Guest Guide

Everything you need to settle in.

Arrival, the cabin, the grounds, and our favorite stops in Glacier, Bigfork, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls. Bookmark this page on your phone before you leave home.

🗺️ Arriving

Check-in & door code

Self check-in is via the keypad on the front door, anytime after 3:00 PM. Your unique 4–6 digit code is sent to you through Airbnb 24–48 hours before arrival, and is active from 3:00 PM check-in day through 10:00 AM checkout day.

The historic door

The cabin's original front door can stick slightly on cool mountain mornings. A firm push (or pull) on the handle is all it takes — nothing is wrong with the mechanism, it's just an old, lovely piece of homestead carpentry.

Driving in

Follow the address pin in your check-in message rather than the street name alone — the last stretch is scenic but easy to miss. You'll want a car for the whole stay. Free parking is right at the cabin.

On the way: stock up

Columbia Falls (15 min) has groceries and great coffee. Bigfork (15 min) is the closest spot for dinner on Flathead Lake. The cabin's kitchen is fully equipped if you'd rather cook.

🏡 Inside the cabin

WiFi

Fast WiFi throughout the cabin. Network name and password are on a card on the kitchen counter and also printed inside the welcome binder.

Sleeping arrangements

Queen bed with a premium Purple mattress in the bedroom. The living-room sofa pulls out into a comfortable second bed for up to 4 guests total.

Kitchen

Fully stocked: coffee maker, kettle, pots, pans, basic spices, olive oil, salt and pepper. Bring your own groceries — there's a small market in Columbia Falls and a full grocery store in Bigfork.

Heat & cooling

Thermostat in the living room. The cabin is well-insulated; nights can be cool even in summer — there are extra blankets in the bedroom closet.

Safety

Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms are installed. First-aid kit is under the bathroom sink. In any real emergency, dial 911 first, then text us — we live nearby on the property.

🌲 The grounds

Your space

The cabin and its immediate creekside grounds — including the fire pit and stargazing areas — are entirely yours. Enjoy the year-round creek, the seasonal creek, and the pond with its cascading waterfall.

Working farm — view only

The orchard, garden, and historic barn are part of our working farm. Please admire these from the outside. If you'd like a hosted walk, ask us about the "Morning at the Farm" add-on.

Fire pit

Use seasoned wood (firewood bundles are available as an add-on — ask before arrival). Keep the fire small, never leave it unattended, and douse it fully before heading inside. Watch the local fire-restriction status during summer; we'll text you if rules change during your stay.

Wildlife

Deer, eagles, and the occasional bear are part of the magic. Two simple rules keep everyone safe: store all food (and trash) inside, and never leave scraps out. Bear spray lives on the hook by the front door — take it with you on hikes, please.

🏔️ Glacier National Park

2026 access — good news

No vehicle reservation needed to drive Going-to-the-Sun Road in 2026 — you can come and go on your own schedule. The road typically opens late June and closes mid-October, depending on snow.

Logan Pass parking

Starting July 1, parking at Logan Pass is capped at 3 hours. Plan to make Logan Pass your morning stop — leave the cabin by 6:30 AM if you want a parking spot during peak season.

West Entrance — 30 minutes from the cabin

The fastest entry from us. Stop in West Glacier for last-minute snacks or bear-spray rentals.

Recommended hikes

_TODO — Travis & Andrea to add 4–6 favorite hikes by difficulty (Avalanche Lake easy, Hidden Lake moderate, Highline strenuous, etc.) with one-line tips._

Park entrance fee

Currently $35 per vehicle, valid for 7 days. America the Beautiful annual passes are accepted.

🌊 Bigfork

15 minutes from the cabin

Our favorite walkable Montana town — galleries, waterfront dining on Flathead Lake, summer playhouse.

Food & drink

_TODO — add 3–5 favorite spots (waterfront dinner, casual lunch, coffee, dessert)._

On the water

_TODO — boat rentals, kayak put-ins, sunset cruise recommendations._

⛷️ Whitefish

30 minutes from the cabin

Downtown Whitefish has the dining-and-shopping density Bigfork doesn't. Whitefish Mountain Resort is the local ski mountain — open December through early April.

Food & drink

_TODO — Travis & Andrea favorite restaurants, breweries, coffee._

Things to do

_TODO — summer chairlift ride, downtown shopping, Whitefish Lake._

🍺 Columbia Falls

15 minutes from the cabin

Closest spot for groceries and a small-town brewery scene.

Groceries

_TODO — name the closest full grocery store + hours._

Breweries & food

_TODO — 2–3 brewery picks, a casual lunch spot, ice cream._

🩺 Emergency & health

Emergency

Dial 911 first, then text us. We live nearby on the property and can be at the cabin in minutes.

Closest hospital

Logan Health Medical Center — Kalispell, about 25 minutes by car.

Veterinary

_TODO — closest vet for any traveling animals (though we don't accept pets, useful for emergencies)._

Pharmacy

_TODO — closest pharmacy hours in Columbia Falls._

✓ House rules recap

Quick reference

Check-in after 3:00 PM · Checkout by 10:00 AM · 4 guests maximum · No pets · No smoking inside or on the porch · Quiet hours after 10:00 PM (we have neighbors and wildlife sleeping nearby).

Before you head out on checkout day

Start the dishwasher if you used it · Trash in the bin outside · Windows shut · Front door pulled firmly closed (remember the morning stick) · Leave the rest to us.

Anything missing?

If something here is unclear or you'd like a recommendation we haven't covered, message us through Airbnb. We're nearby and respond quickly.