Entire cabin

Middle Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat

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Exterior
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Middle Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat

Take the road less traveled. A short distance on a winding, dirt road through the woods will take you to this quiet, secluded destination. This little get-away is nestled in the heart of the woods, yet is only 10 miles from West Glacier, Montana - the entrance to Glacier National Park.

The Flathead River here in northwest Montana is designated as a “Wild and Scenic River” and includes the North Fork, Middle Fork and South Fork - the names of the three vacation units available in this triplex cabin. With three private units, this is a great option for group travelers wanting to be together and yet still have their own space, or can be utilized singularly and privately. There are two 6” thick walls and two dead-bolting doors separating each unit.

With the quiet woods all around, this is a great place to unwind and settle in.

Property manager

OwnerRez CRM

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

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

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Columbia Falls, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead Lake Winery - 11 min drive
  • Bob Marshall Wilderness Ranch of Montana - 11 min drive
  • Amazing Fun Center - 16 min drive
  • Glacier National Park - 20 min drive
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 19 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Raven Winery - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪South Fork Saloon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Stonefly Lounge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪West Glacier Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dew Drop Inn - ‬15 min drive

Middle Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri R., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Relaxing
The trees out the back were amazing! Loved it John! Loved the tea and coffee and spices! The location to the GNP was perfect! got there 8:00 am and no line to get in but parking near visitor center was full near Logan Hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Location for Accessing Glacier National Park!
This was a perfect home base for our family of four during our visit Glacier National Park. Half way between the West Glacier entrance and food offerings in Columbia Falls made for an ideal location. The property was spotless and we had no noise issue with the separate rentals on either side (shared wall). Kitchen was well equipped. Of note: adults and tweens had to crawl to move around the lofted second sleeping area. Our kids thought it was fun, but I feel like the lowness of the ceiling is important to fully appreciate!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotted Bear Retreat
We enjoyed our stay at the spacious, comfortable Mid X Spotted Bear Retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, Convenient Cabin near Glacier
We really enjoyed our summer stay at this property. The location is convenient to the west entrance of Glacier National Park, and also to grocery stores and shopping around Columbia Falls. And yet, the house is secluded in the woods and you feel off the beaten path. The house itself was very clean and comfortable, had what we needed for making meals, and has a little covered patio facing the woods to relax outside. John was great with communication - we'd love to come back here someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet spot tucked back in the woods.
Location is perfect for those wanting the quiet peace of the woods nearby. House was very well maintained and clean. Ample space and kids enjoyed the “change of pace” low ceiling loft space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great area, well situated near the park with amazing opportunity to stargaze. The checkin was a bit confusing as I don’t normally check my email and go to the VRBO for checkin instructions but we figured it out pretty quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley F., Whitman

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We had an amazing stay and would 100% stay again! Everything was clean and it was in a perfect location for trips to Glacier National Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for Glacier
No complaints whatsoever. There are 2 attached units on each side but had no noise or any related issues with them. Located about midway between Columbia falls and the park so great location but way off the main roads.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis M., Asheville, NC/United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for Glacier National Park Visit
We were pleased with our stay. The owners lived on the property in an adjacent building and were very pleasant and helped us with trash pickup. Everything was clean and comfortable, and the place felt very new. Our kids, ages 8 and 12, loved the upstairs loft with its low ceilings. We were about 20 minutes to the Glacier NP Apgar Visitor Center, which is in the Southwest corner of the park. Although the apartment had a large closet in the main bedroom, there wasn't a hanging bar for clothes yet. I'm sure this is on the owner's to-do list, as the unit was brand new at the time of our visit. There was also only one TV in the living room. I'm not sure if that will later be adjusted but it would be nice if the master bedroom had at least a small Roku TV for streaming. Also, there were no lamps yet in the master bedroom. The kitchen was well equipped but there wasn't a dishwasher. Other than these very minor items, the place was really great. I would recommend to anyone travelling to Glacier NP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Julia j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shared unit
We stayed in the larger center unit and had renters on either side. This posed no issues for us, though and our unit was a nice surprise as it was very spacious and clean. We didn’t do any cooking, but the kitchen had all the essentials and then some. About 20 minutes into town, but would def stay again. Sunflower cafe was also a nice surprise- inside Glacier campground (limited hours/days, but great breakfast and lunch).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly, Minneapolis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Middle Fork of Bear Retreat was one of the best places our family of four has ever stayed. They have thought of every little touch! The space was very large and gave us plenty of room. The bedding and towels were superb, comfy couch and sitting area. A large table from which to eat - a brand new spice rack for our use and beverages for our enjoyment in the fridge. The master bedroom had a massive and very comfortable bed. There was a washer and dryer available if needed with laundry soap as well. There were so many little touches that made it special. We really appreciate the thoughtfulness that went in to making this place a home away from home. Communication with the host was great. There was easy parking out front and a very clean grill for our use as well. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for something quiet, clean, big and very well cared for. We really enjoyed our time. Thank you!