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Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 62450 sq ft
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Bigfork, MT
- Place, Echo Lake13 min drive
- Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse14 min drive
- Place, Flathead River15 min drive
- Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)38 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy
This iconic Montana Luxury Riverhouse is situated in the heart of Flathead Valley and convenient to Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Whitefish and Kalispell Airport. This affordable family oriented home on almost one private, sunny, riverfront acre features gorgeous views with direct river access. Abundant lawn with fire pit and outside furniture and hammock plus hot tub invites wilderness enjoyment in comfort.
If you like to fly fish, this is your place. Enjoy world class fly fishing right out the back door for prized Rainbow trout. From the deck, the hot tub, fire pit or hammock, your family and friends can watch eagles and ospreys fish the river with you. Geese and ducks are plentiful in Swan River's cool, sparkling babbling water with deer and wild turkeys sometimes visiting the front yard.
Float down the Swan River on inflatable rafts and tubes provided plus get some exercise on the four adult 21 speed mountain bikes, Play croquet and enjoy other fun outdoor games to promote family memories.
Quiet and tranquil, this home is a perfect base for day trips to explore all that Montana has to offer. The artist village of Bigfork is close with galleries, restaurants, breweries, shopping, golf, live theater, horseback riding and tours on Flathead Lake. Water recreational sports like whitewater rafting, diving, sailing and boating means there is something for everyone close by for every member of the family.
Glacier National Park, arguably one of our most scenic national parks, is less than an hour away. Also nearby are Crane Mountain and Jewel Basin, popular for hiking and spectacular scenery. The Bob Marshall Wilderness, a little farther away, with day or overnight pack trips into pristine wilderness.
The home features a king bed in a huge, separate master suite with walk in closet that sports oversized tub and cedar sauna. Queen beds are in the second bedroom and the spacious loft. The gourmet kitchen has hardwood cabinetry and granite counter tops and is fully equipped with everything a chef requires. Expansive floor plan provides spectacular water and wilderness views from every room. A bonus family entertainment room has a high ceiling open to the loft and a wood burning pot belly stove with big screen TV. The living room offers a gas fireplace overlooking the yard, river and forest. Linens and towels are provided in this immaculate and clean home. Bedrooms are air conditioned.
The property also offers a new, very high end cottage as as separate rental. We will list it with VRBO once furnishings are complete and we have photos. It has a master BR with a queen Murphy bed, an adjoining room with a double bed, an exquisite kitchen with a luxury dining "island" and in unit full laundry. Awesome views of the river. Fully air conditioned.
Summer regional promotions provide a lot of entertaining options including music festivals, rodeos and farmers markets. Early August means that for two or three weeks there are world famous Flathead Lake Cherries for purchase from any of a number of roadside stands. Shop the Ferndale Market just minutes away --- a complete outdoors outfitter. Winter means cross country skiing, snowmobiling and all recreational activities that are this area's winter wonderland.
Montana means Nature. The experience will refresh your soul and spirit. Please check out our reviews to hear what our guests have to say.
If you like to fly fish, this is your place. Enjoy world class fly fishing right out the back door for prized Rainbow trout. From the deck, the hot tub, fire pit or hammock, your family and friends can watch eagles and ospreys fish the river with you. Geese and ducks are plentiful in Swan River's cool, sparkling babbling water with deer and wild turkeys sometimes visiting the front yard.
Float down the Swan River on inflatable rafts and tubes provided plus get some exercise on the four adult 21 speed mountain bikes, Play croquet and enjoy other fun outdoor games to promote family memories.
Quiet and tranquil, this home is a perfect base for day trips to explore all that Montana has to offer. The artist village of Bigfork is close with galleries, restaurants, breweries, shopping, golf, live theater, horseback riding and tours on Flathead Lake. Water recreational sports like whitewater rafting, diving, sailing and boating means there is something for everyone close by for every member of the family.
Glacier National Park, arguably one of our most scenic national parks, is less than an hour away. Also nearby are Crane Mountain and Jewel Basin, popular for hiking and spectacular scenery. The Bob Marshall Wilderness, a little farther away, with day or overnight pack trips into pristine wilderness.
The home features a king bed in a huge, separate master suite with walk in closet that sports oversized tub and cedar sauna. Queen beds are in the second bedroom and the spacious loft. The gourmet kitchen has hardwood cabinetry and granite counter tops and is fully equipped with everything a chef requires. Expansive floor plan provides spectacular water and wilderness views from every room. A bonus family entertainment room has a high ceiling open to the loft and a wood burning pot belly stove with big screen TV. The living room offers a gas fireplace overlooking the yard, river and forest. Linens and towels are provided in this immaculate and clean home. Bedrooms are air conditioned.
The property also offers a new, very high end cottage as as separate rental. We will list it with VRBO once furnishings are complete and we have photos. It has a master BR with a queen Murphy bed, an adjoining room with a double bed, an exquisite kitchen with a luxury dining "island" and in unit full laundry. Awesome views of the river. Fully air conditioned.
Summer regional promotions provide a lot of entertaining options including music festivals, rodeos and farmers markets. Early August means that for two or three weeks there are world famous Flathead Lake Cherries for purchase from any of a number of roadside stands. Shop the Ferndale Market just minutes away --- a complete outdoors outfitter. Winter means cross country skiing, snowmobiling and all recreational activities that are this area's winter wonderland.
Montana means Nature. The experience will refresh your soul and spirit. Please check out our reviews to hear what our guests have to say.
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Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Cats & number of pets to be approved by Host
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the area
Bigfork
Located in Bigfork, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flathead Lake and Wayfarers State Park, while Riecke's Bayside Gallery and Bigfork Summer Playhouse are cultural highlights. Eva Gates Homemade Preserves and Kehoe's Agate Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bigfork, MT
What's nearby
- Echo Lake - 13 min drive - 18.7 km
- Wayfarers State Park - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
- Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
- Swan Lake Boat Launch - 15 min drive - 22.0 km
- Flathead River - 15 min drive - 24.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Echo Lake Cafe - 11 min drive
- A Bar - 6 min drive
- Flathead Lake Brewing Company - 15 min drive
- The Eatery At Bigfork - 16 min drive
- Split Rock Restaurant - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
timothy D.
7 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
timothy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
John W.
12 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for R&R
John W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
cynthia w.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sheer Bliss
cynthia w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
sharon s.
6 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake County
sharon s.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
1 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to go back!
Heather D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tatiana L.
1 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of Heaven
Tatiana L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kit B.
19 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Runs Through It
Kit B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Scott E., Kansas City, USA
21 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than expected
Scott E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pat H.
1 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty and tranquility
Pat H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ron M., Saratoga, CA
24 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation in Big Sky country!
Ron M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melanie S.
15 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to Glacier National Park
Melanie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christy Q.
14 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful riverfront home
Christy Q.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matt C.
16 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Matt C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle N.
11 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay on Swan River
Michelle N.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brad B.
18 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Brad B.
10/10 Excellent
Anna R.
11 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the river
Anna R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
30 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will be back
Daniel M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Steve C.
9 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful house!
Steve C.
10/10 Excellent
Holomon N., Salt Lake City, UT USA
31 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat
Holomon N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Heidi H.
6 Jul, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guaranteed Relaxation
Heidi H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Wes C.
10 Jan, 2019
The house was great, location was great. And Bob was very accommodating.
Wes C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
shirley i.
9 Nov, 2018
beautiful, out of this world!!
shirley i.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
stephen a.
22 Sept, 2017
The River House is an awesome place to stay!
stephen a.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Neuman S.
15 Aug, 2017
Excellent Property - Sliker family 08/2017
Neuman S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
About the host
Hosted by Bob Hansen
Long time resident of Southern California I have spent much of the last three years in Big Fork with my daughter who has lived here for 6 years. I love the quietness, the natural beauty and the closeness to nature which is missing in city living. My purpose is to make opportunities for families to experience the beauty, awesomeness and order of nature. I will be making upgrades to the property and furnishings but these photos reflect the home as it is at this point in time!
Why they chose this property
The home is so comfortable and in an idyllic setting surrounded by the river, trees and wildlife. Yet close to town. A perfect base for exploring Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake and the galleries, shops and restaurants in Bigfork. Or relaxing, reading and watching the wonders of nature.
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