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Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance

Holiday home in Babb with kitchen and patio

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Spacious & comfortable deck for morning coffee and evening relaxing.
Elk Willows Guest House
Large living room with library, satellite TV and DVD player
Open floor plan and architectual details
Fully stocked kitchen with side-by-side fridge, island & breakfast bar

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Babb, MT
  • Place, St. Mary Visitor Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Belly River
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Mary Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance

Elk Willows Guest Home. Don't wait to book your dates! The Ranch is usually completely booked well before the summer season starts! Reserve your stay now to get the dates you want.

Welcome to Paul Ranch Montana! We provide separate, enhanced clean & sanitized accommodations (each with private cooking and bathroom facilities), open areas and an ideal location to relax and enjoy the view. Service to your home for fresh towels and garbage removal is available on request.

Ideal vacation lodging: a beautiful ranch setting, apart from the traditional tourist scene, in comfortable, relaxed surroundings. ELK WILLOWS GUEST HOME is one of 5 unique accommodations we offer. All are in a private setting for guests looking for lodging with a personal touch. If your vacation is centered around exploring this unique area, you are within minutes of area activities and attractions. The East Entrance to Glacier Park is 15 minutes away, Many Glacier Valley is 20 minutes, Two Medicine Valley is an hour's scenic drive as is Waterton National Park in Canada. The Ranch is an ideal place to return to after a day of activity; to kick back, relax and plan your next day's adventure. If you prefer time to read, write, photograph or other more solitary pursuits, you will enjoy the space, privacy and inspiring natural ambience. All our vacation rentals offer the serenity, privacy and views that Paul Ranch Montana LLC is famous for.

Centrally located for a variety of destinations and pursuits, this premium vacation home is spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained. Each of our residences is personally and individually decorated so you will be in a comfortable home. The spacious kitchen and breakfast bar are perfect for casual meals and the separate dining area offers views of Glacier Park mountains. The living room includes a library and the separate sitting room includes a gas fireplace. The master suite includes a large bathroom with double sinks, garden tub, and oversized shower with seating. The smaller bathroom has a tub/shower combo and single sink. The on site washer/dryer provides an extra convenience. Service is available for trash removal and exchanging towels on request.

A large deck off the front door offers mountain views of Glacier Park that are beyond belief and is a perfect place to dine, to start your day with morning coffee or to end your evening relaxing and viewing wildlife that inhabit the property. A large open field invites an evening stroll. This is a plus for families traveling with children.

If you would like to reserve 1 night in-between existing reservations, please inquire. Even though a two-night minimum is listed, we like to fill those 1-night vacancies whenever possible.

PAUL RANCH MONTANA LLC proudly announces it has been accepted as a Silver level GreenLeader into the new GreenLeaders™ program, which helps travelers plan greener trips by identifying environmentally friendly accommodations across the U.S.

WILD HEART REFUGE, comprised of 155 acres, has been set aside on the Ranch as a wildlife refuge. The commitment of Paul Ranch Montana is to leave acreage undisturbed to support indigenous wildlife that live on, give birth on and migrate across the land.

SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR OTHER LODGING CHOICES which include our newest additions of 2 cabins (MIISTÁK (MOUNTAIN) CABIN, VRBO # 3097428 & KIÁÁYO (BEAR) CABIN VRBO # 486340), our economical 2 bedroom/1 bath vacation rental (Wagon Wheel Guest Home, VRBO # 251044) and our no-frills bunkhouse rv (Chaps & Spurs Bunkhouse RV, VRBO # 646810).

This home is pet-free. Water and pasture available if traveling with horses

On-site caretakers will ensure your stay is exceptional with personalized attention to detail.

Enjoy the mountain views, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and the sounds of nature.

Enjoy the alpacas who inhabit the property… they are such curious, mystical creatures.

We are adjacent to a wetlands conservation area which provides a great area for birding.

Keywords: Home, Vacation Rental, House

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 deadlock

About the area

Babb

Babb is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Glacier National Park and Waterton Lakes National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Lee Creek Valley Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Babb, MT

What's nearby

  • Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park - 11 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Waterton Lakes National Park - 15 min drive - 30.8 km
  • St. Mary Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 30.3 km
  • St. Mary Lake - 20 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Grinnell Glacier Trailhead - 30 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron Supper Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glacier Edge Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Leaning Tree Cafe and Campground - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Glacier Drip Espresso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Babb Press - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance located?

Situated in Babb, this holiday home is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Glacier National Park and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. St. Mary Visitor Center and St. Mary Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Orit H.

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

Great stay

Good location lovely flat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Perfect Place close to Glacier!

This was our third time visiting Glacier and our favorite place we have stayed! Easy check in and easy to find. We loved visiting the Alpacas and horses and seeing the hummingbirds off the deck. The views were amazing! Andrew and Cheyenne made us feel right at home once we arrived. So close to all of the best of East Glacier and so cozy and inviting. The added bonus was the incredible stargazing! We made so many special family memories here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Glacier National Park Traveler

Great location, very clean, all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine h.

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

2 nights in Babb MT

This property was perfect for our group. Very comfortable and quiet with easy access to Glacier NP. We had everything we needed and we would have loved to stay longer had there been availability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Perfect home away from home!

Wonderful views out every window. Quiet and well kept and well stocked with all the dishes, cooking utensils. A comfortable place when the weather isn’t perfect for hiking. Easy access to trails and to Canada. Great responsive hosts!!Have stayed numerous times and always found it perfect
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen g.

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

quiet and not far from GNP

Lots of space for the six adults we had in group.quiet and gorgeous views of a different nature than within the park.Easy ,quick drive to East entrance.All in party said beds comfortable,enough towels provided.Decor is as shown in pics,so be prepared for 70's and 80's.Recommend Two Sisters cafe for eating out.After people packed GNP,all loved coming back to the quiet and views and space to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

This is an amazing spot on the East side of Glacier

Great location and a very memorable stay! The ranch managers were so kind and easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed meeting them. The property is exactly as described and very comfortable. The alpacas, llama, and horse were so fun to see on the property. The views across the valley are beautiful. There are bears that roam the hills, so you have to be cautious, but we never felt in danger. The location was very close to the Many Glacier entrance and to St Mary. Please take the warnings of limited grocery options to heart. Everything is more expensive in this area, so come prepared as best as you can. I couldn't recommend this place more!! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ver nice hosts and beautiful clean property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kind hosts, immaculately clean property, very spacious. We were advised to bring our own drinking water which was no problem. We saw deer and elk from the windows over morning coffee. Strong WiFi and plenty of hot water and everything we needed was provided. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 2 days in Glacier National Park. Andrew and Cheyenne met us when we arrived and were very friendly and helpful. The house was a wonderful place to stay. The location was relaxing and not very far from the Many Glacier and St. Mary entrances to the park. The house has lots of space, big bedrooms, two living areas, a large fully equipped kitchen. We loved the large picture windows in one of the living areas and the large dining table with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Thank you for an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was just what we wanted. The hosts were amazing and very responsive. Food and groceries were a little bit of a drive but not bad. It got a little warm in the house but we opened windows and used the fans. It was a quiet stay where we could just breath and be within a reasonable drive of the park. We’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the sunrise over the hills, seeing the Milky Way among the star filled sky. Andrew and Cheyenne were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Paul Ranch is amazing with the cattle, alpacas and llama and Remy, the dog too! Absolutely gorgeous sunrises in the morning over the mountains. Cheyenne and Andrew were the perfect hosts. Thank you again for finding my eyeglasses!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Montana. Quiet with terrific access to all things East Glacier St Mary, Sun Road and North. If one enjoys the Authentic aspects ofva national park then one cannot go wrong here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack r.

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

Great stay

Beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Absolutely amazing hosts

My kids loved the animals! Also these were some of the best hosts we have ever had. So friendly and helpful. Great for a family or group who wants an authentic Montana ranch experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

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

Paul Ranch/Elk Willow was great!

All communications with the property managers was flawless, before and during. They met us very quickly as we parked are car and gave us all the information we needed. The house was spotless. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. The views were endless. We even were lucky enough to see the herd of elk, deer and the bear that frequent their property. We would highly recommend this listing for all of the above and for the proximity to GNP and Waterton. If we ever come for another trip, this would be first on our list for a place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family enjoyed being able to spread out and spend our three-day vacation in this ranch house. The house was well appointed with everything we needed. The kitchen was bright and cheery, and furniture was comfortable.We especially liked sitting out on the deck and grilling our meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Great place in east glacier

Very clean and well stockedWe loved the placeThe view is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maris L.

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

Amazing stay on this beautiful ranch!

We were blown away by this property. What a gorgeous ranch and the house we stayed in (Elk Willows) was on top of the hill looking out over the ranch. It was so fun to see the horses and alpacas roam around. We also saw a black bear, an elk and deer right on the property. This house is located about 30 minutes to the stunning Many Glacier area. The house was so clean and spacious. It had all the comforts of home and then some. We appreciated the washer & dryer and also that they provided bear spray. Cheyenne and Andrew were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

Great place!

Amazing view of Glacier Mountains from one set of windows and a long view of horses out another window. We were hoping to see the Northern Lights, but they didn’t cooperate but the view allowed for it. The house was clean, well organized and private with a lot of books. Very comfortable. Our king size bed in the master was perfectly comfortable. The property managers were very nice and friendly and we loved seeing the horses and alpacas. Bring plenty of bottled water as the property is on a cistern system. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

desiree m.

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

15 Minutes to Many Glacier

Stayed at the Elk Willows home. Perfect for me and my husband. Well stocked kitchen, full sized washer / dryer, super comfortable king size bed, good quality bath towels, loved the soaker tub - after full hiking days it was a blessing. The caretakers, Cheyenne and Andrew were awesome! Very friendly and outgoing. Our rental car had a low tire and they met us at the shop on the ranch and allowed my husband to use the air compressor to air the tire up! We would stay here again in a minute! We brought all of our groceries on the west side and cooked every single night. Highly recommend staying here, the big sky views are beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

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

Perfect spot for visiting Glacier

Beautiful scenery, easy drive to Glacier Natl Park. Very large, comfortable, clean home. Friendly hosts. Recommended for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia L.

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

Conveniently close to Glacier NP

Friendly caretakers. Spacious and well-equipped. Night sky was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by PAUL RANCH MONTANA

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As a native of Montana, I was raised with sweeping prairies and rugged mountains. The Paul Ranch is 160 acres of natural beauty, and I can't imagine living anywhere else. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing this peaceful and spectacular setting. Andrew & Cheyenne, your hosts, will personalize your stay to make it one to remember. Come stay with us a while...

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of the Ranch include the wildlife that inhabit the property, the pair of red tailed hawks that take up residency every year, the awesome mountain vistas, the clean air, the clear night sky, the get-away-from-it-all setting. Hearing the morning and evening sounds from the wetlands conservation area that borders the property will connect you with nature and refresh your spirit.

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