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Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Place, Echo Lake
Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
Place, Eagle Bend Golf Club
Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunkhouse

1 Double Futon, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Enclosed Porch

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Front Guest

1 Queen Bed

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bunk House Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Front Guest Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Front Powder

Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!!

This Swan riverfront home is the highest rated VRBO in the area! Recently upgraded with all new furnishings, this home has three bedrooms and an enclosed porch that doubles as fourth bedroom. Three and a half high quality bathrooms including a steam shower you'll need after your float down the river or coming in from snow skiing. A gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream. Everything you'll need is there to cook or bake to impress your family. All the beds come with new high-quality mattresses fitted with premium linens. Enjoy wildlife or bird watching while relaxing on the front or back porch or fly fishing in the popular Swan River. Be away from it all yet stay connected at the same time with our super fast Spectrum internet. Cell service in the area is also excellent. Cleaning standards and protocols meet the CDC standards according to VRBO recommendations. At the Swan Riverhouse we strive to equal any 5-star hotel in quality and service. Check out our reviews! Nearly100 all10 star reviews!

An additional Bunkhouse is located on the property that can sleep 4 to 6 additional guests with a full bath, kitchenette, and internet TV. It's perfect when you have a young family or teenagers with your group who want additional privacy. The Bunkhouse is included in the nightly pricing for summer months May through September. If you book from October through April and need the extra space, check with the owner for its availability and pricing.

This home is specially designed for family or friend retreats, reunions, remote working or schooling. All the guests can come together and enjoy this beautiful getaway and you can sleep easy in the wonderful bedding and peaceful surroundings.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Perfect place for children

Events

No events allowed

No behavior that will disturb the tranquility.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely NO smoking in the house!

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

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

If you can start a load of the towels in the washer that will help a lot. Thanks!

Leave the dump pass on the counter for the next guest.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No weddings, ceremonies, rituals or large gatherings resembling parties or any other unauthorized events are allowed. A fine of $1,500 if this occurs.

Unapproved early arrivals or late departures are subject to a fee charge of $100. Please ask if you plan on arriving early or leaving late.

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

Note from host: No behavior that will disturb the tranquility.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bigfork

Located in Bigfork, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Riecke's Bayside Gallery and Bigfork Summer Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eva Gates Homemade Preserves and Kehoe's Agate Shop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bigfork, MT

What's nearby

Echo Lake - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
Wayfarers State Park - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
Flathead Lake - 19 min drive - 18.1 km
Eagle Bend Golf Club - 20 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪A Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Echo Lake Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Saddlehorn Bar and Grill - ‬19 min drive
‪Flathead Lake Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
‪Sitting Duck - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront in Montana!! Bigfork & Glacier Nat. Park! Book Summer 2025 Now!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 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).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

26 July 2025

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

The property is gorgeous and the river is very relaxing. Amenities were great for our extended stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

12 August 2025

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

Great place. Has everything you want. We had six adults and three kids. Plenty of space and a great space to unwind. On the flip side always something to do if that’s what you want.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

8 June 2025

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

Amazing house

Amazing house in great neighborhood, easy drive to glacier, flathead and kalispell. Owner was very good communicating, had a small issue come up while staying there and he wqs very fast in helping us resolve it. Would dtay again

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

6 July 2025

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

Beautiful house on the river

We had a wonderful experience staying at this house. It is a great location to see lots of areas around Flathead Lake and go to Glacier Park. Stephen was able to assist us when our rental car would not start and we were able to get a way for us to get to our event. We know that wouldn’t have happened if we stayed somewhere else. The house is great and we had plenty of room to spread out.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

20 September 2024

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

Beautiful home

Loved staying right on the river and close enough to Glacier Nat. park. That the drive was not bad. Very nice place to stay for our family.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

2 December 2024

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

Our 2nd fantastic stay

The property and home are absolutely fantastic, well kept and very friendly booking process as well as excellent communications. We simply love the area and being out away from the middle of town as well as having access to the River right behind the house. Will be booking again next year for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

8 October 2020

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

Very relaxing stay!

We made it our home for 9 days. We enjoyed spending quality time with our family along with the beautiful home and the outdoors. Our little grandsons loved the teepee and the beautiful Swan River!

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

9 July 2024

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

Weir Family Vacation

If I could rate this higher than 5 stars I definitely would, there is no way to explain how amazing this place is, it seems like all you need is your clothes, everything you need is at your fingertips. I have never stayed at a more beautiful place in my life, the whole family enjoyed their stay also. we will definitely go back, thank you all for your amazing hospitality.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Z.

11 September 2024

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

Gorgeous Home For Large Family

The property was even more than expected! The layout was very functional and stocked beyond any home we’ve rented. If you can think of it, they have it!! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would definitely love to stay again sometime 👍

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

11 September 2022

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

Idyllic Family Reunion

This home is more beautiful in person, has everything you could need and is perfect for a family with all different needs and interests. I would book again for sure.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

22 February 2023

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

Beautiful river property!

This home was a perfect gathering place for our family. My husband and I stayed and our grandchildren took turns spending the night with us. Our kids loved coming out to visit and enjoy the peace and comfort of the home.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marshall M.

4 April 2023

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

Beautiful Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Bigfork. The house was perfect for us. Spacious and very clean, setting was wonderful. Our host , Stephen was very responsive, accommodating, generous and flexible. Bigfork and the area are fun to explore, the snow capped mountains are breathtaking! Thank you for a very memorable experience!

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

JACLYN S.

19 June 2024

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

Family Vacation

We had 12 people for our vacation. The house was absolutely stunning! So clean and had all the amenities you'd need! The beds were comfortable and cozy! We had a few campfires at night and the guys enjoyed fishing behind the house! We saw many deer! Stephen was so helpful and had great communication! We made so many wonderful memories! We hope to be back soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna S.

7 July 2022

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

Amazing home

Beautiful home on the Swan River, an ideal setting. Lots of seating on porches and patio, quiet with just the sound of the river. Nicely appointed with fabrics and furniture, TVs, etc. Master suites were gorgeous and very large. Kitchen was fit for a gourmet chef and pantry was well stocked. We will definitely return for a future stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

16 October 2023

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

Best Vacation Home Ever!

We arrived to a VERY clean home that exceeded our expectations! Wild life was abundant and we went fly fishing for our first time right behind the house. Stephen was highly responsive to our questions and was amazingly helpful with providing information about the property and area. 6 of us and the house could have easily accommodated a few more. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing worry free vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

larry c.

1 July 2022

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

This home is beautiful!

This home is beautiful and one of the cleanest properties we have stayed at. It’s a peaceful relaxing place. The Swan river is beautiful. The home has all the amenities and then some. The owner responded promptly with any questions we had. We would love to go back! Thank you!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

22 July 2019

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

Wonderful home for a family vacation!

This property was pitch perfect! We enjoyed a family reunion with 11 people, including kids. All amenities were better than described. Chef's kitchen was a dream! Kid's bunkhouse was the perfect "get away" for the kiddos. The Swan river is literally in the back yard, much closer than it looks on the map. Thank you Steve for allowing us to rent your beautiful home!

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

28 June 2023

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

Swan River beauty

We enjoyed every moment of our stay at the river house! We live in the area and needed overflow for family and it was perfect! Stephen was very attentive to our needs and responded quickly! The home was lovely and the setting gorgeous! We couldn’t have asked for anything more!!! We hope to visit again when we have another family gathering! Great spot and so comfortable!!! 💕💕💕💕

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

19 September 2023

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

Nicest Property Ever

I was so excited about this house when I booked it, and it did not disappoint! Rooms were spacious, everything was spotless, kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals, being on the waterfront was incredible, and the wildlife that meander the property were so exciting for our little grandchildren. We ventured up to Glacier several days for hiking, and coming home to such a relaxing place just made the trip. This is our 8th year of renting people's houses, and it was the nicest property ever! Thank you, thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzy V.

5 June 2022

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

An Absolute Dream

I cannot say enough amazing things about this property. First of all EVERYTHING, you need is there. We never ran out of supplies due to how stocked the kitchen and bathrooms were. The home was immaculately clean and with a large group like ours we had so much space. It truly is a slice of heaven, my family is still talking about it and how they can't wait to go back. Stephen is great about getting back to me when I had questions, with no extended delays at all. Seeing the deer and the geese in the backyard was such a treat for us. This home is the perfect getaway. Cannot wait to return...

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ejaye G.

22 January 2021

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

Fantastic property with views and amenities. The perfect getaway for the family.

In short - highly recommend and we would come back in a heartbeat. A really beautiful piece of property combined with an extremely well cared-for and wonderfully-appointed home. The setting is really quite stunning - the soothing swan river through the back, the rugged swan range mountains in the front and surrounded by towering pines. The home itself is fitting for the property - also quite beautiful with original artwork, wood and stonework and an inviting fireplace that just draws you in. The gourmet kitchen was a joy for the whole family to cook and bake in and was really quite tough to leave behind :) The surrounding area was beautiful to explore, with hiking and skiing close at hand and shops and restaurants just a few miles away. Personally, I could have spent every day adventuring around Jewel Basin. Stephen was extremely helpful and responsive to our evolving needs and worked hard to ensure it was the perfect holiday getaway for my whole family. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we extended our stay by an extra week - and would have stayed another month if we could!

Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

22 August 2023

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

Peaceful Retreat by the River

Our extended family of 3 generations spent a very happy week in the this wonderful retreat by the Swan River. We had record high temperatures so the fishing was a challenge, but our sons still managed to catch a few. The grandchildren had a blast playing at the edge of the river and Stephen generously had life jackets on hand for our use. On the hottest days we enjoyed tubing down the river in front of the house. There are no neighbors nearby, so privacy abounds. The massive kitchen was big enough for our group of 10 to enjoy dinners at home. The house was supplied with everything we could possibly need, and the large rooms comfortably housed all of us. We went in to Glacier a few times and explored the cute town of Bigfork. But some of our favorite memories were the hours spent by the river. We couldn’t have asked for a better host and property!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

20 July 2020

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

Dream Home

We spent a week here after traveling the National Parks for a week. It was so relaxing and accommodating that our kids didn't want to even leave to get dinner out! We stayed around the house as much as possible. Between the floats, the fishing rods, the putting green, the books, the firepit, and the chairs by the river, we had no reason to leave. Deer came to visit every night. Everything you can think of was provided in this home, including "real" shampoo and soap. The amenities, furnishings, and appliances were high-end and there is tons of space for even the largest of families. We have already discussed coming back in the winter and again next summer. The owners are so easy to work with and very friendly. If someone absolutely made me give one suggestion of improvement, I would be hard-pressed to find one, but would offer as a "dream list" - a hot tub in a gazebo by the river. However, if they add that, they may have to evict us!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A., Fairhope, AL

26 July 2023

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

What a special place!

What a special place this is! Ten members of my family came from Missoula, MT and Fairhope, AL to spend the week together. From the moment we pulled into the drive, this house and property met or exceeded all expectations. We couldn't stop repeating "This place is incredible." We made a few day trips to Glacier National Park, but spent the majority of our time here enjoying the Swan River House. Our days were spent either by or in the river, and our nights were spent visiting and making s'mores by the fire pit. Lots of fishing took place, but apparently the fish weren't interested in joining the fun. We anchored floats to the river rocks and floated the hours away with stunning views. We soaked in our days here, and we're already dreaming of our return. Thanks to Stephen for a fantastic experience! We lacked not a single comfort or luxury during our stay. We're taking memories with us and leaving behind nothing but good vibes for those lucky enough to enjoy a stay here in the future. Don't forget to look at the stars!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee J.

7 August 2019

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

The Peaceful House

I can't begin to say enough about this lovely piece of property. As soon as we drove in calm fell over all of us. The house sits back off the road making for a very quiet setting. The grounds are stunning with a variety of trees. Best of all it sits on the Swan River for a tranquil view. Inside, the rooms were well appointed with lovely bedding and interesting artwork. I love when a rental has great family room seating with throws. The bedrooms and baths were lovely. Off of the family room is a fourth bedroom/reading room. Very large room with 2 trundle beds and 3 comfortable upholstered chairs. Lots of windows to view the river. In the kitchen you will find EVERYTHING you need. Two type of coffee makers and tons of pots and pans. But the back porch and yard was the best. Tons of chairs to sit in both close to the house and next to the river. There was even a hammock! We loved the ease of taking tubes out of the river right there with no driving to a location. If you want to travel to Montana to explore Glacier Park and the region you should definitely try to stay in this house.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Nicodemus

Our family has owned the Swan Riverhouse since 1979. We have enjoyed all the seasons in this beautiful place. It is truly magical. Montana has inspired me to become an artist after first visiting in 1979. The house has my paintings throughout. As a job, I worked in Animation for all the major studios. Our family and friends have all held this place very dear to their hearts as I have. I hope you enjoy it also and it inspires you too!

Why they chose this property

The Swan Riverhouse is a private spot on the river. There are no visible neighbors on either side yet it is close enough to town for everything you need. A flat paved road to the property makes it easy to access in all seasons. The property has a park-like setting where you and your guests can feel free to be yourselves and enjoy a peaceful escape from the big city. It has a serene feel that makes you feel at peace being there. There is a gentle slope to the river and the river is shallow enough for kids to wade in while they try fishing or floating. Deer come to the property looking for snacks. If you have cabbage or apples, they will eat out of your hand.

What makes this property unique

The Swan River is great for fly fishing out our back door with a nice fishing hole about 3/4 of a wade out. You have to be an excellent fly fisherman to catch the big ones. A great river to float down with your friends and family. Just remember to lift your butt when going over the rocks! If you want to go to the lake to swim or picnic, you can visit Swan Lake park down the road where you can load your boat and hang out on the pebble beach. At night go into town for the Bigfork Summer Playhouse or a nice dinner. Take a drive to Glacier National Park for the day or do a day hike at nearby Jewel Basin. In winter ski Whitefish Mountain Resort or Blacktail Mountain Ski Resort. There is so much to do and enjoy here. Just ask me, I'll be glad to direct your adventures.

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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Jeremy G.

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

Donna N.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Amazing house

Matthew O.

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

Beautiful house on the river

Carol L.

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Beautiful home

James W.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Our 2nd fantastic stay

Matthew H.

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Very relaxing stay!

John B.

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

Weir Family Vacation

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