The Overlook at Flathead Lake
A newly renovated two bedroom retreat on the south shore in Polson, with king beds, a wood burning fireplace, a full chef ready kitchen, and complimentary continental breakfast served next door every morning.
Some places make you work for the view. This one hands it to you the moment you walk in.
The entire living side of this newly renovated home is wrapped in glass, and on the other side of that glass is Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States, with the Mission Mountains rising behind it. You will see it from the sofa, from the dining table, from the kitchen island, and from the breakfast bar. Sunrises are quiet and golden. Sunsets put on a show.
Inside, the home has been redone top to bottom in a warm modern Montana style: wide plank floors, crisp white walls, leather and corduroy seating, wildlife art, and a wood burning fireplace wrapped in a three sided glass and brass surround. It is the kind of space that photographs well and lives even better.
Both bedrooms are set up for real rest. Each has a king bed dressed in white hotel quality linens, walnut nightstands, a wall mounted TV, a ceiling fan, and a wall of built in storage that swallows everything you brought. The bathroom is fresh and modern, with a marble look tub and shower combination, a floating vanity, and a backlit LED mirror.
The kitchen is fully equipped for everything from quick lake day sandwiches to a slow Sunday dinner: double oven range, dishwasher, oversized refrigerator and freezer, butcher block counters, a large island, Keurig coffee, a retro toaster, and a properly stocked block of knives and rack of spices. Dinner seats six at the live edge table by the windows, with extra spots at the pub table, island, and breakfast bar when the whole crew gathers.
Out back, a huge covered patio and a fully fenced yard give you private outdoor space for morning coffee and evening air. Out front, the lake is directly across the road, and the marina, beaches, golf, and downtown Polson are minutes away.
And every morning of your stay, breakfast is handled: a complimentary continental spread with fresh coffee is served next door from 7 to 10 AM.
At a Glance
- Sleeps 4 comfortably (6 maximum)
- 2 bedrooms with king beds, 1 full bathroom
- Panoramic Flathead Lake and Mission Mountains views
- Wood burning fireplace
- Fully equipped renovated kitchen
- Complimentary continental breakfast next door, 7 to 10 AM daily
- In unit washer and dryer
- Air conditioning and heat
- 3 smart TVs and WiFi
- Covered patio and fenced backyard
- 2 parking spaces included
- Self check-in
- Check-in 4 PM, checkout 10 AM
- Minimum renter age 25; no pets; no smoking; no parties
Why Guests Love This Location
- The lake is the front yard. Flathead Lake stretches 28 miles north from your windows. Swim at Boettcher Park, rent a boat or paddleboard at the marina, charter a fishing trip, or cruise out to Wild Horse Island State Park to hike among wild horses and bighorn sheep.
- Golf with a view. Polson Bay Golf Course, 27 holes along the lakeshore, is about five minutes away.
- Day trips in every direction. Glacier National Park's west entrance is roughly two hours north. The National Bison Range is about 30 minutes south. The Mission Mountains, Kerr Dam overlook, and the lower Flathead River's whitewater are all close.
- Small town flavor. Downtown Polson's restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and the Miracle of America Museum are a few minutes away. In late July, the Flathead Cherry Festival takes over Main Street, and roadside cherry stands line the highway all summer.
- Easy logistics. Roughly an hour from Kalispell and Glacier Park International Airport, and about an hour and fifteen minutes from Missoula and its airport.
Occupancy:
- The standard occupancy is 4 guests.
- The maximum occupancy is 6 guests, including children.
- Only registered guests are allowed to stay overnight.
- Visitors exceeding the registered count require prior approval.
- The primary renter must be at least 25 years old and present during the entire stay.
Respect for Neighbors:
- Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please keep outdoor noise to a minimum during these hours.
- Parties, events, or large gatherings are strictly prohibited.
- This is a residential neighborhood, so any disturbance to neighbors, such as loud music, shouting, or street gatherings, may result in immediate termination of the stay without refund.
Pets:
- No pets are allowed in the home or on the property.
- Bringing a pet incurs a $500 fine, plus any required cleaning costs, and may end the stay without refund.
- If you travel with a service animal, please contact us before booking so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Smoking:
- Smoking, vaping, or open flame use of any kind is strictly prohibited inside the home. This includes cigarettes, cigars, marijuana, and e-cigarettes.
- Any evidence of smoking will result in a deep cleaning and remediation charge.
- If you smoke outdoors, do so well away from doors and windows and dispose of butts safely. Montana summers are dry, so never discard anything smoldering.
Check-in and Checkout:
- Check-in is available from 4:00 PM onwards.
- Checkout is by 10:00 AM. Unapproved early check in or a late checkouts may incur a fee.
- At checkout, please load and start the dishwasher, bag your trash, turn off lights and appliances, set the thermostats to a moderate temperature, and lock the door behind you.
The Home:
- Two parking spaces are included: one in the driveway in front of the garage and one on the street. Please ensure that you do not block neighboring driveways or the road.
- The fireplace is wood-burning. Please use only seasoned firewood. Keep the glass doors closed while the fire is burning. Never leave the fire unattended. Ensure that the embers are completely out before going to sleep or leaving the property.
- No candles or open flames are allowed indoors.
- Please refrain from rearranging large furniture or wall-mounted TVs.
- Keep doors and windows closed when using the air conditioning or heating system.
- Report any damage, spill, or maintenance issue immediately. Accidents happen, but surprises at checkout are the only things we charge extra patience for.
- Do not flush anything other than toilet paper.
Safety and Liability
- Children must be supervised at all times, especially near the road and the lake.
- The owner is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
- Tampering with smoke or carbon monoxide detectors is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate eviction.
Enforcement
- Violations of these rules may lead to fines as described, loss of the damage deposit where applicable, or termination of the stay without refund, at the host’s discretion.
- If you have any questions about these rules before or during your stay, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would rather answer twice than have you guess once. ...
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Amenities
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
- Smoke Detector
- Deadbolt Lock
- Outdoor Lighting
- Pets Considered
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Free Parking
- Fireplace
- Central heating
- Air Conditioning
- Hot Water
- Private Living Room
- Dedicated workspace
- Single Level Home
- Long Term Stays Allowed
- Television
- Laptop Friendly
- Kitchen
- Dining Area
- Refrigerator
- Coffee Maker
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Dishes Utensils
- Spices
- Stove
- Oven
- Cooking Basics
- Coffee
- Cleaning products
- Kitchen island
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Heating
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking
- Living Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron Board
- Linens
- Towels
- Iron
- Shampoo
- Hangers
- Essentials
- Internet Access
- Parking space
- Parking space Accessible
- TV
- Linens provided
- Towels provided
- Private Entrance
- Self Check-In
- Keypad
- Bed Linens
- Conditioner
- Wifi speed (25+ Mbps)
- Body Soap
- Wifi speed (50+ Mbps)
- Clothing storage
- Smart TV
- Desk
- Balcony
- Garden
- Golf
- Private yard
- Terrace
- Patio
- Balcony/Terrace
- Fenced yard
- Breakfast Included in Price
- Dryer
- Wifi
- Family
- Luxury
- Romantic
- Historic
- Adventure
- Tourist Attractions
- Recommended
- Beach
- Lake
- Near Ocean
- Beach View
- Lake View
- Ocean View
- Water View
- Water views
- Ocean views
- Lake Access
- Sight Seeing
- Water Sports