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Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude

Rustic cabin within walking distance of Glacier National Park and the Great Bear Wilderness area! Located near Marias Pass and just off US Highway 2. Come experience everything Montana has to offer in our cozy log cabin complete with a wood stove, full kitchen, one bathroom and two upstairs bedrooms. Ideally suited for one or two couples with two queen beds. Hiking, fishing rafting, kayaking, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are just some of the activities right outside the door of this beautiful cabin! Also includes: a gas grill, firepit, limited satellite internet, landline phone, SiriusXM radio, and a TV for watching DVD or VHS movies. A great place to just relax or enjoy the many available outdoor activities.

Property manager

Mark Sand

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside please!

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Quaint Montana Escape
Bear Creek Cabin - A Quaint Montana Escape Cabin
Bear Creek Cabin - A Quaint Montana Escape Essex
Bear Creek Cabin - A Quaint Montana Escape Cabin Essex

About the area

Map
Essex, MT

What's nearby

  • Silver Staircase Falls - 4 min drive
  • Glacier Park Lodge Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Glacier National Park - 29 min drive
  • Two Medicine Lake - 38 min drive
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 16 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Summit Mountain Lodge & Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Snow Slip Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Summit Mountain Lodge - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Silver Staircase Falls and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Walton Ranger Station. Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex and East Glacier Park Branch Library are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Bear Creek Cabin - A Slice of Montana Solitude Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Loved our peaceful stay
It was located in a great spot to explore Glacier National Park and surrounding areas. We loved coming home to our log cabin in the woods and were very comfortable in this charming spot. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R., Bella Vista

Great place to relax
Wonderful owners
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Wonderful cabin
We loved our stay at the Sands cabin while visiting Glacier National Park. Remote, beautiful location. Comfortable space. Quick and friendly communication with host. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ian Dymond

A Nice Place to Unplug, Unwind, and Explore!
My family and i had a great time. The area around the property was incredibly scenic and quiet! The mountains surrounding us filled us with a sense of awe. The property wasnt too long of a drive away from Glacier (which is GORGEOUS) and also not far from a couole nice restaraunts. Theres also a handful of wildlife viewing areas, trails, and other activities not far away from the cabin. All in all, its a really nice place to relax and unwind between trips to Glacier!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Perfect Montana getaway
Family and I had a great week staying at the cabin and enjoying both sides of glacier. We knocked out all the hikes we planned the first few days so we’re able to hang out and enjoy the cabin and some local trails on our last day. Cabin was exactly what my wife and I were looking for when we planned our trip and we would stay here again on future trips.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Highly Recommend!
We had a fantastic stay! Wayne stopped by the first night to make sure we were settled and he gave us some great recommendations for a great week in Glacier! Very well maintained cabin that was well-equipped and our kids fell in love with the game of croquet each night!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Cozy Little cabin
Great little cabin. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking pots ,pans, baking dishes. Beautiful location! Wayne was a great host made us feel welcome and enjoyed talking with him.The welcome basket was a nice touch with wine and meat and cheese tray. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Glacier National Park
Convenient to both the East and West entrances of the park. Had neighbors, but felt secluded and so very peaceful. Enjoyed watching the wildlife come into the yard and evenings around the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn K., Berkley

Magical Cabin!
We absolutely 💯 loved Wayne’s cabin. It was such a perfect quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the national park hotels. Great wildlife and nature too! Wayne was super nice and checked in with us too ask if he could pick up anything for us. Thank you Wayne we appreciate you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Perfect Glacier Cabin!!
This cabin was the perfect retreat for our anniversary trip to Glacier National Park. It was pretty close to both East and West Glacier and was such a cozy, beautiful place to come back to after a long day of hiking and exploring. We really appreciated the hosts’ advice, hospitality, and check ins as well as all the amenities they provided us with (I.e bear spray, firewood, binoculars, etc). We will be back again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

A quiet mountain jewel
Wayne was a gracious host & was there if we needed him. The cabin was well stocked with everything needed to make our trip to glacier enjoyable. The owners thought of everything we might need; from bear spray to backpack & binoculars! We will always treasure our stay at this cabin & hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Wonderful Mountain Cabin
The Bear Creek Cabin was the perfect place our Glacier National Park adventure! The cabin was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Wayne was very friendly, and checked in several times to make sure we were doing ok. The location of the cabin was ideal as well, allowing us to be able to travel to all of the park entrances with a reasonable drive. We would strongly recommend The Bear Creek Cabin and hope to return soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Secluded Getaway
This property did not disappoint and was exactly what we were looking for. It is a place to disconnect and connect with nature. We loved taking walks in the afternoon, even in the snow. You do have quite a drive to get to any major stores, but we did not mind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F., Columbia

Montana Pines
This is an exceptional stay. The cabin is even better than the picture (this is late June so the landscape is a bit different). The owner was very available and helpful -- the Welcome Basket exceeded anything we had ever gotten (included Montana home brew beer!). Was convenient to East Glacier and Two Medicine area of Glacier Park. We had a wonderful stay (our first to Montana) in this spectacular beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Bucket list destination with the perfect rental!
This was a great cabin in a great location. Situated between east and west Glacier. Great hiking trails in the neighborhood. The only problem was 7 days wasn’t long enough! Host was super fantastic! Warm, welcoming, accommodating, made our stay comfortable, worry free, and great advise about the area! Thank you Wayne and MJ!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Perfection
Communication is key for me & they were excellent, friendly & helpful w/suggestions of places to see. The place is located in an ideal location w/mountains & streams not to take away from the beautiful cabin. The wood stove was perfect for early morning chills but had other sources of heat available too. I would definitely recommend this place & will be coming back. I rate it at the top of my Vrbo experiences. Thanks for making our Montana experience awesome & complete.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patti L., Danbury WI

Perfect Glacier Destination!
LOVED our stay at Bear Creek Cabin! The location was perfect for exploring Glacier National Park. Large windows with Views of mountains, pines, deer and moose! The cabin had everything we needed - with comfortable beds, cozy wood burning stove, complete kitchen with all amenities. Wonderful gift basket was a very special touch!! Hosts Wayne and MJ were absolutely delightful and very helpful with suggestions on hikes, restaurants, etc. We highly recommend this rental and hope to be back every couple years. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy R.

Amazing Glacier cabin!
This cabin is even cuter than it appears online. There is so much outdoor space to play, hangout, eat dinner, swing in the hammock. We were able to fly fish in the creek right behind the cabin and our kids caught quite a few fish. Another perk of this cabin is the great location in between east and west glacier. Also, Wayne is super kind and helpful. It’s nice to get to meet a local and get some tips. We hope to be back someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gloria O.

Bear Creek Cabin
Wayne and MJ maintain a beautiful, comfy, and super clean cabin. On arrival we were greeted with a bottle of wine, cheese and meat tray and fresh apples. It was greatly appreciated after traveling for 10 hours. All the amenities exceeded our expectations. The four acres give my son and daughter-in-laws dog plenty of space to roam. If you want a comfortable, clean, and quiet cabin to stay in…..I highly recommend Bear Creek Cabin. Glen and Gloria
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

joel l.

Beautiful cozy cabin in the woods
This lovely cabin was very well equipped. We were greeted with a gift basket and a bottle of wine! We liked the fact that they provided all the condiments such as ketchup, butter , coffee etc. Our hosts, Wayne and M.J. were always available via phone for any questions or help.( they live close by) M.J. found a camera cord that my sister left behind and promptly mailed it to her. This place is awesome!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Perfect Getaway
We had a wonderful week in Montana with all its natural beauty and it was just as much pleasure to come back to our cabin and relax at the end of each day. Our cabin was clean and well equipped with all its modern features. Spacious inside with a full modern kitchen and bath. Comfortable queen size beds and open spacious downstairs sitting area. Outside deck with large grill gave us a perfect place to make some dinners at the end of the day and eat under the Mountain View. Wayne was friendly and gave us great suggestions to see some of Montanas natural beauty. Thank you again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Road Trip to Glacier NP
Walking into Bear Creek Cottage, we immediately felt comfortable and at home. The cabin was a wonderful and relaxing place to come "home" to after a day of hiking at Glacier. It was cleaner than clean and extremely comfort. The kitchen was well stocked and the deck provided a beautiful view of the mountains and sunrise/sunset. Two Does and three fawn visited us at dusk each day. We didn't see any moose in the yard, but we're told they had visited the week before. We highly recommend Bear Creek Cottage!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Time to completely de-stress!!!
Beautiful cabin, completely furnished with a well stocked kitchen. QUIET! At first the quiet was strange. We live a pretty hectic lifestyle and took us a day to adjust. So very nice. Can't explain the relaxation. We were up early to hike and back to the cabin by late afternoon, early evening and were able to enjoy the tranquility of this property. A truly perfect vacation. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Celebrating 20 years at Bear Creek Cabin
Just pulling up to the cabin we knew we picked the right place for our stay. The cabin and surrounding area is absolutely beautiful. The cabin was extremely clean and stocked with everything we needed. We were surprised with a card, charcuterie platter and bottle of wine for our anniversary! Wayne came to meet us as soon as we were around long enough for him to do so (we left early every day and returned late). He was very friendly and welcoming. He also came to boy us adieu with MJ. The cabin was so quiet and peaceful and we wished so badly we could bottle up the smell of the surrounding forest and bring it back with us! We enjoyed our stay so much and when we come back to Glacier National Park again we will certainly book with Bear Creek Cabin. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Tranquil Cabin
The cabin was fully stocked with everything we needed from cooking utensils, pots and pans, cooler to bear spray. We enjoyed being able to use the cabin as our base to travel to West or East Glacier. After a day of hiking, it was nice to have a peaceful retreat to return to in the evenings . Our host, Wayne, was extremely helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024