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North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat

Cabin in Columbia Falls with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in the woods, this secluded triplex cabin offers a serene retreat from Glacier National Park. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and unwind with family or friends in one of three private units: North Fork, Middle Fork, or South Fork.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

North 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 9.2 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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

General

  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Columbia Falls, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and Lake McDonald. Bob Marshall Wilderness Ranch of Montana and Amazing Fun Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Columbia Falls travel guide
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Columbia Falls, MT

What's nearby

  • Purple mountain majesty #Adventure
    Flathead River
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Glacier National Park
    Glacier National Park
    19 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Flathead Lake Winery
    9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Spoon Lake
    11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Amazing Fun Center
    14 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station
    19 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Great Bear Cafe
    23 min drive
  • Glacier National Pizza
    19 min drive
  • White Raven Winery
    27 min drive
  • Dew Drop Inn
    16 min drive
  • Sunflower Cafe
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Flathead River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bob Marshall Wilderness Ranch of Montana and Flathead Lake Winery. Spoon Lake and Amazing Fun Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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North Fork of Spotted Bear Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our trip to Montana was amazing. Couldn’t say more about Spotted Bear Retreat. I have stayed in a lot of VRBO’s and our cabin was so beautiful and clean. Highly recommend. John the owner was always available and friendly.
Glacier National Park
Bison
Arabian show horses
Rafting
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Peaceful

Very nice place...guite and secluded
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Glacier Getawaway

We really enjoyed our short stay here at Spotted Bear. The location was great being close to the west entrance of Glacier and Columbia Falls where we got dinner one night. Check in/out was easy and the photos/description accurately portray the property. Will definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene D., Dayton, Ohio USA

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

Beautiful refuge in the woods.

Loved our stay at this quiet cabin near Glacier NP. Comfortable bed, lovely kitchen area, everything squeaky clean. Tasteful touches throughout. And beautiful starry skies! Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Mountain Majesty

Quiet, remote but easy to access West Glacier and other areas of interest and restaurants/stores. Loved having laundry on site and internet access was good! Pictures and description accurately reflect the accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

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

Great Stay

Very nice accommodations, clean and well maintained. Having a washer and dryer was a plus. John was easy to reach with any questions. Highly recommend. High
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Comfy lodging in the woods

We enjoyed our stay in Spotted Bear Retreat. Very comfortable and spacious lodging for 2 adults. Loved the Montana decor. Too rainy in the evenings to enjoy the grill and fire pit but the patio was a nice touch. The street number is a little hard to spot, but the location is nice and not far from town and Glacier N. P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

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

Spotted Bear Retreat

We enjoyed a six night stay at the secluded Spotted Bear Resort. This resort was clean, appeared to be newly built and furnished and was only a 15 minute drive to the West entrance of Glacier National Park. It was also close to Columbia Falls, about a 15 min drive.Air conditioning and also heated, one TV and a side patio and fire pit we enjoyed many evenings. We normally cook but didn’t this time but a full kitchen was available if you chose to. We would stay here again if we go back to Glacier!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Quiet Getaway

The property was very clean, quiet & comfortable. It was tucked away from everything, which meant it was a bit of a drive off of the main road. But it was still quick to get to Glacier and surrounding areas. We stayed for 4 nights and had everything we needed to make meals & do laundry. Overall it was a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Everything we needed and convenient to GNP

Clean and cozy apartment in a quiet, secluded location was perfect for our Glacier National Park trip. It's about 20 minutes from the park entrance and almost as long to a grocery store, so you might want to stop for groceries in Columbia Falls on your way there. The owner even helped us pump up our low tires!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trixy V.

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

Glacier National Park Visit

Overall great stay, nice floor plan, extremely clean and contact with host was excellent! Having Wi-Fi was a huge plus and it was about 20 minutes from Glacier National Park. You do go down a long dirt road and there is another rental to the right and some up on the hill above that you can see from the property. Not a problem for us just awareness for those who think it's a secluded only you place, because it's not. But absolutely a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Great place to stay, Very clean and quiet

Pancake stole our hearts Best welcome dog ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hemang S.

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

Nice stay

Overall good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, private location surrounded by beautiful evergreens. Outside private patio w/firepit and grill. Interior is up to date with beautiful rustic charm. King size bed was comfortable and room was air-conditioned with remote control! Kitchen had all the amenities. We loved our stay! John is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is perfect if you are interested in exploring Glacier Park and the Whitefish area. The hosts were extremely accommodating and their dog expects tummy rubs. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023