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Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty

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A wooden cabin with a metal roof, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a view of a lake and forest in the background.
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A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.
A cabin interior with a large window overlooking a lake, a plush sofa, and a wooden deck.
A wooden cabin with a staircase leading up to a porch, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ashley Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Kalispell, MT
  • Place, Ashley Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flathead River
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Majestic Valley Arena
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kalispell

Located in Kalispell, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Museum at Central School and Hockaday Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flathead County Fairgrounds and Rebecca Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodland Water Park and Whitefish Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Kalispell, MT

What's nearby

  • Ashley Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Foys Lake - 54 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Woodland Water Park - 55 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Flathead River - 59 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Majestic Valley Arena - 60 min drive - 61.5 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Christy's Cottage, Waterfront w/slide & Ice Shanty located?

This family-friendly Kalispell holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ashley Lake, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Flathead County Fairgrounds and Rebecca Farm. Woodland Water Park and Kila Community Park are also within 20 miles (32 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. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Cozy spot on the lake. We had everything we needed for a perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2026
Thank you for the great review! We are so happy you enjoyed the house! Sorry we missed the deadline to leave you a review. Thank you for being a great guest, and for all hosts who see this, I would highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time and great view

We had a blast staying on Ashley lake. Morgan was very responsive and the cabin was as advertised. They had everything there that you need for the week. Beautiful location !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
We are very happy you enjoyed your stay with us! Thank you for your review and we hope to host you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This one is amazing! We would absolutely stay here again. The house is in a great location; the lake is gorgeous, and the house is cute, clean, and has every amenity you would need. Very easy to communicate with the host and perfect for a family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
We are very happy you enjoyed the house. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labour Day Weekend

Good stay overall
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you Jordan! We hope to see you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing lake getaway

Our family had a wonderful stay. There is plenty of areas to sit and enjoy the view of the lake whether it was on the dock, on the massive deck, or at the firepit. The kitchen was well stocked and the home is very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again in the future. Thank you for taking care of the house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay as always. We are unsure whether this is 4or 5 years. Hope to return next year. This cabin fits our needs perfectly!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you Cynthia! We will be looking forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway with friends

Great property with wonderful amenities and incredible views along with great comfort throughout the entire home. Can’t wait to come back for a summer visit
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you Eric! We look forward to seeing you when you come back for your summer visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cabin was clean and spacious, and included many useful amenities like movies, games, towels. We loved the porch and outdoor seating areas. Everyone in our party ageing 17 to 70 enjoyed the stay. Although we like to mention that their is only one controller for the Xbox, so we didn't use it, but would have if there was 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2025
Hi Jeremy, Thank you for your kind review. We are so very happy you enjoyed your stay, and hope to host you in the future. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Lake Cabin with amazing dock!

This cabin is wonderful and even nicer than the photos! There is great indoor space and plenty of room for a family to spread out, have privacy but also share time together. The kitchen is very well appointed and has everything you need! There is great deck space. The dock is amazing. Super fun slide and wall with deep water to jump and dive in. The ability to also rent the pontoon boat from the owners is really convenient. And super nice! We appreciated the welcome goodies as well as the little things like toiletries in the bathroom. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you Betsy for the great review. You guys were wonderful guests and are always welcome back! We hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Winter Getaway

Our group (two couples) had a wonderful week-long stay at this gorgeous cabin. We loved cooking in the clean, well-stocked kitchen and relaxing in the den, taking in the views of the lake, mountains, and resident eagle population. On walks we frequently saw deer and other wildlife tracks. Four-wheel drive vehicle access into town and back during the snow was no problem -- the county diligently maintains Ashley Lake Road and Morgan kept the driveway plowed. We truly appreciated that Morgan stayed in communication with us throughout the stay as deep winter weather set in; we stayed warm and cozy with no problems. There are many thoughtful touches to this property such as warm throw blankets in the seating areas and plenty of games to enjoy. I'm sure this cabin is a perfect summer getaway, but it's also amazing in winter - you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Thank you for the great review, Shannon! So glad you guys enjoyed your stay! We would always welcome you back. Unfortunately, all the reviews on this listing are currently hidden since I integrated my short-term rental software with VRBO. Currently working with VRBO to try to get these reviews transferred over to the new VRBO listing. I will be sending you an email with my website. If you would be so kind as to leave a review on there as well, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you again, Morgan and Alma
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

This house stinks like sewer gas and cat urine

I’d like to start positively by saying the house was clean in appearance and was well-stocked. The homeowner thoughtfully put several bags of ice in the freezer, there was plenty of propane and charcoal for the grill, the kitchen had all the necessary accouterments and there were plenty of towels. When we walked into the house, we could smell air freshener. It was sickly sweet smelling. The entire lower level of the house reeked of cat urine over this sickly sweet smell. The utility room stank the worst. This is obviously where the homeowner keeps the litter box. My daughter complained the stench was making her sick. The master had a sewer gas smell that required the bathroom window be open at all times. The problem with this was that the bathroom window was directly above the trash cans, so gnats kept flying through the screen of the open window. We left a day early as the stench progressively got worse during the week and we couldn’t take it anymore. We stayed in a hotel the last night of our stay. All that said, the view was lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed being on the lake far from the house because you could even smell the septic system out on the deck. The homeowner really needs to look into this. The homeowner should also warn guests that this house is just over eight miles down a dirt road. It took nearly a half an hour every time we left the house to get to the main highway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Hello, thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear this. We do not allow pets nor do we have a litter box. We will definitely look into that odor. It’s the first we’ve heard about it. Also I’d like to add that any time a home is on a septic it can have septic gases that’s why we recommend cracking the windows some. You’ll find that in ANY home in the country with a septic. Lastly, we would have love to been made aware of your issues while you were here and made it right instead of a poor review. This is our first poor review. We would have gladly offered money back or a solution.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake Property That's Great for the Family

My family (wife and two kids plus in laws) stayed in July 2023, and we had a wonderful time. The home was in great condition, the views were very nice, and we felt that it was correctly represented in the listing. A couple of things. First, they say the road is rough and the last three miles are indeed that. We have a 4x4 pickup so no real issue for us but just be aware. Second, the stairs down from parking to the home are a workout. Not such a big deal for us but if you have mobility issues, get some help going down. Overall, it was pretty much ideal for us. The floating dock was a lot of fun for our kids, the outdoor dining was really nice in the evenings, and it never got too hot in the house either. The hosts answered any questions we had very quickly and it seems they take good care of the property and don't demand too much of you when you're packing up to leave. In all, I would highly recommend this property. We would definitely go again (and probably will).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review! We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking good care of the house. We appreciate that and will always happily welcome you back. Hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home

We loved our stay in this beautiful log home. The highlight was the slide on the dock into beautiful Ashley lake ,and the decks. Well equipped with all sorts of supplies and we ordered grocery delivery when we ran out of food. One problem was the fan wasn’t working in LR so loft area for sleeping was too hot. But kids slept on the lower level couches. We spent most of the day in the water which was warmish and so clear and ate every dinner outside on the deck. And the kids enjoyed the hockey game.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect for our family!

The home was spacious, clean, stocked well. The lake, dock and views were amazing. The owner was easy to work with and wonderful. The perfect Summer lake get-a-way. An FYI: there are around 50 steep stairs going down to the home from the parking area. A consideration if you are travelling with elderly or toddlers. But if not, you can’t beat it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review. I hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Escape

Just being in the beauty of not only the cabin but also Ashley Lake makes enjoying life so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO experience ever

This property is outstanding, meeting or exceeding all expectations. The owners clearly know how to make guests feel comfortable, thinking of all the special touches that make a property great. The house and the surroundings are spectacular. This was my first visit to Montana (but not my husband's), so I had high expecations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax and Have Fun

This is our second summer staying at this lovely property. The hosts have really thought about how to make the most of your time at this gem. There are so many nooks to stop and relax and truly enjoy outdoor living. The dock and slide feature allow for hours of fun for kids and adults both and a great place to enjoy the beautiful water. My only concern in recommending is that it may get booked and not have space for us next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake front vacation.

The house was exactly as described. Evening on the deck was a perfect relaxing place from days activities. We’ll come again for sure. There are stairs down to house😀
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Our stay here exceeded our expectations. The place was beautifully appointed and the setting was gorgeous. Our family had a wonderful time both inside and outside of the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend Retreat

Great lakefront cabin, perfect for relaxing and playing on the lake. Right on the water with an awesome dock with slide. Can’t beat the view from the porch, living room, or kitchen. Clean, comfortable, and plenty of room for the whole family. Morgan was great to work with. Definitely would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and great views

Thank you Morgan for the stay at your cabin. It was very clean and had all we needed to enjoy our stay. The view was amazing. The lake access was great and we all enjoyed swimming in Lake Ashley.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you so much!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BEAUTIFUL and peaceful lake house!

Extremely satisfied with our experience here. The house is GORGEOUS and so is the view! I will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you very much
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