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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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Bigfork, MT
Echo Lake
Place, Echo Lake
15 min drive
Flathead River
Place, Flathead River
17 min drive
Bigfork Summer Playhouse
Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
18 min drive
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
42 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy
This iconic Montana Luxury Riverhouse is situated in the heart of Flathead Valley and convenient to Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Whitefish and Kalispell Airport. This affordable family oriented home on almost one private, sunny, riverfront acre features gorgeous views with direct river access. Abundant lawn with fire pit and outside furniture and hammock plus hot tub invites wilderness enjoyment in comfort.
If you like to fly fish, this is your place. Enjoy world class fly fishing right out the back door for prized Rainbow trout. From the deck, the hot tub, fire pit or hammock, your family and friends can watch eagles and ospreys fish the river with you. Geese and ducks are plentiful in Swan River's cool, sparkling babbling water with deer and wild turkeys sometimes visiting the front yard.
Float down the Swan River on inflatable rafts and tubes provided plus get some exercise on the four adult 21 speed mountain bikes, Play croquet and enjoy other fun outdoor games to promote family memories.
Quiet and tranquil, this home is a perfect base for day trips to explore all that Montana has to offer. The artist village of Bigfork is close with galleries, restaurants, breweries, shopping, golf, live theater, horseback riding and tours on Flathead Lake. Water recreational sports like whitewater rafting, diving, sailing and boating means there is something for everyone close by for every member of the family.
Glacier National Park, arguably one of our most scenic national parks, is less than an hour away. Also nearby are Crane Mountain and Jewel Basin, popular for hiking and spectacular scenery. The Bob Marshall Wilderness, a little farther away, with day or overnight pack trips into pristine wilderness.
The home features a king bed in a huge, separate master suite with walk in closet that sports oversized tub and cedar sauna. Queen beds are in the second bedroom and the spacious loft. The gourmet kitchen has hardwood cabinetry and granite counter tops and is fully equipped with everything a chef requires. Expansive floor plan provides spectacular water and wilderness views from every room. A bonus family entertainment room has a high ceiling open to the loft and a wood burning pot belly stove with big screen TV. The living room offers a gas fireplace overlooking the yard, river and forest. Linens and towels are provided in this immaculate and clean home. Bedrooms are air conditioned.
The property also offers a new, very high end cottage as as separate rental. We will list it with VRBO once furnishings are complete and we have photos. It has a master BR with a queen Murphy bed, an adjoining room with a double bed, an exquisite kitchen with a luxury dining "island" and in unit full laundry. Awesome views of the river. Fully air conditioned.
Summer regional promotions provide a lot of entertaining options including music festivals, rodeos and farmers markets. Early August means that for two or three weeks there are world famous Flathead Lake Cherries for purchase from any of a number of roadside stands. Shop the Ferndale Market just minutes away --- a complete outdoors outfitter. Winter means cross country skiing, snowmobiling and all recreational activities that are this area's winter wonderland.
Montana means Nature. The experience will refresh your soul and spirit. Please check out our reviews to hear what our guests have to say.
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Upon 48 hours of booking acceptance, you will be required to answer a series of questions via Vrbo inbox.
Host is within his right to cancel the reservation is guest is deemed not a good fit. Pet waste must be picked up on a daily basis.
Renter must notify Host within 2 days of check-in of any existing conditions that are out of the ordinary
Important information
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Property # 803585vb
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
Bigfork
Located in Bigfork, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flathead Lake and Wayfarers State Park, while Riecke's Bayside Gallery and Bigfork Summer Playhouse are cultural highlights. Eva Gates Homemade Preserves and Kehoe's Agate Shop are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
A Bar - 6 min drive
Flathead Lake Brewing Company - 15 min drive
El Topo Cantina - 16 min drive
Split Rock Restaurant - 15 min drive
The Tall Pine Lounge And Casino - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$957, 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 Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elegant Montana Home 3 BR w/ Sauna & Hot Tub - Premier Fishing Spot + Privacy located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Flathead National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Swan Valley and Wayfarers State Park. Eva Gates Homemade Preserves and Riecke's Bayside Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time at Bob’s property! First he was a fantastic host who made the entire process from booking to leaving smooth and easy. Our favorite part was taking in the river and wildlife with a cup of coffee every morning. The yard and view are even better in person. We will be back!
We had the best time on Rippling Waters! The beautiful river was our playground and we floated, fished and just enjoyed the beauty of it all. The home was so comfortable and well appointed and the owner was so dear and helpful. It was the best place to celebrate my birthday with my family!! We will be back!
This was one of our best vacations. The house was so beautiful and accomodating. The owners, Bob and his wife went out of their way to provide us with rafts, bikes, outdoor games etc. The view of the river everyday from the house was spectacular! It was truly a very special place for us!
This house on Swan River is the best rental we have had in 10 years of coming to the Bigfork area! The kitchen was stocked with everything you might need for making meals along with a pantry full of helpful items. The house was clean and had plenty of extra blankets, towels, and linens for our week-long stay. Each day we enjoyed watching the ducks and deer out in they yard and river, along with friendly people floating by the house. Access to kayaks and tubes for enjoying the river was a definite bonus.
Perfect Montana vacation base! Our family enjoyed this property tremendously! Hot tub, fire pit, hammock, fishing, tubing, and playing in the river right in the backyard, sauna, can’t get better than this! The layout of the house worked perfectly for our large group. We made all of our meals in the house kitchen and on the grill, the house had everything we needed. Bob was the best host, he even shared his raspberry patch and honey from his bees with us! We would go back in a heartbeat!
If you are looking for a magical getaway on a special property, then look no further than this one. First, the property host, Bob is an extremely nice person who makes you feel right at home immediately! He was there to greet us personally and took the time to show us all the amenities. The house itself was immaculate and was very well appointed with everything you need for your vacation. The property is right on the river and nothing could be more peaceful than just listening to the water rolling over the rocks while have a glass of wine in the hot tub! I cant recommend Bob and this property enough. So when you are ready to treat yourself to something truly special, book this home!
Sincerely,
Kit Boyd
Pictures can be deceiving, but not this time. It was better than advertised. House was spotless, yard was manicured, Bob was the perfect gentleman. Had a black bear visit the back yard! Super cool! Big Fork is a great small town. Make sure to get a burger at the A Bar just down the road. Only an hour to the entrance of Glacier State Park. Would definitely stay here when we go back. Thanks Bob.
We spent a week at this clean and functional home within a gorgeous setting. Place was stocked well with table essentials and recreational stuff for games floating and touring all of which were use for great enjoyment . When time and circumstance permit we’d love to come back for an extended stay. The owner was pleasant accommodating and responsive to all requests
Beautiful house right along the Swan River. Perfect place for your family to enjoy hiking, fishing, floating the swan river or whatever you like to do. Bob was an incredibly friendly and gracious host. Made sure everything was perfect for us and very accommodating. We would highly recommend!
Pictures are 100% accurate, beautiful property!! We really enjoyed sitting at the fire by the river at night. It is so very peaceful. We were also lucky enough to see deer and a black bear come through the yard!!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. Peaceful location on the river with an easy drive to explore Big Fork, Kalispell, Whitefish and Glacier National Park; it’s clean, comfortable with every amenity we could wish for, including a friendly and responsive host. We hope to return.
We loved our stay on the Swan River. The house was as listed and perfect for our family of 4 plus grandparents. The boys loved playing in the yard and the river. We floated in the kayak and tube, enjoyed the hot tub and sauna, and spent a great deal of time enjoying the large deck listening to the sounds of the river and watching the neighborhood deer. The location was great - close enough to town and activities but very quiet and peaceful. Bob was friendly, responsive and very helpful to accommodate us last minute after a local fire pushed us out of another rental. What a blessing in disguise! If we are back in the area we would definitely love to stay here again!
Spacious and comfortable riverfront property. The backyard deck and lawn perfect for relaxing and enjoying sights and sounds of the beautiful Swan River. Very peaceful and serene. Our host Bob was very friendly and helpful. Great and easy communication before and during our stay. We had fresh picked strawberries from the garden waiting for us in fridge upon arrival. Nice Bicycles and float toys available for use made stay extra fun. Spacious kitchen and laundry room provided comforts of home for a perfect vacation.
Wonderful location on the Swan River. We went tubing and fly fishing right outside the back door. Bob provided 4 bikes so we cruised the surrounding area often. Clean house and comfortable home feeling. We did struggle a little in the evenings with the TV and using Roku but we didn't mind, given the wonderful peaceful location.
My husband and I took our Golden Retriever w/ us for a quiet get away from Utah’s heat. We couldn’t have chosen a more perfect place: spacious, fabulous grounds, river access, places to walk, well equipped, very responsive owner couple, clean hot tub, and very quiet and secluded. We will return again!
We had a wonderful time. Bob meet us at the house to walk us through and we felt comfortable with everything when he left. We caught rainbow trout in the river, went kayaking and tubing, went on walks and bike rides and had a lot of down time with our family around the fire pit. We would definitely stay here again.
Heidi H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Wes C.
10 Jan 2019
The house was great, location was great. And Bob was very accommodating.
Only isues were the hot tube was not working, but Bob made sure to let me know before we arrived. And the internet was very slow. Other than that it was a great place and we will for sure be back.
Wes C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
During the off season I have the reduced pricing for internet. I forgot to activate the normal service which probably was the reason for slow internet access. I will remember to activate the regular service during periods in the winter when we have guests. Sorry about that!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
shirley i.
9 Nov 2018
beautiful, out of this world!!
When we arrived everything was clean and welcoming. The beauty of the river and woods took our breath away. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.
shirley i.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
stephen a.
22 Sept 2017
The River House is an awesome place to stay!
From the moment we pulled up into the driveway, we knew this was the right choice. Every detail has been thought of and provided. Thank you Bob and Jan for all you have done to make our stay for 2 weeks next to perfect.
We stay in many VRBO and ABB properties all over the world each year and this place ranks right up there with the best. With two full separate suites and a great kitchen, plenty of deck space with amazing Swan River frontage this is a great get away if you are planning to visit Glacier, Flathead and the Swan areas.
Of course Bigfork is a wonderful small community with plenty to do if we do decide to run into town. But always come back at some point to sit by the River and listen to the water run over the rocks...it is an incredible experience. You can walk right into the river to cool off, hop on a raft and tube down the river or toss a line into one of a few great trout holes for great sport.
This is a wonderful family or two/three couple get away with plenty of room to all spread. I highly recommend Rippling Waters.
cheers Steve, Chris and the Command Sisters
stephen a.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Neuman S.
15 Aug 2017
Excellent Property - Sliker family 08/2017
Property was well kept and very clean. Furnishings were very thorough. Kitchen, bathroom, even rafts for floating the river and fishing rods. Owner was very friendly and made you feel at home. Great location on the river and easy access to both Flathead Lake and Glacier. Would highly recommend for either a quiet get away or family vacation.
Neuman S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
About the host
Hosted by Bob Hansen
Long time resident of Southern California I have spent much of the last three years in Big Fork with my daughter who has lived here for 6 years. I love the quietness, the natural beauty and the closeness to nature which is missing in city living. My purpose is to make opportunities for families to experience the beauty, awesomeness and order of nature. I will be making upgrades to the property and furnishings but these photos reflect the home as it is at this point in time!
Why they chose this property
The home is so comfortable and in an idyllic setting surrounded by the river, trees and wildlife. Yet close to town. A perfect base for exploring Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake and the galleries, shops and restaurants in Bigfork. Or relaxing, reading and watching the wonders of nature.