Waterfront, Beautiful Flathead Lake, Panoramic Views!
About this house rental
Situated in Lakeside, this attractive house for £639 per night is a great option for your next vacation. On beautiful Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, with panoramic views of Glacier National Park and the Swan Mountain Range, this fully furnished 4500 square foot, 5 bedroom/4 bathroom lakefront home is perfect for large or multiple families, reunions, and groups. With a long sweeping driveway and two acres of private manicured grounds, this home provides the perfect vacation retreat in any season. In the summer, the possibilities are endless; hiking, boating, golfing, fishing and swimming are just a few of the outdoor options. If you like shopping and sight seeing, head over to Bigfork Village to shop the boutiques, or take in a live theatre performance at the Bigfork Summer Playhouse. Glacier National Park is a 'must see' and is a beautiful drive just 40 minutes from Lakeside. Come October, leaves begin changing colors, temperatures cool, and the air is clean and pure. The fall season is treasured by the locals. Picture yourself sitting on the deck with your coffee, watching the loons skim the lake. Winter on the lake is surprisingly mild, but the surrounding mountains get plenty of snow! There are two terrific ski areas to enjoy - Blacktail Mountain Ski Area is just a short drive up the road from your rental retreat. Whitefish Resort is located in Whitefish - an approximate 45 minute drive north of Lakeside. The house is configured for privacy, with two completely separate master suites. The upstairs master suite offers a king sized bed, a fireplace, and sliding glass doors that lead to the deck. The bathroom includes a large soaking tub surrounded by glass windows that offer expansive views of Flathead Lake and Glacier National Park in the distance, a walk-in shower, a large double vanity, and a walk-in closet for two. The second master suite is on the ground floor and offers a king sized bed, an extra-large bathroom with a soaking tub, shower and walk-in closet, and doors leading directly to the lake and outdoor hot tub. There are two additional bedrooms located on the ground level and one on the second floor. Upstairs the bedroom offers bunk beds, and one single bed (sleeps 3), with a full bathroom attached. Downstairs, there are two bedrooms; one with a king sized bed and the other with a queen sized bed. There is one full bathroom downstairs. Additionally, there is a bonus room downstairs with a large sectional sofa, a fireplace and a TV, and a laundry room with washer and dryer. The home can sleep more than 11 people inside with lots of extra space in the bonus room, living room, or bedrooms if you have air mattresses and/or sleeping bags. The large kitchen is completely equipped and like most of the home, offers magnificent views of the lake and surrounding mountains. There is a dining nook in the kitchen with a table and chairs that seats six, and a dining area just off the kitchen with a large Mahogany dining table that seats 8-10. The great room offers floor to ceiling windows, a fireplace, plenty of seating with sectional sofa, leather chairs, and a four person game table/dining table. Additionally, there is a large flat screen Hi Definition TV/DVD player with surround sound to enjoy your favorite programming and movies. The large upstairs deck offers amazing views of the lake! With an outdoor dining table and chairs as well as lounge chairs you will find your place in the sun. A gas barbeque for outdoor grilling is also on the deck. A winding pathway lined with cherry trees leads you down the manicured lawns to the lake and private dock and boathouse*. Take a swim off the dock or in your private enclosed swimming area. With 175 feet of beach frontage you have plenty of room to enjoy the lake! On the other side of the boathouse the dock extends where guests can sit and relax, sunbathe, or perhaps do some fishing. It stays light until after 10 p.m. in the summer and then the most spectacular stars can be seen. Once you've visited the Flathead you'll see why it's considered the 'Last Best Place', and will want to return again and again! NOTE: ** Boat house can be rented separately if you bring/rent a boat and is not included in the rental of the home. ** More photos of this property are available upon request. Keywords: House
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Map of Lakeside, MT
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(21 Reviews)
4.0
Upon arrival front door is a little tricky to unlock.
House is big and has lots of space to accommodate the 15 of us that stayed here.
The ice and ice tray in the freezer was dirty and had to be dumped and washed. Nothing was left to clean the counters. Old dirty gross sponges were left to clean dishes. I bought a new scrubber. Lots of towels, but no extra sheets.
Cupboards in kitchen were filled with either the owners papers or pantry items, so not any room to store our food.
Our first first morning, 2 of our guest were woken up to their bed breaking. It was fixed promptly.
On our third day here, while unloading the dishwasher we noticed mouse poop in the kitchen drawers. I notified the property manager and he said he’d have someone out immediately to clean it. Whoever came to clean it didn’t do a very good job, and droppings were still present. We ended up buying bleach and cleaning what we could ourselves.
Half of the outlets won’t hold a plug. They’re loose and the plug just falls out.
It’s nice that we had use of water toys (paddle boards, blow ups tubes, wakeboards). The views and property are amazing. The dock is brand new.
We enjoyed the deer who would come to eat apples in the morning and evening.
Be aware you cannot set up tents on the grass. The sprinklers go off at 6am every morning.
The neighbours Jerry, Deb and Henry are so friendly. We very much enjoyed talking with them.
All in all the the house accommodated the 15 of us and we were comfortable.
5.0
Large and comfortable home on a beautiful lake property! Lots of outdoor activities. Nature and beauty abound! Would have liked a few more days! Fun for the whole family at every age!
5.0
Family Get-a-way to Montana (16) of us
Beautiful property - GREAT location. So many things to do even with the crazy weather we had first half of June. Everything worked and plenty of space for everyone. Property manager communication and support was fantastic! We all had a great time. Sunrise and Sunsets were spectacular.
5.0
The views!
This was the best property! The yard, hot tub, little beach area and the lake were amazing! The house is outdated but we didn’t care.. it was fabulous! We loved that there was 2 large master rooms. The layout was fantastic. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Great overall
Weird trash situation
Master bedroom pillows uncomfortable on main level
5.0
Lawhead
Great overall
Weird trash situation
Master bedroom pillows uncomfortable on main level
5.0
The kitchen and dining facilities were great and the abundance of bathrooms was very convenient. All and all I would use this
again for a large family get together.....
10.0
The kitchen and dining facilities were great and the abundance of bathrooms was very convenient. All and all I would use this
again for a large family get together.....
5.0
Thanksgiving
The kitchen and dining facilities were great and the abundance of bathrooms was very convenient. All and all I would use this
again for a large family get together.....
5.0
Very comfortable for 2 families. Great location. Beautiful view. Hope to get back again someday
5.0
Beautiful home and location!
Very comfortable for 2 families. Great location. Beautiful view. Hope to get back again someday
5.0
The place was great for our family. We loved being on the beautiful lake with the nice dock to swim and fish from and the beachfront area for the kids to play and float. We even got to watch the local Osprey fish as we sat on the deck. The house is convenient to Lakeside for groceries and an easy drive to Kalispell and Big Fork for restaurants and shopping. Also convenient to Glacier National park though we didn’t visit this time because of the thick wildfire smoke. The beds were comfortable and the place was well stocked with supplies. Rudy was very helpful and when the lift didn’t work with our inboard boat he was quick to refund the dock fee.
3.0
Home worked well for family and dogs! Kitchen was well-stocked.
5.0
Wonderful lakeside home!
The place was great for our family. We loved being on the beautiful lake with the nice dock to swim and fish from and the beachfront area for the kids to play and float. We even got to watch the local Osprey fish as we sat on the deck. The house is convenient to Lakeside for groceries and an easy drive to Kalispell and Big Fork for restaurants and shopping. Also convenient to Glacier National park though we didn’t visit this time because of the thick wildfire smoke. The beds were comfortable and the place was well stocked with supplies. Rudy was very helpful and when the lift didn’t work with our inboard boat he was quick to refund the dock fee.
3.0
Great location and property with beautiful views and great swimming!
Home worked well for family and dogs! Kitchen was well-stocked.
5.0
What a excellent place! Everything was as advertised and even better. The house was spacious, clean and beautiful. Excellent location and outstanding views!
5.0
A beautiful property, great and responsive management. Conveniently located close to grocery store and other amenities, yet it seemed miles from crowds.
5.0
Great week at the lake
What a excellent place! Everything was as advertised and even better. The house was spacious, clean and beautiful. Excellent location and outstanding views!
5.0
Wonderful time with family!
A beautiful property, great and responsive management. Conveniently located close to grocery store and other amenities, yet it seemed miles from crowds.
5.0
The location of this house is breathtaking. The amenities were great as well! House was in good shape and we enjoyed the views and the dock! Very convenient location in Lakeside for boat rental.
5.0
Excellent location!
The location of this house is breathtaking. The amenities were great as well! House was in good shape and we enjoyed the views and the dock! Very convenient location in Lakeside for boat rental.
5.0
Beautiful property
We really enjoyed our stay. The view is so beautiful. The house was perfect for our large group and the host was very friendly and accommodating. The only thing we could have wished for is a fire pit.
5.0
Successful Bucket List Trip
We all had a wonderful vacation.
5.0
Beautiful stay
We had a beautiful stay! We wanted somewhere where all our family could stay together (15 people)! House was clean and ready for us. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Amazing Spartan / Cinco de Mayo Weekend
Such a fun place to stay, with views that will take your breath away! Great location just a few short minutes into Kalispell and a short drive to the spartan race. Has two master suits with one secluded from the rest of the house. Perfect for a family gathering, couples retreat, or whatever you need!
Host is super helpful and friendly! Can’t wait to plan another trip to come back!!!!
4.0
LOCATION, LOCATION
Our party of 13 recently enjoyed a week-long stay at this Flathead Lake property. The grounds are spectacular and beautifully kept. The location on the lake is perfect for boating and paddle boarding (not too windy), and it is easy to get to GNP, Jewel Basin, Bigfork and local eateries. The views are spectacular. The house is large and we had plenty of space. The house was stocked with games, which were fun for the kids in the evening. The showers had plenty of hot water and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped with pots, pans and utensils. And I cannot say enough good things about the hospitable neighbors Jerry and Deb. They let us use their paddle boards and kayaks, lent us a cooler, life jackets, and even made a fire for us in their fire pit in the evening. The fourth star in the above rating really belongs to them.
While the views, grounds and neighbors are top-notch, the actual rental house was more like 3 or 3.5 stars for the following reasons: 1) The house was not quite ready upon arrival--the house was cold and damp, the coffee pot was dirty and full of old grounds (we bought a new coffee pot), the bathrooms had no toilet paper, soap or shampoo, and we could find only 1 roll of paper towels and no napkins. The removable patio cushions were soaked and unusable for the first day. 2) The property manager did not meet us upon arrival at the house, and we could locate no written instructions for guests. We had a difficult time figuring out how to use the induction stove top, we didn't have a wifi password, we couldn't locate light bulbs for a couple burned out bulbs, we didn't know whether we could use any of the water toys in the shed or when check out time was, etc. Thankfully, we were able to email the property manager, who was friendly and quick to respond, but it was a little off putting that we had to ask all the questions (and request toilet paper and soap, etc). This could be easily remedied by a simple guest instruction sheet and/or walk through. 3) The house is quite dated. While the kitchen and downstairs shared bathroom appear to have been updated in the last decade, the rest of the house has not. Carpet in the pink bathroom was a bit "ick" and the bedroom outlets could not hold a plug. A couple bedrooms could also benefit from a side table and lamp.
Most of these things are an easy fix, and we really did have a great trip. I'd consider asking the neighbors to be the welcoming committee!
5.0
The view is better than the pictures could ever show!!
We boated, jet skied, paddle boarded, played games in the beautiful yard, barbecued and had an amazing time here. This is our 2nd stay at this home and will plan a 3rd. We also brought motorcycles and went through Glacier which is beautiful this time of year. The other thing we have done all 3 years is have 1 meal at Tamarack and its always very very good!!
5.0
Perfect Reunion Destination!
Perfect location and amenities for our family gathering. Dock and water offer endless entertainment for kids and adults alike. House is spacious and had everything we needed (and more). Very short drive (or longer walk) to grocery store and brew-pubs. Lakeside’s location, in general, isn’t the choice spot to satisfy the avid hiker or adventure, but it wasn’t too far of a drive to good trails (<1hr). Then again, why would you want to leave with a hot tub, lake, a wonderful yard and a deck with great views?!
5.0
Barrett Family 2010
We loved our week at Flathead Lake, this house enabled our entire family to stay together and play together. If we weren't swimming in the beautiful lake, we were canoeing, playing bocce ball, or just enjoying the outside and visiting. Plenty of room inside and outside, we had room for a pop-up and several cars and kids. Thank you Rudy!
5.0
summer family get together
We had a wonderful time here! We had a wide range of ages from 65-1!! The access to the lake was perfect for all ages. The view was wonderful and the house had many things for children of all ages to enjoy.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lakeside?
The average price for a rental in Lakeside is £239 per night. This rental is £400 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront, Beautiful Flathead Lake, Panoramic Views!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Waterfront, Beautiful Flathead Lake, Panoramic Views! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Waterfront, Beautiful Flathead Lake, Panoramic Views!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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