Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Whitefish, MT
Whitefish Lake
Place, Whitefish Lake
3 min drive
Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort
Place, Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort
6 min drive
Stumptown Ice Den
Place, Stumptown Ice Den
8 min drive
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
30 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 - First Floor
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3 - Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 - Third Floor
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit!
Sleeping 8, Elk Run is a charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Montana home in the Whitefish Mountain Foothills—only 5 minutes from Whitefish Mountain Resort! With 2,500 square feet of living space, guests will love the outdoor firepit and downstairs studio, as well as multiple decks with Whitefish Lake and forest views. Explore Flathead Valley's top restaurants, bars, breweries, and distilleries, all an hour from Glacier National Park.
Step into the heart of this 3-story home on the main level, where a great room, awash with natural light from an expansive wall of windows, perfectly encapsulates the rugged aesthetic of the region with a harmonious blend of natural colors and textures. A stunning wraparound deck provides breathtaking views, along with a propane grill and shaded areas for respite from the sun and total relaxation.
Downstairs opens to a spacious studio, complete with a kitchenette, a dining table that's great for meals or game nights, and a comfortable queen bed. Enjoy access to the lower-level deck leading to a lakeside firepit and great views.
Newly added central heating and cooling keeps everyone comfortable in this incredible vacation home, and on-site garage parking for 1 vehicle makes it easy to explore the area and downtown Whitefish.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps 8): THIRD FLOOR: Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combination
SECOND FLOOR: Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower
FIRST FLOOR: Guest Bedroom: Twin-over-Twin Bunk Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa, Shared Bathroom with Shower Other Sleeping Area: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower
* No smoking, vaping, pets, or parties permitted at this property. Guests shall not have parties or events at the home which include but are not limited to bachelor & bachelorette parties, golf parties, and weddings. Check-in on 12/25 is not available.
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Full payment is required to be paid by the due date. Failure to pay the balance in full by said due date will result in cancellation.
A signed rental agreement is required to confirm your stay. Failure to sign the agreement within 96 hours of booking will result in cancellation.
Failure to follow our House Rules as listed, will result in the cancellation of the reservation and forfeiture of all deposits.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9950013
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
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
Whitefish
Located in Whitefish, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitefish Lake State Park and Les Mason State Park, while Whitefish Theatre Company and Alpine Theatre Project are cultural highlights. Stumptown Ice Den and Whitefish Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Elk Highlands Chair - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Stumptown Ice Den - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Whitefish Theatre Company - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Whitefish Depot - 7 min drive
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Piggyback Barbeque - 5 min drive
Bulldog Saloon - 6 min drive
Loula's Cafe - 6 min drive
Grouse Mountain Lodge - 8 min drive
Great Northern Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit!?
As of 15 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit! on 26 October 2026 start from NZ$2,058, 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 Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Vacation Home off Big Mountain Road! Firepit! located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Whitefish Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Les Mason State Park and Les Mason Off-Leash Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great visit and stay with family! The place was clean and well-stocked. The view was amazing and enjoyed some great outdoor activities! Hope to return soon!
Carey S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2023
Hi Carey. We're so pleased you and your family had an amazing stay with us at Elk Run, and we hope to see you back in Whitefish in the future!
Great company- Our flight way delayed and we didn't arrive until 11 pm Christmas Eve. All grocery stores were going to be closed so we had food delivered to the house. The staff went on Christmas Eve afternoon and brought the groceries from outside and put them in the fridge for us. Amazing. Wonderful mountain house. Easy 8 min drive to ski slopes, view of the lake. Great hiking and fire pits. Really nice set up in the mountains but so close to town. LOVED downtown Whitefish. Will definitely be back.
Erin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2025
We are pleased to hear not only that you loved your time at Elk Run and in Whitefish but also how appreciative you were of the Natural Retreats team ensuring your groceries were inside for your arrival. It was our pleasure to host your holiday getaway, and we hope to see you again soon!
Overall a very neat house. We were a little surprised at the size of kitchen/living area. The pictures made these rooms appear much larger. But the house had everything we needed. We even stopped at grocery store before we checked in and bought dish soap, trash bags and TP because other vrbo’s have never had enough. This house had plenty of everything and that was very much appreciated. Location was fantastic! Close to town yet we felt like we were alone in the woods with a great view of the lake. We wished the firepit was in the back of the house versus the front, but we enjoyed the deck and its views.
Susan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
We are delighted to hear that you appreciated the indoor and outdoor spaces that Elk Run provided. We hope to welcome you back to Whitefish soon. Thank you for choosing Natural Retreats!
We stayed for a week in March, and this house was amazing!
Jay B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2024
Hi, Jay. We are delighted you had an amazing stay at Elk Run and appreciate you sharing your Whitefish experience. We hope you can enjoy the area with us again soon; thank you for being our guests!
House was beautiful. Quirky setup with bathroom across hall from master, but we took top bedroom and our son took downstairs bedroom. The views from house, master and back deck are beautiful. Amazing decks.
Nancy W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2023
Thank you for your review, Nancy. We're thrilled you and your family had an enjoyable stay with us at Elk Run, and it would be our pleasure to host your next visit to Whitefish again soon!
You feel like you’re the only house on the mountain!! Tons of privacy in house and room to spread out. Big spa bathtub with plenty of hot water to fill it and soak after long hike or ski day! All you need in the kitchen for family dinner. Hope to make it back there again someday.
teresa f.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2023
Thanks for your review, Teresa. We are thrilled Summer Bay was the perfect home for your family's getaway and we hope to welcome you back in Whitefish soon!
Everything from the view to the set-up of the house to the location itself - was just what we needed. BONUS was the nights with an endless sky full of stars.
An amazing place with breathtaking views of whitefish lake! Very nice house with a lot of room and bedrooms!! Great nestled dead end road that the house sits on in the woods. Would definitely stay here again next time I'm in whitefish Montana!!!!
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2021
Thank you for staying with us Elizabeth! We hope to host you again!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Ed G.
7 October 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Property not ready for guest
Upon arrival there were issues. Painters were in the midst of painting, duct tape was around the front door and plastic sheets were fluttering in the wind meant to keep paint off of the windows. The windows did not operate very well in the master bedroom and on some windows not at all. The deck was deemed to be not safe and had soft spots in the floor where the floor gave a bit when walked on. The safety of the deck was questioned by maintenance people of the managing company. Needless to say we cancelled our stay at this property and another property was secured for our stay.
Wonderful views and animal watching. Was a great place to stay and celebrate my birthday. Thank you for the great stay and we are hoping to come back in the summer and enjoy the outdoor opportunities
This was our first VRBO stay, and we loved it.
Everything was seamless and easy from our request to stay to departure. The Cabin was very clean and had everything we needed for our 7 day stay. There were sufficient toiletries and kitchen supplies to get us started until we could get our bearings and venture out for our own supplies. Ashley quickly responded every time I asked for help. The cabin is perfectly located with access to town, it’s near other properties but you barely know it when your there. We were visited by white tail deer and elk every day. We usually eat out more. But the cabin was so comfortable and well located, that we came back and cooked or grilled out between our hiking trips. We only ate outside the cabin once in 7 days.
All around great experience and we hope to be back as soon as possible.
My mom and I had a fabulous stay here. The home was beautiful and the sunsets and views of Whitefish Lake were just lovely. We were so comfy there that one day we just stayed in and enjoyed the restful sanctuary.
We roasted hotdogs over the fire pit and enjoyed the morning songbirds serenading us over coffee on the deck. Would recommend this property without hesitation!
Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5-star review! We hope that you can make a return visit!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Piers B.
9 August 2018
Wonderful, convenient family vacation home!
My family—my wife, son, two granddaughters and I—loved this vrbo rental! Minutes from downtown Whitefish, convenient to Glacier Park, and just down the hill from Big Mountain Resort. It is very comfortable and totally equipped for an amazing vacation. Plenty of deer, turkeys and chipmunks made us feel very welcome. We were only 5 but it would sleep many more. We hope to come back!
Piers B.
About the host
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