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Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Whitefish, MT
  • Skyles Lake
    11 min drive
  • The Whitefish Trail - Lion Mountain Trailhead
    15 min drive
  • Bootjack Lake
    15 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    28 min drive

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About the area

Whitefish

Located in Whitefish, this cabin is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Skyles Lake and The Whitefish Trail - Lion Mountain Trailhead. .This family-friendly cabin is 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Bootjack Lake.

What's nearby

  • The Whitefish Trail - Lion Mountain Trailhead - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Whitefish Lake Golf Club - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Whitefish Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Stumptown Ice Den - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 31 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Whitefish Depot - 19 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midway Tavern - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Logan's Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Whitefish Lake Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Montana Coffee Traders - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Den - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access

The Guest House/Cabin is fully equipped to be your home away from home! Located on 12 acres overlooking a 3 acre lake with mountain views, the spacious cabin has many amazing features packed into its 1000 square feet! Our lakefront Guest House/Cabin is perfect for a couple's getaway, a family fun vacation skiing or hiking or a visit to Glacier National Park. Enjoy the fresh mountain air with a view of the surrounding mountains and local wildlife on the covered porch with your morning coffee. Take a hike down to the lake to swim, catch a fish or kayak. Enjoy the night sky which is perfect for star gazing. It will not disappoint!

Our single family Guest House/ Cabin was featured in COUNTRY'S BEST CABINS magazine(2013) and in COZY CABINS & COTTAGES magazine(2018). You may view the article under "pictures". Our Guest House/Cabin was also featured in the movie “Cowboys” starring Steve Zahn(won Best Actor in Tribeca Film Festival) and Ann Dowd (2020). Anna Kerrigan, the Director, won Best Screenplay. The movie can be viewed on YouTube and Amazon Prime Video. You can also view it through the iTunes Store.

The Guest House/Cabin, which is built out of wood from 1850 bank barns from Ohio, sits on 12 acres and is surrounded by Flathead National Forest and is close to the many outdoor adventures Whitefish and the surrounding area has to offer including skiing, golfing, water sports and exploring Glacier National Park. The Guest House/Cabin offers a private, secluded place to relax and retire after a long day of outdoor activities.

The Amenities

The interior is spacious and well-appointed with plenty of light and ceiling fans in every room, including the covered back porch. The chef’s kitchen is well stocked with everything you could possibly need including local coffee! We also provide laundry detergent and fabric softener so you can do your laundry if you so desire!

The open space living area with a well-equipped chef’s kitchen welcomes you to eat together as a family around the dining table, grab a snack while sitting at the island or to venture outside to have an outdoor barbecue on the covered back patio. We also provide a high chair for our little guests.

If you prefer not to venture far from the Guest House/Cabin, you can hike on the trail down to the three acre spring-fed lake with a private dock where you can enjoy swimming, fishing and kayaking. Fishing poles, a tackle box and two kayaks are provided along with paddles and life jackets for our guests.

Winters at the Guest House/Cabin offers additional activities. Without leaving the property, you can enjoy winter hikes and snow shoeing, ice fishing and ice skating on our lake and sledding. You may also see an occasional deer or fox in the snow! Return to the Guest House/Cabin following your winter activities to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa in front of a warm, cozy, crackling fire in the wood burning stove! You won’t be disappointed! We provide snow shoes and poles for our guests along with two sleds.

Winter outdoor adventures available in the area include skiing at Whitefish Mountain Resort which is minutes away from the Guest House/Cabin, dog sledding, riding fat tire bikes on the trails in the snow or snowmobiling. You can also take a horse-drawn sleigh ride at the local ranch!

Summer outdoor adventures available in the area include hiking or cycling the many surrounding trails, spending a day exploring, hiking or backpacking in Glacier National Park, fly fishing, paddle boarding or rafting on one of the many rivers or boating and paddle boarding on one of the many lakes. Whitefish and the surrounding area offer wineries, breweries and distilleries to explore. Whitefish Golf Course is just 15 minutes from the Guest House/Cabin where you can enjoy top-notch golf in beautiful surroundings. A local ranch near the cabin offers horseback riding.

After a day of adventures you can gather in the Guest House/Cabin's family room to read, watch a movie or play one of the many available board games provided. This comfy space includes a flatscreen Smart TV with streaming access and Hulu and Netflix. There is also a full size desk and chair in case you must work from "home". We have just recently upgraded our wifi to 40+Mbps!

A full bath with heated stone flooring and a tiled shower awaits you before you retire for the night. Aveda bath products are provided for your use.

The large bedroom includes a queen sized log bed and a sitting area to relax or read. There are blackout curtains to ensure the morning sun doesn't wake you too early! An American Leather queen sized sleeper sofa in the living room provides additional space for sleeping. We also provide a pack and play and a queen size air mattress for your convenience.

Guests will have access to the entire 1000 square foot Guest House/Cabin and access to a three acre spring fed stocked lake on our property. Also, free off road parking in the driveway for two vehicles with additional parking at the barn for any oversized vehicles.

Whitefish has been named the friendliest city by Expedia and has been featured in many travel magazines.

Take a scenic 9 mile drive into Whitefish and enjoy all Whitefish has to offer. Whitefish is home to an active art scene, featuring numerous galleries, theatre and music. If you enjoy shopping, Whitefish will not disappoint. Whitefish has many clothing, souvenir and antique shops for you to relish in. Whitefish is also home to some of the finest restaurants, breweries and distilleries in the Flathead Valley.

Whitefish Mountain Resort is a short 16 mile drive, minutes from the Guest House/Cabin and offers many summer and winter amenities. Glacier National Park is a 35-40 minute beautiful drive to the West entrance of the Park and the Going to the Sun Road where you can hike, bike, backpack or take a tour of the Park on one of the famous Red Jammers.

Winters at the Guest House/Cabin offer additional activities: ranger guided snow shoeing tours in Glacier National Park and the famous Whitefish Winter Carnival, which is held the beginning of February and was named by National Geographic(2012) as one of the “Top 10 Winter Carnivals in the World”.

Other activities close to the Guest House/Cabin include kayaking or paddle boarding on Whitefish Lake, kayaking or paddle boarding on the Whitefish River, hiking the Whitefish Trails, ATV, snowmobiling and dog sledding tours in Olney and horseback riding at Bar W Ranch.

With so many things to choose from, you may have to return!

We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we enjoy living here!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mikki Lukens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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 required for transportation to and from this property

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Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 71 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
I could live here! I travel a bunch and have yet to see a better-appointed renal home. The pantry was better stocked than my own and had everything we could have needed. The view into the valley was incredible, as was the drive in. The bed was fantastic!! I really appreciated having bear spray available, although we saw no bears. I hope to stay there again someday.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin stay
Very nice location. Awesome cabin with the coolest details. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Beautiful setting and get place to celebrate our 46th anniversary. Thank you for opportunity.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing.
This cabin is beautiful and cozy. While we were using it to take a break from the Glacier National Park area, you could absolutely stay here while you were visiting the park. The drive to the cabin is also stunning. Mikki and Bill have thought of literally everything to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. Communicatuon with Mikki was great, and there are notes throughout the cabin to give directions on how to use things. Do not hesitate to rent this wonderful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home away from home
We had a wonderful time at Mikki’s cabin! It was perfect for our week relaxing and exploring Whitefish and Glacier NP. The cabin was clean and very comfortable with all of the amenities we needed; it made the perfect place to come home to after long hikes and other adventures. It’s close enough to Whitefish to make going into town for dinner, or ice cream!, easy. And the drive from town is through one of the prettiest valleys I’ve ever seen! We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith M., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, Serene, Spectacular
Those three words really describe this beautiful "cabin in the woods". This was the first time that we had been to this part of Montana and this was the perfect place to stay for lots of reasons. It is not far from Glacier National Park, and it is very close to the town of Whitefish, which we found charming with lots of good places to eat. Mikki was a wonderful communicator from the start and she was ALWAYS available to answer questions and make good suggestions on things to do and places to eat. And it is the best equipped VRBO home that we have rented. Mikki has thought of everything! If you are looking at this property, rent it! You won't be disappointed. And when you are there, be sure to read the story in the magazine on the coffee table about what made Mikki and Bill want to retire in this area, and all of the planning that went into making this such an extraordinary cabin. It was obviously a real labor of love, and it is a true work of art! This is not just a property, it is a home, and that's exactly how it feels from the time you walk in the door!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitefish Cabin Getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience!
We have stayed at numerous properties in the area. This is our favorite. Clean. Quiet. It is ideally suited for a couple. Convenient to both Whitefish and Kalispell. The hosts are great. Everything as advertised, and more.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dusty T.

Liked: Cleanliness
My favorite!
Everything about this cabin was amazing! This was our 2nd stay because we liked it so much the first time. Michele did a great job hosting us and she is just a wonderful human being. I would highly recommend this property and we will be back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana W., Purcell, USS

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Paradise
Mikki & Bills cabin is absolutely perfect!! What a fabulous weekend for our anniversary getaway. The scenery is unbelievable & so secluded yet a short drive to town. Dog sledding close by & ordering door dash is perfect because you’ll never want to leave the cabin! Everything you could ever need. We can’t wait to return for a 3rd trip
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G., Waterloo, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Amazing cabin and location! Perfect setting outside of Whitefish. The cabin is as perfect as a cabin can get and the added touches of hospitality (local beer, Jam, candy, coffee) make it feel like home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason H., Milbank, SD

Liked: Cleanliness
Montana Cabin
What a great stay! My wife and I really enjoyed this beautiful property. Our peaceful evenings on the West facing patio we really nice. Definitely would visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great secluded cabin close to Whitefish.
Everything was so well thought-out and comfortable for our stay. Loved all the decor. Super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Winston-Salem

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Property
An amazing property and beautiful setting. We only regret that we had not been able to stay longer. Cabin is very tastefully done, and one of the best stocked we’ve stayed in. Miki was super responsive and helpful. This property is one of a kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great first visit to Montana
When you immediately feel at home in a vacation rental, you know you made a good choice. We spent 10 nights here and the cabin greatly added to our experience in seeing this area for first time. Owners are nearby and helpful if needed. We enjoyed the hike to the lake, the kayak and fishing. Whitefish is a short drive away for shopping and groceries. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip to Glacier
We loved coming home to this peaceful cabin each day. Close enough to Whitefish but also just far enough away :) Loved that the basics plus more were provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ellen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fairytale cabin in the woods and mountains!
We loved every thoughtful and welcoming detail of our stay in this charming oasis! Hope to be back some day. It was the perfect place to end our 12 day Teton-Yellowstone-Glacier trip, with sweet reflections on all that we love about this region. We stayed in wonderful and special places each step of the way, but the personal attention, thoughtful appointments, and welcoming touches made this one our fave! So grateful to end on a huckleberry jam sweet note! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We absolutely loved staying at this sweet little cabin, enjoyed seeing the wildlife, and the stunning views. Awesome location and the cabin was perfect! Thank you for giving us a little piece of Heaven.❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and perfect cabin
Listen to the reviews and book this cabin! It’s perfect and has so much character. The property is amazing. It is very close to town yet still feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. Enjoyed the porch views every hour of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Enjoyed our stay. Very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose F.

Liked: Cleanliness
cabin of our dreams
This is the most beautiful cabin, everything is high end, We fell in love with this amazing cabin the second we walked through the door, Bill and Michele made sure we were comfortable. Spoiled us with local treats, coffee, and beer. The cabin is spotless and we never wanted to leave. We even had a visit from their delightful Labradors, which made my day. We are hopeful to return one day. Thank you Lukens or sharing your slice of heaven.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P., Louisville KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!!!
There are not any word to describe this wonderful place. This place was the best of the best. The bathroom floors are even heated!!! Thanks so much Michelle!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maranda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway
My husband and I wanted to get away for my birthday and this property was perfect: close enough to town that we could go in for dinner but far enough away that we were really able to disconnect and relax. From espresso in the morning to playing cards on the covered porch while it rained to afternoon walks to the pond…it was everything we wanted and more. Great hosts. Great property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loree P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for sharing your dream.
We love Montana and this is one places we would love to see again. Thank you Bill & Mikki 💛
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022