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A-Frame Hiker's Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Babb, MT
  • Chief Mountain
  • St. Mary Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • St. Mary Visitor Center
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

A-Frame Hiker's Retreat

Disconnect, decompress, and disengage from the stresses of daily life in a comfortable, completely refurbished A-frame Cabin. Fall in love with the beauty and solitude here in the heart of one of America's greatest national treasures.

You'll enjoy breathtaking views of Glacier National Park's mountain ranges, waterfalls, and majestic lakes all within a short driving distance to the Many Glacier and St. Marys entrances to the park. Another scenic drive over Chief Mountain Road will take you to the historic town of Waterton located in Waterton National Park Alberta, Canada.
Your home away from home features a fully furnished space complete with kitchenette, separate bathroom and bed accommodations for couples and one or two children.

The proud owners would love to offer their suggestions for dining and recreational opportunities in the area. We have been rafting, biking, and hiking these unique, scenic trails for over 20 years.

Property manager

Kenneth Whitten can be reached by text at 904-742-2904.
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Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Well behaved pets with current vaccines welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note there is no TV, and spotty Verizon cell service at our location.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number A1461192

About the area

Babb

Located in Babb, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Garden Wall is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and St. Mary Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Babb, MT

What's nearby

  • St. Mary Lake - 21 min drive - 20.5 km
  • St. Mary Visitor Center - 22 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Grinnell Glacier Trailhead - 35 min drive - 28.9 km
  • St. Mary Falls - 39 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Waterton Lakes National Park - 40 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Two Sisters Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Glacier's Edge Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Leaning Tree Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hun's Den Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A-Frame Hiker's Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A-Frame Hiker's Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A-Frame Hiker's Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A-Frame Hiker's Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Glacier National Park and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. St. Mary Visitor Center and St. Mary Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ann S.

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

Amazing stay with the perfect location

We loved our stay at the Hikers Retreat. The hosts are exceptionally helpful, kind and knowledgeable of the local area. The home was very well equipped and comfortable. The location is perfect with quick access to the St Mary entrance and close proximity to Many Glacier, Two Medicine and even Waterton in Canada. We hope to come back soon and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEANN B.

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

Incredible stay!

Wonderful time! Hosts Ken & Gena are absolutely lovely! Great tips on hiked & places to go/eat etc! Picturesque views & the Hikers Retreat had everything we needed & more! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry E.

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

Top of the line accomodations

Ken and Gena have made his little A-frame your home away from home. Check in is easy, extremely clean, nicely decorated, stocked with everything you need including robe and slippers. We will definitely stay again when we are back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim a.

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

3 days of hiking bliss

Excellent property, perfectly situated for the world class hiking trails of Glacier. Owners Ken and Gena are super friendly and helpful. Very well stocked with everything we needed. Will definitely return for our next Glacier trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
By far this was one of the nicest vacation rentals we’ve ever stayed in. It had everything you could imagine, my favorite items were the comfy robe and slippers! Ken and Gina live behind the cabin on the property and are there with helpful advice such as good hiking trails and places to eat. When the lights started flickering because of the approaching storm Gina came over with candles. It’s conveniently located near the Many Glacier entrance and St Mary’s. We stayed there 5 nights and really enjoyed it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ken is very nice and provided us with very useful local tips
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Igor E.

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

Great stay

My family stayed for 7 nights while visiting Glacier NP. Communication with owner was great, check in process was smooth. A-frame is much bigger than it seems. Clean and nice place. Will stay again at this location next time. Thanks Ken and Gena for keeping the place in such a great shape! Igor
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

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

Great location and great place to stay.

Loved staying here. This is our 2nd time. Very clean and has all the amenities you couls need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for East Side Glacier

Perfect for two after hiking in the park and easy access to east side entrances. Great retreat with comforts of home. Appreciated owner’s knowledge and even brought my fiancé ice packs/heat pack for aching knees!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Time in Glacier

The house was perfect for us. It was clean and neat. Ken went above and beyond to supply us with all our needs. His recommendations of where to go and things to do were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

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

Welcoming Host + Peaceful Stay

We stayed for 4 nights in Babb and wished we had more time on this side of Glacier NP. We split our time between West and East Glacier and didn’t want to leave. Ken and his wife were gracious hosts and gave us a wealth of advice/tips of what to do. We were so appreciative of their home and would love to come back to visit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William L.

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

A Frame

The A frame met our needs - we were gone most of the time at GNP or Waterton. Ken was quick to communicate and provide helpful insights. Neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Glacier A Frame Cabin

The A Frame was perfect, couldn’t have been better. Ken & Gina are great hosts, we’ll definitely recommend Our friends to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Bend

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

Hiking Glacier with our daughter

This place was the perfect hikers cabin. Great location close to both St. Mary's and Many Glacier entrances to the park which have the best hikes....just make sure you have your daily car permit reserved in advance. The cabin was wonderfully cozy to return to after a full day of hiking. The hosts were helpful and attentive. The kitchen and bathroom was fully stocked with lots of extra thoughtful items (like spices and butter should you forget to bring). Hope to be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Cozy and welcoming

Had a great trip to Glacier National Park, and one of the best things about it was this space and hosts. Ken and Gena were a delight, easy to talk with and warm, welcoming people. The space itself was well set up and decorated appropriately. They had everything we needed; just needed to bring ourselves, our clothes/gear, and groceries. Thank you so much, we hope to return on future visits!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

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

Glacier Trip

Awesome place to stay! Clean, comfortable, close to the park. Ken was very helpful as well, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley T.

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

Awesome Property

Location to St. Mary and Many Glacier entrances was fantastic. Cabin is larger than pictured and the most fully stocked rental we've ever stayed in, literally had everything! The owners checked in with us right away to make sure we had everything we needed and offered great recommendations on hikes and where to eat. My ONLY complaint is the water pressure. It was difficult to get clean in the shower because the water is a trickle. I would still stay here again though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaymee S., San Francisco

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

Perfection in every way!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay. The cabin is exactly as described and pictured in the listing and Ken is a wealth of knowledge about the area. However, the real reason you come here is the location and it doesn’t get much better than this spot. Close to Many Glacier, St. Mary and even Waterton if you bring your passport. Also not far from Two Medicine which is also beautiful and less crowded.My only negative is the water pressure is a little weak but not enough to keep me from re-booking next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

cuter than we thought it would be!

Wonderful Host! Ken was great in every way. I would recommend this cute A-frame for a couple or a few close friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Wonderful cabin!

The cabin was the perfect place to stay for exploring the east side of Glacier National Park. Easy access to Many Glacier and the drive to Two Medicine was beautiful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

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

Hiker’s Retreat!

This is a perfect location and a perfect rental. Ken and Gena were amazing and made us feel like family. The cabin is perfect and they have thought of everything. We would definitely return sometime and bring our kids too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R., Twin Cities, MN

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

Perfect for Glacier National Park

My wife and I had a fantastic stay. The host is extemely friendly and responsive. Upon checkin the host noticed that the coffee he provided was running low. While there was still plenty he dropped off a fresh bag for us the next day. The property is well kept and everything is modern on the inside. There is AC, but we found that the ceiling fan was more than enough. This is a great stay if you are visiting GNP. A very short drive and you are there. Keep in mind that you are about 45 minutes from a grocery store so be sure to stop on your way to the property. You have a fridge along with a stove. There is also a grill outside for your use. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Excellent stay at the A-frame

We had an excellent three nights at the A-frame Hiker's Retreat. The location is peaceful and comfortable, yet Glacier is very accessible. Close proximity to Many Glacier, the start of GTSR, and a beautiful drive to Two Medicine. We had some of our best hiking while using the A-frame as a base. I can't speak positively enough about how ideal the A-frame is for people visiting Glacier. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, especially after spending several hours on the trails. All details of the space have been carefully thought out, and the hosts were very friendly, generous, and full of excellent advice. We look forward to staying at the A-frame again soon and recommend it without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was perfect for our trip to Glacier National Park! The owners are very friendly and were so helpful with making sure we had everything we needed for a safe and comfortable trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate H., Indiana

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

Perfect Base Camp

This property had everything we needed for our trips into Many Glacier and St. Mary areas. We spent most of our time out hiking and exploring the park, and it was nice to come back to that comfy king sized bed. We met with the property owners (who were very friendly), and they gave us a quick tour with some tips and ideas for the area. They also gave us a heads up that due to the water table being low the water pressure was a bit low. I was worried about the shower, but it wasn't as bad I thought it might be. They also had trekking poles and bear spray for us to borrow if we needed it. Overall, it was a 5 star experience, and we would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Whitten can be reached by text at 904-742-2904.

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We live in Jacksonville, Florida during the winter months and spend the summers at Duck Lake, Mt near Glacier National Park. We fell in love with this area when we first visited in the mid-1990s and were fortunate to buy property at Duck Lake in 2005. In 2017, we started renovations on our A-frame cabin and in 2019 had our first guests. We were unable to open in 2020 due to covid-19 and are thrilled to be back open for the 2021 season.

We enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking (mainly Ken), rafting, and horseback riding. It is especially enjoyable taking hikes in the backcountry of GNP when the weather is ideal, and the popular trails are busy. We also frequent the local performing art events and especially enjoy watching the enthusiasm of the young artists.

Ken is a retired Naval Officer and Networking Technology Professor and has visited and lived in several countries in the orient. Gena has an MBA, spent a year working in Mexico City with Arthur Anderson Accounting firm before she found her calling as a Computer Information Systems Professor where she worked until she recently retired (and where she met Ken).

We enjoy meeting our guests and sharing our knowledge of the area with them.

We have two small chihuahuas, Ruby and Teka, who love to be held and petted and one shy cat, Coco.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because it was close to the Many Glacier and St Mary entrances to the park. It is very quiet away from the busy tourist areas outside the gates of Glacier. The main thing that attracted us about this location is the panoramic views of the mountains from our lot.

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