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5BR Spacious Whitefish Lodge for Families, Close to Town & Skiing

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Whitefish, MT
  • Place, North Valley Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Majestic Valley Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5BR Spacious Whitefish Lodge for Families, Close to Town & Skiing


Plenty of space, a great location, and the comfort of feeling right at home

Black Bear Lodge is a spacious 5-bedroom Whitefish retreat designed for families and groups who want room to spread out, gather comfortably, and enjoy Montana without feeling isolated. Guests consistently mention the peaceful setting, generous living spaces, and how easy it is to get everywhere — skiing, town, groceries, dining, and live music — while still coming home to a quiet lodge at the end of the day.

Perfect for family getaways, friends’ trips, milestone celebrations, or a relaxing winter escape, this well-located lodge offers the rare combination of plenty of space and easy access to everything Whitefish has to offer.

Why Guests Love Staying at Black Bear Lodge

• Spacious indoor living areas with room for everyone
• Fully stocked kitchen designed for real meals and shared gatherings
• Cozy electric fireplace and comfortable, thoughtfully chosen furnishings
• Large private yard for snow play, relaxing, or evenings by the outdoor firepit
• Peaceful, wooded setting that feels private — yet close to town

Whether you’re skiing, snowshoeing, exploring Glacier National Park, or simply enjoying quiet winter evenings together, Black Bear Lodge makes it easy to relax and settle in.

A Location That Makes Winter Easy

Guests love how convenient this home is in every season:

• Just 2 miles to the Snow Bus
• About 10 minutes to downtown Whitefish
• Easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, breweries, and live music
• A straightforward drive to Whitefish Mountain Resort
• Close to Glacier National Park and winter recreation

You get the best of both worlds — a calm, country feel with quick access to town and outdoor adventures.

Winter Perks Included With Your Stay

• Grill with propane provided
• Firewood stocked for the outdoor firepit
• Sleds for guest use
• Boot dryer
• Hot cocoa + marshmallows
• Cozy throw blankets
• Snow shovels & ice melt

Guest-Favorite, Highly Rated Stay

Welcome to Black Bear Lodge — a guest-favorite retreat with 100+ Five-Star Reviews and exceptional guest satisfaction. Guests often describe the home as very clean, comfortable, quiet, and thoughtfully stocked, making it a trusted choice for winter stays in Whitefish.

What Our Guests Say

“This house was absolutely perfect! We loved the pond, the spacious rooms, and the peaceful setting. It felt like home away from home.”
— Jane D.

“Every detail was thought out — from the cozy furnishings to the fully stocked kitchen. We’ll definitely be back!”
— Michael S.

We take pride in providing a clean, comfortable, and well-equipped space where lasting memories are made.

About the Lodge

Black Bear Lodge is a 2,200-square-foot home with five bedrooms and multiple gathering areas, designed to comfortably accommodate families and groups.

Sleeping arrangements include:

1 King bedroom

4 Queen bedrooms

1 Queen sofa bed

1 Queen futon

Two family rooms provide space for relaxing, games, or spreading out after a day of adventure. There are two full bathrooms (one with a Jacuzzi tub and double shower) plus a half bath/laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer.

The kitchen features rustic blue pine cabinetry with granite and soapstone countertops, full-size stainless steel appliances, and all the cookware, utensils, and serving pieces needed for preparing meals and gathering together.

The home is tastefully furnished with custom, handmade furniture and decorated to feel cozy, warm, and welcoming — never commercial.

Outdoor Space & Setting

Set in a private, wooded location surrounded by larch, pine, and birch trees, the lodge offers a true Montana feel. The landscaped grounds include a large lawn and a crystal-blue, rock-lined pond with a flowing fountain.

A covered porch overlooks the pond, making it a perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or peaceful evenings. Guests can also grill on the Weber propane grill or gather outside by the firepit under Montana’s winter stars.

Nearby Attractions & Activities

Black Bear Lodge is centrally located to everything the Flathead Valley has to offer:

• Downtown Whitefish & Whitefish Lake – approx. 4 miles
• Whitefish Mountain Resort (“Big Mountain”) – quick drive through town
• Glacier National Park & Bob Marshall Wilderness – approx. 25 minutes
• Hiking, skiing, fishing, rafting, boating, mountain biking nearby
• Restaurants, breweries, art galleries, theaters, spas, and shops close by

The Majestic Arena is just 4 minutes away and hosts rodeos and events year-round. Several golf courses — including Meadow Lake, Buffalo Hills, and Whitefish Golf Course — are within 10–15 minutes.

Larger Groups & Special Occasions

Black Bear Lodge is located just a short stroll through the woods from the Walking Bear Lodge. Together, the two properties can accommodate up to 30 guests (see VRBO Listing #224622), making them ideal for larger family gatherings or group stays.

The lodge is also near several wedding venues, including Triple B Ranch, and is a popular home base for guests attending Glacier National Park weddings, milestone celebrations, or family reunions.

You’ve found a place that’s spacious, comfortable, well-located, and easy — a true Whitefish favorite.
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During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to North Valley Hospital. A water park, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and in-room jetted baths.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 5 minutes by car from North Valley Hospital and 6 minutes from Majestic Valley Arena
5BR Spacious Whitefish Lodge for Families, Close to Town & Skiing offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly 5BR Spacious Whitefish Lodge for Families, Close to Town & Skiing also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Rules

The house can not at anytime have more than 14 guests.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: 2 pets max. must be pre-approved.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Luxury Vacation House Golf Skiing. Glacier Park
Luxury Vacation Golf Skiing. Glacier Park Downtown Whitefish
Luxury Vacation Golf Skiing. Glacier Park
Luxury Vacation House Golf Skiing. Glacier Park
Luxury Vacation Golf Skiing. Glacier Park Downtown Whitefish
Luxury Vacation Golf Skiing. Glacier Park
Vacation Skiing Glacier Park
Luxury Vacation House Near Golf Skiing. Glacier Park Whitefish

5BR Spacious Whitefish Lodge for Families, Close to Town & Skiing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry C., Mukilteo, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this house and the area. Very wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place. Wifi & internet is limited. Close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the cabin was absolutely perfect. We were able to drive to a reasonable distance to glacier national Park and experience the beautiful surroundings of nature. All the amenities in the home where everything we needed and then some. Truly, a dream come true.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Bear Lodge was a perfect spot for a reunion of old high school friends. We loved enjoying all Montana has to offer in the day and relaxing at the Lodge at night. LuAnn was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

We had 12 older guys who booked LuAnn’s place for four days to play golf. It was great although a little tight for that many. Her place is well equipped and has great views of the pond. We had a fire one night and it was fun. Location is amazing. Close to everything. Lu Ann responds quickly and wants to make your stay enjoyable. We loved our stay and would most certainly come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Clean, comfortable, close to town. No fenced yard and it’s in an area of other rentals
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Home

Property Manager made the stay easy, communicated often and wanted to ensure everything was ok, and ensured we had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven R., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and cozy stay

We were a group of 9 adults. Mostly couples (in our 40's) getting together with old high school best friends and our spouses. We were there mid winter (MLK weekend) and the house was cozy and spacious. The perfect amount of bedrooms (5) and bathrooms (3) There is one king size bed, the rest are queens. Open concept upstairs. With a huge couch. Which was great to SINK into. The kitchen had all the supplies you would need to cook and function ( clean, utensils, garbage bags, saran wrap, coffee makers (2 kinds) etc). We were really happily surprised to see the goodies left for us by the host - thank you!! (I wont ruin any surprises) but it was a very nice touch. Really appreciated. We also were lucky that we were able to come a little earlier and were given permission to leave a little later - you probably can't expect that if they are busy but it was thoughtful. Especially since we flew in from out of town. It was very cold the weekend we were there so we didn't get to really use the outside amenities. We can see that would have been the top selling point of the property any other time of year. The house is a perfect mix of comfortable, homey, well equipped with good lay out. Also it is about 2 minutes from the closest bar/restaurant and 10 minutes from White Fish. Not far from Glacier, Airport and all that the area has to offer. highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful mountain home

Black Bear is a lovely mountain cabin conveniently located not far from grocery stores, downtown Whitefish, and the ski slopes. We are a family of 13 with 6 of us staying in this cabin and 7 staying in a nearby property managed by the same agent. We gave the property a 5-star rating and would stay again in a heart beat. We have fallen in love with Montana.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious family cabin

Wonderful spacious cabin in a great location! We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family ski tril

Great place in a quiet beautiful setting for our family ski trip. Quick to town of Whitefish and ski hill. House has everything you could need with a very well stocked kitchen and LuAnn was an amazing host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Fantastic Stay

We have been staying at this property every year for an annual hockey tournament and we are never disappointed. Plenty of space for all of us, great location, well kept property and exceptional response time from the host for any questions we had. We will definitely be staying again and will be recommending to anyone looking for a getaway in Montana with a larger group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K., Hayden Idaho (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

EXCELLENT

It was wonderful. The home is lovely and very clean. Great neighborhood and lots of places to walk. We did not worry about anything and truly enjoyed ourselves. It was also very quiet which we loved. Definitely will be back. Luann was great. There was a Christmas Basket full of goodies for us and she even supplied a Turkey pan for me. So thoughtful and unexpected.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

A group of us, all friends, 4 couples, aged 60+, stayed at the house. The west entrance of Glacier National Park is an easy 25-minute drive from the house. We also found the Hungry Horse Reservoir a true gem not far from the entrance to Glacier. The communication was excellent. We met Luann on the way in. She’s friendly and warm and always answered any questions we had about where to eat, drink, etc. The house and grounds are immaculate, beautiful, and we had plenty of room for the eight of us. The couches were comfortable as we cheered on the Buffalo Bills one night. We spent a lot of time outdoors on the porch and observed the deer and turkeys that would wander past. The kitchen was well-stocked and easy to cook in. Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth T., Sioux Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

Efficiency

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Blairsville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Diane

The cabin was so beautiful and peaceful. We loved waking up to the pond view, seeing deer often, sipping coffee on the porch. Our family of 6 adults were super comfortable. The cabin and kitchen fully stocked, very clean. Communications with the host excellent. The location is close to Whitefish, Kalispell, and Glacier Natl. Park, with all the shopping you need. Going to Glacier NP was a lifetime experience for all of us, and coming home to this cabin from a long day of hiking was wonderful, cooking family dinners together. The cabin had corn hole we enjoyed, cooking on the grill outside, games, etc. It's a fantastic place to stay! You'll love it!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

We stayed with our family for my daughter’s wedding. The place was very well equipped, extremely clean, and very, very comfortable. It felt like home and LuAnn was an excellent host! Very responsive and kind. We loved sitting around the fire pit and my favorite place the front porch. With all the activity surrounding the wedding we appreciated the peaceful house to come back to each day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We enjoyed our stay! Everything was relatively clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible property and homes for our large group!

LuAnn was amazing! She was responsive, kind and helpful. The houses were perfect for our large gathering of adults. The houses were both stocked and we all were impressed with the large quantities. Quiet and peaceful. We have recommended her properties to other family!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bassam H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place to saty with the family

We had the place for 4 days, we liked everything about it, location, setup, sitting outside in front of the little pond.. all and all highly we had a great time at this place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for our family

We had such a fun stay! The yard was beautiful and the whole family played ball in the yard til dark. We grilled out for dinner and had nice family breakfasts. We had everything we could possibly need and the location was perfect since it was close enough to the airport for the multiple trips we needed to make but only a few minutes from downtown Whitefish. Whitefish is such a lovely town with a beautiful lake and great restaurants and stores. So hope we get to return and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anthony

The Black Bear Lodge was amazing. Close to everything. Immaculate. Everything about this place was perfect. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reilly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay with Larger Group

Sweet location for staying just north of Kalispell. We were a group of families in town for a soccer tournament. It was great to have a place to hangout that wasn’t in a restaurant or at the field. Plenty of beds, rooms, space to spread out. Big kitchen and living room with an additional TV room in the basement for the kids. Our host was quick, friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again, thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family memorial

Wonderful property, clean and well cared for. Host were very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small adventure 2024

Very beautiful and so relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024