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Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!

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Terrace/patio
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Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books
9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

9 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 30465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Bigfork, MT
  • Place, Swan Lake Boat Launch
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Bend Golf Club
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Bigfork

When you stay at this cabin in Bigfork, you'll be on the beach and steps from Swan Valley. .This beach cabin is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Flathead National Forest and 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from Swan Lake Boat Launch.
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What's nearby

  • Swan Lake Boat Launch - 32 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Echo Lake - 53 min drive - 69.8 km
  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 55 min drive - 66.3 km
  • Kehoe's Agate Shop - 60 min drive - 75.9 km
  • Eagle Bend Golf Club - 60 min drive - 76.3 km

About this property

Entire place

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

Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions!

Experience the ultimate private Montana escape at the Swan River Retreat. Designed for discerning multi-generational families and executive gatherings, this exclusive riverfront compound offers five authentic log structures that sleep up to 30 guests. Enjoy the seclusion of a private estate with the comfort of a high-end resort, featuring direct access to the Swan River, a private trout pond, and expansive outdoor living spaces.

The Space: Welcome to your own private village. The Swan River Retreat is a curated 5-cabin compound designed to bring families together while offering the privacy of separate sleeping quarters. Ideally situated near Bigfork and the gateway to Glacier National Park, this is where luxury meets the Montana wilderness.

The Estate Highlights:

Exclusive Privacy: You rent the entire compound.

Waterfront Living: Direct access to the Swan River for floating and fishing, plus a private on-site trout pond and two swimming holes.

Outdoor Entertaining: Massive 600 sq. ft. covered deck, outdoor dining tables for 30, propane BBQs, and a riverside fire pit for unforgettable evenings.

Entertainment Ready: Handcrafted log pool table, foosball, horseshoes, volleyball, badminton, and expansive lawns for games.

The Accommodations (Sleeps 30)

The Main Lodge (The Gathering Hub | Sleeps 6) The heart of the estate. This 1,500 sq. ft. luxury log home features:

Gourmet Kitchen: Fully equipped with modern appliances, ready for private chefs or family feasts.

Living & Dining: Open-concept design with a foldout couch, leading to the massive entertainment deck.

Sleeping: 1 King Bedroom, 1 Queen Bedroom.

Facilities: 3 Full Bathrooms, Washer/Dryer.

The Bunkhouse (The Cousins’ Quarters | Sleeps 16) A dream space for the younger generation or single adults. This 1,000 sq. ft. structure features:

Layout: Two loft Queen bedrooms overlooking a main floor with two additional Queen beds.

The Bunkroom: A custom handcrafted log bunkroom with 8 twin beds.

Facilities: Private en-suite bathroom.

The River Cabins (Heritage Sleeping Quarters | Sleeps 9) Three charming, detached 2-story cabins (500, 400, & 300 sq. ft.) offer an immersive nature experience.

Layout: Each cabin features Queen beds (second floor) and cozy living areas (main floor).

Amenities: Mini-fridges, microwaves, and private 2-story decks overlooking the river.

Note: To maintain their historic charm, these three sleeping cabins utilize the full bathroom facilities located just steps away in the Main Lodge.

The Location: Secluded yet accessible, you are perfectly positioned to explore Flathead Valley:

Bigfork: 30 miles (Fine dining, art galleries, Flathead Lake)

Whitefish: 65 miles (Skiing, luxury shopping)

Glacier National Park: 75 miles (West Entrance)

Airports: Kalispell (FCA) is 50 miles, and Missoula (MSO) is 75 miles, both easy drives.

Guest Access: Guests have full exclusive use of all 5 cabins, the grounds, the trout pond, and river access. Ample on-site parking for 10+ vehicles (RV/Trailer friendly with approval). High-speed WIFI is available throughout the property to keep you connected.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Close all the windows.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Swan River Retreat: 5 Cabins on River. Sleeps 30. Family Reunions! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kira B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I wanted to take the time to review the property on the Swan river. We held a family reunion there recently. All of us are from Montana. We're very familiar with the area. This location is very special. It is a wonderfully designed array of cabins that sit on one of the most peaceful rivers in Montana. The view of the mountains are beautiful and being able to sit out on the deck and enjoy the river, the sunset, and the stars at night is a great experience. There were plenty of towels, toilet paper, and other needed items. The kitchen is well stocked and there's so many great places to hang out. There are plenty of games, as well as outdoor equipment. As is clear from the description the cabins are separated. They form a tight circle with a nice lawn in the middle. This worked perfectly for our needs because we had several individual families connecting on this trip. But I also think it works great for friends or even coworkers planning to do a great fishing or hiking experience in Montana. This location is very close to some amazing hikes in the Flathead wilderness. Also close to Flathead lake, Bigfork, Kalispell, and of course Glacier. There's great fishing especially on the Swan river. Working with the host was awesome. They are super kind and accommodating. I would not hesitate to stay here in the future. It is a wonderfully peaceful place and the epitome of what I believe is a true essence of the Montana experience. You will love this place!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaylee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Amazing place would highly recommend for families! Lots of stuff to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was beautiful, and our group of 18 loved the spaciousness. Having the main cabin, the bunkhouse, and the three smaller cabins gave us room to spread out. We loved the sounds of the creek flowing by and the view of the mountains from the front porch. We ate all of our meals at the huge table on the porch. Our host, Doug, was very responsive to our questions. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

We made wonderful memories….playing on the river, catching frogs, playing volleyball, etc. It was the perfect place for our big family to gather and spend time together. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great relaxing family getaway

Wonderful Family location, very private. Having the fun of the River provided endless entertainment for the entire family.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristen g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house on a beautiful river

This is a house made for memorable vacations. Lode up on groceries and you never need to leave. Lots of places to gather and the river is perfect for swimming, fishing, and listening to.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A river runs through your heart

This special home of the Wolds is an idyllic and rustic Spot to deepen relationships, laugh and play games and immerse yourself in a natural setting. We are thankful to have had this fabulous space for our family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a Spectacular Slice of Paradise!

There were 19 of us from ages 2 to 74. The property was just as described but we didn’t realize the true beauty of the cabins and natural surroundings until we got there. We lacked for nothing in the way of kitchen and dining amenities and adequate beds and baths. The fact that the only full baths (3) were in the main cabin never presented a problem. Dinner was at the huge table on the deck followed by outdoor games, fishing and a huge log fire with plenty of seating. A day in Glacier National Park, on Flathead Lake and on paddle boards on Swan Lake, all in reasonable proximity, added to the fun had by all. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a heavenly experience in Montana.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our biggest struggle was leaving
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the eperience

I thought the property was even better than I was imagining. The kids had such a good time, the weather was perfect, the bathroom situation worked out great and the owner was awesome. What an awesome property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Family Vacation Ever!

What a wonderful location! Our family (8 adults, 5 children) takes a family vacation every summer. We all voted this as our best vacation ever! We loved being right on the river which was great for floating and fishing. The deer visited a couple times a day. The accommodations were perfect as was our host! We enjoyed being close to Bigfork and Glacier National Park. Our family definitely wants to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Reunion Spot

We enjoyed every minute of this peaceful, 5 cabin retreat! From fishing to smores to group games on the lawn to barbecuing, this place was perfect for it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Beautiful scenery
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute heaven

We couldn’t have asked for a better place for our group of three families to stay and play in Montana. The view and river were magical and where we started and ended each day. Very homey with everything we needed. Great porch for dining, games and cards. Kids loved the bunkhouse and parents enjoyed the quiet of our own cabins. Good hiking and lakes nearby, and close enough for day trips to Glacier and Whitefish. Thank you, Doug, for sharing your family retreat with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Setting for Family Reunions/Multiple families

We absolutely loved our stay...the location, the cabins, the porch, and of course the river. We had an extend family reunion(and kids from 9 to young adults) and to a family we all agreed the property exceeded our expectations. Set up perfectly for 30+ to play, converse, sit in water etc. and yet be in the "same" location. Good communication, reasonable pricing, and priceless location for groups like this. We'll be back...we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness

June

This property was just as advertising. Very nice home and beautiful area. Make sure to pack lots of mosquito repellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Porter F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazaing!

This place was perfect. We caught a bunch of fish right off the deck, swam in the refreshing river, played games, & enjoyed the long summer nights! 10/10 would recommend. One thing noteworthy. For twenty guys, we had enough wifi to connect to for all of us. We weren't there to be on our cell phones but were able to have enough to connect with freidns and family who weren't with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Billie H., Great Falls, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Gathering

After not being able to see our family for over a year, this was the perfect retreat. Our four sons and their families made 12 of us, and everyone had room to gather as well as their own space. Everything we needed was there; the property is well stocked with just about everything you can think of. To be there together in such an incredibly beautiful location was a real treat, and the family is already talking about our next trip. True, there is no cell service, but the internet worked very well. One son had an online meeting he had to do, and he found that the signal in the office in the main house was stronger than in the cabins. One night the power went out and it meant everyone had to put down their phones. I loved it!

10/10 Excellent

Hillary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

FANTASTIC FAMILY FLEXCATION!

Location, location, location! We looked at many retreats and chose this one based on: Location Remote Riverside Retreat was absolutely perfect for our family flexcation, flyfishing, floating, and hiking! Glacier International Airport - 60 minutes north. Glacier National Park - 90 minutes north. Cabins Main Cabin – Cozy two bedrooms, three bathrooms. We sat on the large deck overlooking the river every night to watch the sunset over the mountains as the river rolled by. Nice, well-equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher, two fridges, and even a small fridge for beer/soda. Convenient washer and dryer on property and nice new linens and towels. Bunkhouse – Perfect for the kids! Plenty of indoor and outdoor games. Didn’t hear “I’m bored” once! Guest Cabins – Three additional two-story cabins circle the large lawn making for a very family-centric environment. Outside All the cabins were lit up with lights for plenty of light at night. We even caught sight of a few deer passing through! Fantastic firepit right out in front of the main cabin deck was perfect for s'mores. Main deck has a fun foosball table and a handcrafted pool table. WIFI worked great for our remote phone counseling jobs and our six kids school zoom classes and nightly movie binges. We even FaceTimed Grandma and Grandpa to include them in some of the fun. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Serenity Now :)

Doug, our host did a wonderful job helping us settle in to his beautiful and warm cabin. We spent every evening on the porch, watching the sunset, overlooking the Swan River. The setting was serene and secluded. And the cabin was well stocked with everything we needed for our week in the Swan Valley. We highly recommend staying at Doug’s park-like setting. We only used the main cabin, but clearly they could accommodate multiple families with the multiple cabins on property. When Mother Nature tossed us a challenge, Doug was very quick to help us out. Overall, we had a great and memorable time.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Amelia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

No cell service and basically no wifi

First, I understand the point for many is get off the grid. And if you want a vacation guaranteed not to be able to use your phone 90% of the trip, this is the place for you. There is ZERO cell reception. Your only choices are the owners land line and wifi calling. So pair that with horrible wifi (even with the 3 extenders we bought after arriving) & you get nothing. For our working trip this was unacceptable. I communicated my outrage that the listing does not mention this to the owner as soon as I booked & the data was finally provided in the details of the booking only. This is not okay though his answer was worse. His answer was simply that they currently had a tech company running their business & have had zero complaints. After staying there myself I know this is impossible & further lies told by the owner. His son arrived on our property the third day to fix the sprinklers and we discussed this. It got no better despite his attempts & then two additional days of him coming to the property still no better. Finally he said it could only handle 5 devices. So basically unless you are 1 single family with probably just one child, you will have zero ways to communicate to the outside world, search for activities to do or even ask the owner for help through VRBO where there is a record of your conversation. This is not per the listing. Now that that is out of the way, the cabins are decent as long as you’re okay with no running water, which didn’t bother us. The main cabin has 3 full bathrooms With showers (though don’t try to shower at the exact same time as another). The bunk house has 1 toilet and cold water only and the other 3 cabins each have 2 beds & no running water, toilet, etc. The “first cabin” had a baby gate which was great for me, my husband and our 18 mo old. After purchasing a pack n play we discovered they had one in the 2nd cabin. So now they have 2 if any of you are bringing littles. They had 2 fridges which was very convenient for our 3 families all with kids ranging 6 mo to 13 years. We didn’t use their games except fooseball. But they do have a pool table on the deck as well. There are no dressers anywhere on property. The space is definitely serene, though that water is very frigid so please go in prepared for that. There is deer that come into the property constantly & while we were warned of bears & mountain lions none appeared on our trip Highly recommend Narrowpath Adventures!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Perry P., Everson, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than advertised

Amazingly peaceful beautiful setting and home. Place to play place to relax place to read place to fish place to be. We are a large family and everyone - everyone loved it. Thank you so much for sharing your place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020