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Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!

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A cabin with a deck overlooking a river, surrounded by trees.
A cozy attic bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window overlooking a green landscape.
A cabin with a porch and a deck, surrounded by tall trees and a grassy area.
A wooden interior with a staircase, a green sofa, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining table, leather sofas, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Flathead National Forest

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MT
  • Place, Flathead National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Lake Boat Launch
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 31)

Bedroom 1 -- Main Cabin Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 -- Main Cabin Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 -- Bunkhouse

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4 -- Bunkhouse

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5 -- Bunkhouse

4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 6 -- Heritage Cabin #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7 -- Heritage Cabin #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8 -- Heritage Cabin #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9 -- Heritage Cabin #3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 -- Main cabin. Master bedroom ensuite.

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

Bathroom 2 -- Main cabin. Guest bathroom.

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

Bathroom 3 -- Main cabin. Rustic pine.

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

Bathroom 4 -- Bunkhouse

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

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About the neighborhood

Bigfork

Located in Bigfork, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Swan Lake Boat Launch and Kerr Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Polson Bay Golf Course and Mission Mountain Golf Course.
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Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Swan Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Swan Lake Boat Launch - 43 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Sixmile Peak - 58 min drive - 43.0 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions! on Jan 16, 2027 start from $1,808, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bigfork cabin is just steps from Flathead National Forest and Swan Valley. Sixmile Peak and Swan Lake Boat Launch are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family loved our week here! It was clean and comfortable and fit our big family perfectly. Clay, our host, was so nice and ready to give help and hints on the area. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Amazing place would highly recommend for families! Lots of stuff to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxing family getaway

Wonderful Family location, very private. Having the fun of the River provided endless entertainment for the entire family.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We made wonderful memories….playing on the river, catching frogs, playing volleyball, etc. It was the perfect place for our big family to gather and spend time together. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house on a beautiful river

This is a house made for memorable vacations. Lode up on groceries and you never need to leave. Lots of places to gather and the river is perfect for swimming, fishing, and listening to.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Beautiful scenery
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful, and our group of 18 loved the spaciousness. Having the main cabin, the bunkhouse, and the three smaller cabins gave us room to spread out. We loved the sounds of the creek flowing by and the view of the mountains from the front porch. We ate all of our meals at the huge table on the porch. Our host, Doug, was very responsive to our questions. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A river runs through your heart

This special home of the Wolds is an idyllic and rustic Spot to deepen relationships, laugh and play games and immerse yourself in a natural setting. We are thankful to have had this fabulous space for our family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, beautiful retreat near the best of Glacier country!

The cabins form a lovely circle right by the side of the river, with a beautiful lawn area smack dab in the middle so that all our family's kids could play in the line of sight of adults sitting on the porches, by the fire pit, or in one of the hammocks. It is a really thoughtfully set up retreat. It was easily accessible to Bigfork and Flathead lake. The Swan River was the most beautiful backdrop and playground for our diverse family and made for a wonderful experience for all of us. Our week included floating on the river, boating on Flathead Lake, trips to Glacier, and countless hours relaxing and spending time together by the river.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a Spectacular Slice of Paradise!

There were 19 of us from ages 2 to 74. The property was just as described but we didn’t realize the true beauty of the cabins and natural surroundings until we got there. We lacked for nothing in the way of kitchen and dining amenities and adequate beds and baths. The fact that the only full baths (3) were in the main cabin never presented a problem. Dinner was at the huge table on the deck followed by outdoor games, fishing and a huge log fire with plenty of seating. A day in Glacier National Park, on Flathead Lake and on paddle boards on Swan Lake, all in reasonable proximity, added to the fun had by all. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a heavenly experience in Montana.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Spectacular location for a Family Reunion!

The photos don't do this property justice, each of the cabins are so unique and well thought out, there was plenty of space for our group of 20. We had some initial concerns with the bathrooms being in the main cabin but it wasn't an issue at all. Doug (the homeowner) was very helpful and showed us around the property upon arrival. The kitchen was well appointed with slow cookers, baking pans, knives, spices, and basics (sugar, flour, paper products, etc). There were also plenty of things for the kids to do, fishing poles for the kids pond, yard games, toys and video tapes, no one was ever bored! With the river right out the door, a fire pit, plenty of spots to relax, the pool and foosball tables, croquet and volleyball, this place is like your own personal camp! We loved it and hope to return sometime. Thank you Doug and Linda for sharing your little slice of heaven in Montana!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wanted to take the time to review the property on the Swan river. We held a family reunion there recently. All of us are from Montana. We're very familiar with the area. This location is very special. It is a wonderfully designed array of cabins that sit on one of the most peaceful rivers in Montana. The view of the mountains are beautiful and being able to sit out on the deck and enjoy the river, the sunset, and the stars at night is a great experience. There were plenty of towels, toilet paper, and other needed items. The kitchen is well stocked and there's so many great places to hang out. There are plenty of games, as well as outdoor equipment. As is clear from the description the cabins are separated. They form a tight circle with a nice lawn in the middle. This worked perfectly for our needs because we had several individual families connecting on this trip. But I also think it works great for friends or even coworkers planning to do a great fishing or hiking experience in Montana. This location is very close to some amazing hikes in the Flathead wilderness. Also close to Flathead lake, Bigfork, Kalispell, and of course Glacier. There's great fishing especially on the Swan river. Working with the host was awesome. They are super kind and accommodating. I would not hesitate to stay here in the future. It is a wonderfully peaceful place and the epitome of what I believe is a true essence of the Montana experience. You will love this place!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I would not recommend staying at this property. It was not clean. There were mice droppings in the main cabin, bunkhouse bathroom, and even located on a mattress that had been slept on. We also discovered a dead mouse in a salad bowl and live mice in the kitchen toward the end of our stay, requiring us to depart early and get hotel rooms due to health and contamination concerns of elderly parents and small children. Grills were unclean and burners barely worked along with mold on one grill. The property itself is beautiful, however the owners need to maintain the buildings better and ensure everything is clean. We left the property cleaner than when we checked in, even after we discovered the mice running around the kitchen. Also located the two holes they were running in and out of. As a positive- Glacier National Park and Flathead are breathtaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our biggest struggle was leaving
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the eperience

I thought the property was even better than I was imagining. The kids had such a good time, the weather was perfect, the bathroom situation worked out great and the owner was awesome. What an awesome property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Family Vacation Ever!

What a wonderful location! Our family (8 adults, 5 children) takes a family vacation every summer. We all voted this as our best vacation ever! We loved being right on the river which was great for floating and fishing. The deer visited a couple times a day. The accommodations were perfect as was our host! We enjoyed being close to Bigfork and Glacier National Park. Our family definitely wants to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Reunion Spot

We enjoyed every minute of this peaceful, 5 cabin retreat! From fishing to smores to group games on the lawn to barbecuing, this place was perfect for it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute heaven

We couldn’t have asked for a better place for our group of three families to stay and play in Montana. The view and river were magical and where we started and ended each day. Very homey with everything we needed. Great porch for dining, games and cards. Kids loved the bunkhouse and parents enjoyed the quiet of our own cabins. Good hiking and lakes nearby, and close enough for day trips to Glacier and Whitefish. Thank you, Doug, for sharing your family retreat with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Setting for Family Reunions/Multiple families

We absolutely loved our stay...the location, the cabins, the porch, and of course the river. We had an extend family reunion(and kids from 9 to young adults) and to a family we all agreed the property exceeded our expectations. Set up perfectly for 30+ to play, converse, sit in water etc. and yet be in the "same" location. Good communication, reasonable pricing, and priceless location for groups like this. We'll be back...we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

June

This property was just as advertising. Very nice home and beautiful area. Make sure to pack lots of mosquito repellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazaing!

This place was perfect. We caught a bunch of fish right off the deck, swam in the refreshing river, played games, & enjoyed the long summer nights! 10/10 would recommend. One thing noteworthy. For twenty guys, we had enough wifi to connect to for all of us. We weren't there to be on our cell phones but were able to have enough to connect with freidns and family who weren't with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Gathering

After not being able to see our family for over a year, this was the perfect retreat. Our four sons and their families made 12 of us, and everyone had room to gather as well as their own space. Everything we needed was there; the property is well stocked with just about everything you can think of. To be there together in such an incredibly beautiful location was a real treat, and the family is already talking about our next trip. True, there is no cell service, but the internet worked very well. One son had an online meeting he had to do, and he found that the signal in the office in the main house was stronger than in the cabins. One night the power went out and it meant everyone had to put down their phones. I loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FANTASTIC FAMILY FLEXCATION!

Location, location, location! We looked at many retreats and chose this one based on: Location Remote Riverside Retreat was absolutely perfect for our family flexcation, flyfishing, floating, and hiking! Glacier International Airport - 60 minutes north. Glacier National Park - 90 minutes north. Cabins Main Cabin – Cozy two bedrooms, three bathrooms. We sat on the large deck overlooking the river every night to watch the sunset over the mountains as the river rolled by. Nice, well-equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher, two fridges, and even a small fridge for beer/soda. Convenient washer and dryer on property and nice new linens and towels. Bunkhouse – Perfect for the kids! Plenty of indoor and outdoor games. Didn’t hear “I’m bored” once! Guest Cabins – Three additional two-story cabins circle the large lawn making for a very family-centric environment. Outside All the cabins were lit up with lights for plenty of light at night. We even caught sight of a few deer passing through! Fantastic firepit right out in front of the main cabin deck was perfect for s'mores. Main deck has a fun foosball table and a handcrafted pool table. WIFI worked great for our remote phone counseling jobs and our six kids school zoom classes and nightly movie binges. We even FaceTimed Grandma and Grandpa to include them in some of the fun. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity Now :)

Doug, our host did a wonderful job helping us settle in to his beautiful and warm cabin. We spent every evening on the porch, watching the sunset, overlooking the Swan River. The setting was serene and secluded. And the cabin was well stocked with everything we needed for our week in the Swan Valley. We highly recommend staying at Doug’s park-like setting. We only used the main cabin, but clearly they could accommodate multiple families with the multiple cabins on property. When Mother Nature tossed us a challenge, Doug was very quick to help us out. Overall, we had a great and memorable time.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

No cell service and basically no wifi

First, I understand the point for many is get off the grid. And if you want a vacation guaranteed not to be able to use your phone 90% of the trip, this is the place for you. There is ZERO cell reception. Your only choices are the owners land line and wifi calling. So pair that with horrible wifi (even with the 3 extenders we bought after arriving) & you get nothing. For our working trip this was unacceptable. I communicated my outrage that the listing does not mention this to the owner as soon as I booked & the data was finally provided in the details of the booking only. This is not okay though his answer was worse. His answer was simply that they currently had a tech company running their business & have had zero complaints. After staying there myself I know this is impossible & further lies told by the owner. His son arrived on our property the third day to fix the sprinklers and we discussed this. It got no better despite his attempts & then two additional days of him coming to the property still no better. Finally he said it could only handle 5 devices. So basically unless you are 1 single family with probably just one child, you will have zero ways to communicate to the outside world, search for activities to do or even ask the owner for help through VRBO where there is a record of your conversation. This is not per the listing. Now that that is out of the way, the cabins are decent as long as you’re okay with no running water, which didn’t bother us. The main cabin has 3 full bathrooms With showers (though don’t try to shower at the exact same time as another). The bunk house has 1 toilet and cold water only and the other 3 cabins each have 2 beds & no running water, toilet, etc. The “first cabin” had a baby gate which was great for me, my husband and our 18 mo old. After purchasing a pack n play we discovered they had one in the 2nd cabin. So now they have 2 if any of you are bringing littles. They had 2 fridges which was very convenient for our 3 families all with kids ranging 6 mo to 13 years. We didn’t use their games except fooseball. But they do have a pool table on the deck as well. There are no dressers anywhere on property. The space is definitely serene, though that water is very frigid so please go in prepared for that. There is deer that come into the property constantly & while we were warned of bears & mountain lions none appeared on our trip Highly recommend Narrowpath Adventures!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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