Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views!
Your Lakeside Montana basecamp is set up and ready for you and your fellow adventurers, so get ready to launch!
Large southern-exposure windows to let in light, hardwood floors, a super-comfy King bed in the main bedroom and a Queen bed in the 2nd bedroom, laundry room and woodstove come included in this 2-level, 1500 Sq.ft home. Outside, 2 large decks to relax on, barbeque & enjoy our beautiful Montana summers. Lots of board games & books, as well as 2 kayaks for lake fun! The property features a huge deck on which to kick back and enjoy bbqing and views of the lake, situated on over an acre of ground including some woods. Inside, guests will enjoy a bright living room and dining area with large windows to bring the outside in. Because we are located fairly close to the road, there may be road noise present outside, but you should not hear it inside. Star link WiFi, washer & dryer, and a fully equipped kitchen are included for your extended stays. The 2 fully equipped bathrooms are complete with towels and other essentials. There is a set of stairs from the driveway level to the entry door level and another set of stairs leading from entry door level to the deck. Also, inside there are stairs between the two levels. Enjoy all that Lakeside has to offer when you stay at our place! There is a manager‘s apartment downstairs in the lower level, and if they are there, they may be able to help you with any questions during your stay!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please load and start the washing machine and dishwasher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only water goes down sinks, only human waste be flushed down the toilet. Septic system
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Lakeside
Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is in a rural area. Eagle Bend Golf Club and Buffalo Hill Golf Club 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 West Shore State Park. Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster and Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Flathead Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Flathead River - 12 min drive - 20.2 km
Whitefish Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 61.9 km
Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 44 min drive - 67.9 km
Getting around
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Tamarack Brewing Company - 3 min drive
Spinnaker Casino Bar and Grill - 3 min drive
Treasure State Coffee Co. - 3 min drive
Dels - 5 min drive
Mother Chorizo's Cantina - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views!?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views! on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$369, 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 Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakeside Basecamp for Adventure! Comfy home with huge deck and great lake views! located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster and Flathead Lake. Volunteer Park and Lakeside Community Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our family had a great stay over the Christmas week. The house was clean, in a great location near Lakeside, and was well-stocked. It was also set up well for our Golden Retriever that was with us.Steve was a perfect host, providing frequent communication ahead of our stay, real-time responses during our stay, and flexibility on check-in/check-out. Even put up Christmas lights ahead of our stay! Would highly recommend!
This property is absolutely perfect! The view is incredible, it is very close to town, and the rooms are confortable. It was clean and very well stocked. Steve was very responsive and communicative as well. Highly recommend!
Morgan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Thank you so much for the review Morgan! We are so happy you guys had a great stay and we hope you have fun in the park and a safe journey home!
We had a wonderful time at Steve’s base camp. Great location just south of Kalispell in the area of Lakeside. Close to town but not too close. Close to the best marina, local restaurants and grocery so you never had to go back to Kalispell if you wanted to keep the small town feel. Clean and very well stocked. Steve gave the best recommendations, was easy to get in touch with and quick to respond. Would recommend to anyone and would stay again.
Hi Nora, thank you for your review. The stairs are depicted in many of the photos and are also disclosed in the description. Thanks for being our guest!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sharon B.
29 July 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication
Kitchen and living room area were clean and bright. Bathrooms were clean. The commute to Lakeside was very short. The house number is not visible from the road so we were not sure we had the right house until we approached a rear door. No information was left about how to contact anyone in case there was a problem at the house. No instructions about how to operate the TV system. We were not sure about how to leave the house in regard to trash, sheets and towels. The bedroom windows had issues such as missing screens, cranks and were moldy. There needs to be a railing on the outside steps for older people such as ourselves. The vines growing on the deck railing had insects flying around so we did not feel comfortable sitting there. The traffic noise was an issue in the early morning.
Sharon B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Good morning Sharon - I am saddened to hear that your stay was just OK, as I strive to and try very hard to make each guest's stay a great experience. I reached out to you several times during your stay, once the morning after your arrival and then just before your departure, by messaging you on the app which is what VRBO encourages. I was inquiring to make sure that everything was OK and just checking in, but you evidently did not see those messages. Also, all of the instructions regarding how to find the home, how to contact me including my phone number, how to operate the TV (press "on" on the remote), where to put the trash, instructions regarding linens and laundry and other check out instructions that were not followed and a clear message that road noise may be present at times are all contained on the app. I am sorry that you did not use the app during your stay and wish you safe travels back home.
About the host
Hosted by Steven J Dooling
Hi All! I'm your host, Steve. I am a native Montanan and have lived in the Flathead valley for 30 years! If you have any questions about this beautiful valley, go ahead and ask me! I love to help my guests have the best adventure possible while staying with us!
Why they chose this property
We moved to Lakeside 30 years ago after wanting to leave Bozeman and live by a lake. We have never looked back! Lakeside has everything including some really great restaurants and the Marina!
What makes this property unique
Our location on the Westshore a Flathead Lake right in between Somers and Lakeside provides superior access to all the amenities of both little towns on the Westshore if I head lake
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests