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Magical Waterfront Family Retreat!

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Nestled along the picturesque Flathead River, this private country home offers an ultimate retreat. With its open floor plan, game room, and outdoor entertaining space with a hot tub and fire pit, you'll feel right at home. The two cozy sleeping cabins have amazing views of the river and are perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 201800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magical Waterfront Family Retreat!

Enjoy stunning sunrise and sunset views with 175 ft of private Flathead River frontage and access to Flathead Lake. This perfect vacation spot features a modern home with a game room, charming cabana (both with full kitchens), and two queen sleeping cabins. Outdoor fun includes a huge yard, volleyball, horseshoes, hot tub, canoe, kayaks, grill, and seating. Private dock with boat moorage and full RV hookup available. The ideal spot for families, reunions, and groups. Max 20 guests.

House is air conditioned with 1 king suite, comfy couch bed and a small loft with full size mattress, second bath/ laundry and large game room with pool table and additional sleeping couch. Two newly remodeled sleeping cabins make up the additional `bedrooms`. Both with queen beds and amazing views down by the water. They are not attached to house and have electricity however no running water or air conditioning in them. There is an additional shower house and laundry which makes up the fourth bathroom and stand up shower. The Cabana is airconditioned, newly remodeled and very charming. Cabana has one queen bedroom, full size bath with stand up shower , full kitchen and living room with additional super comphy queen size murphy bed in a cabinet. Keep your boat tied to the dock or pull it out, property is right next door to quiet rural boat launch. Jump in your boat and head 10 min south to Flathead Lake and Bigfork or cruise nearly all the way to Kalispell on the river taking in all the amazing views you couldn`t see any other way. Centrally located to Glacier National Park, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Big Sky Water Slides, 8 golf courses, shopping, sightseeing, swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, rafting, hiking, zip lining, horseback riding, bowling and more! Home and Cabana are equipped with `starter supplies` such as paper and cleaning products, linens, and towels. We will not be restocking those items during your stay. Both kitchens come with standard amenities, coffee maker, and utensils. Should you need more specific items please do not hesitate to ask and we will supply them if possible. This property is equipped with WIFI for your convenience. The property is great for kids but the shoreline is not fenced and the use of the viewing deck is to be used at parents discretion.
Perfect spot for friends, family camp/reunion
Some well behaved pets considered on a case by case basis with additional cleaning and deposit required.
No Smoking inside any structures.
Property is located close to the picturesque and charming town of Bigfork, home to world class art galleries, live theatre, unique shops, fine restaurants and 27 hole golf course can all be found in this quaint town with a western setting. Near Bob Marshall and the Swan wilderness areas are full of wildlife and offer endless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Thanks for looking!
Book your wonderful and charming Montana vacation today!

Guests have full access to yard and dock. Welcome to use Kayaks, life jackets, fire pit, lawn chairs, dock, volleyball net, cornhole, and other outdoor games.

Happy to be of help in any way, best to call or text

Peaceful country setting with plenty of room.

Best to rent a car

A quiet time after 10 pm to 8 am needs to be observed. Be respectful to neighbors at all times.
Must be at least 25 yrs old to rent. A respectful quiet time needs to be observed after 10 and before 8 . No driving on the yard. Gatherings only allowed with permission. Note: If damage exceeds damage deposit coverage, `Guest` will be personally responsible for any and all additional cost. Outdoor games, chairs, lifejackets are available for use however if not stored properly and allowed to blow away or be damaged the cost of replacement will be deducted from deposit. If not checked out on time or there is excessive cleaning guest may be charged additional cleaning fees.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking in any structures

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must be at least 25 yrs old to rent. A respectful quiet time needs to be observed after 10 and before 8 . No driving on the yard.
Note: If damage exceeds damage deposit coverage, "Guest" will be personally responsible for any and all additional costs.
Life jackets, outdoor seating, games and kayaks are provided if not properly stored or allowed to blow away cost will be deducted from deposit

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Property is not fenced and waterfront.

Events

No events allowed
More than 20 need permission

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in any structures

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: More than 20 need permission
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Magical Waterfront Family Retreat Kalispell
Magical Waterfront Family Retreat Private vacation home
443775

About the neighborhood

Map
Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead River - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Echo Lake - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Kehoe's Agate Shop - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Eagle Bend Golf Club - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Echo Lake Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dels - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Florence Coffee Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Growlers Bar, Grille and Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Flathead Lake Brewing Company - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Waterfront Family Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magical Waterfront Family Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Waterfront Family Retreat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical Waterfront Family Retreat! located?

This family-friendly Bigfork vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Flathead River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kehoe's Agate Shop and Eva Gates Homemade Preserves. Flathead Lake and Echo Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Magical Waterfront Family Retreat! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay. Amenities were great, the location great, the scenery was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a great place to stay. Lots of options for entertainment. Everyone had something to do. We rented a couple waverunners from a local company. That was super fun! The pool/billiard room was great! The hot tub was wonderful! All the sleeping arrangements accommodations were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysia d.

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

Perfect Family get away

Property is perfect for large families that like to be together but with a little privacy. Kids kept busy with all the extras provided, canoes, cornhole, volleyball, pool, etc. Beautiful setting and well taken care of, we’d come back to the same place in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Spokane Valley, WA

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

North Flathead River Vacation

Property and entertainment awesome Floating dock was great! Entire group loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Godot A.

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

Family gathering

Great space, well maintained and clean. Very responsive management. Beautiful setting and lots to do without even leaving the compound.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable spot on the river

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this property. The cabins are nice and well-appointed. The beds are comfortable. The kids enjoyed the games, both inside and out. The location is easy to access both Flathead Lake and activities up by Glacier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Candace A.

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

Nice compound on the Flathead River near where it enters the lake.

This property worked great for our family. We stayed for a week and used the property as a base for visiting Glacier National Park, Whitefish, Kalispell and Bigfork. We swam off the dock and floated in tubes. The grounds were expansive and suitable for family games and activities. We enjoyed having coffee on the patios in the morning. The only problem we encountered was the neighbor constantly reporting on us to the property owner. Once all of us left in our vehicles, except one person. That individual observed the neighbor coming onto the property and snooping around, making that person very uncomfortable. Additionally, the neighbors appeared to mow small sections of their lawn near the fence when we were outdoors and engage in other activities that gave the appearance they were spying on us. The property is great, the neighbors not so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Trisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great property right on the river. We really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROB R.

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

Flathead lake vacation

Wonderful place to stay!!! Great amenities, lots of room and beautiful grounds and dock. Definitely going back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. My kids, grandkids, my husband and I had a wonderful vacation that we will always remember. Plenty of space for all 18 of us, and the kids and grandkids had a great time using the kayaks. The VRBO was very well equipped with everything we needed. The host was very fast at communicating and very accommodating. Thanks, Tree, for such a great place and ensuring we had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Excellent place for family

Would recommend this property to large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori l.

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

Lems Wedding

The property was perfect for all of us to hang out for a week after our son's wedding. Firepit every night and fishing right off dock every day. We all had a blast!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall Good Stay

The cabana down by the water is great. We spent all of our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

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

Paradise

Everything about our stay was put pleasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean G.

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

Perfect Property

The property is amazing. Many options for large group. Plenty of bathrooms and we found it easy to feed 16 people. The property is right on the river with a great dock for swimming and kayaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Friends & Family Birthday Celebration

We had a wonderful stay at this amazing spot on Flathead River. The property is everything you could ask for and more. We had all ages in our group and fun was had by all! I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone and I hope to come back and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

John K.

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

Three Generations July 4th

Lots of fun summer activities. Nice lake and river access. Large grassy yard. Does not sleep more than 15. 5 actual beds, plus couches. We enjoyed s’mores at the fire pit. Girls used hot tub. Several played pool and games in game room. We stayed 5 nights in July and brought our boat. Kids wanted more time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Always something to do!

We played until the sun went down..at 10:30! Unbeknown to us, the river was a better location than the lake. it felt safer and calmer to get out and swim, paddle board or kayak. We did rent a boat for one day (they delivered) w a tube so adults could explore and kids could tube. The place was amazing for a large family!! The only thing I would correct about the listing is that it comfortably would sleep 14. We had a group of 13 and it worked great! We would return in a heartbeat, everyone loved it! I highly recommend! Also the communication w the property manager was very quick regarding response to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic place to stay, but worried about the neighbors

I celebrated by 50th birthday here with a group of 16 friends and family and the location is very beautiful on the water with magical sunsets. The yard and flowers are kept up well and the house was clean. The location near bigfork and Glacier National park worked well for us. We hiked, river rafted, went horse back riding and enjoyed the local surroundings. Communication with the property managers was quick and they responded to concerns about the sink and garbage disposal immediately. We had an amazing time. I would say its a bit tight sleeping 16 people here. For those sleeping in the loft, couch and game room there was less privacy, and no doors. Also, the site says there are 9 beds but there are really only 8, as one is an couch that does not fold out into a bed. This is fine for younger kids, but not really for an adult. Also, the neighbors dont like any noise. We were gone most of the time enjoying nature, but they asked us to be more quiet (9pm on a Friday) when we were playing soccer out on the lawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great for Small Events

This is a beautiful property. The owners have done an amazing job making sure there are plenty of supplies, appliances, games, Bedding, and more. The layout is perfect for 4 couples or a few families. There are no bunk beds or extra beds outside a few couches, so we had to buy 8 air mattresses to accommodate our group of 20, but that is to be expected with a large group. I just love that we didn't have to run to the store for all the necessities. Everything was provided and abundant! The fire pit, boat dock, huge lawn, grills, chairs, and games made this place a top future family destination. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Clifford L., Kalispell, MT United States

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

Family Reunion

Reserved this property for a small sibling family reunion. Having a Flathead County boat launch next door and use of the dock for my boat was great. There were enough activities to keep all the cousins occupied, and the adults as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colter M.

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

Perfect Getaway

This was the perfect place for our family and friends to stay during wedding week! Absolutely beautiful!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S., United States

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

Excellent property and close to just about anything you want to do in the area.

We had a group of 8 family members and had a wonderful time. We visited the town of big fork, whitefish and Kalispel on our trip. We also spent a day on flathead lake. Just a great spot to reach a lot of places very quickly. Very remote area once you are there. The only thing that was a minor nuisance was the public boat launch next door. Most of the time, you didn’t notice. We had a little partying happening on Saturday during our stay. Nothing too disruptive but with noting for others. 9/10 stars in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean P., Meridian, Idaho

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

Excellent Property on the Flathead River

This was a great property for our four families. Plenty to keep all the kids occupied while the parents relaxed. The boat dock was great and just a quick ten minute boat ride to the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Great family retreat

We had a wonderful time staying with family on the lake. We had everything we needed, just wished foe more time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022