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Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat

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Glass blowing studio
Stepping Stone Guest House in morning sun

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MT
  • Place, Flathead River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, North Shore State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Echo Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat


Situated on twenty gently rolling acres and overlooking the Swan Mountains, Stepping Stone Guest House is ideally located for exploring the quaint town of Bigfork, the greater Flathead Valley, and Glacier National Park.

STEPPING STONE guest house has TWO QUEEN BEDS, a private bathroom, a sitting area, dining table for two, and a kitchenette with a small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven, and microwave. Access to the guest quarters is via a flight of stairs. The guest house is one large room with the sitting area, kitchenette and beds all in the same space. Towels and bed linens are provided.

Feel free to stop by the studio and check out the latest from the Proctor Studios team.

DIRECTIONS:
From Hwy 35 at Saint John Paul Catholic Church, it's the fourth driveway on your left immediately after Rising Mountain Assisted Living. Apple & Google Maps may direct you too far down Coverdell Road—look for the large, sculptural metal mailbox and gravel driveway. Please drive slowly as there are nesting birds in the grass and gravel along the road, as well as a small, older dog who doesn't navigate well around moving vehicles.

PARKING:
Park in front of any of the garage doors.

ENVIRONMENT:
The guest apartment does not have AC. It is recommended to open the windows at night to let the cool air in and close them during the day to help keep the space cool.

PETS:
Well-behaved dogs are welcome; please notify us in advance.

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1601986vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 53
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bigfork

Located in Bigfork, this holiday home is in the mountains. Flathead Lake and North Shore State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kehoe's Agate Shop and Eva Gates Homemade Preserves. Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster and Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
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Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead River - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • North Shore State Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Echo Lake - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Eagle Bend Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Growlers Bar, Grille and Casino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Topo Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flathead Lake Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Split Rock Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat?

As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat on 23 June 2026 start from AU$310, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest House, Proctor Studios at Stepping Stone Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Flathead River and 3 mi (4.9 km) from North Shore State Park. Flathead Lake and Kehoe's Agate Shop are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in the Flathead valley!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet, serene. Host was there when we arrived and was helpful with info about surrounding area. Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenard W.

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

It's a great place

Very nice property in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Lee's place! It was clean and comfortable and had everything that we needed! We hope to visit again someday! What a beautiful spot! Thank you again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colton M.

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

Awesome place near Flathead lake!

Awesome place near Flathead lake!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Erna J.

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

Great location

wonderful spot just outside of Bigfork, close enough but far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RaeAnn H.

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

Wedding trip

Thank you, Lee! We both agreed we would definitely stay again next time we are in the area. Lee was very accommodating and the bed was super comfy. It was such a peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandra P.

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

Great location

Great location to get to West Glacier. The apartment above the garage was big and perfect for our 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maite T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A peaceful retreat

We enjoyed the peaceful setting and the wonderful host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill & Gerry P.

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

Loved staying here!

Lee’s property is the perfect place to stay in the Big Fork area. The property is large and peaceful, the studio has everything you need, the beds are amazingly comfy and Lee is the perfect host. Thanks for having us Lee!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita l.

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

nice location

nice big space
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

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

Great stay,... Again!

Love this property. Lee always makes it a great stay. Sean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Just a quick stay while passing through

A quiet place to stay while we checked out Glacier. Great communication with Lee when needed. Beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

bigfork weekend

perfect place and location for our event in Bigfork.Quiet and secluded but close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle G.

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

Cozy stay with a beautiful view.

W
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrilee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice apartment. We were just there one night but it was clean and spacious. Lee is a very gracious host. His glass art is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Quiet, comfortable, short stay

Conveniently located close to big fork. Quiet friendly little place with room for 2-4 people. Friendly owner. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikala P.

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

Fantastic, homey, well-equipped

Lee was amazing and very communicative with us as guests. The property was great and easy to find. The guest house was very cleanly and had all the amenities we could ask for! It was a great place for us to decompress after a week of long hikes!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Blast at Bigfork

Priory was roomy, clean and convenient to local attractions and restaurants. Lots of wildlife on the property at dusk and dawn. Fabulous views of the mountains and valley!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Large private loft apartment

Very roomy, nice and comfortable place to stay. Enjoyed meeting the owner and seeing his metal and blown glass art studio with projects in process.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristan A.

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

Still fantastic!

This was the fifth year my daughter and I stayed at this property and it remains one of our favorite places. Lee continues to be a gracious host and we look forward to hopefully returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Nice place to stay in Big Fork

Entire upstairs suite over garage is yours. Great feel on a very large property. About a quarter mile off the road and nice and private. Well worth a stay when you're near Flathead Lake. A couple of miles from Big Fork's small and quaint downtown which is on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joan s.

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

Peaceful!

Almost hate to leave positive review because we would like it to be our secret! Beautiful, clean, friendly, and so peaceful. Would have stayed a week if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neetta H.

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

Peaceful Place

This is a very sweet property with thoughtful details to make your stay welcoming. We were fortunate enough to visit the metal workshop and see current projects and to get a quick peek in the glass gallery which were both really interesting. We are thankful to find this stay and would definitely return. Thank you Lee for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Like wise Neetta really enjoyed meeting yall !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

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

Very nice.

Very clean and confortable. Host responded to our needs and questions with prompt curtious service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lee Proctor

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The 20 acre property was purchased to build my new studio that would accommadate glass working facility. Which would combine with the already existing metal facility, offering great possibilities to blend the two mediums. we work mostly on commission creating one of a kind site specific work as well as sculptural installations .

Why they chose this property

Following a vision I moved to Montana from the growing crowds of south Florida in 1975. I was completely taken with the pristine waters the unspoiled landscape and the dramatic change of the seasons. Built a log home near Bigfork started a metal shop and never looked back. A river runs through Bigfork and pours into the Flathead a world class lake the largest natural lake west of the Mississippi.There is abundant wild life here on the property, from deer and coyotes, to countless birds of prey like Great Horned Owls and bald eagles.

What makes this property unique

Being just minutes from the quaint mountain village of Bigfork, yet far enough out to have a private, rural
feel. Great place to relax, take walks, or witness the processes involved in the studio. I enjoy sharing this
wonderful property with others. Lee Proctor

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