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Brown Bear Chalet, Luxury Ski-In/Ski-Out Across from Whitefish Resort; Hot Tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Snow and ski sports
TV, fireplace, table football
Game room
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Whitefish, MT
  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort
    1 min walk
  • Glory Hole
    5 min walk
  • Little Bavaria
    5 min walk
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    31 min drive

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About the area

Whitefish

When you stay at this vacation home in Whitefish, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort and 3 minutes by foot from Headwall. .This ski vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Wood Lot and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Glory Hole.

What's nearby

  • Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Glory Hole - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Mountain Express - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Whitefish Lake Golf Club - 15 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Whitefish Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Whitefish Depot - 14 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piggy Back BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Summit House Restaurant - ‬108 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Boys Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Montana Coffee Traders - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boat Club Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Brown Bear Chalet, Luxury Ski-In/Ski-Out Across from Whitefish Resort; Hot Tub

Who's ready to go skiing?! The Brown Bear Chalet is the perfect spot for your next ski vacation.

The Brown Bear Chalet comfortably accommodates up to 15 guests with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, and that's just the beginning. The home features two spacious living areas, both fantastic for gathering with one stocked with games to add to your fun! Both living rooms also feature comfy couches and flat-panel Smart TVs. The main level houses a half bath and two queen bedrooms that share a joined full bath with a walk-in shower. The generous kitchen has plenty of room for multiple cooks in the kitchen, the bartender in your group can man the wet bar, the two-sided fireplace adjoining the living and dining rooms keeps the whole area nice and cozy, the dining table and kitchen island allow for seating for 12. The large dining table can also double a game table if your group decides on a game night. The kitchen is fully stocked with a gas stove, microwave, large refrigerator, cookware, utensils, and a drip coffee pot.

The bedrooms are nothing short of amazing. Brown Bear Chalet features two master suites. The main master suite, known as the Fireplace Master Suite, is located on the second floor in the main portion of the home and houses a king bed, ample floor space, fireplace, and large master bath with double vanity, jetted tub, and a full washer/dryer tucked inside a closet. The Castaway Suite is a secluded master suite located above the garage and hosts a king bed, views of the mountain, and a full bath.

At Brown Bear Chalet, the kids have their own space. Located in the basement, the Bunkroom sleeps seven with room to spare. A sliding glass door steps out onto a seasonal (summer only) patio to enjoy some fresh air. A full bathroom and full washer/dryer are also in the basement so they can just leave all their smelly clothes in the basement, thereby keeping the main level blissfully clean during your stay. The Gameroom happens to be conveniently located in the Bunkroom. Kids (and adult kids!) can enjoy a foosball table, smartTV with DVD and a few family-friendly movies, board games, puzzles, Nintendo Wii with several games, and indoor basketball.

Additional amenities include an outdoor grill with propane included and a large six-person hot tub and spacious deck overlooking the slopes. The home is perfectly situated to provide amazing views as well as give you access to the Elk Highlands Lift*. You're also just a two-minute drive to the Base Lodge, the five-star Cafe Kandahar restaurant, and also the Ski Village where you'll find a small market, ski rentals, and resort restaurants like The Bierstube and Ed & Mully's.

Book your relaxing Whitefish ski vacation at Brown Bear Chalet today!

You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. Maximum occupancy at all times is 15 guests and 6 vehicles unless otherwise approved. Please come and have a good time, but be aware that behavior that is disrespectful or disruptive will result in forfeiting the remainder of your stay. No smoking or pets are allowed on the property.

*Disclaimer: The Elk Highlands lift operates at the sole discretion of Whitefish Mountain Resort. Snow conditions affect the opening and closing of this lift. To determine if the ski lift or certain runs are open, please contact Whitefish Mountain Resort directly. Due to times of openings and closings, this property may not be ski-in/ski-out.

*Important Update Regarding Glacier National Park. Tickets must be purchased to travel on Going-To-The-Sun Road from May through September.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this vacation home, which also features a spa tub. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacay Whitefish

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table football
  • Games room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledging nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

487449

Brown Bear Chalet, Luxury Ski-In/Ski-Out Across from Whitefish Resort; Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house, great location
Stayed at this property for a trip with 12 people and it was perfect. Spacious enough to fit all 12 people comfortably with amenities for everyone to enjoy. Location is also very close to everything including Glacier National Park, Whitefish Lake, and not too far from the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
The location was perfect and the basement was a kid's dream. We had the best time at Brown Bear Chalet and can't wait to stay again in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody W.

Liked: Cleanliness
House
Good place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Property needs some attention to detail such as several light bulbs burnt out, mouse, and vanity lights not working.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacay
Very nice, well maintained mountain home as described in the listing details. Hits: enough space for our group of 13, huckleberry bushes in the yard, hot tub, a/c units in the main floor living room and both upstairs bedrooms, easy check-in and checkout. Misses: upstairs bedrooms need more window coverings. There is less than 7hrs of full darkness in peak summer. Downstairs sliding door needs new blinds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Great house and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jan 30- Feb 3
Information on how to get to the catwalk would have been helpful. Hot tub was drained and on yet not really clean. Would suggest cleaning before refilling
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property in Whitefish
Beautiful home, perfect location, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glacier
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brown Bear Chalet
Came into town for the Under the Big Sky concert. The property was a great! We had 14 adults and there was plenty of space for everyone! The location of the property was perfect. We were able to catch the mountain shuttle down to the venue which was very convenient and within walking distance from the property. Will definitely be rebooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitefish vacation
House was well represented by pics. Great location and very functional and comfortable for my family. We experienced a few minor repair issues but everything was immediately addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic Family Trip
The house was in good condition and had all the necessary amenities. The location is right near Big Mountain with plenty of hiking and biking trails. Its only a short drive to downtown Whitefish and about 45min-1hr from Glacier. The house was good for our two families with small children, with multiple gathering areas. The hot tub is a nice addition as well. The walls in the master bedroom were a little thin, so it wasn't perfect for a baby unless the rest of the house was quiet. Overall the house was good for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Nice property and beautiful area! Our group was pleased with the stay. The hot tub was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brown Bear Chalet - April
Great location, fabulous space for everyone. Hot tub on the balcony was a great touch. Plenty of information available if you’re looking for things to do while in whitefish. All the home touches you would expect and more. Excellent space for the kids downstairs! The house was beautiful and clean, however previous guests had left quite a bit of rubbish in the yard around the property. We picked this up before we left. Perhaps it had previously been buried in the snow and not seen by cleaners. We would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari G., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and spacious home
We enjoyed our visit here!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wheeler O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Get Away with Great Activities in Basement
Fabulous place! Great view! Had everything including selection of spices for cooking up big meals. BBQ was solid for making great steaks and hot tub was great with an amazing view. Even had some card games like monopoly deal and ping pong balls to boot. Ski in / ski out is a tiny walk to eventually jump on home again. would not hesitate to rent again as we made some great memories in this amazing home of the owners. Fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zade C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place, lots of room!
Great place for our annual ski trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, not a true Ski In/Ski out
The house was beautiful. Big and roomy with a great layout. Sleeping arrangements were good for our group and beds and pillows were comfy.. Double attached garage worked awesome for all our gear. Hottub was great and had an amazing view. Only thing i could say negatively about the place is that it is not a true Ski in/Ski out in my mind. It required walking and vehicles for our group. Overall the place was great. It had all the amenities and creature comforts a group needs. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Seamless rental experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ben r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the mountain
The outside looks a little dated but this place is solid. Lots of space and a great layout
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay
The location was beautiful, the house was delightful, communication was great with the host. Everyone enjoyed the house. We were there during the hottest part of summer and it was a little warm at times. The individual room units did help. Normally the mountain air would be enough. Other than that, the house was perfect for our group of 15.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Awesome place!! Slept 15 people. Clean! Spacious! Practical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful home!
We loved everything about the Brown Bear Chalet! Beautiful, room to spread out and the location is perfect! If we're in Whitefish again (and I hope we are), we will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful summer visit to Whitefish
The house is great! Spotlessly clean, up to date, and well maintained. Beds are very comfortable, and the downstairs bunk room was perfect for the 4 cousins in our family group. Kitchen is beautiful and amazingly well equipped - we recommend you check out the kitchen before grocery shopping for your stay - there were lots of (unopened) condiments, plenty of paper towels, etc. kitchen is filled with beautiful light in the morning with deer right outside the windows. Here are a few suggestions, especially related to a summer visit: 1. The sun comes up at 5am. Most of the rooms have blackout shades, except the room over the garage. It is VERY bright starting around 5-5:30 so be aware when deciding what room to sleep in!! 2. The den/gathering room feels smaller than represented in photos. We were an extended family of 10 and the only place we could all comfortably gather was in kitchen/dining area, or basement. 3. For a house that sleeps up to 15, it would be nice to have more than 4 chairs on the deck. Summer evenings are perfect to relax on the beautiful deck, but not enough seating. It’s a great house in a terrific area. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

marlene s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Pleased with our Stay!
We had 5 families and it was so nice to be able to gather for meals, games, etc and it was also nice to have separate rooms for each family. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed and having laundry facilities was nice. We texted a couple of times and the response was immediate. I would recommend the home! Very pleased!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022