Montana Forest Retreat, Easy Walk to Flathead Lake, 1.5 Acres Fenced for Dogs!

Connect with nature in Northwest Montana!

On Premises:
*Scenic 1/3 mile walk to Flathead Lake,
*Private entrance to first floor apartment,
*Sprawling front yard and untamed forest for exploring,
*2 story house on 6 acres of wooded property,
*Private driveway,
*Flathead Lake public access for swimming/kayaking ,
*Adjacent to reservation forests, perfect for hiking, snowshoeing, bike riding, wildlife observation (Reservation pass available online.),
****Many magnificent views!

The top floor of this custom home is occupied by the owners, a quiet older couple and one dog. While the lower floor boasts a fully furnished apartment that you are sure to enjoy for your vacation rental experience! Wake up to the sounds of birds chattering and see the majestic pines sway in the wind as you view it through the bedroom's picture window. The apartment is fitted with a full laundry room, propane fireplace, leather reclining seats, kitchen stocked with cookware and utensils, coffee, common spices, ice maker, Keurig, Internet, TV, dining area with a picture window, family board games, and exercise bike. Do you need to get a little work done before you enjoy your Flathead Lake outings? Open your laptop on the adjustable height desk off the kitchen or extend the dining table's leaf to work while looking out to the trees.

Over 1.5 acres is securely fenced to accommodate your healthy dog(s) who would share the space with the owner's 1-year old retriever. There is ample parking for large vehicles/boats, an outdoor firepit (subject to local fire restrictions), and access to kayaks with life vests in the summer. The home is 1/3 mile from Flathead Lake by road with a rustic public access beach from which to launch kayaks or swim. 2 kayaks and vests are available for $10/day. Watch for deer wandering the property as they make daily treks to the lake for water. The back part of the property has a mountain trail which used to be an old logging road. The towering pines and abundant natural flora speak calmness into your soul. You are welcome to sit on a rock or log and just breathe in the healthy air.

You won't want to miss taking a 7 minute walk down a country road to reach the shore of Flathead Lake. You'll pass wild choke cherry trees, hawthorn shrubs, and many large firs and pines. Here you will find a small public beach that is rarely used. Only locals know of it's existence. It is untamed with driftwood and cattails on the shore. There is no dock for use, but you won't need it to launch the kayaks. The water is shallow for 100 yards or more. Sit in the cool water, swim out a ways, or kayak into the vast Flathead Lake. It is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River and has spectacular views in every direction.

Are you a quilter? So is the owner! If you have a quilt top to be finished, arrangements can be made to complete an edge to edge design on a longarm machine while you are exploring the region. Ask for pricing.

Local Attractions:
There is SO much to experience! Whitefish is 1.5 hour away and features many tourist attractions and ski resorts including Big Mountain. Check out Polson (population of 5000) which is a quick 10-minute drive. You can shop the farmer's market on Fridays (seasonally), find a locally owned restaurant, visit the cheese factory, get locally hunted foods at M&S Meats, rent a boat or jet ski, charter a fishing guide, swim, raft Flathead River, or explore the historic downtown shops. Glacier National Park is about 2 hours away, Blacktail Mountain Ski Resort (1 hour) is a gorgeous scenic drive to the north in Lakeside. Missoula ski resorts are 1.5 hours away. Big Arm has a great public park (15 min.) Lakeside has an awesome alpine coaster (35-minutes) that is open year-round. The city of Kalispell is to the north and hosts many more shops and attractions (1 hour). The quaint town of Bigfork is less than an hour's drive and has the most amazing Christmas wonderland store. You could also find a local orchard and pick cherries or wild huckleberries in July, apples in September/October. Try your luck at viewing the Northern Lights on cold, clear nights in any open north facing area. Of course breathtaking photography opportunities are abundant no matter the season.

Flathead Lake boat rentals: Polson, Big Fork, Lakeside, Woods Bay, Somers, and Big Arm.