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Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly.

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A grassy area with picnic tables and chairs, a dock extending into a body of water, and a rainbow in the background.
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A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a black countertop, white cabinets, a sink, and a coffee maker.
A large, green building with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.
A wooden cabin-style bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Flathead Lake
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Elmo, MT
  • Place, Flathead Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flathead River
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Flathead National Forest
    ‪59 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly.

Welcome to Gran’s Cabins on Flathead Lake – Flo’s Cabin

Relax and unwind at Flo’s Cabin, a pet-friendly 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat on private property in Elmo, Montana, right on the shores of beautiful Flathead Lake. Flo’s Cabin is one of two short-term rentals on the property, offering privacy while still being part of a friendly, shared setting.

Guests can enjoy 150 feet of private lake frontage, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful lake views. (Please note: swim at your own risk—there is no lifeguard on duty.)

Flathead Lake water levels are managed by the Seli'š Ksanka Qlispe' (SKQ) Dam, with the goal of reaching a full pool elevation of 2,893 feet by mid-June each year. Weather patterns and seasonal conditions can affect lake levels, and Energy Keepers Inc. manages dam operations to balance irrigation, recreation, and power generation needs. The lake is typically lowered by about 10 feet during the winter months.

Inside, Flo’s Cabin has everything you need for a comfortable stay:

A small kitchen stocked with essential utensils and cooking equipment

A BBQ grill for easy outdoor meals

A futon couch in the living area that can sleep up to two additional guests
The cabin itself is private, but outdoor spaces are shared with guests staying in the second cabin and with our family, who occasionally stay in on-site RVs. Shared amenities include the lawn, beach access, dock, gazebo, fire pit, and parking area.

We provide firewood and hotdog roasting sticks so you can enjoy a cozy evening around the fire.

Guests also have access to kayaks, paddleboard, and other water recreation equipment. Use of this equipment at your own risk, and the property owners are not liable for accidents or injuries.

Sunrises over Flathead Lake are absolutely stunning—you won’t want to miss them.

Flo’s Cabin is located just 15–20 minutes from Polson and Lakeside, offering a peaceful base for both adventure and relaxation.

Planning to visit Glacier National Park? It’s about a 2.5-hour drive from the cabin. Visit the parks website for entry information.

Need more space? Book the second cabin on-site for friends or family while keeping your privacy.

Cabins are cleaned and managed by your host. We may stay in an RV on the property and are happy to provide **local tips, assistance, or complete privacy—whatever makes your stay most enjoyable**. We are more likely to be staying on the property **during peak season**, while visits may be less frequent during quieter times of the year. We also have two friendly dogs on the property—a **Pomsky and a Collie**. They are well-behaved and social, but we’re happy to keep them away if you prefer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$25/night per pet, max $125 per pet per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and 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.
$25/night per pet, max $125 per pet/stay. Please tell us how many pets when booking. Multiple pets or longer stays may require an adjustment.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3520588vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Elmo

Located in Elmo, this cabin is on the waterfront. Mission Mountain Winery and Blacktail Mountain Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Flathead Lake and Big Arm State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Elmo, MT

What's nearby

  • Flathead Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Flathead River - 23 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Woodland Water Park - 55 min drive - 70.9 km
  • Flathead National Forest - 59 min drive - 89.2 km
  • Foys Lake - 60 min drive - 74.7 km

Getting around

  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chuck Wagon Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mission Mountain Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • Melita Lodge
  • ‪Idle Spur - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Flo’s Cabin at Grans – Flathead Lakefront, Firepit, Dock, Kayaks, Pet Friendly. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Flathead Lake and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Big Arm State Park. Mission Mountain Winery and Eagle Cove Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minta & Joe are wonderful hosts! Our stay was perfect! Everything was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakeview vrbo, Joe and Minta were wonderful host. The cabin had all the bells and whistles. So much to do on the lake or just sit in one of the many sitting areas and enjoy the serenity of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Really nice cabin— clean and comfortable. It has everything you might need. Owners, Joe and Minta, are personable and very accommodating. They treated us like family.Location is fantastic! Right on the lake with a beautiful view of the mountains. The posted photos don’t do it justice. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful, serene vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful get-away place. Hosts are very gracious and helpful. The cabin is lovely, very comfortable . Minta and Joe have all your needs covered . Beautiful groomed yard with area for grilling or just relaxing by the water. Can,t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as described and simply beautiful! Had anything we might need. The view of the lake was simply breathtaking! We will be back if you’ll have us! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe and Minta were amazing. They were super friendly and helpful!They, and the property, are extremely dog friendly. They allowed our 2 dogs to be off leash for ball play and for swims in the lake. I'm pretty sure the dogs never wanted to leave!The cabin was perfect. It was clean and included everything we needed.The lake is incredible and the views are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great location and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, excellent hosts. This little cabin had everything we needed for a weekend to unplug and unwind. Great greeter...very cute furry and friendly. Definitely planning on coming here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Worth the stay

It was all amazing! No problems and we had everything we needed. Great amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

The cabin was exactly what was shown and the hosts went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying our stay. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thank you Alex. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! Until we meet again…….
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gods country

Beautiful place to spend the week. Looking forward to our next vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful lake vacation

We had such a wonderful time. The cabin is small but very well equipped. The kayaks are so fun and we spent most of our time in the water. Flathead lake is so clean and the water was a comfortable temp.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible stay

We loved our stay at Flo’s cabin. The location is perfect. Joe and Minta were incredible hosts and anything we needed they were able to provide for us. I would highly recommend staying here and look forward to staying again the next time we are near Flathead Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Family Va-cay

We had a wonderful stay at Gran’s on Flathead Lake in Flo’s cabin! Minta and Joe were super helpful and hospitable! The cabin was just as described and we enjoyed a great stay! Would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Very Charming and beautiful views!

We enjoyed our stay so much we plan on returning. It was so charming and cozy, very clean and they had everything you would need for the stay. The views and the lake front was awesome. So relaxing and enjoyable. thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was exactly as advertised. Everything seemed very new and clean. The kitchen was well appointed and the entire small house was amazingly efficient in design. The owners were very attentive and very friendly. The lake was only steps from the unit and there were various water toys and kayaks available. Really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent cabin and view

The cabin was very cute and well-stocked. We met our hosts, who were super nice. The location was a great base from which to travel to different towns and areas that we had never been to. The view was gorgeous and it was a very peaceful setting. I don't think we could have enjoyed it any more than we did.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous cabin

I fell in love with the cabin the minute i walked in the door. Beautifully built and nicely decorated. Absolutely spotless. Private boat docks, hammocks, huge firepit patio area by the water. pluscovered area fir bbq
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Very Relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Lots of fun! Welcome anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Flathead Lake at your door.

Our family had a great stay in Flo's cabin! The location was great for enjoying Flathead Lake and surrounding areas. The cabin was immaculate and had everything we needed for our stay. And Joe and Minta are amazing hosts! They wee
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thank you!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed Flo’s cabin.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gracious hosts

One of the best experiences we have had through vrbo. The owners of this property are amazing and love what they do. Kindness was shared around every corner. Thanks for the opportunity.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning and peaceful

The house was exceptionally clean and very well stocked with everything we needed. The property is stunning and the views from the shore are indescribable also, the lake access is easy and the crystal clear water was a dream. The host was great with communicating the check in and check out process. You will love every minute of your stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you Cary!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint, Quiet and Relaxing

We celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary at Flo's cabin and had an amazing time. The accommodation was spotless, cozy, and well-equipped with everything we needed. The sunrise was stunning. Minta and Joe, the owners, warmly welcomed us and treated us to a lovely evening boat ride. We look forward to making our way back for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Minta Johnson

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Hi, we’re Joe & Minta —Montana locals who love sharing the beauty of Flathead Lake with others. We live part-time on the property in our RV and are always nearby if you need anything, but we’re also happy to give you space to enjoy a peaceful, private stay.

We’ve spent years enjoying this lake with our family, pets (a friendly Pomsky and Collie), and close friends. Hosting gives us a chance to meet people from all over and help them make memories in a place we truly love.

Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or just breathe in some fresh Montana air, we’re glad to welcome you to Gran’s Cabins and hope you feel right at home.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful lakefront stay with 150 ft of private shoreline, kayaks, paddleboards, dock, fire pit, and gazebo. Pet-friendly, with firewood and roasting sticks included. Hosts onsite for help or privacy. Ideal for couples or groups booking both cabins.

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