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

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Outdoor dining
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Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Whitefish, MT
  • Whitefish Lake Golf Club
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Whitefish Lake State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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!

Property manager

Mikki Lukens
Premier Host

Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to the Coronavirus(Covid-19), we are taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations.
We are thoroughly cleaning and using hospital grade disinfectant to clean all surfaces, especially high-touch surfaces, between each guest.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whitefish

Located in Whitefish, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort and Whitefish Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ray Kuhns WIldlife Management Area and Whitefish Lake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Stumptown Ice Den, or check out an event or a game at Majestic Valley Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Whitefish, MT

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 Theatre Company - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Whitefish Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 31 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Whitefish Depot - 19 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whitefish MT Historic Cabin-Guest House- Amazing Mountain Views and Lake Access located?

This family-friendly Whitefish cabin is located on a lake, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Ray Kuhns Wildlife Management Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ray Kuhns WIldlife Management Area and Skyles Lake. Bootjack Lake and The Whitefish Trail - Lion Mountain Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little getaway. The cabin was wonderful, comfortable, private. Its great for a romantic anniversary or honeymoon spot.. look forward to going back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason H., Milbank, SD

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

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

Annette M.

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

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

Catherine M.

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

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

Betty S.

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

Quaint Cabin in the Woods!

We loved our stay here. The cabin had everything we needed and much more. Great owners who offered advise and answered any questions. Great location from Whitefish and Glacier National Park but secluded away from crowded vacationers. Hope to return some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carmily S.

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

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

Dusty T.

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

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

Karen K.

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

Whitefish Cabin Getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

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

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

Dominic M.

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

Stunning setting and gorgeous cabin

We had a fantastic time at the cabin. It was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated and had everything we could have possibly needed during our time in Whitefish. It’s close to the town but also a world away. We will stay again! Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

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

Elizabeth W.

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

Quiet secluded getaway

We fell in love with this perfect cabin in the woods. It was spot-on for what we were looking for, for a quick getaway. We had such a relaxing time by the fire after a long day of skiing and snowboarding. It's a quick beautiful ride into Whitefish. They thought of everything and even had a Vitamix:) Soft pillows, sheets, fabulous toiletries, coffee, and even wood for the fire. What an amazing home!!! They went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and to insure we had a lovely time. This place is a GEM!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

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

Perfection!

This is, hands down, our favorite vacation rental....ever! It is beyond perfection. The location is wonderful!! It’s so very private and tucked into the woods, but amazingly close to town. The cabin has soooooo many wonderful touches. It is beautifully designed, built, and decorated. We want to live there! I cannot overuse the word “perfection” while describing everything about this beautiful cabin. The wood stove was amazing, and wood/kindling/paper were ready and waiting. when we arrived. So thoughtful! Mikki is wonderfully communicative and such a wonderful host. Stop looking. This is the place you want to book. Seriously, it is. Stop looking. This is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith M., Kansas City

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

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

Dana W., Purcell, USS

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

Whitefish PERFECTION

This cabin is perfect in every way!! Our only mistake was our stay was much too short!! The cabin is secluded yet only minutes to Whitefish & also close to GNP. While the pictures of this cabin on the listing are spectacular it is 100x better in real life! As soon as we drove up our worries went far away. We had the best 5 days here, by far the best vacation we have ever had!!! We were very lucky with the weather & spent the evenings on the back porch with wine enjoying the quiet. Every morning several deer came and hung out with us. The views are incredible from every angle outside & inside the reclaimed lumber and attention to detail are unmatched! This cabin had everything you need: fully equipped kitchen, exceptional linens, Aveda bath products, fishing gear for the private lake, a short hiking trail right out the door. This is the PERFECT gateway location for a couple wanting to escape noise & crowds. The hostess was always very helpful with any questions & very easy to communicate with. We can’t wait to return!!!! This was truly the BEST experience ever!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karl

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana W., Purcell, USS

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Karen M.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Mikki Lukens

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My husband and I are originally from Ohio. We have always enjoyed the great outdoors! We enjoy hosting and meeting our guests from all over the country and the world and sharing with them our little piece of paradise!

Why they chose this property

My husband and I chose to retire in Whitefish Montana because we love the area and love being active outdoors. We built the cabin in 2007 out of reclaimed wood acquired from 170 year old Ohio bank barns. The cabin is surrounded by Flathead National Forest which gives you the feeling of being alone with nature, yet it is only a short drive from the cabin to downtown Whitefish, Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort and Glacier National Park!

What makes this property unique

Waking up each morning with mountain views and wildlife walking on the property is something you never get tired of!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests