House in Babb, MT

Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk

Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk

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Property grounds
A chilly day at Duck Lake....
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen

Overview of Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Babb, MT
  • Popular LocationSt. Mary Lake19 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Mary Visitor Center20 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaterton Lakes National Park38 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

#3 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk

Our Duck Lake home is a family-friendly, warm and inviting three bedroom (plus 3 more downstairs!) hideaway with all the comforts of home. We (Don and Irene) bought our lake-front lot several years ago as a place to park a camper and enjoy this lovely area alone or with our children and grandchildren. We loved the view from this lot (the lake to the east, & Glacier Park & Chief Mountain on the west), the neighbors (many professionals from all over the northwest), the fishing ( Duck Lake is one of Montana's premier trout-fishing lakes!), and world class magnificent scenery (Glacier National Park with all of its' outdoor activities) that feeds the soul. God's handiwork and His incomparable creative genius is so evident to us that it is hard to imagine not being totally in awe of this Creator of the wonderful universe! And you can enjoy this paradise without the long lines, and hustle and bustle of crowds of people! We decided to build, then found a nice home to move onto a styrofoam-formed daylight basement on our large lot. The large master bedroom has a king-sized bed, and private bath. This bedroom has a lake view. Bedroom #2 has a four-poster queen bed literally 'fit for a queen'. Bedroom #3 is our "kid's room & features a bunk bed with a full bed on the bottom and a single on the top. Children's books and family games are stored in the dresser there. In the closet there is a single 'taco' bed, and a port-a-cribs. An air mattress (provided) could be used in the living room. A full main bath (with heated tile floor) has a tub and shower, large living room, dining room, and full kitchen complete the main floor. A small laundry area with washer and dryer is next to the kitchen. The walk-out, daylight basement is close to being totally finished (but now very functional), adding three more bedrooms, (1 king bed, and 3 queen beds), a bathroom with a shower, and a family room with a queen hide-a-bed, and a "game" area with a round table and chairs.
As all the homes in this beautiful area, we get our water from a well. And as all the homes in the area, the water has a high iron content. A water conditioner, iron filters, and a whole house water filter have been installed, but there is a slight iron smell detectable. This water has been tested by a state-approved lab and is safe for drinking. The septic is a holding tank that must be pumped--so water conservation is appreciated.
Large windows in every room brings the outdoors 'in'. There is a lovely deck on the lakeside accessible from the dining room on the main floor. Another large deck cantilevers the lake shore by the garage area! A gas grill, a charcoal grill and table and chairs is available there. This is a historic deck--having been "rescued" --re-purposed---from a remodeling project at Yellowstone Park. It graced the front of the Old Faithful lodge for many years. It is fun to think about the thousands of pairs of feet from all across the world that strolled, skipped, or ran across its planks! Watching the sun come up with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate on the deck overlooking the lake couldn't get any better! It is also not uncommon to see wildlife stroll or run across the yard, and certainly always lots of water fowl on the lake, as well as large trout jumping. A word of caution, however. Grizzly & other bears have been sighted not far from our place. Be bear aware!! (Bear spray in cabinet above clothes dryer) Cows and horses roam this area as well, and a few friendly neighborhood dogs. This is rural Montana, where livestock and wildlife outnumber people!
We also have a small area between the house and the lake that is set up with a small fire pit and chairs, and some rustic seating logs where you can build a fire, roast hot dogs, or marshmallows (s'mores! Mm, mm!) get out the guitar and sing "Home on the Range", "How Great Thou Art" or any other tune at the top of your lungs if you should choose to. Neighbors would smile, or maybe even sing with you!
The iron pickets in the front fence were salvaged from the recent construction of the new East Glacier bridge. We love the historic touches to our place! The downstairs king bedroom furniture comes from the Copper King Mansion in Butte, Mt.
Our garage is still full of construction materials, but a full curved driveway makes room-a-plenty for parking vehicles and/or boats, and there is space to park in the front by the road.. A 'roll out' boat dock is available for our lot's lake access. Glacier National Park is about 15 minutes away. Hiking into pristine mountain areas with roaring waterfalls, snowy banks, nonchalant wild game, majestic trees and beautiful delicate flowers is an experience of a lifetime! Seasonal restaurants, small shops, as well as St. Mary's Lake and other attractions are close by as well. Bring warm clothing if you decide to go over the famous 'Going to the Sun' highway, ( a 'must see')! Snow, icy waterfalls and wild flowers, and wild life plus PEOPLE do co-exist nicely here!
We pray that all who come and stay sense the peace we feel when we and friends and family have enjoyed our Duck Lake home. We welcome you to "Big Sky Country", and know you will fall in love with the views and friendly neighbors you will meet.

Property manager

Irene Martin

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Watch & keep kids safe around the water & wildlife

Events

No events allowed
Please be considerate of neighbors.

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in house, please.
Wear provided life preservers around lake.
Do not place bagged trash/garbage outside. Bears & other wildlife pass through the lot.
More than 10 guests must be pre-approved. Additional per person fees will be assessed and be subtracted from deposit due to increased owner costs.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: Please be considerate of neighbors.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Babb

Located in Babb, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and St. Mary Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • St. Mary Lake - 19 min drive
  • St. Mary Visitor Center - 20 min drive
  • Grinnell Glacier Trailhead - 32 min drive
  • Waterton Lakes National Park - 38 min drive
  • St. Mary Falls - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cattle Baron - 8 min drive
  • Glacier's Edge Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Leaning Tree Cafe - 10 min drive
  • The Hun's Den Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Leaning Tree Cafe - 16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Glacier National Park, St. Mary Lake, and Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. St. Mary Visitor Center is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Timothy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aptly named Duck Lake
We stayed here after 3 nights on the west side of the park. We loved the spaciousness and how homey this lake house was. The views were also spectacular. The kitchen was very well stocked and we enjoyed the assortment of games and movies. The lack of internet is a plus for family bonding. A short walk up the road enabled us to connect to the internet, check weather and download emails. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Duck Lake & Irene's House
What a fabulous place to stay after long hikes at Glacier! So much space to rewind and relax. Full equipped kitchen and comforting deck. It was just PERFECT for we two couples, each had their own living quarters with a shared kitchen. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to escape the crazy costs of the park's lodges (with un-modern bathrooms - ugh!) and have a cozy, comfy space to enjoy each morning and night! Thanks Irene & Don!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Stevie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity at Duck Lake
Great house and location on East side of Glacier National Park. We were a party of 6 including 2 young children. Our party greatly enjoyed our time here, and found it to be serene and relaxing. There are beautiful views from both the front and back porch of the house. Irene is a great hostess and thoughtful with her communication and accommodations. The beds were very comfortable. A few things to note for information in case you miss in the description - as of August 2023, there is no wifi or cell signal (Verizon) here. There is free wifi at the St. Mary Visitor Center, and I was able to get a cell signal around the St. Mary entrance. Other reviews note the foul water smell - the water is well water, and it does smell, which Irene acknowledges and says she has done everything to try to fix it. Luckily, she provided plenty of gallon jugs of water, which was thoughtful and helpful because we did not realize how much we would need. There is no air conditioning, which normally wouldn't be an issue here but it was unseasonably hot when we were there. Luckily, the bedrooms stayed cool at nighttime, but it did get a bit hot in the kitchen in the evening. Overall, we highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Irene Martin

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Don, a retired health systems administrator and business owner is an avid sportsman and Irene, a registered nurse, have lived in and loved Montana most of our lives. Several years ago, A friend and Duck Lake year-around resident friend called and told us about this beautiful, lakefront lot that was for sale. We, with daughter Dawn, bought it and spent many months building, upgrading, and enjoying it. It has been mostly a labor of love (but yes, there have been some 'X#*m%vm' moments we'll have to admit). We haven't yet finished all the upgrades that we plan, but the warm and serene atmosphere of the home and it's setting now make it a wonderful place for children and grandchildren to gather, recreate, pand relax year around. Two of our grandchildren, Emily and Joshua, caught their very first fish right off our little dock. Em, the less squeamish of the two, handled her trout until we believe most of the bones were broken and the fish limp. Her parents very conveniently left for home without the frozen fish. But Em remembered a few miles out and they had to return and retrieve the trophy! Joshua jumped in glee when he caught his big trout, but did not want to touch it. Dad cleaned it for him! He held it far away from him as we took his picture (now framed in the dining room).
Winter months here are not for 'sissies'. Often there is an abundance of snow and frigid weather that makes the surface of the lake becomes a skating rink a foot or two thick, which make the ice-fishermen smile from ear to ear as they sit around their heaters in the icehouse! A few of the over-eager have dropped vehicles into the lake through ice not quite thick enough. We love this area. We think you will too!
A sad footnote from Irene: Don, my husband & the love of my life, went to be with Jesus Jan. 2016. His contributions to our place are missed every day. I know he is watching with love and interest as we continue our work. 2 grandsons even say they smelled his English Leather" there.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, wonderful location! Chief Mountain, Glacier National Park, and Waterton Park close by, and seen from the living room window, the lake seen from the kitchen, dining room, & master bedroom, with premier trout fishing in your own back yard, wildlife, wild flowers, many species of birds, and all the comforts of home. You may see a bushy-tailed fox strolling across the back yard, or a deer, and even a moose. There is solitude when you want it, yet there are social activities when you want them, as well. The neighbors are friends as soon as you meet them. Everyone smiles and says hello. There are no crowds to fight, and no standing in long lines to see or do what you would like. This area is why Montana has been called 'The Treasure State' and 'Big Sky Country'! We've lived and roamed through this area longer than anywhere else, although we have seen quite a bit of the U.S. & the world. We love the beautiful setting, the raw beauty, and being right on the lake. It feeds the soul, and fills us with God's peace. Despite some long, hard winters, we choose to live here. The benefits certainly out weigh any negatives!

What makes this property unique

We've chosen not to bring the hustle and bustle of our busy lives to this place. We don't have cable or dish T.V. or wifi (about 2 years out in our area, we hear), although music, books and movies, and games (and a radio) and intimate family times are there if we want them. We do have a cell phone booster and auxiliary blue tooth phones if we need or want to communicate. But this is a 'get-away-from-it-all place', where a bushy-tailed fox trots through the yard. A white-tailed deer reaches up to munch the leaves on a low-hanging branch, a nervous fawn close by. Loons call from the lake. Fish arc as they jump in the water. Graceful swans gliding on a placid lake surface between boats that float or bob as the fishermen they carry cast graceful arches of line on either side of their boats. Ducks quack, quack, quack their silly-sounding call. An osprey swoops and picks a fish right out of the water. Johnny-jump-ups and other wild flowers riot across fields and hillsides. And all framed by majestic, snow-capped mountain peaks. Our large "wrap around" back patio overlooks the lake. You can catch the various moods of the lake itself, the breath-taking sunrises with a steaming cup of coffee or hot chocolate... or just watch the antics of the aquatic birds on the lake..Momma Canada goose in front, a string of several goslings, and proud Poppa protectively bringing up the rear, pelicans scooping up fish (to the disgust of the fisherman!). Or you can roast a marshmallow or hot dog on the fire pit in the back...Could there be a sweeter place? As we’ve often been told, we have the perfect spot to see the lake, but also the mountains peaks of Glacier National Park. The minutes away attractions of the park, St. Mary lake, Many Glacier, great hiking, restaurants, and even the proximity to the Canadian side of the Rockies are all an added plus! And the peace and serenity of the place permeates you’re soul!
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