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Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park

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Front of garage (studio on top floor) with Juliette balcony
Private porch outside the apartment's private entry.
Room
Living area
Room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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West Glacier, MT
  • Popular LocationGlacier National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationApgar Visitor Center9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBob Marshall Wilderness Ranch of Montana17 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park

Nestled in the hills and forest surrounding West Glacier, Montana, this log frame studio apartment is the perfect place for parties of two to relax after a day of hiking and exploring in Glacier National Park and the beautiful Flathead Valley. It is located at the end of the road for ultimate relaxation away from the crowds in and outside the park.

The studio is situated above a detached garage and is accessed via a private parking area and private entrance. There is a covered porch featuring two rocking chairs and a table - the perfect spot for enjoying your morning coffee. The living space offers a kitchen area with refrigerator; convection toaster oven that features bake, grill, and air fry functions; microwave; double-burner infrared cooktop; toaster; and a Keurig coffee machine. The unique live edge countertop holds a single basin, but a separate wash basin for dishes is also available for use. A small table and chairs is also provided for dining or playing games.

The studio has a queen size bed with memory foam mattress and seating area with a large television. Wifi is provided, allowing access to Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, etc.

The bathroom houses a full shower and toilet with plenty of shelving to hold all your personal items.

In addition to the private porch at the entrance, this studio features a Juliette balcony that overlooks the main driveway and an enclosed garden area where chickens roam, fresh fruits and vegetables grow among the flowers, and honeybee hives house our valuable pollinators. Our guests are welcome to help themselves to the garden's fruits and vegetables and to farm fresh eggs. Also seen from the balcony are the surrounding woods and the Belton Mountains, just inside Glacier National Park.

We are located within walking distance of Lake Five and less than 5 miles to the west entrance of Glacier National Park. The outdoor recreation opportunities are endless in our neck of the woods, from river rafting, hiking, rock climbing, star gazing, bike riding, swimming, and fly fishing, to exploring The Crown of the Continent: Glacier National Park. There are a number of golf courses nearby, and plenty of other opportunities to have fun while visiting West Glacier, Montana.

*Please note: as with most all properties in West Glacier and in close proximity to Glacier National Park, our property is situated nearby to railroad tracks. The railroad is an important and monumental part of the history of our area, and you can expect to hear the trains during your visit. We are separated from the tracks by other properties, and we have never had complaints from any guests about this, but we felt it was important to make potential guests aware of this. We provide fan(s) and portable A/C units that help to drown out the sound of the trains at night - we do not even notice them.

We love it here, and we are sure you will, as well.

Property manager

Jamie and Kristy Dickens
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party 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
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

West Glacier

Located in West Glacier, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and Apgar Visitor Center. Glacier Anglers and Amazing Fun Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
Map
West Glacier, MT

What's nearby

  • Glacier National Park - 5 min drive
  • Glacier View Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 9 min drive
  • Lake McDonald - 10 min drive
  • Bob Marshall Wilderness Ranch of Montana - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 4 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freda s West Glacier Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Deerlick Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Glacier Distillery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Packers Roost - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stonefly Lounge - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hiker's Rest: A Relaxing Retreat 5 miles from Glacier National Park located?

Situated on the riverfront, this apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Alberta Tourist Information Center and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Glacier National Park. Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park and Glacier View Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlsa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for West Glacier
We really enjoyed our stay at Hiker's Rest. The location is convenient to the west entrance of Glacier National Park, and it is located in a beautiful forest. Property has all the expected amenities. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars in all categories is that the check-in instructions through VRBO had incorrect information about the wifi. A quick check with the owners straightened that out. There is a white book with all sorts of instructions in the house, but that also wasn't mentioned in the VRBO instructions we received. But really, that was all easily overcome and we had a great stay. We would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, fabulous experience!
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Hiker's Rest. It’s located close to West Glacier and the park entrance. The property provided a quiet getaway after a busy day in the park. The owners simply thought of everything! The welcoming atmosphere felt like home. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Would definitely recommend this place! So close to the park entrance and really appreciated the little things like sandwich baggies and aluminum foil for us to pack up our lunch for a day in the park. We thought the bed was SO comfy too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
20 year anniversary trip to GNP 💓✨️
This place is absolutely amazing! A quick drive to the west entrance to the park. Perfect for beating the crowds for early morning hikes! We felt instantly at home with everything we needed and more. Kristy & Jamie are excellent hosts and super friendly. They even provided us with plenty of farm fresh eggs! We even enjoyed our chance to chat with them and now i have a feeling we will be getting chickens at home now! I highly recommend staying here. They set the bar high to live up to. Thank you for the outstanding stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb A., Louisville, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
This was the perfect spot to relax after hiking. Easy access to GNP. thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jamie and Kristy Dickens

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Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! Hiker's Rest is so close to the West Entrance of Glacier National Park (5 miles!). It is quiet, secluded, comfortable, beautiful, and it hosts a number of wildlife visitors! Aside from being so close to the Park, Lake Five is within walking distance, and the beautiful Flathead River flows nearby, as well, offering many great fishing and swimming holes. This place was love at first sight, and we are excited to share it with you.

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English

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