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Reviews of Big Cedar Lodge Secluded Near Flathead Lake - 20 Acres - 6 BD/ 7 BA Sleeps 14+

Big Cedar Lodge Secluded Near Flathead Lake - 20 Acres - 6 BD/ 7 BA Sleeps 14+
Bigfork, MT

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jan A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs deep cleaning and fix of broken items
This could be a beautiful home except for the lack of cleanliness. Double oven in kitchen looks to have never been cleaned. Grease build up Downdraft vent doesn't work guessing because of grease build up Broken utensils (can opener, metal utensils without proper handles etc) Kitchen faucet loose and difficult to turn off 1 microwave oven did not work & the other quit working Torn pillows on beds with no replacements MBrm had lights out, dirty sheets (totally unacceptable), candy in dresser drawer left by previous guests. Towels smelled like they had sat wet for a time and then just dried. Bad smell Hot water breaker tripped every day causing inconvenience for our family. (Dillan saved us) Codes given for garage doors weren't correct. Guessing owner has not have been to property lately to see these problems. Sad. I had contacted owner through VRBO email and did not hear from owner until I contacted VRBO directly. This was day before check in. As I stated, this could be a beautiful home if not for the lack of a thorough cleaning and broken items
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Was disappointed sauna wasn’t working, but overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angela P.

Great for large group
Great location and great size for multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glacier Vacation at Big Cedar Lodge.
This a very nice cabin/lodge. It has lots of space and eoom for lots of people and the rooms are big and have nice a/c units to cool them. If you have lots of people you have to be aware of your water usage sense you are up in the mountains and the well does not produce alot of water. They have a large holding tank so it is all good as long as you are aware and respect your water usage. As for most every rental there are signs of some use, which is expected. I would defendantly stay here again and would tell anyone else to stay here. It is a peaceful and beautiful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult Vacation
The property is absolutely amazing! It is close enough to town for amenities but far out enough to enjoy nature along with peace and quiet. We had the pleasure of seeing a black bear and plenty of deer on the property. The temperatures were a bit high but it was not an issue in the house. The entertainment area in the basement stayed very cool and had plenty of room for our group of 12 to enjoy the games.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and big home!
The location was perfect for our needs. The house is big and beautiful, some areas need some upkeep but overall we enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S., Spokane, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with exceptional space
This weekend was for my wife's birthday. The home was very large and had many great places to gather. Whether you wanted to relax by the massive fireplace or play various games in the basement. The home is close enough to shopping but far enough that you would never know it was there. I look forward to staying here again in the summer to experience whatelse the area has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
We used this property for a work retreat for our management group of 7. It worked perfectly and the location is gorgeous. Highly recommend. We will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and atmosphere
We loved our stay. So much room for the 11 of us. Kitchen well stocked and laid out. Dining on the patio, ping pong, sauna, large table for puzzle, huge windows, super comfortable beds, quiet surroundings. I want to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded getaway
We had a lovely Family getaway planned here. House slept 9 guests comfortably. Has all the basics.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for large family
We stayed with our 4 grown children, son/daughter in-laws and grandkids 6mos. - 9yrs. It was a perfect layout for all off us. We had some fierce ping pong tournaments. Great family meals. Bigfork was our favorite town in NW Montana. The Monday night farmers market was fun. Access to Flathead Lake was 10-15 minutes. It was an easy drive to the west entrance to GNP - 50 minutes. If we come back with the full squad we'll definitely rent this lodge again - it was perfect for us. The owners were very responsive and great to rent from.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house but super hot
We rented this house for a family reunion. It’s great for a big gathering. Beautiful house in a great location. There is no AC however and it was unbearably hot this week. It is an unusual heat wave here but the house was so hot. Even with the 2 small portable ac units they had and all the fans going. We even bought more fans and we still couldn’t get it to cool down. Also there were no garbage cans so we just had to pile all the garbage in bags in the very hot garage and it got super stinky.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
Michelle, the weather this summer was unprecedented. I’m sorry you had to deal with this as We will be installing A/C for next summer.

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
We were in town for a wedding in the park. The house was great as all had their own bathroom. The only downside was that their was only one TV for that many people..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2020
Im glad that you had a great trip, we have 2 TVs so im not sure why you only saw one. We have one in the Main Family room and one in the Basement with the pool table and ping pong table. Have a safe Trip Home

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
*AMAZING*
The house exceeded our expectations. It was clean, well appointed and had everything you would need. We stayed the entire month of August. The owners and property manager could not have been nicer or more accommodating. The first week we were there Montana had hit record high temperatures. The house does not have a/c. I texted the owner and within hours he had delivered 3 commercial fans. It was perfect. Our family came throughout our stay and giving the tour of the house was fun each time. The home sits back along the forest and was 2 miles off the main road. Being a city girl I thought at first this would be a problem. I could not have been happier. It is 15 minutes from town and 5 minutes to the closest river access. Perfect location if you don't mind peace and quiet and beautiful views of the mountains and trees. We couldn't have been any happier and would recommend this home or any other home the Kellers may have. 5 Star rating for a 5 Star property. You won't be disappointed ! Michele Cuomo
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie S., New Bern, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a big group!
This was perfect for our 3 family group who was in Montana to visit Glacier. This house is gorgeous, has a bathroom for every bedroom and lots of space. We happened to be in town the week of a heat wave and 95 degree temps. There is NO AC. It was a bit warm. There were several small issues that I addressed with the property manager (mainly maintenance issues and kitchen needs) and that keeps me from giving a 5 star review. But we would stay here again. We had an amazing week even with the heat.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
I so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for you feedback. We will be installing A/C for next summer.

8/10 Good

Debbie E., Post Falls, ID

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house - should have been cleaner
Five families stayed here for 4 nights. The house is huge, and has a great layout for large groups. We loved the game room (especially ping pong) and appreciated the large pantry. It's nice to have a place to store coolers and dry food, versus just filling up the counters. The 5 suites with en suite bathrooms were just right - no sharing a bathroom with other adults. The kids loved the bunk room. Cons --the house was not clean when we arrived. The trash cans in the garage were all completely full, and the kitchen didn't appear to have been cleaned recently. Some of the bedding was definitely not clean. The whole place seemed a bit neglected, like it wasn't freshened for spring, inside or out. Pros -- there was a major problem with the water supply, and Todd (prop mgr) was very responsive and handled it immediately. If I knew a professional cleaning crew had gone through it, and that someone had tended to the outside (cleaning spiderwebs from windows, and mowing down the greenery surrounding the house) then I would happily stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
Debbie, I’m glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. I am so sorry about the cleaning issues you experienced. We have hired two new cleaning crews since your stay that are a professional service.

8/10 Good

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Overall experience was great. Only feedback is maybe highlight more the need for at least AWD for vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
Nathan, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. If you are staying in the winter then a 4WD vehicle is recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
There was 14 of us in our group. The house was very spacious and we had lots of room. We enjoyed our stay immensely! Beautiful house very secluded and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property!
Our family really enjoyed our stay at Big Cedar Lodge!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

June S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote location but spacious and comfortably furnished
The house was remote regarding Glacier NP but conveniently near town of Big Fork , restaurants, the lakefront etc. Lots to do in the area. The kids made good use of the game room . Would have liked a clearer yard for wildlife viewing and more deck furniture to use. Had trouble locking two of the doors and the dining area needed four more matching chairs at the massive table. No blender was a drawback. We have smoothies almost daily. Too few serving pieces for dinner. Not enough hooks in all the baths to accommodate all the towels for the number of guests that the house can hold. Not good ventilation in some of the baths so towels stayed damp the next day. The dishwasher was a nuisance to start/operate. Great house but please attend to these small things to make life simpler for your guests. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
I’m sorry that you had some small annoyances while at the lodge. We strive for 5 star stays and I am sorry that we did not meet that expectation for your stay. I will look at all of your concerns and I will address them as quickly as I can. I want future guests to have a 5 star experience. Thank you for your feedback and suggestions for improving our lodge.

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is tucked back in the woods at the base of the mountain. Very beautiful home!!
My family and I rented this home for a family reunion. The house is just beautiful! Lots of space. Beautiful furniture and amazing fireplace!! The property owner was extremely kind and very easy to communicate with. We did not run into any problems. I would recommend renting this home to anyone. We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Cedar Lodge
My son and his family were visiting from North Carolina, and we rarely get a chance to get our entire family together, so Big Cedar Lodge offered us ample space in order for us to all be together at the same time. We are a family of 14, so I felt fortunate to find lodging that could accommodate my whole crew. The lodge was beautiful, clean, and spacious. We also spent time on the Flathead River for a water rafting trip and a day at the Big Sky Waterpark because of the location of the lodge. Our adult children and we enjoyed the time together as much as our 7 grandchildren. There was an entire floor devoted entirely to younger children, which gave the adults time to make meals and share stories. I would visit Big Cedar Lodge again, and recommend the lodge to anyone who asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was a pleasure having you. I’m glad that you were able to relax and enjoy yourself. :)

10/10 Excellent

PAUL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
our piece of heaven
brought entire immediate family , had plenty of space, beautiful place,seen a lot of wildlife up close, kids had room to play. Over all an excellent place for a vacation.5 stars

10/10 Excellent

Dannica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat from Everyday Worries
Beautiful property off the beaten path. Absolutely stunning home with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin H., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property, will more than exceed your needs for the larger party of family or friends.
Todd and Shannon, my family so enjoyed the spaciousness of your beautiful property in Bigfork Montana. The beds and all the bathrooms made it very easy for all of us to not be on top of one another, unfortunately the weather was the issue, not your property. So we enjoyed spending quality time playing games and sprawling with the kids on the floor, it was a little chilly to be outdoors and utilizing the deck, however it was a beautiful time that we had. We would recommend your property to anyone who wanted to enjoy The Bigfork area of Montana, thank you so much, have a blessed summer, the Sprenger’s 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

This is the spot!! Secluded, breathtaking views from every room.
Wow😍. Beautiful home, including everything you would ever need for a vacation in Montana. Can’t say enough about the fireplace and open view from living room. Kitchen is well equipped and all the bedrooms are spacious and comfort table. The bonus room on the lower level is perfect for kids and teens to have a blast with ping pong, pool and every game imaginable. I would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

We use VRBO a lot for our trips and this was by far the best home we have ever stayed in.
This was more than a home… It was a lodge… Super private, the setting was just beautiful… To look at the gorgeous trees and wildlife was such a treat. So relaxing. Exactly what we needed. The basement was full of fun w a pool table, ping pong and fooseball table.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Beth L.

Beautiful scenic views and sunsets at night.
If you’re looking for a place to get away from it all, this is it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!
This place was awesome. 6 couples stayed- so much room and beautiful overall, comfortable beds, everyone slept great. We are game players so we used all the game tables downstairs in the evenings. The best part was that we saw some type of wildlife every time we drove down the driveway. According to the locals, only 10% of visitors see a bear during their vacation. We saw a young bear several times in the next door neighbor's yard. Medium size cub that we would watch from our car - he would just look over at us when we pulled up to video or take pics but would run away if we tried to get out of the car. This was definitely the highlight of our trip. We saw turkeys, deer, small animals - way more than we were able to see in Glacier park. Georgeous sunset right off the back porch. Everyone kept thanking me for finding this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
I am so happy to hear that you had an incredible time, you are welcome back anytime it was a pleasure having all of you.

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

So relaxing!
We had such a wonderful stay here; the home is spacious and upscale. It was easy to relax at the end of the day with so many places to unwind, and the game room was enjoyed by my whole family! After a day of hiking, exploring and shopping we would look forward to sleeping in the extremely comfortable and cushioned beds. We are looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 15 nights in May 2018