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Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Living area
View from dining table
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Essex, MT
  • Place, Hungry Horse Reservoir
  • Place, Walton Ranger Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park

Bordering Glacier National Park, the Middle Fork of the Flathead River and the Great Bear Wilderness, this carriage house makes for a great base camp for your family vacation. We are equal distance between both the East & West Glacier National Park entrances.
The carriage house features two floors. This floor also features a full bathroom, a queen size bedroom and a washer and dryer. The second floor is a loft like space with a queen size trundle bed, that easily hides away in the spacious living/entertainment area. Full size kitchen which includes an eat in nook overlooking the Rocky Mountains. Conveniently on this floor is another 1/2 bath. Two balconies, one covered with a propane grill and a small table, and one directly off the front provide relaxing area for coffee in the morning. Other amenities include Wi-fi, TV and WI-FI for cell phone.
Popular wildlife attractions nearby include Goat Lick Overlook, hiking trails, whitewater rafting, fishing, golfing, helicopter tours, Apgar, famous Lake McDonald, Logan Pass/Going to the Sun Road, Many Glacier, among others.

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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 11:00 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
Suitable for children 10 years of age and older.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Essex

Located in Essex, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Glacier Anglers is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Walton Ranger Station and Silver Staircase Falls. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Essex, MT

What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Glacier National Park - 31 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Lake McDonald - 38 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Glacier Park Lodge Golf Course - 40 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 5 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glacier Haven Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Izaak Walton Inn Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪DormHouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Healthy Haven Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Glacier Park/Essex Carriage House 25 miles-East or West Glacier National Park located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Walton Ranger Station and 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Silver Staircase Falls. Glacier National Park and Lake McDonald are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful, peaceful place tucked away in the woods. Sparkling clean and inviting. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Mike and Roz were very helpful with suggestions when asked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house and property. It was the perfect place to recoup after long days of hiking. The property is shared with the owners but they do a wonderful job at keeping it private. The home was spotless and had all the supplies we needed for the week. Roz was wonderful and met us when we checked in. The home is equal distance from West/East Glacier which was great. We got to watch a black bear stroll through the property one morning while eating breakfast. :) Thank you Roz and Michael for the wonderful stay. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz K.

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

Nice house rental

It is a garage converted into a nice living space. There is a bathroom with laundry and a bed room downstairs. The bed a pillows were great to sleep on. Upstairs you have a kitche, another bathroom, a table, and a bunch of couches that you can sit on to watch TV or enjoy the view from large windows. The top does get warmer then the bottom, but the bottom stays nice a cool, so in the summer time it still is pleasant enough to sleep. Wifi is a bit a slow, but that is no big problem. Owners do live on the property, but are very nice and informative (and do not bother you at all).Great location to go between west glacier and east glacier.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay if you are headed to GNP. Everything we needed was provided. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

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

Perfect place when visiting GNP

Lovely property, location and host. Easy to get to most GNP entrances. Beautiful lodging with everything you need for your stay. Wonderful hostess.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

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

Great location

Great location along US2 along south side of Glacier. Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A little piece of heaven.

We loved staying in the heart of Glacier and this wonderful luxury was amazing. It is beautiful, comfortable and Roz and Mike are a great couple who can point you in the right direction for sights to see. I highly recommend this place to stay, and enjoy this piece of heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Making Memories!

My wife and I so enjoyed the Carriage House! Everything we needed was provided for a wonderful five night stay. We loved the decor and the cabin feel. Tucked away off Hwy 2 in just enough woods to get that secluded feel, but still close enough to get where we wanted to go. Roz greeted us upon arrival to make sure our accommodations were just right. A true home away from home. Very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

2019 ice road crossing to Mackinac Island S.

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

Bed issues

The bed was way too mushy other wise the place was perfect.Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Fox retreat

A perfect spot to explore Glacier from. Roz and Mike have a beautiful place here and were perfect hosts. You’ll have to come for a stay to understand the title.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

paula b.

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

Montana vaca

This is the clearest place I’ve ever stayed. And the supplies available to you are endless. It’s a very convenient secluded area right in between the east and west entrance’s of Glacier National Park. Roz and Mike are great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth R.

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

A perfect spot

Situated between the East and West entrances, this location is ideal for hitting both sides of the park. Not only that, it's a great rental with a great host. It was so relaxing to come home after a tiring day of hiking and enjoy a beverage or two on the the balcony watching the sun drop over the mountain. Roz was so helpful and quick to answer any questions before we arrived. A 5 star VRBO in our book!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Baker visit

My wife and I had owned and managed a vacation rental and we understand the trials of that business and we appreciate every thing they do to make our stay comfortable and worry free. And they did - our home away from home. The first day we had a problem with a flat tire and the helped us get back to our vacation with hardly any time lost. My wife loves a clean place and their rental exceeded her expectations which is very difficult for most to do. At the age of 76 we are knocking off a number of our bucket list items so we probably won’t returned to glacier again but if we did we would return here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korryn M.

Wonderful space in a beautiful area

Our stay in Roz and Mike's cottage was wonderful. There were four of us (2 adults and 2 teens) and we were all very comfortable as the floor plan is well designed. We stayed in the downstairs bedroom while the teens stayed in the living room (which has a bed that is easy to roll out, use, and roll back away to keep the space tidy). The kitchen was amazingly stocked with pots, pans, and knives. We easily cooked dinner in the space. She even provided bear spray and wine for us! The access to a washer/dryer was also nice after a day of muddy hiking! Roz was welcoming and only a few steps away next door while not ever intruding or hovering. The cottage is nestled into a wonderfully wooded area and is a great location for accessing either southern edges of Glacier National Park. Our only disappointment was slow WiFi, but it meant that we truly got away on our vacation and enjoyed one another's company that much more. We would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benji T., Cut Off

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

Sensational vibe

When we stepped out of the vehicle the smell of the pine trees was just phenomenal. I had read other reviews and learned that the rental was attached. So naturally I was concerned about privacy. However, it does not share a wall and it is very private!!! We only saw the owner once and it was us who did the greeting and Roz was very friendly and informative. The place was immaculate! It had everything one could need including bear spray and a foam ice chest!!! We didn’t use them, but it was good to know. We slept with the windows open and let the cool breeze and fragrant smell lull us to sleep every night. It was very dark and we saw so many stars. They do have a train that passes and I knew that before booking so I brought ear plugs. However, I didn’t use them. The train sound was cool and made me feel like I was in the wild Wild West! It was a wonderful stay worth every penny and we will be back! We also saw a fox on the property which was a bonus. There was one thing that was less than perfect and it was the bed. It was really really soft and I know most people probably like that but I’m a stomach sleeper so I didn’t. However, I stretched my back every morning before leaving for the parks and I was fine!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sherry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect except the upstairs bed. It was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful at the carriage house! As first timers to Glacier National Park this was the perfect middle ground location. The property was better than we could have imagined! The hosts were amazing, very friendly and super responsive on any questions we had. The check it was a breeze with detailed instructions on how to access the place - this was great for us because we arrived at nighttime and things were hard to see!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good decision to go with this rental as it was strategic for both sides of the park. The place was clean and neat. It was serene as there isn't another house close by. When considering this rental, it is important to do research on your needs or wants so that this place will work as a place to stay while visiting Glacier National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a great place to rest my head after a long day in Glacier
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is excellent as it's equal distance between the East and West Gates of Glacier National Park. That is important since the time passes are hard to get at the west gate. The lot is beautiful. It shares a space next to the owners house. They greated us and were extremely pleasant and available for questions. One day we just missed seeing a large bear in the driveway. There was total privacy as there were no other rentals. Entrance is easy access. Beautiful pines surround the property. With an easy access to highway through the woods. The train goes by on the other far side of the woods, but it's quiet and does not blow its whistle. The train was not a problem. The hosts provided far more than the usual one roll of paper towels. The beds were very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place convenient to both sides of Glacier National Park. Lots of information and guidebooks on site as to how to see and enjoy Glacier. Gracious hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista F.

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

Beautiful

This carriage house was beautiful well beyond the pictures. It was clean and cozy. The scenery was breathtaking. Everything that was said would be provided was and more. It was easy to communicate with the owners who gave us a welcome hello when we arrived as well as welcome gifts in the house. I would definitely recommend staying at this beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Glacier Carriage House

This was the perfect getaway for our 40th anniversary trip. Equal distance between west and east entrance so we explored both sides. Roz met us upon arrival - property was clean - instructions were easy to get there - just an excellent trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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

Cozy stargazing cabin

I cannot put into words how amazing our stay was! The cabin is equipped with everything you need to enjoy your vacation to Glacier. The bed is soooo soft, the wooden decor is beautiful, and there are plenty of board games to play while you enjoy the quiet forest. The scenery is stunning. My partner and I stargazed every night and even saw the Milky Way and so many shooting stars that we lost count. Amazing place to feel peace and solitude. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee N.

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

Cozy Stay

Cozy place set back from a main highway/road. Directions given by host to get to the home were very helpful. There was plenty of necessities on the property (towels, kitchen utensils, hair dryer, shampoo/conditioner, etc). The wifi worked pretty well. The stay was about 1 hour from east glacier NP and 35 mins from west glacier. Very hospitable host, would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Roz Hayes

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We both grew up and have spent our lives in Montana. We went to school owned a small business and raised three great kids in Valier, Montana. Once the kids were grown, and off to college, we started a new adventure and moved to Billings. We have lived in a lot of towns in Montana but the mountains were calling us home. Our favorite place to be was in Glacier National Park and we were thrilled to be able to own property in this beautiful location . We bought the property in 2003 and couldn’t wait to get started on our cabin. We built the cabin and recently finished the carriage house. We now live here full time and hope that you enjoy this area as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

We have always loved the area around Glacier National Park. When our kids were growing up, our vacations were spent in Glacier. Each year, we look forward to taking a drive over Going to the Sun Road, one of the most beautiful and scenic drives in the world. We still enjoy spending time on the east side of Glacier Park, especially at Two Medicine, St. Mary and Many Glacier. Our favorite places on the west side include Apgar, Lake McDonald Fish Creek. Now being able to live halfway in between East and West Glacier is a dream come true.

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