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Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!'

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6174 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    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.

Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!'

‘Best of the West’ is a handcrafted 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental bordering Glacier National Park and the Bob Marshall Wilderness area. This spacious retreat is the perfect base for guests embarking on a Glacier Park getaway. Raft down the Middle Fork Flathead River, go cross-country skiing at the Izaak Walton Trail, and experience all that northwest Montana has to offer in the scenic Flathead Valley. Whether it’s a peaceful escape or an exciting adventure you seek, this cabin has it all!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Deck w/ Gas Grill | Fruit & Vegetable Gardens | Nearby River Access

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Loft: Queen Bed, Twin/Full Bunk Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Porch, patio, picnic table, outdoor seating & dining, beach chairs, fire pit, garden w/ strawberries & apple trees, 3 vegetable gardens, herb greenhouse, horseshoes
INDOOR LIVING: 3 flat-screen TVs w/ cable, DVD player, VCR, video library, stereo, wood-burning stove, breakfast bar, complimentary bottle of wine, s’mores ingredients provided, 2 shower/tub combos, ceiling fans, books
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, Crockpot, ice maker, microwave, toaster, water filter, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required for access, no A/C, homeowner on-site
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Glacier National Park (22 miles), Apgar Visitor Center (24 miles), Big Sky Waterpark (36 miles), Lone Pine State Park (59 miles)
WHITEWATER RAFTING: Glacier Raft Company (21 miles), Glacier Guides and Montana Raft (23 miles), Wild River Adventures (23 miles), Great Northern Whitewater Rafting (23 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Stanton Lake Trail (5 miles), Garry Outlook Trail (7 miles), Skiumah Creek/Lake Trailhead (10 miles), Summit Trailhead (22 miles)
AIRPORT: Glacier Park International Airport (45 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: Please check out the GNP website for information on reservations and red bus tours. This is very important for preparing for your visit
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1875 sq ft (174 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

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 and a first aid kit
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Essex, Montana

What's nearby

  • Glacier National Park - 22 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Lake McDonald - 29 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Two Medicine Lake - 53 min drive - 72.2 km
  • Hungry Horse Reservoir - 105 min drive - 84.2 km

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 8 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Izaak Walton Inn Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dining Car Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Healthy Haven Cafe - ‬1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!'?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!' located?

Situated in Essex, this cabin is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Walton Ranger Station. Silver Staircase Falls and Glacier Anglers are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Cozy Glacier Park Log Cabin - 'Best in the West!' Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 122 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cabin near Glacier
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gary and Theresa's cabin in Essex. The cabin is the most well stocked and the cleanest vacation rental I've ever stayed at. The hosts were so kind and left us a bottle wine and pasta on our first night. Location is phenomenal; perfect for exploring both sides of the park. We would happily return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Cabin in thevwest
Cabin was great-extremely clean and well stocked - location was good for hitting hikes on both sides of the Park. It is close to road and train tracks but that’s common in this area. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cabin to anyone visiting Glacier NP.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin for our Glacier Adventure
The cabin was beautiful, well equipped and comfortable. The owner was super friendly and easy to communicate with. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni D., Caledonia, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, charming home. Right between both Glacier park entrances.
Hosts were fabulous, it was like having a kind neighbor you enjoy conversations with. My daughter fell in love with their dog. Super clean cabin, kitchen well stocked with whatever tools / etc you need, new grill was enjoyed so we didn't heat up the cabin. The train is right across the street, but not enough of an issue to deter a positive review (it did wake us a few times). Kids liked counting how many trains they saw in a week. Good location between park entrances. No A/C in the house, but it only got a little stuffy late afternoon and we were out of the house most days (with highs around 90 this week). Thanks Gary and Theresa for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply beautiful
This property is so well taken care. We travel a lot and this was the cleanest stay yet. I found this surprising for a cabin in the woods. The hosts were super sweet and left us a bottle of wine and homemade apple sauce. We were blessed to find this gem and enjoy Glacier while being immersed in the forest. We loved our down-time relaxing by the fire pit, roasting marshmallows and playing horseshoes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glacier National Park vacation
The cabin was very clean and the property tidy. Theresa and Gary were excellent host. The property is located in a perfect location to access both the west and east gate to Glacier National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for Glacier National Park
A wonderful property located between the West Entrance of GNP and the east side which makes it perfect for exploring all sides of the park. This spotless cabin was equipped with a full kitchen including cooking basics (oil, spices), satellite tv, dvd, washer/dryer including all detergents and basic toiletries. The host is very welcoming and creates the perfect balance of being available to you while also offering you your privacy. The property has plenty of space for a family to enjoy, including camp fire and horseshoes as well as a nice creek just a minute down the road. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie E., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice log cabin
Great hosts, extremely well stocked, lovely deck. Be aware that trains are nearby and it’s a bit of a drive to east Glacier and Many Glacier. Beautiful authentic log cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Tersa is amazing, very kind-hearted and great pleasure to meet her and Apolo
very clean, cozy, Teresa stacked the house with everything you can think of, highly recommended place, thank you Teresa for all of it , we enjoyed your cozy cabin so much all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness
cabin too close to the road
The cabinet closest to the road and the train noise right across the road is very loud and squealing all night and day. Highway noise right by the cabin picked up around 5 AM it is very noisy all day on the loft bedroom is nice but the only accessible bathroom floor it is downstairs.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place to Stay
This cabin is so cozy and beautiful. As many conveniences as possible were provided to us from staple pantry items, to DVDs and games provided. We had a place to wash clothes, cook meals, watch tv. It is located conveniently equal distance from the West and East Glacier entrances. We had less than desirable weather during our stay but the cabin was the perfect place to hunker down, make meals and watch movies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness
first timers in montana/GNP
We were greeted by the very friendly owner Gary and his sweet playful dog, Apollo. They were both so welcoming, accommodating and friendly. The cabin was so cozy and beautiful! It had pretty much everything we needed. We did not have any issues and had the best first (and hopefully not last) time visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
You NEED to stay here!
Excellent choice for our families Glacier National Park stay. Ideally located between West and East Glacier. The workmanship of the cabin, all of the amenities, and the welcoming from the hosts made our stay just PERFECT! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alysia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing experience!
This was, by far, the best cabin and host experience I’ve ever had! The cabin was clean, beautiful and well stocked! Our hosts were incredibly welcoming and honestly, by the end of the week, they felt like family! No doubt, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend this property
Easy to find! Stayed here while doing hikes in glacier. On upon arriving Gary and Theresa, and there dog Apollo greeted us and made us feel at home. The Cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Will stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sulab B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second home
This was one of the best decisions that we made in life. Gary and Theresa we’re not just host for us but like a family. They made sure that our Stay was exactly what we desired. They even called us over for dinner and treated us like their family members. They are a pure soul. We will visit them again for sure. The house is absolutely phenomenal. Everything is in there. You all just have to adjust with the internet which is quite slow. Everything else is perfect. Don’t hesitate to book this beautiful house. I assure you no one will regret.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s absolutely the best in the west!
Where to begin…:: it was fabulous!!! Not sure what we liked better, the accommodations or the company!!! We adored Gary and Teressa!! Felt like family to us! And the cabin was just perfect! Great location, super cozy and all around perfect. We can’t wait to return and the kids adored their dog Apollo.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret (Peggy) W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in Montana
Such a beautiful part of our country, the cabin in nestled by Glacier-National-Park. A perfect location to allow for lots of sight seeing & beautiful photos. The cabin is beautifully cared for by the friendly & kind hosts/owners. A stay you need to experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Log House Getaway
All that we hoped for: quiet & privacy but accessible to the beauty of the area.

10/10 Excellent

DARRELL V., NORCROSS

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin Off the Beaten Path
Beautiful log cabin, extremely well appointed and furnished just off Route 2. 20 minutes from West Glacier. For those who need Wi-fi, read the description and understand that this cabin is in a wilderness area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin!
Our family of 5 stayed at this beautiful cabin at the end of July. The cabin had everything we needed and the owners, Gary and Theresa, were so friendly and amazing. My special needs daughter absolutely LOVED the trains that went by frequently, and all the kids enjoyed playing with the well-trained dog. For us, the location between entrances to the park was perfect. Wifi and cell service is limited, but there is a landline for emergencies. I believe it was hot for their climate, while we were there, and although there is no AC in the cabin, it was totally fine for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vikki G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful log cabin outside of Glacier National Park
Very gracious hosts and beautiful log cabin. Gary and Theresa made sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable and enjoy our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaila J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Stay Ever
This cabin was amazing! We had THE BEST stay. Gary and Theresa were awesome hosts. The cabin was gorgeous; the pictures don’t do it justice. It’s halfway between the east and west entrance to the park, which was perfect for our stay. We had a wedding to attend in the park and Gary and Theresa were kind enough to let everyone get ready at the cabin - it made for beautiful pictures. They were ready and willing to let us use their entire grounds during our stay. We even had our wedding BBQ in their shed the next day. All in all, I’d say this was BY FAR the best experience I’ve ever had with a rental, and it’s going to be hard to top it. I’d give a hundred stars if could!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamara O., Avon

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful cabin in a beautiful setting!
Gary and Theresa were the perfect hosts! He gave us elk sausage for breakfast, which made it especially yummy and a super story for the kids to tell their friends, that they ate elk! It was a perfect vacation hiking all day in Glacier then relaxing with a fire and s’mores at the cabin. The cabin was gorgeous and in immaculate condition!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin
Pros: The Cabin layout was good, well built, and well-stocked. Clean, plenty of towels, soap, coffee, and everything else needed for our stay including a smores kit for the outside fire-pit and a welcome bottle of wine and fruit. Stock up at the Super-1 store for food before coming and you are set. It is between the West and East entrance of Glacier National park which for us worked out well because we split our trip between going to the West for rafting and hiking the Avalance trails and the East for hiking the Many Glacier and Two Medicine trails. Cons: We just so happened to be there during 100+ degree weather (one of those hundred-year events). One day it was 105 and the next morning it was 52. The cabin does not have air conditioning but the owners provided fans and there was good ventilation. But this did mean we had to open windows which let in some of the train and road noise which may bother those who stay upstairs (but not a problem for those who stayed in the downstairs bedroom). The internet was OK for checking emails but don’t expect to work from home here. The Excellent: Gary and Theresa (our hosts) are wonderful people. They even provided us a local delicacy for our dinner the first night (fantastic!). They were like a friendly neighbor you enjoy bumping into but were never in our way. We really did enjoy their company and felt oddly connected even though we were there only a week. I can’t say enough good things about them. Just kind, good people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021