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A riverside view with a bridge, picnic tables, and a grassy area.
A riverside view with a bridge, dock, and grassy area.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A forested trail with trees and rocks.
A bedroom with a double bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a kitchenette in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MT
  • Place, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Eric Thorsen Art Studio
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Eva Gates Homemade Preserves
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bigfork

This condo places you next to Flathead Lake and within a 10-minute walk of Eric Thorsen Art Studio. The condo includes a kitchenette, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Bigfork Summer Playhouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Eric Thorsen Art Studio - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Eva Gates Homemade Preserves - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Riecke's Bayside Gallery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wayfarers State Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Growlers Bar, Grille and Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Topo Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flathead Lake Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat

Wake up to panoramic views of Bigfork Bay and Flathead Lake from your private balcony. Walk to downtown Bigfork for coffee, dining, and shopping, spend the afternoon on the water with nearby boat and paddleboard rentals, then unwind while watching the sunset over the Swan Mountains.

Visiting Glacier National Park?

Located approximately 40 miles from Glacier National Park, this condo makes an ideal home base for exploring Going-to-the-Sun Road, hiking trails, alpine lakes, and wildlife viewing before returning to a peaceful waterfront setting in Bigfork.

Why Guests Love This Condo

✔ Waterfront on Bigfork Bay
✔ Walk to restaurants, galleries, and shops and Summer Playhouse.
✔ Private balcony overlooking the lake
✔ Marina with boat, paddleboard, and watercraft rentals nearby
✔ Easy day trips to Glacier National Park
✔ King bed and comfortable retreat for couples
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The condo also includes a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the bay

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this condo?

Located steps from Flathead Lake, this condo is in Bigfork, and within a 10-minute walk of Eric Thorsen Art Studio and Bigfork Summer Playhouse. You'll also find Riecke's Bayside Gallery and Eva Gates Homemade Preserves less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Is Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this condo, including a fireplace and a kitchenette in each condo, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat?

No, this condo doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

How close is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA), which is 25.4 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat?

Yes, every condo at Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat comes with a balcony and some offer lake and mountain views.

Waterfront Bigfork Bay Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great. Amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Great Spot!

I booked this VRBO when we got rained out of Glacier Park. It was a great place to easily reach the heart of BigFork with a nice view of the river
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing setting in a very comfortable studio unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

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

Great Stay at Marina Cay

Such a nice spot. Great location. One of the better units in the building as parking is very close and the view is incredible. Place was super clean and better than the pictures on the listing! Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful! What a great view. Coffee on the deck in the morning and a glass of wine to watch the sunset. Having our boat docked in front made everything so convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo was great! Clean, cool, convenient. Loved watching the view and activities in the bay. And yet it was very quiet at night even through the deck screen door. We walked to town several times to shop and go to the plays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine E.

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

Just lovely

My husband and our two babies stayed here and everything was so lovely. From the view, to the room, and the decor it was perfect. It was so clean and cozy. Thank you so much for having us we would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022