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Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
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There is coffee, sugar, cream and hot tea to start your day

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Glacier National Park
  • Place, Lake McDonald
  • Place, Two Medicine Lake
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Old bar office

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation

Essex town is located between East and West Glacier. It is a good location for exploring both sides of the parkThe house is close to main road and train tracks, the trains don't blow the horn because there is no crossing but you can hear them. IF YOU ARE A LIGHT SLEEPER PLEASE DON'T BOOK. The Great Bear Wilderness is right the back side of the house. Stanton lake hike (in the wilderness)is one of my favorites. The trailhead is 5 minute drive from the house. Stanton creek is a nice spot for picnics too.
Our house has all the amenities completely furnished with linens, towels and dishes. There is a TV and a DVD player with a selection of DVD'S. There is no satellite TV. There are some games and puzzles and a pool table. There are some hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trail maps available and some activities you can do inside and around the park.
The house features exterior security cameras. The cameras don't look into interior spaces. The cameras record video when activated by motion.
Walton Ranger station which is an entrance for day hikes and back country trips is 7 minute drive from the house.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances, coffee maker, microwave, dishes and cookware and some seasonings.
The bedroom has a queen bed.
The bathroom is fully equipped too, We stock the starting supplies of toilet paper, soap, shampoo, trash liners.
It used to be a bar in late 1950s.
Enjoy your stay and also go and explore the park and outdoor activities as river rafting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, boating.
There are also Red Bus Tours available in the park.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Adults only
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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
Outdoor smoking only strict

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The door locks itself when closed Please double check for personal items
In the winter time please make sure the heat is on 65 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Essex

Located in Essex, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Amazing Fun Center and Glacier Distilling Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Glacier Anglers and Willow's HuckleberryLand.
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Essex, MT

What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 6 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Glacier National Park - 22 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Lake McDonald - 27 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Two Medicine Lake - 52 min drive - 91.2 km

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 8 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glacier Haven Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tavern at Stanton Lake Trail - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Izaak Walton Inn Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪DormHouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Healthy Haven Cafe - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Entire Rustic House Close to Glacier Park Vacation located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Walton Ranger Station and within 20 miles (32 km) of Silver Staircase Falls and Glacier Anglers. Glacier National Park and Alberta Tourist Information Center are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

katelyn h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique little gem with all the amenities. We found it to be an excellent location for the west side of GNP and also not too far from the east entrance. The host was extremely helpful and very responsive. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RHONDA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable and accommodating. Well stocked with any kitchen items you might need. Host very pleasant and checked in to make sure everything was okay. Convenient location between East and West Glacier if you plan on exploring multiple areas of Glacier National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Excellent location

Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this cute cabin. The trains are definitely very close and very often but she does say if you are a light sleeper this is not the cabin for you. Also the road is super close. Definitely loud during the day not so much at night. Great location between both sides of Glacier. The host was very easy to get in touch with and made sure we had what we needed. Thanks for an amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

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

Cozy cabin

Absolutely loved our stay here! This place was so comfortable to us. We traveled from Texas to secluded mountain for a getaway trip and this place was everything we hoped for and more. Would definitely recommend and would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

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

Beautiful

Such a clean and perfect place for a couple or single adult to stay and explore the beautiful countryside! The property owner was so easy to communicate with and very welcoming and helpful! They even left us a little note for our wedding celebration up there! Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan G.

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

July1-11

House is as advertised, master bedroom is tight, kitchen family room. Laundry side porch all good.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Clean and comfy

Perfect stay for two people. Cabin is clean and perfectly appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake R.

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

Great Cabin

My wife and I loved staying at this cabin. It has great access to multiple parts of GNP. The train didn’t bother us at all and the host was always very responsive. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent V.

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

Rustic cabin

Nice roomy cabin. We used it for visiting East Glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thayalan A.

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

Amazing magical place!!! Fall color were beautiful!

The place and Host are unbelievably AMAZING! Super cute cabin and fully loaded with everything you will ever need! So clean! I loved my stay for 2 nights! So close to a lot of hiking trails and of course West and East Glacier!!! "I Will be back" - Arnold
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Great Place

Everything as listed. Great location. Trains?? What trains?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Clean cabin

Property was as described. Had plenty of firewood (no burn ban at the time) and a new grill. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Glacier

Had a great time. Property was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. I find trains rather soothing, but the car traffic was loud during the day…quiet at night tho.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great home. We were told that the train behind the house would be miserable. But we just turned on our white noise and slept wonderfully.
McDonald Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed the mix of rustic and modern during our stay. Much of the House remains apparently as it has been from when it was built yet it has up to date kitchen, bathroom, and laundry appliances. The quiet, isolated area was also very nice. There is a great place to eat not too far from the House - an unexpected pleasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug and Cathy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this property! The entire cabin was great! The kitchen was fully stocked. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was spacious and the cabin also had a great washer and dryer. The location is close to Glacier Park. It is a perfect get away!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome vacation rental. Well stocked kitchen. Nice gas grill. Even has a pool table. Great location for accessing east or west Glacier entrances. And I liked the trains that went by every couple of hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidnee N.

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

Perfect getaway

We stayed here for our 4th wedding anniversary and it was perfect for us. Its almost the same distance to both east and west glacier, its a great location if you're looking to explore both. They were so nice to include so much in this cozy cabin like trash bags, laundry pods, bear spray, tea bags and more. Whenever we decide to come back to glacier we will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phebe R.

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

Great Stay

This was a great place and that it was almost mid-way between east and west Glacier meant we could go to either side of the park. The train reminded me of childhood!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thayalan A.

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

Another amazing stay!

Varv is the best host! My 3rd stay!.. will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice setup and pert near in the middle of both east and west glacier park entrances. We were off season so not much open around, but likely much more lively rest of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli S.

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

Essex

Very beautiful rustic cabin. Perfect for my husband and I. Great location with lots to do near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thayalan A.

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

Winter stay

Another refreshing stay and Great Host! A plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Be careful, you might not leave

We were there in the middle of winter. I love a wood stove and it was very nice. We had a lot of plans but after about 2 days we just would go get food and sit by the fire. It was fantastic and probably the most chill vaca I've been on. I loved the trains passing all day, it was so cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Varv Ara

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