The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park

9.7

Outstanding(91 Reviews)

House in Glacier National Park, MT

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this house rental

Skip the hassle with entering the park daily by staying inside Glacier National Park. Our quiet cozy location inside Glacier National Park, steps to Lake Mcdonald pristine glacial lake. Enjoy coming back from your GNP adventures to your own private rock beach with outstanding views of the garden wall. The Boathouse offers a private master bedroom with king bed and seperate loft area bedroom with two twin beds all accessible by seperate staircases. Each bedroom offers views of Lake McDonald. The loft twin bedroom also features a private deck and Hulu TV. The main level has a large full bath and full kitchen for all your cooking needs. Our living area features a comfortable area to relax from a day in the park with a dining area. Our place is surrounded by an old cedar forest with views of the Garden wall too. Enjoy your own private beach on the shores of Lake McDonald. Boat rentals are available in Apgar. We do not offer use of owners private boats or the boat in the picture for rental use.

Additional guests must be approved by manager. Max total guest for our rental is 4 guests.

This property does not allow pets or smoking inside.

Note: This property is located inside GNP on the West side of the park.As of November 9th, 2024, this property will now require a Going to the Sun Vehicle reservation ticket to access points from Apgar Village check station to Logan's pass on the West Side of the park. You will still need to purchase a National Parks Pass and a vehicle reservation ticket for any other gates inside the park you wish to access. I.e. Many Glacier, Northfork, Polebridge.

At time of reservation, we do require reserved guest to sign a rental agreement. Our confirmation email will include the link to the agreement from Glacier View Vacation Rentals.

2025 Reservations: We will open our calendar to all 2025 reservations starting August 1st, 2024. Please check back with us, to reserve your spot with us.

Update: 11/20/24: We are experiencing error messages while trying to reserve our property on Vrbo under the payment section. Should you experience these issues at time of reservation, please contact us directly at Glacier View Vacation Rentals or try another booking channel such as Airbnb. We greatly apologize for any inconvenience as we sort these issues out with the our software and VRBO.

Amenities:

Electric Heat

Gas BBQ Grill

Lighter

Silverware & utensils, knife set

Dishes (cups, plates, bowls), plastic cups

Corkscrew, Can opener, Wine tool, small utensils measuring cups, etc

Kitchen towels & wash clothes

Pots & Pans

Cutting board

Ice Trays

Toaster

Blender

Crock pot

Electric range and oven

Refrigerator

Microwave

Portable cooler with freezer pack

Coffee Filters, Coffee Maker Drip, tea kettle, Coffee Grinder, Kuerig Coffee Maker

Linen, towels & blankets, beach towel for lake days. *please do not use our bath towels

Small S& P shakers

Dish detergent

Hand soap

Bath soap

Hairdryer

Board games, cards, movies

TV: hula only

*Glacier day hikes book (please leave for future guest)

*Bear spray (please leave for future guest)

Starter items for you:

Toilet paper

Paper towels

Trash bags

Coffee Filters

hand soap, dish soap, bath soap, shampoo/conditioner

Things you may need to purchase or bring with you:

Spices & Cooking oils that you may need

Coffee

Tinfoil, zip lock bags

Food items

Any starter items that need to be replenished for your needs

Coffee

Tinfoil, zip lock bags

Food items

Ice

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Glacier National Park, MT

Nearby attractions

Glacier National Park

29.7 mi

Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada

61.7 mi

Red Rock Canyon

66.8 mi

Cameron Falls Lookout

58.2 mi

The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park

9.7

Outstanding(91 Reviews)

House in Glacier National Park, MT

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Glacier National Park, MT

Nearby attractions

Glacier National Park

29.7 mi

Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada

61.7 mi

Red Rock Canyon

66.8 mi

Cameron Falls Lookout

58.2 mi

Reviews

9.7

Outstanding(91 Reviews)

10.0

Jun 2024

Loved the boathouse! I can’t believe this place exists! Its location right inside the park is perfect and made sightseeing so much easier. The home itself was lovely with the red accented kitchen! My kids didn’t want to leave!

10.0

Jun 2024

This home was truly the perfect spot for our family of 3 on our first time visiting Glacier NP the middle of June. We loved the location being inside the park gate and directly on the beautiful lake. It is extremely close to the area that has cafe, kayak/boat/bike/paddleboard rentals. It is also really close to the area with the Apgar visitors center. The GTTS Road didn't open all the way up until a few days after our departure, but we were able to enjoy numerous hikes, kayaking, a visit to McDonald Lodge, etc. Being June, we never had problems finding a parking spot anywhere no matter what time of day it was. We also drove out and around to visit the St Marys entrance. We cooked breakfast and dinners there and used the cooler to pack lunches/water bottles each day for the road. The home was well stocked with dishes/bowls/silverware, very nice pots/pans, cooking utensils, two bear sprays. I appreciated things that you don't always find at VRBO's - hangers, abundance of nice towels/wash cloths, kleenex, comfortable beds. I would highly recommend the GuideAlong app on your phone and purchasing the Glacier tour. It is an audio guide that knows your location and tells you what you are approaching and helpful info as your drive through the park. Christie was a wonderful host with welcome snacks, suggestions on a large grocery store, etc. All three of us want to visit Glacier again and definitely will stay at this fantastic home.

10.0

Jun 2024

It was absolutely gorgeous and we are so blessed to be able to walk out of the back door and be able to see the lake, touch the water and rocks, and even a "polar plunge". Thank you for snacks and gifts, if we ever come back to the area (live in SC) we would love to stay again!

10.0

Jun 2024

I am a Montana native living on the East Coast. I return yearly and feel extremely fortunate to have stayed at the boat house. The reflection off the mountains in the lake water changed throughout the day and evening, a bald eagle is nesting behind the house and all is serene. The house is very comfortable, clean and easily accommodated my elderly father and my brother and his wife. We have an unforgettable time on the lake and being together is this very special place. Thank you.

10.0

May 2024

The view is incredible. The boat house is nestled in a wooded area with only three other houses. Services are close to the west entrance. The beds are comfortable. Will be back with the wife if they have us.

10.0

May 2024

Perfect for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids. Very convenient location on the lake and short hike to Apgar village. Gorgeous views on a clear day.

8.0

Apr 2024

Christie was very responsive to emails.

10.0

Apr 2024

Fantastic getaway. More extensive review on VRBO where I found the property. Would love to return again. Christie Dunn was.wonderful to work with—quick to respond.

10.0

Apr 2024

Fantastic rental. I was hesitant to do a vacation rental because of prior experiences of problems with cleanliness but this rental was very clean. We loved every minute.

10.0

Apr 2024

My husband, 2 toddlers, and myself stayed at the boathouse and it was everything we could have hoped for and more!! We stayed mid September and it was very peaceful at the property. The view was beyond beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see a beaver and otter go for morning swims. Our children thoroughly enjoyed themselves and we plan on coming back. Christie was quick to respond and always pleasant. The check in process was seamless and we had no issues during our stay.

10.0

Apr 2024

Place worked well for our four adult family. Prompt responses, easy to deal with. They let us drop off food to place in frig early( while cleaning was being done) so we could go explore the Park.

8.0

Apr 2024

RECOMMENDATIONS: Would recommend the two small beds in the second bedroom be changed to a larger bed (or have two twins that can actually be put together securely), very difficult for taller adults to sleep in. Couch springs/supports are starting to collapse. Shower head requires CLR cleaning or replacement. Christie was very communicative

10.0

Apr 2024

See above Great customer service

10.0

Oct 2023

There are few places more spectacular than Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park, and to be able to stay on the shores and take in the view in a private setting is hard to beat! The property is well equipped and maintained, but we were there to enjoy the outdoors, and our stay was just perfect.

10.0

Oct 2023

Wonderful home, great location!

10.0

Oct 2023

Absolutely perfect stay!

10.0

Sep 2023

Five days. Wonderful to be on lake

10.0

Sep 2023

Beautiful views, perfect spot in GNP no waiting line for GTSR, Clean and comfortable.TEN STARS!

10.0

Jul 2023

This was perfect for our family of four (including two kids under 10). Amazing views of the lake and mountains from the lower outside sitting area and dock. Enjoyed morning coffee and evening cocktails with that priceless view. So worth it! We loved the convenience of staying in the park. Great location adjacent to Apgar and so close to the West Glacier entrance. Highly recommend and can’t wait to be back!

10.0

Jun 2023

Was a great place for our family-4 adults. Location was perfect as was inside the Park, so didn’t need a vehicle pass for GTTS road. Enjoyed a great deal .

8.0

Jun 2023

The location is perfect being right on the lake, can’t beat the spot. The lay out works well for 4 people and there are enough kitchen items to get by. The carpet should be replaced as it looks pretty old and stained. The top deck could use some refreshing as it looks pretty rough. Overall it was a great stay and as expected, just could use a refresh.

5.0

Oct 2022

The boathouse is in an amazing location, and is perfect for a small family or a couple

10.0

Oct 2022

The boat house was the perfect place for us to stay during our October visit to GNP. It was spacious, comfortable and the views of the lake were breathtaking. Christie was incredibly helpful and responsive leading up to and during our stay. We hope to return someday.

10.0

Oct 2022

The boathouse is in an amazing location, and is perfect for a small family or a couple

10.0

Sep 2022

Relaxing stay at Boat House. Great book containing any activity information needed. Excellent email communication on property, directions and requirements. Questions were answered quickly.

6.0

Sep 2022

Location great. Every chair or stool in place had stains and furniture old and worn. No bannister on 14 steps to bathroom..at night this is tricky! Loved the Keurig. They need Adirondack chairs at the water...no place to sit and enjoy glass of wine...ice cream parlor chairs on mini deck don't cut it

10.0

Aug 2022

This was the best vacation my wife and I have ever been on. Being right on Lake McDonold was amazing. After a couple full days of hiking we spent a day just relaxing by the lake enjoying the views. We will definetly be renting this property again.

5.0

Jul 2022

Everything was as described. The view and location in the park is the most beautiful and very convenient to Apgar and West Glacier. We had such a wonderful time and will be back for sure.

10.0

Jul 2022

Everything was as described. The view and location in the park is the most beautiful and very convenient to Apgar and West Glacier. We had such a wonderful time and will be back for sure.

5.0

Jul 2022

Love the Boat House

Love the Boat House

Everything was as described. The view and location in the park is the most beautiful and very convenient to Apgar and West Glacier. We had such a wonderful time and will be back for sure.

5.0

Jul 2022

We just returned from our stay at The Boathouse. What a great rental! It was so convenient to stay right in Glacier Park, especially since you need tickets to access the GTSR now. Staying in this rental allowed us to bypass the ticketing system and just show them our rental agreement. The house was exactly as described and fit our family of 4 perfectly. The view of the lake was gorgeous. We loved coming back to the house after a long day of hiking and sitting out on the dock to relax. Even though the GTSR was not fully open, we still found plenty to do. We loved the Grinnel Glacier hike, the Avalanche Lake hike and biking the closed portion of the GTSR. Although, I would recommend renting E-bikes if possible. Thanks for a great stay!

5.0

Jul 2022

Will come back. Great property, wonderful location. Secluded but short walk to Apgar Village.

10.0

Jul 2022

Great stay in Glacier!

Great stay in Glacier!

10.0

Jul 2022

Wonderful property

Wonderful property

Will come back. Great property, wonderful location. Secluded but short walk to Apgar Village.

5.0

Oct 2021

Peaceful, serene retreat

Peaceful, serene retreat

We loved how you can see the lake through the trees from every room. The dock was lovely to sit on early evening and watch the ever changing light on the high peaks. An eagle flew directly overhead on 2 nights at the lakeshore. We enjoyed being there when many others were not and enjoyed the solitude. The Fall colors were stunning and we saw a lot of wild animals in the park. The kitchen was well equipped, and I did a lot of cooking. We hope to return again someday.

5.0

Oct 2021

Fantastic getaway.

Fantastic getaway.

Fantastic getaway. More extensive review on VRBO where I found the property. Would love to return again. Christie Dunn was.wonderful to work with—quick to respond.

5.0

Oct 2021

Very nice

5.0

Sep 2021

Beautiful

Beautiful

Very nice

5.0

Sep 2021

Beautiful space

Beautiful space

We loved this property. Everything was thought of and the little card & gifts on the table were a perfect touch. We loved being just a walk out the door to the dock on lake McDonald. The home was so clean and well taken care of. We would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Sep 2021

The house had everything we needed, and was in the perfect spot on the lake being close to Apgar Village! My family and I had a fantastic time, and would love to stay here again in the future!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Glacier National Park?

The average price for a rental in Glacier National Park is R 5,894 per night. This rental is R 4,081 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park

House in Glacier National Park, MT

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Glacier National Park, MT

Nearby attractions

The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park

House in Glacier National Park, MT

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Glacier National Park, MT

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Glacier National Park?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Boathouse on the shores of Lake McDonald Glacier National Park?

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