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Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch

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A wooden cabin with a porch, steps leading to the entrance, and a sign reading "Ponderosa".
A wooden cabin with a porch, a sign reading "Ponderosa", and a red chair.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a brown leather sofa, a wooden armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a dining table, a chair, a water dispenser, a microwave, and shelves with dishes and glasses.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a dining table, chairs, a small refrigerator, shelves with dishes, and a television.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Columbia Falls, MT
  • Place, Big Sky Waterpark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Meadow Lake Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathrooms in Community Building

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch

Located at the base of Columbia Mountain our Cabins are only minutes from Glacier National Park, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Flathead lake and many other destinations in the Flathead Valley.

This rustic cabin comfortably accommodates 2 guests and is equipped with a small kitchenette (2026 glass dishes shown in photos have been replaced with disposable) and a Traeger pellet grill on the covered deck.

Men's and Women's showers and rest rooms are located across the foot bridge in the main service building as the cabins do not have plumbing.

All cabins have heat and A/C
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Keep trash inside the cabin trash can to avoid unwanted guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1289787vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Columbia Falls

Located in Columbia Falls, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and Whitefish Lake State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stumptown Ice Den or Glacier Bank Park.
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Columbia Falls, MT

What's nearby

  • Big Sky Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • House of Mystery and Montana Vortex - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Meadow Lake Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Glacier National Park - 26 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 34 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 18 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Nite Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Lake Bar & Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vaqueros - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Nite Owl - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White Raven Winery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Cabin Columbia Mountain Ranch located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Big Sky Waterpark, House of Mystery and Montana Vortex and Glacier Ziplines. Glacier Lanes and Casino and Meadow Lake Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet place in a fantastic surrounding with generous and great owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Amenities
I loved the wild turkeys on the grounds. And the opportunity to do laundry was much appreciated too. Great location for Glacier NP and exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome find! We loved our stay at this cabin. It was clean, private, and comfortable. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent. Friendly hosts and very clean. Kids had lots of fun fishing, swimming, and paddle boarding.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Beautiful Property

This property is so beautiful and located in the perfect area. Close to Glacier and so peaceful and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Lovely place to stay

My family and I had a wonderful time at our Ponderosa cabin! Lovely host who was extremely accessible and helpful. Gorgeous scenery, right at the base of Columbia Mountain. 10/10, highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Awesome spot

Amazing little property! So peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

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

Cute cabin

Cute little cabin was perfect for our 1 night stay to be closer to Glacier Park! Very friendly owners!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Very friendly staff

Peaceful and rustic; kids enjoyed the available play equipment. Beats the 4 walls of a hotel room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald H.

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

Great Place

Hosts were friendly and fun to talk with. The cabin was comfortable and clean. The shower/toilet room was clean. The view from the cabin was relaxing with deer and turkeys dropping by daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

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

Great place to stay

This was an excellent stay. A lot of activities on the property that are free and easily accessible to guest (cornhole, badminton, volleyball, fishing, fire pit, paddleboarding, and nice grill). Hosts were great. Very responsive and super friendly. Stay was in a beautiful location about 30 minutes from the west side of glacier national park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Mystic Mountain Comfort

Perfect stay with our family of six. This was a beautiful dry cabin. The cleanliness of the bathhouse is amazing. Best bathhouse I’ve seen in a while. Enjoy the lakes while you are there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Amazing Cabin and Property!

We can’t say enough wonderful things about our stay at this cabin! Owners were so welcoming and helpful. The cabin was exactly what we needed and we can’t wait to come back. Our boys didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angi M.

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

Great stay

This reservation was just as it was described in the ad. We lied the location and the ease of checking in and out. Clean cabin. Friendly owners. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Z.

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

Gorgeous Views and Convenient

We are a family of four that traveled to Glacier for the first time. The cabin was the perfect place to relax after time on the road. All beds were comfortable and the cabin itself was clean. The trail that leads to the bathrooms was lit and easy at night. We loved the location with easy and quick access to the park and nearby town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery R.

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

Columbia Falls Stay -GNP visit

Super friendly, greeted upon arrival, greeted at departure, clean and sufficient. 20 minutes from the park and all conveniences. All we needed ++!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair K.

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

Must stay

Family owned operation the facility is exactly what we needed the cabin is cute and clean with everything you need to relax and enjoy. We were in a dry cabin, no water but the shower facility and kitchen were great. Thanks so much for the great stay and conversation around the fire we really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Van N.

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

Glacier first visit

Great stay and great service This cabin has Trager Grill, bring yourself some steak, chicken and some beer, nice and quite place. It made you feel like you live in the forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot

Beautiful land with charming cabins, nice bathhouse and laundry. Small lake/pond with kayak and SUP. Beautiful sunset with mountains behind, bonfire in the evening. Highly recommend! We did not get a welcome email we were supposed to get, but once we got there the hosts were available and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny S.

Very clean and simple. Peaceful and relaxing.

Property was nice. Cabin was very well-kept. The only thing missing was running water/toilet in the cabin. It was not convenient to walk to the common facility to shower/use the restroom (we knew what we signed up for, but it ended up being more than we bargained for). Otherwise, we had a very nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun

The people who were there seemed to really enjoy it but it probably isn’t for everyone. Think more hotel room with no bathroom. I can’t imagine telling children that have to make a nature call at night to walk the 25-50 yards. Cooking is kind of strange also if a bunch of people want to eat at the same time. That said, I liked it and the owner was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

All around peaceful and pleasant stay

We truly enjoyed our stay in the Ponderosa cabin. Jenna was there to greet us when we arrived. She was so helpful to us for our entire stay. We loved the "camping with comfort" feel. A full kitchen is located in the same building as the bathrooms, where we were able to wash our dishes. There are many items in the shared kitchen for guests to use. I missed this detail in the description, so I wanted to emphasize this positive feature. Also, the washer and dryer are located in that same building and are very nice...well worth the fee it costs to use them. My adult children played with their 12 year old sister as if they were all the same age in the ponds and on the property. They had a ball! We loved making new memories together! We hope to visit again sometime in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laurie B.

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

Just Not Our Thing

This property advertised accurately. It was clean. We know we would need to use a community bathroom but didn't realize how problematic that would be for us. It's just not our thing. Also, it was weird that they had dishes but no sink to wash them in. So you had to carry a bucket full of dirty dishes over to the community room kitchen to wash your dishes. We did appreciate the bottled water for drinking and the availability for our pup to be with us and to run free on the beautiful property. Lesson learned. No more cabins without bathrooms fus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Charlotte E.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

If you want cleanliness and running water do not stay hete

There is no running water in the cabin so if you cook you must walk all your dirty dishes to the service kitchen. There is one electric skillet in our cabin and a crockpot. There is not a pan big enough in the service kitchen to boil spaghetti. The bathrooms were filthy from the first day. We stayed 3 nights. They never cleaned the bathroom. I have pictures however there is no way to post them here. I tried to call management and it went straight to voicemail with no way to leave message. I text the manager 3 times about how dirty the bathrooms were or there were no towels - not one time did they text me back. So this business about if you need anything just text us a lie The one positive - the beds were comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
We are so sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with the property. We are the new owners as of July 24, 2021 and will take your critique to heart. We have already made adjustments to correct some of the items that you found lacking and will continue to make improvements to give a more enjoyable experience to our guests. Thank you and best regards, Jenna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location near Glacier National Park. Host was welcoming and prompt with communication. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Would recommend for families. We would stay again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jenna Lellhame

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What makes this property unique

Our 30 acre property has 10 cabins and 3 tents for guests. There are 2 ponds stocked with fish for catch and release fishing, poles provided. There are paddle boards on the pond for guests to enjoy.

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