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#1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable!

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Exterior
While the weather can be chilly, the sky remains blue and inviting
Cabin is cozy even in winter
Exterior
Cabin in Fall

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
West Glacier, MT
  • Lake McDonald
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Apgar Visitor Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Glacier National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

#1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable!


Enjoy stunning views from the deck of this very rare to find private cabin actually located on the shores of Lake McDonald inside Glacier National Park. Watch for wildlife to pass by as you sip your coffee on the deck as the sun comes up. Spend your days exploring or relaxing in one of the most beautiful National Parks in the United States. In the evening watch the alpine glow slowly move its way up the mountains as the sun sets and watch the most amazing sky of stars you will ever find with the possibilities of Northern Lights as the evening progresses. Located at the foot of Lake McDonald, looking directly into the heart of Park, within easy walking distance to Apgar Village. This cabin is conveniently located to provide year-round access to all of the amazing activities the Park has to offer. This modern cabin has all the amenities; a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living area with wood burning stove, (firewood is not provided), and large deck with BBQ, picnic table and reclining and Adirondack deck chairs, all with views you'll never forget. Plenty of room for six people with two bedrooms downstairs and a large loft. Downstairs you'll find a bedroom with a king bed, a bedroom with a queen bed and a full bathroom.

An amazing spot to make memories that will last a lifetime!

Property manager

Shannon

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Glacier

Located in West Glacier, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and Lake McDonald. Glacier Anglers and Amazing Fun Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Map
West Glacier, MT

What's nearby

  • Lake McDonald - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Glacier National Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Glacier View Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Glacier Anglers - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 5 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪West Glacier Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Freda s West Glacier Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crown of the Continent Discovery Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wandering Gringo Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Belton Grill Dining Room & Tap Room - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #1 Glacier Park Cabin On Lake McDonald Unsurpassed Views, Unforgettable! located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Glacier cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake McDonald and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Glacier National Park. Apgar Visitor Center and Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable location and overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing property and one of our family favorites. We look forward to making more memories here for generations to come. Great house in an unsurpassed location with easy to deal with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

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

Beautiful Rental

Wow, what amazing views & location of this cabin! We absolutely loved our 2 night stay (wished we could have stayed longer!) Loved the little Apgar Village which was just a short walk away. We rented a kayak & paddle board for the day & were able to come & go to cabin throughout the day. We have such beautiful pictures & memories from our stay at your piece of paradise on McDonald Lake! Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Incredible stay. Waking up on Lake McDonald was surreal. Make sure to check sleeping arrangements before you book. One less bed than listed. Otherwise it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri D.

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

Paradise

This house was right on the beach of Lake McDonald. It had everything you could possibly need. We walked to Apgar Village several times per day to shop, eat or rent bikes. I don't use the word amazing much but this house was amazing. Beds were great, hot water/shower was great. Too much to list.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John H.

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

Family trip

Amazing view, great property. Listing changed since we booked a year in advance which we were not advised of. Need passes for the going to the sun road now, checkpoint is as you leave the campground. Also no beds in the loft anymore because of the stairs. They put two sleeper chairs in the living area. We could not get the bedroom baseboard heaters to turn off. it was very warm and bedrooms were hot to sleep in with all the windows open all the time. Could not get maintenance to look at during our week long stay. We were told to just turn the temp down, which it was for the entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Simply beautiful

The views from this property are amazing. We had a great stay, good location, clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Perfect Rental

The view, the comforts of the house, and the location made this the perfect stay in Glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren f.

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

Family vaca

Fantastic peace of paradise!!! We would love to come back again!!! Beautiful peaceful place in the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany N.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our time at this property! The view is like amazing, pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Leigh G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glacier Vacation

Amazing views! Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Quints' Road Trip Sept 2024

Location, location, location! Amazing sunrises each morning. Convenience to activities in the park: Red Bus Tour, boat ride on Lake McDonald and walk along beach to the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leif U.

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

Amazing stay in glacier

This property was the most spectacular property we have ever rented. The views from the deck and house are unmatched. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

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

Amazing!!!

2nd time we've stayed here, great location and view, we'll be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter F., Attleboro, MA

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

Amazing Location

Cottage and location are even better than the pictures show. Location made it hard to leave the lake to hike during the day….
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Fantastic cabin

We had an amazing stay in this wonderful cabin on the lake. We hiked and kayaked and sailed for a week of relaxation with our college aged kids. It was heaven on earth!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Great spot, is as awesome as it appears.

The property really is as special as it looks. You’re right on the lake with the best view in the park. The entire process was easy, the place is comfortable, and the location is probably unbeatable. I strongly recommend the property for an unforgettable stay at glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Perfect Hime in a Perfect Location!

What an incredible home in a perfect location! The ease of booking, communication and check in are well worth the stay! Thank you to Shannon for making the entire stay easy from start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Perfect family vacation spot!

The location of this house is perfect! We loved it so much I had a hard time getting my kids to leave each day. We ate meals, played games and enjoyed gorgeous sunrises and sunsets from the deck. After a long day of hiking we played in the lake and it was only a quick 5 minute walk along the lake shore to ice cream, shopping, and groceries. We can’t wait to return to this little piece of paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Amazing view and cabin!

Cabin was awesome. Lots of amenities and you just can’t beat the view! If shopping for groceries get them at smiths in kalispel. Shannon was awesome to work with. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Location, Location, Location

The view was unsurpassed. The cabin’s history is rich with Montana’s history. Such a nice vacation; in the park; on the lake; space to soak it all in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Perfect family stay

Location was right inside the park with the most stunning views. Comfortable sleeping accommodations, useful kitchen to cook meals, and steps to water for a quick, cold refreshing swim!😉. We will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Tiffin, USA

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

The Best View

We had the best time in Glacier. The house's view is spectacular, watching the changing looks of the mountains across the water from sun up to sun down was amazing. We grilled numerous times throughout the week and found everything at the house very comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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

Heaven on Lake McDonald

Stayed three nights with family (wife, son, daughter, & son-in-law). Checkin super easy. Great communication. Rustic, but very comfortable with everything you need. The view and location at the end of Lake McDonald is astounding. Condition of house and property are superb. Spend your days and nights on the deck listening to the lake and birds. No better way to enjoy the gem of national parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

Breathtaking Location!!!!

When considering our time spent at Glacier, we could not have asked for a better choice of accommodation and location. We visited all 3 lodges in the park and we all agree that our best money spent was on this property. The cabin provides all the amenities required with a spectacular view and privacy within walking distance to Apgar Village. We highly recommend this property, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

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Hosted by Shannon

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