Flathead Lake Retreat ~ Come relax! Warm & inviting...Pristine Lakefront
About this house rental
Newly remodeled lakefront home just south of Lakeside, Montana on Flathead Lake! 150 ft of lakefront lawn, w/ pebble beach, hot tub and fire pit. Private setting on over half an acre. Come sit and relax with a cup of coffee on the deck (right on the water) and watch the hummingbirds! After that, the options are endless: take one of the paddleboards or kayaks out for a spin on our protected bay and beyond, or head off to explore magnificent Glacier National Park. Return home for a glass of wine in the hot tub on our peaceful bay...or make s'mores at your campfire- all right on the waterfront. We’ve designed the cabin to make the most of our stellar lake views. You’ll have views of the water from almost every room! An open floor plan, designer touches, custom woodwork, warm hues, and carefully carved out comfy seating areas lend themselves to entertaining, snuggling up with a good book, or playing games with the family. This project has been a labor of love for our family. Not your average wham bam remodel. We have taken every minuscule detail into account in order to provide guests with a sublime lakefront, Montana experience. We hope you can come and make some good memories at our little slice of heaven! The kitchen is the hub of the cabin with a large island and all new...well, everything. You'll have what you need to do as much or as little cooking as you prefer. The dining table looks out onto the water and seats 6 (plus 4 more at the island). The living room is a cozy space to unwind, with a gas fireplace and comfy sectional. My favorite spot is the sitting area with primo lake views and big comfy (my #1 adjective for describing the cabin, can you tell?) chairs…calling for you to sit and read a book with your beverage of choice. Comfort is paramount. Comfortable beds, seating, and even outdoor furniture. One of the bedrooms is on the main level, w/ luxury queen mattress, across from a bathroom with a shower. The second bedroom is tucked away on the lower level with a luxury king bed and peekaboo lake view. The bathroom on this level has a tub/shower. Also on the lower level is a family/tv room and bunk space. Sliding glass doors lead out to a small screened porch for bug-free dining and lounging. Firepit is right on the lakeshore. We provide s’mores makings for the campfire! Roast a marshmallow and stargaze. We’ll have more photos of the fire pit and other outdoor areas as soon as the weather improves here. We do have a small dock for your boat, but will warn you to put your prop up as you approach, as it’s a shallow parking spot. Our swimming beach is pebbly and wonderful. It’s pretty shallow, only about 4 feet at the deepest point, gently sloping and perfect for little swimmers and launching kayaks and paddle board. Our outdoor gear is all available to you. Kayaks, paddleboard, life jackets, and canoe. Lots of “comfy” outdoor seating up on the deck, on screened porch and down by the beach. You’ll love our peaceful bay! Our property borders Flathead Lutheran Camp, which owns hundreds of acres on and around the bay that is undeveloped, helping make this spot so peaceful. * Please, note: Flathead Lake is fed by melting snowpack. This means the water levels of the lake vary depending on the season. Water levels begin to recede in November and the melting snowpack begins to refill the lake in May. Water is back to full pool June- mid October (approximately.) Our quaint little town of Lakeside, just 4 miles to the north, has great options for coffee, breakfast, baked goods, casual and fine dining, and a grocery store. If you decide to venture up north, the picturesque little town of Whitefish boasts fun little shops and great dining. Whitefish Mountain Resort offers fun outdoor activities for all ages: zipline, alpine slides, gondola rides, mountain biking, huckleberry picking, and hiking. For all of the basics, Kalispell is a 20 minute drive away. Target, Costco, bigger grocery stores, library, etc. Bigfork, a pretty 30 minute drive around the top of Flathead Lake, is a cute village full of art shops, local theatre, and great dining options. Last but not least, Glacier National Park is a must-see. It is difficult to describe how stunning and awe inspiring it is...if you've never been, you'll have to make the one hour drive to see it for yourself. So much to explore. Spectacular hikes for all. We provide guidebooks. Stop at Eddie's for a scoop of huckleberry ice-cream on the shores of Lake McDonald. We look forward to sharing our little slice of heaven with you and hope you make some good memories! ~Jenna Note *Lake levels fluctuate- water in front of the house May-December, low water January-May *Its Montana! In winter months, rent/drive a car that handles well in snow/ice. 4WD preferable.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(63 Reviews)
5.0
Everything about this place is great. Location, cleanliness, amenities, recreation opportinities and more. Kayaked on the lake, fished, hot tubbed, roasted smores by the fire and enjoyed the local coffee shop in Lakeside.
5.0
It’s hard to be effusive enough about this house! Every detail was beautiful and well thought out. It’s in a fantastic location - very private and gorgeous. Jenna was extremely welcoming and helpful and the place was scrupulously clean. Next time we come to flathead lake, this will be our go-to place. Thanks for a wonderful stay!!
5.0
This home was just what we needed! It was in a quiet spot, perfect for kids to play outside and explore safely. The view was so relaxing and Jenna did a great job of maximizing every spot to enjoy it with a nice chair! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can’t say enough about Jenna’s hospitality. She went above and beyond when we got into a bind and was a great host. We hope to make it back and will definitely recommend to others! Thanks for an unforgettable stay!
5.0
This property is pristine, comfortable, well equipped, and beautiful in every way. I almost want to keep this as my best kept secret but it truly is worth sharing so others may enjoy too. The owner, Jenna, has thought out everything to make your stay comfortable, easy, and still feel like a luxury vacation. The location is best of the best, it's location on the lake is ideal, and it is private yet not isolated. The perfect lakeside stay.
5.0
Thank you so much for sharing this perfect family retreat! this last min getaway was the ideal time for my wife and me to decompress from the real world luckily we found the ideal place to do just that (but also has great wifi speed, cell service works, etc so it's not a forced withdrawal of all electronic screens lol) My family has been renting/leasing homes on flathead every summer for 15+ years, you don't see this caliber of chrasftsmenrship or find a nightly rental with the attention to detail as we saw here. Also Jenna the host was amazing and made you feel so welcome. Lastly, never did this home feel like a vacation rental it felt like a home and for a week it was our home. We are already planning our next trip to bring the kiddos out!
5.0
I cannot adequately describe how wonderful the Lakeside cabin is! Jenna has thought of every detail imaginable to make this a special retreat. We stayed for the week and enjoyed the perfect time of rest and relaxation. I have stayed in many vacation homes and this one is at the top of my list. Do yourself a favor, and experience perfection!!
5.0
We have the most amazing stay and can’t wait to come back in the summer. This was the cleanest most well stocked home we have ever stayed in. Jenna was quick and helpful and the home /location was just perfect !! Feeling very lucky to have got the chance to stay here.
5.0
We’ve been renting thru vrbo for many years. this is by far the best place we’ve stayed! very well stocked, details that provide extra comfort, such an easy process overall! Wonderful place to stay. We hope to be back!
5.0
We absolutely loved staying at this home during our trip to Montana. This is hands down one of the best vacation rentals I’ve experienced. The decor was beautiful, the kitchen was top notch, beds were extremely comfortable and the layout with two floors both with fabulous lake views allowed for plenty of space for rest and relaxation. The amenities that came with the thoughtfully decorated home were above and beyond from the welcome basket of goodies, Kayaks and paddle boards, hot tub, fire pit with complimentary s’more making ingredients, chairs by the lake down to the heated bathroom floor and shower products. Everything was so comfortable - beds, couch, chairs, etc. Jenna was so great to communicate with and very accommodating considering our reservation requests was last minute. Loved looking at the book with before and after renovation picture. Truly appreciate the love and thoughtfulness put into the cabin renovation. Boy, is it AMAZING!
5.0
If you are able, splurge on this fantastic rental. We found it difficult to leave the property and do anything else - it was that wonderful. If you're inside the views are amazing, if outside, even more amazing. We enjoyed the peace and quiet in such beautiful surroundings. The home has everything you need for your stay, and then some. Sitting lakeside, taking a dip in the cool water, kayaking, paddleboarding, wildlife watching - we loved it!
5.0
Definitely exceeded our expectations. It is a beautiful home on one of the best lakes in America. Jenna was helpful and a great host.
Chris
5.0
Flathead Dream
Everything was perfect.
5.0
Perfect Flathead Getaway !
We just loved it. Everything was perfect!
5.0
Great Flathead Lake Vacation
We had a great week on Flathead lake and also exploring the outdoor activities around the area. The house itself is very high quality and the location is so relaxing, with direct access to the water. And there is so much to do in the surrounding area whether it is boating, hiking, whitewater rafting or exploring the amazing Glacier National Park.
5.0
This vacation rental has been by far the best ever & we’ve literally rented all over the world! Host had every detail thought through before our arrival! This was the perfect balance of a vacation rental & your own home! Plenty of space, GORGEOUS VIEWS, incredibly well stocked amenities, great location, etc! We can’t wait to come back again! Host was an incredible communicator!!
5.0
The BEST vacation home EVER!
This vacation rental has been by far the best ever & we’ve literally rented all over the world! Host had every detail thought through before our arrival! This was the perfect balance of a vacation rental & your own home! Plenty of space, GORGEOUS VIEWS, incredibly well stocked amenities, great location, etc! We can’t wait to come back again! Host was an incredible communicator!!
5.0
Gorgeous, comfortable and cozy
Great spot on the lake. We were there in the winter, so didn't take advantage of the outdoors, but the hot tub was a welcome retreat.
Cabin is well stocked for cooking, toiletries and everything we needed. Comfortable beds and ample space for us to move around with our group considering we spent most of our time indoors.
Definitely recommend any time of year. I saw the kayaks and paddle boards which make me want to return for the summer! ;)
5.0
My husband and I were seeking a cozy, quiet retreat and we found just that! We enjoyed the quiet, the sunrise, the migrating birds, the peacefulness, the beautiful views and the coziness. It truly was an amazing stay, thank you to Jenna and family for opening their home for others to experience.
5.0
We enjoyed the peacefulness and serenity of this beautiful home. Waking up with the view of the lake and relaxing in the hot tub was wonderful.
5.0
Weekend Getaway
We enjoyed the peacefulness and serenity of this beautiful home. Waking up with the view of the lake and relaxing in the hot tub was wonderful.
5.0
Amazing R&R
My husband and I were seeking a cozy, quiet retreat and we found just that! We enjoyed the quiet, the sunrise, the migrating birds, the peacefulness, the beautiful views and the coziness. It truly was an amazing stay, thank you to Jenna and family for opening their home for others to experience.
5.0
SWEET!
Very clean and very professional, quite obvious an awesome team is behind this business. Location was superb. The fully equipped kitchen allowed us to make awesome gourmet meals while we were there.
Thanks,
J & Y
5.0
This was our second time staying here. We had a wonderful time again! They set the gold standard for vacation rental. From the location to the communication to the little touches around the house, everything was well thought out. They provided so many extras to make our stay as relaxing as possible - above and beyond my expectations. We can’t wait to come back!!
5.0
Amazing vacation!
This was our second time staying here. We had a wonderful time again! They set the gold standard for vacation rental. From the location to the communication to the little touches around the house, everything was well thought out. They provided so many extras to make our stay as relaxing as possible - above and beyond my expectations. We can’t wait to come back!!
5.0
The lake house is very comfortable, well equipped and with beautiful views. Jenna made it very welcoming with fresh beans for our morning coffee and snack basket. Great location! Everything about the trip was easy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful lake house!
5.0
Girls getaway!
The lake house is very comfortable, well equipped and with beautiful views. Jenna made it very welcoming with fresh beans for our morning coffee and snack basket. Great location! Everything about the trip was easy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful lake house!
5.0
My family and I had a fantastic time at this truly remarkable property. Whether you want a day of relaxation on Flathead Lake or an adventure at Glacier National Park, this property has everything you need. Hopefully we will be able to return again soon.
5.0
Cabin was very well stocked with everything you needed plus more! It was clean and well taken care of with a great layout of rooms and bathrooms. So much thought and care went into the vacationers experience. Lake front doesn't get any better with the views, calm waters, and private beach and dock areas. The water toys were numerous and in great condition.
5.0
Easy, relaxing, and beautiful
Cabin was very well stocked with everything you needed plus more! It was clean and well taken care of with a great layout of rooms and bathrooms. So much thought and care went into the vacationers experience. Lake front doesn't get any better with the views, calm waters, and private beach and dock areas. The water toys were numerous and in great condition.
5.0
We loved our stay. Thank you for everything
5.0
Wonderful Property!
My family and I had a fantastic time at this truly remarkable property. Whether you want a day of relaxation on Flathead Lake or an adventure at Glacier National Park, this property has everything you need. Hopefully we will be able to return again soon.
5.0
Wonderful
We loved our stay. Thank you for everything
5.0
It’s a beautiful property located right on a bay of Flathead Lake! Although it was early spring and the lake level was low we still enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boats daily. We lucked out with warm weather and clear skies. The owners are very friendly and only a text or call away if we had any questions. The kids enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, and lake just steps out the back door. The property has everything we needed to enjoy our time in the mountains. From the basics in the kitchen-dishwasher, gas stove, oven, microwave, to the tv and free WiFi. The whole house is beautiful and fully stocked with towels, bedding, and cozy blankets. Very clean and very well designed. We can’t wait to plan a trip back-hopefully in the summer!
5.0
Early Spring Get Away
It’s a beautiful property located right on a bay of Flathead Lake! Although it was early spring and the lake level was low we still enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boats daily. We lucked out with warm weather and clear skies. The owners are very friendly and only a text or call away if we had any questions. The kids enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, and lake just steps out the back door. The property has everything we needed to enjoy our time in the mountains. From the basics in the kitchen-dishwasher, gas stove, oven, microwave, to the tv and free WiFi. The whole house is beautiful and fully stocked with towels, bedding, and cozy blankets. Very clean and very well designed. We can’t wait to plan a trip back-hopefully in the summer! 😎
5.0
Thoroughly enjoyed this 5 day retreat with my husband!! Owners were so nice and helpful! Great state of the art kitchen/laundry and Bullfrog Hot Tub! Would love to return some day!
5.0
Sweet Serenity
Thoroughly enjoyed this 5 day retreat with my husband!! Owners were so nice and helpful! Great state of the art kitchen/laundry and Bullfrog Hot Tub! Would love to return some day!
5.0
Great property
Jenna’s communication was spot on which was an added bonus to a great house in a beautiful location. The house is well equipped with anything you need. We will be back.
5.0
Peaceful and cozy
My family had a great experience at Jenna's VRBO! The setting is very peaceful! The kids enjoyed the bunks the hot tub and the loft. The heated floors in the bathroom were so nice. I really enjoyed the fact that Jenna provided everything we could possibly need! Everything is so well organized. I also enjoyed looking at the cabin remodel photo book! Thank you for sharing your cozy beautiful warm cabin with us!
5.0
The Flathead Lakeside Retreat property is just that... a beautiful home with amazing craftsmanship and thoughtful additions throughout to make the stay very comfortable and feel like home. We really enjoyed and appreciated all the ways to make coffee/espresso, beautiful views from the large windows, open and well equipped kitchen and those bathroom heated floors are amazing!A short hour drive took us to Glacier National Park for some snowy walks and then ventured over to Whitefish for some walking, coffee, and some shopping. We also went to the Tamarack Brewing Company for Lunch and a beer that was within 10 minutes from the house.Back at the house the beds, throw blankets, chairs, and everything at the house are all very comfortable and make you just want to stay there and enjoy the house. Beautiful fire pit right down near the water as well as the hot tub. Our kids loved all the "options" for them to sleep in kid friendly beds and areas and also appreciate some of the kids books and toys that where available as well.The owners are very quick to respond to any questions or requests and had a bottle opener to us within 5 minutes from asking where one may be.We will for sure be back to enjoy this property again, do not hesitate to book this property you will be so glad you did from the second you walk through the door.
5.0
Wonderful & Relaxing Long Weekend on the Lake and in the Mountains!
The Flathead Lakeside Retreat property is just that... a beautiful home with amazing craftsmanship and thoughtful additions throughout to make the stay very comfortable and feel like home. We really enjoyed and appreciated all the ways to make coffee/espresso, beautiful views from the large windows, open and well equipped kitchen and those bathroom heated floors are amazing!
A short hour drive took us to Glacier National Park for some snowy walks and then ventured over to Whitefish for some walking, coffee, and some shopping. We also went to the Tamarack Brewing Company for Lunch and a beer that was within 10 minutes from the house.
Back at the house the beds, throw blankets, chairs, and everything at the house are all very comfortable and make you just want to stay there and enjoy the house. Beautiful fire pit right down near the water as well as the hot tub. Our kids loved all the "options" for them to sleep in kid friendly beds and areas and also appreciate some of the kids books and toys that where available as well.
The owners are very quick to respond to any questions or requests and had a bottle opener to us within 5 minutes from asking where one may be.
We will for sure be back to enjoy this property again, do not hesitate to book this property you will be so glad you did from the second you walk through the door.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Flathead Lake?
The average price for a rental in Flathead Lake is $275 per night. This rental is $511 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Flathead Lake Retreat ~ Come relax! Warm & inviting...Pristine Lakefront. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Flathead Lake Retreat ~ Come relax! Warm & inviting...Pristine Lakefront. Enjoy the water!
Is Flathead Lake Retreat ~ Come relax! Warm & inviting...Pristine Lakefront pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Flathead Lake Retreat ~ Come relax! Warm & inviting...Pristine Lakefront?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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