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Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard

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Spacious 5 Bedroom -Luxury log house ideal for families and Montana Adventures
Main living room with floor to ceiling fireplace, flat screen TV
Firepit with wood provided, next to hot tub and covered grill area for guests.
Unwind in style—King Bed, fireplace, double shower, soaking tub, and porch.
Lower Family room with sleeper sofa, TV and fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Whitefish, MT
  • Place, Majestic Valley Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier Bank Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard

Walking Bear Lodge – Private Whitefish Retreat | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, 5BR/5BA Near Glacier

Spacious Log Home with 2 Kitchens, 4 Fireplaces & Room to Relax

Plenty of room for your group to spread out, whether you're traveling with 10 or up to 18 guests. Walking Bear Lodge offers the perfect balance of togetherness and privacy on 5 peaceful acres just minutes from downtown Whitefish and Glacier National Park.

Designed for families, couples, and groups traveling together, this custom log home makes it easy to relax, reconnect, and enjoy Montana in comfort. Pet-friendly you can bring FIDO

Why Guests Love Staying Here

✔ 5 bedrooms & 5 full bathrooms — space and comfort for your group
✔ 11 separate beds including 2 king suites, 3 queens, and 6 XL twins
✔ Optional sleeper sofa for added flexibility if needed
✔ 4 fireplaces for cozy Montana evenings
✔ 2 fully equipped kitchens — ideal for large groups
✔ Private hot tub & fire pit under the stars
✔ 3 covered porches and a covered patio with grill — ideal for relaxing, dining, and enjoying Montana’s outdoors in any season
✔ Multiple living areas for gathering and spreading out
✔ 5-acre setting with room to relax and play

The Space

Walking Bear Lodge is thoughtfully designed for group travel, offering 5,000 sq ft of living space with warm log interiors, high ceilings, and comfortable gathering areas.

Sleeping is designed for comfort and flexibility:

2 King Suites (private bathrooms)
3 Queen Beds
6 XL Twin Beds (great for kids or flexible group setups)
Optional queen sleeper sofa for additional space if needed

11 separate beds give your group plenty of flexibility.

Having 5 full bathrooms makes mornings and evenings easy — especially for larger groups.

Designed for Groups

With two full kitchens, multiple living areas, and indoor/outdoor gathering spaces, your group can spend time together while still enjoying privacy when needed.

Large great room with stone fireplace
Lower-level lounge with walk-out access
4 TVs for movies and downtime
Plenty of seating for meals and conversation
Outdoor Living

Enjoy Montana’s natural beauty right outside your door:

Soak in the private hot tub
Gather around the fire pit for s’mores
Relax on 3 covered porches and multiple decks
Grill and dine on the covered patio

The open space and layout make it ideal for families and groups to enjoy time outdoors.

Location – Close to Everything
5 minutes to downtown Whitefish (restaurants, shops, events)
20 minutes to Whitefish Mountain Resort (skiing & summer activities)
25 minutes to Glacier National Park

Enjoy easy access to top attractions while staying in a quiet, private setting.

Perfect For
Family vacations
Groups of couples
Wedding guests and events
Ski trips and Glacier adventures
Retreats and getaways with space to relax
A Comfortable Group Experience
Golf trips ( near 4 courses)

Walking Bear Lodge is designed to make group travel easy — with space to spread out, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and thoughtful amenities throughout.

Whether you're planning an active Montana adventure or a relaxing retreat, you'll have everything you need for a memorable stay.

Book Your Whitefish Getaway

Enjoy the space, comfort, and location that make Walking Bear Lodge a favorite for families and groups visiting Whitefish and Glacier National Park.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Porta crib and high chair available
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Events

No events allowed
Not allowed if total # of guests exceeds 20
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional fee of $150/pet 2 max.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There will be an additional charge of $200 if there is any pet waste found on the property. Please inspect yard upon arrival. Can and shovel provided.
No firearms can be discharged on the property they must remain unloaded and stored during your stay.

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
Note from host: Not allowed if total # of guests exceeds 20
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Whitefish

Located in Whitefish, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Dick Idol Signature Gallery and Alpine Theatre Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Whitefish Performing Arts Center and Stumptown Ice Den. Travelling with kids? Consider Glacier Lanes and Casino and Big Sky Waterpark. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Whitefish, MT

What's nearby

  • Majestic Valley Arena - 7 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Glacier Bank Park - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Riverside Park - 8 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Northern Pines Golf Club - 8 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Whitefish Theatre Company - 9 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Whitefish Depot - 10 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midway Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Nite Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jagz Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Goat Haunt Saloon - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard on 27 May 2026 start from AU$1,181, 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 Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Retreat • Whitefish & Glacier • 2 King Suites • Hot Tub & Firepit & Yard located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of North Valley Hospital, Whitefish Performing Arts Center, and Flathead River. Blanchard Lake and Riverside Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house/lodge, the owners were great, and the location was awesome too, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, responsive manager, lovely time!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described and than some! Perfect size for our family of 16. A great hub for our winter vacation. Kitchen was stocked the best of any vrbo ive ever had. The host LuAnn was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place in a great location. House had most things we could possibly need including firewood. Excellent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All fine. Host stayed very responsive and answered any questions and was supportive when our flight out was cancelled. Pictures were accurate. It's a very nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home! We had an incredible time in whitefish!!!! Kitchen is well stocked - plenty of space for the entire family!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a large log house that comfortably accommodates a large family. It is surrounded by nature - a unique experience. I found dozens of dead bugs on the floor. That could be remedied by someone inspecting the house before the guests' arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely the best! Such an amazing cabin with tons of extras. This place works great for families!! Love love this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We got married in Glacier National Park and this home was perfect for our family and friends. Plenty of room, the fire & hot tub were added bonuses! Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great stay

great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Great Place to Stay

The property was very clean. We loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This large home is located in a great area with easy access to Glacier National Park, Kalispell and the surrounding area. I have rented homes for many years for family gatherings and this the most well stocked home I have rented. LuAnn is a superb host! She is very responsive, accommodating and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely stay her again if we return to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sixteen family members used Walking Bear as base camp for 10 days in NW Montana. Great location - easy to get to Whitefish, Kalispell, Big Fork, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Lake, and Glacier. House had just about everything we could have needed and the hot tube and large backyard were put to good use.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Property was perfect for 5 couples! Each couple had their own bathroom. Kitchen was large and well equipped. LuAnn very responsive to our questions. Beautiful setting and close to Whitefish and GNP entrance. Would definitely recommend and will stay on property in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer C.

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

After wedding and trip to glacier

We spent time in glacier after getting married on Flathead Lake and stayed at Lu Ann’s beautiful cabin afterwards with family. It was beautiful and we enjoyed the large kitchen and spending time around the fire pit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert L.

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

awesome stay!

would love to come back again. great location, perfect house, awesome host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Great place, well stocked, and great location!

The house was perfect for our big group!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Family celebrations

Beautiful location close to every thing Home layout was perfect for us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

Beautiful home!!

We had a great time! Perfect place to stay for our son's wedding!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Family Vacation

A group of 17 family members, ages 9 months to 88 years old, all enjoyed our stay! The home is conveniently located near Glacier’s west entrance and equipped with amenities that suit every age!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Beautiful home

We celebrated my husbands 50th birthday with a group of our friends. House layout was great and stocked with all the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay. Walking Bear is beautiful, comfortable & well beyond expectations. We have stayed in many vacation homes over the years & by far this was the best supplied home. There were 14 of us & we had plenty of room. We all enjoyed the visits from a momma deer & her babies. Lu Ann was wonderful. She was very responsive to any question we had. The location is excellent, convenient to Kalispell & about a half hour to the west entrance of Glacier. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Another Great Stay!

Beautiful property with a friendly and responsive team behind it. Will 100% be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

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

Montana Cabin

House is as described, Owner is very helpful in suggesting restaurants, places to see, and how to get into the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee N.

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

Lovely mountain home

Pictures don’t do this beautiful cabin justice. It is conveniently located near Whitefish grocery stores and downtown. Ski slopes are just 20 minutes away. We have fallen in love with Montana and would certainly like to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by LuAnn

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Dr. Steven Schram , skier, mountain climber, rafter, hiker,x-country skier, snowshoer, father, husband......one lucky guy!

Why they chose this property

I have traveled across the country for years. looking a place that has it all .Whitefish, Montana isn't the only place where you can ski, golf , hike and fish but it is one of the only ones I know that you can do it all in the same day. It is the endless vacation. The summer days are so long that I often joke that it is hard to go to bed when you have to wear sun glasses. I dreamed of one day moving back to Lake Tahoe but when I found Whitefish it was still unspolied like I remember Lake Tahoe being years ago. The deal breaker for me was Glacier National Park. The last completely intact ecosystem. I believe that being connected to nature is essential to being healthy and happy. Be careful when you come here you just might not leave..I didn't.

What makes this property unique

When you come to Montana you want to wake up feeling like you are in Montana. If you want to wake up in a hotel room and eat at McDonalds you can do that any where. I wanted you to wake up and look out upon the fir trees and pines from your real log lodge. If you look, you can see Deer, moose and horses. The wild turkeys sometimes will wake you up with their morning stroll. At night, the howls of coyotes in the distance will sing you to sleep. You are close to everything. One of my goals was that you spend as little time in a car as possible. Most of the area attractions are 10-15 minutes at the most ,in your car. Glacier park is 30 minutes. To me it is the perfect place. Food shopping and getting all that may be necessary is only minutes away. I even have a chef that will prepare meals and leave them in the fridge so that all you have to do is play and relax. You can stroll the grounds in the evening and sit out by the firepit making smores feeling like you are in a commercial for the perfect vacation. You don't have to miss a single comfort of home. There is WiFi through out and plenty of space for your furry child (dog) to enjoy the vacation as much as you do.

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