Lake. We rent monthly during Spring, Fall and Winter months at reduced rates. Our property manager lives in smaller house on property so can be readily available if you have questions while there.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Mountain view

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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
Children around ponds should be supervised
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Events

No events allowed
Requires separate agreement with owner.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: requires separate agreement with owner.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bigfork

Located in Bigfork, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Riecke's Bayside Gallery and Bigfork Summer Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eva Gates Homemade Preserves and Kehoe's Agate Shop. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Beardance Picnic Area - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Echo Lake - 21 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Meadow Lake Golf Course - 45 min drive - 66.9 km

Getting around

  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Saddlehorn Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger Town - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Raven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sitting Duck - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Log Home Overlooking Flathead Lake in Bigfork Montana! located?

This family-friendly Bigfork vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Flathead Lake and Beardance Picnic Area. Flathead Picnic Area is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for Flathead Lake, Glacier National Park, and Whitefish.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The log home is in a beautiful setting overlooking Flathead Lake, had fun feeding trout in the pond. Great communication and we would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmela N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed hikes in Glacier National Park, kayaking and a boat day on Flathead Lake. Just beautiful cabin with a lovely view of Flathead Lake. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we absolutely loved it! we want to go back! we loved that everyone had plenty of space
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Cherry Creek Resort

Beautiful place to stay with spectacular sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spacious home. Loved the fruit trees on property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances P.

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

Review

Check in process was easy- communication was great and house was accommodating!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Beautiful house and property

Loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lizeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is absolutely beautiful and the view of the lake is breathtaking. Super clean and very stocked up on anything you could need. We will be going back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Excellent communication with owner and staff. Fantastic views of Flat Head Lake. We had fresh fruit to eat and cherries on the trees. Went fishing and caught 8 lake trout. Big Fork is a quaint little town with lots to visit. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

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

Family Fun

Amazing place and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Beautiful cabin overlooking lake

arelaxing atmosphere, great place to unwind and enjoy the awesome area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kim K.

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

Loved it!

It fit three families very well. Beautiful views. The owners and property manager were very communicative and response. My family loved it. A very special trip.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott b.

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

Great Stay

The property was as described. We loved the view of the lake from the deck and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase C., Waxhaw, NC

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

Fantastic place to stay to enjoy Montana

We loved your home and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. It was a fantastic week in Montana and we couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you for your hospitality of letting us stay in your house!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

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

Family Gathering

Hiking vacation, including Glacier National park & Wild Horse Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Great place, great location

Our crew had a great time while staying at this property. It was a perfect fit for us and very accommodating. The house was clean and comfortable. We look forward to coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Perfect cabin in the mountains

Charming, cozy cabin at a great location about 10 minutes from downtown Bigfork. Beautiful views of the lake and surrounding area from the three balconies. We really enjoyed the fire pit and the boys liked fishing in the small trout pond! Loved staying here and would recommend it to anyone wanting to visit Flathead Lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor P.

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

Another great visit.

This was the 2nd time we've stayed here. We'd return every summer if we could. Awesome place with a large, relatively private property, great lake view and public hiking directly behind the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Lovely home

We enjoyed our stay and the home was family friendly. The hosts were very accommodating and welcoming. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

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

Cozy cabin, great for family

Spacious but cozy with plenty of space for our family to be together. Great location for outings on Flathead Lake, hiking in Jewel Basin, and access to Glacier NP. Penny & Letty were wonderful communicators.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

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

Loved this place

I highly recommend staying here. The house was very clean, had lots of room and was stocked with everything we needed. The property was beautiful; we loved feeding the fish in the pond. The view over the lake was amazing. The property owners were so accomodating and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O., Seattle, Washington, USA

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

Wonderful retreat

Loved our stay, particularly the sunsets, the backyard open space and fire pit. Really appreciate having the extras from previous guests like olive oil, etc. Makes you feel right at home out of the gates.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in went smoothly. The kitchen was very well equipped, including spices, electric appliances, table settings. It would have been helpful to have had a knife sharpener. The house got a bit hot when the outdoor temps got up near the 90's, but cooled off at night.The outdoor space was lovely. Our grandson enjoyed feeding the fish and getting leaf and bark boats to float down the streams. We played softball on the grounds and picked cherries and blueberries. The views of the lake from the main deck at sunset were beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karina L., -

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

Beautiful !

Great family home close to Bigfork, MT. Lovely property - we all enjoyed our visit, the lake, and the cherries! Thanks :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Penny or Jim and Summer Manager

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We are Jim and Penny and we love northwest Montana! This property has been a cherished place for our family for 40+ years. It really is amazing and renewing. In the 1980s our visits here were to see Grandpa and the cousins. We would stay in one of the small cabins at the place and our children loved it! Later we became owners and in 2005 built our dream retirement home. We called it Cherry Creek Retreat because of the beautiful stream that originates and runs through the land and cherry trees. Cherry Creek Retreat has continued to be a special place for our family and friends to gather and even to have weddings and reunions. In 2006 we started renting out our home to vacation renters. In 2025 we began renting out the original house on the property year round to our wonderful property manager. We are fortunate to have great neighbors who help out when needed and also enjoy our many conversations with renters. We are happy to say they have found the place to be amazing too!

Why they chose this property

Grandpa Jim was raised nearby and had a dream to find the perfect property on the Flathead Lake before he retired in the 1970s. He knew the land well and what he wanted. It was to be a place with it's own natural spring, a view of the lake, good for growing cherries and putting in fish ponds, bordered by forest, close to town but with the feel of being in nature. He found this place and it is indeed special! We fell in love with it ourselves years ago, and the feeling only grew as time went on. Now we know others feel the same. Since we've built the Log House and let the property be used as a vacation rental, we hear from so many, "This place is heaven on earth!"

What makes this property unique

Ever changing growth of nature and food! We have cherry, apple, pear and plum trees. A raspberry patch. Fish ponds. Some years we plant a vegetable garden. You may pick and eat from all that is there. Kids love to play here. Families love to gather in spots all over the property and talk or play games. We're not in town, but close enough to get there easily. The scenery is spectacular! The log home is very nice. There are also the fixed-up original cabins that we occassionally let larger groups use.

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