Duck Lake frontage, near Babb,Glacier Park, St. Mary's, Many Glacier,Waterton Pk

Babb, Montana
$546 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Our Duck Lake home is a family-friendly, warm and inviting three bedroom (plus 3 more downstairs!) hideaway with all the comforts of home. We (Don and Irene) bought our lake-front lot several years ago as a place to park a camper and enjoy this lovely area alone or with our children and grandchildren. It saddens me to say, that my wonderful, loving husband has graduated to heaven, where his views are much lovelier than Duck Lake.
We loved the view from this lot (the lake to the east, &; Glacier Park & Chief Mountain on the west), the neighbors (many professionals from all over the northwest), the fishing ( Duck Lake is one of Montana's premier trout-fishing lakes!), and world class magnificent scenery (Glacier National Park with all of its' outdoor activities) that feeds the soul. God's handiwork and His incomparable creative genius is so evident to us that it is hard to imagine not being totally in awe of this Creator of the wonderful universe! And you can enjoy this paradise without the long lines, and hustle and bustle of crowds of people! We decided to build, then found a nice home to move onto a styrofoam-formed daylight basement on our large lot. The large master bedroom has a king-sized bed, and private bath. This bedroom has a lake view. Bedroom #2 has a four-poster queen bed literally 'fit for a queen'. Bedroom #3 is our kid's room. It features a queen sized bed. Children's books and family games are stored in the dresser there. In the closet there is a a port-a-cribs, with linens and baby monitor. A full main bath (with heated tile floor) has a tub and shower. A large living room, dining room, and full kitchen complete the main floor. A small laundry area with washer and dryer is next to the kitchen. The walk-out, daylight basement has three more bedrooms, (1 king bed, and 2 queen beds), a bathroom with a shower, and a family room with a sofa, easy chairs and a game area with large TV and some electronic games. There is also a connected room with a round table and chairs for board games or puzzles.
As all the homes in this area, we get our water from a well. And as all the homes in the area, the water has a high iron content. A water conditioner, iron filters, and a whole house water filter have been installed, but there is a slight iron smell detectable. This water has been tested by a state-approved lab and is safe for drinking. As per Blackfeet tribal rules only a septic holding tank is allowed on the lakeside. This tank must be pumped when full—so water conservation is appreciated. No drain field is allowed.
Large windows in every room brings the outdoors 'in'. There is a deck on the lakeside accessible from the dining room on the main floor. Another large deck cantilevers the lake shore by the garage area! This is a historic deck--having been rescued --re-purposed---from a remodeling project at Yellowstone Park. It graced the front of the Old Faithful lodge for many years. It is fun to think about the thousands of pairs of feet from all across the world that strolled, skipped, or ran across its planks! Watching the sun come up with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate on the deck overlooking the lake couldn't get any better! It is also not uncommon to see wildlife stroll or run across the yard, and certainly always lots of water fowl on the lake, as well as large trout jumping. A word of caution, however. Grizzly & black bears have been sighted on our place. Be bear aware!! (Bear spray in cabinet above clothes dryer) sad to say, recent years have seen the level of the lake receding. We hope abundant slow falls will restore some of that. We no longer can use our little roll-out dock to fish from. Cows and horses roam this area as well, and a few friendly neighborhood dogs. This is rural Montana, where livestock and wildlife outnumber people! A neighbor down the gravel road even has a tame bison as a pet.
We also have a small area between the house and the lake that is set up with a small fire pit and chairs, and some rustic seating logs where you can build a fire, roast hot dogs, or marshmallows (s'mores! Mm, mm!) get out the guitar and sing Home on the Range, How Great Thou Art or any other tune at the top of your lungs if you should choose to. Neighbors would smile, or maybe even sing with you!
The iron pickets in the front fence were salvaged from the recent construction of the new East Glacier bridge. We love the historic touches to our place! The downstairs king bedroom furniture comes from the Copper King Mansion in Butte, Mt. Some of the artwork on the walls is ufrom a famous actor’s (initials B.A. ) home in Big Sky, MT.
A curved driveway around the lakeside can be used for parking vehicles and/or boats, and there is space to park in the front by the road as well.. Glacier National Park is about 15-20 minutes away. Hiking into pristine mountain areas with roaring waterfalls, snowy banks, nonchalant wild game, majestic trees and beautiful delicate flowers is an experience of a lifetime! Seasonal restaurants, small shops, as well as St. Mary's Lake and other attractions are close by as well. Bring warm clothing if you decide to go over the famous 'Going to the Sun' highway, ( a 'must see')! Snow, icy waterfalls and wild flowers, and wild life plus PEOPLE do co-exist nicely here!
We pray that all who come and stay sense the peace we feel when we and friends and family have enjoyed our Duck Lake home. We welcome you to Big Sky Country, and know you will fall in love with the views and friendly neighbors you will meet. We have an assortment of fishing poles and gear for those who want try casting a few lines (although I do not know enough about fishing gear to make it work properly. You are on your own there! )
Our home is always a “work in progress”—changing and adding decor and amenities. It is located on a gravel road, so do give us some grace if you see a little dust. We work hard to mitigate that.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Unit Size: 2600 Sq Ft (242 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Charcoal Grill Dock Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English German
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Video Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Baby Monitor Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Musical Instruments Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village In The Mountains On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: No Smoking In House, Please. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Steve R.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 3, 2025

    Wonderful host and property!

  • Donna S.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Spacious house. Comfortable beds. Tap water does have a strong sulphur smell. Great deck to enjoy the sunrise and sit in the evenings.

  • Connor V.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Great location right near Glacier National Park, big house with great views of Duck Lake.

  • Steve F.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Overall a good place to stay. Great location for our itinerary. Inside it was very clean and has everything we needed. Irene was fantastic about communication during the entire process.

  • annette r.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    We all really enjoyed your place the view was breathtaking and had enough room for everyone.

  • Jens H.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Great house to stay in to visit the many glaciers area! Irene was great to work with. Would stay there again!

  • Carol P.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    The house worked well for my family with everyone getting a room. Kitchen reviews are correct with it being well supplied! Would stay again.

  • Amanda S.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at the Duck Lake house! It was easy to get to the St Mary and Two Medicine area. We also stayed at the Many Glacer Lodge to see that part of the park. We loved having more space and enjoyed sitting on the deck in the evening going through pics of the day and planning our next day!

  • Kim J.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    We loved staying on the east side of Glacier National Park. The house was well stocked, comfortable and clean. Also Irene was easy to contact and super helpful with questions.

  • Katelyn M.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    This house was enormous for just the four of us—we ended up only using the top floor, but it was great to have so much space to spread out. Lodging can be tricky to find on the east side of Glacier National Park, so we were super happy to have found this spot.Yes, it’s definitely windy out here, but the view of Duck Lake was worth it. While the water levels have dropped significantly and made lake access tough, it was still fun to relax and watch the wildlife—we even saw pelicans!The Wi-Fi was a very welcome addition. It allowed us to share our adventures on Facebook and plan our next outings easily. The beds were comfortable, and we really liked the colored towels—it gave the place a more homey feel than the typical white hotel linens.We were glad we had been warned about the smell of the water (it’s a thing in this area), so it didn’t catch us off guard. The views of the mountains from the house are absolutely stunning, and this side of Glacier is definitely worth the visit.One last tip: be careful driving in—wildlife, cows, and even dogs can be all over the road, so take it slow and enjoy the scenic route.Overall, a comfortable, quiet, and scenic place to stay while exploring the east side of the park.

  • Lisa S.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    We loved staying here. It was large enough for a big family, and also had gathering areas for all to be together. It was so much easier staying on the East Glacier side. We didn’t need reservations for Going to the Sun road.

  • Handmade Boy K.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    The host had everything we needed for a wonderful relaxing stay!

  • Suzanne G.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay. Very close to East Glacier. Clean and lots of space.

  • Joseph Z.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    The house was great, except for a problem with WiFi.

  • Alissa R.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    Irene’s home is so cozy & welcoming! My now husband and I were looking for a home to house 10 family members for our wedding in GNP, Irene made a special welcome sign for us and gave us a beautiful towel as a souvenir to remember her home- welcoming us with open arms. We are already talking about going back and recommend this house 1000x over for anyone looking for a place to stay. The location is perfect and Irene makes sure you have everything you need to have the perfect stay :)

  • Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Family party of 8 adults who thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful well maintained home. Host provided info on directions, grocery store locacations, things to see, etc that made it much easier to find things you may need.,

  • Tara & Eric W.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    Wonderful view overlooking the lake. Super clean. Everything you could possibly need! Would definitely book again.

  • Lauri M.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    The house is significantly larger than it appears from the street. There are 6 BR and 3 full baths, with basically a living room area on each level. The view overlooking the lake is very peaceful. We saw lots of waterfowl (eagles, white pelicans, different varieties of ducks). The owner has the place well stocked with games and basic pantry items as well. There is access to wi-fi via a QR code. There were some issues with the d/s sinks, but that was well communicated beforehand and the owner is working to correct. We enjoyed our stay and would go back.

  • Megan V.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    This is a great sized home. We had plenty of room to spread out and enjoyed our stay here!

  • C H.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 20, 2024

    We are a group of extended-family members who found this house a mostly-perfect home away from home for our GNP vacation! Location, number of bedrooms, comfortable beds, wonderful owner communications, nicely stocked kitchen, views!, lovely deck, large dining table, plenty of seating and gathering places, plenty of parking spots, all of which went into making it just right for us. The water storage tank alarm sounded at an inconvenient time for us, leaving us having to curtail water usage through Saturday evening and Sunday before the pumper could get there to take care of it on Monday morning. I certainly understand having rules around a lake. If there was a way to make sure one didn’t lose a whole day to the storage tank issue, we would happily book here again! The owner is lovely and responsive and the house, itself, was absolutely PERFECT!

  • Kirhan C.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 27, 2024

    The proximity to St Mary and Many Glacier (20ish mins in either direction) was a game changer for our Glacier NP trip! Irene’s home is very cozy with plenty of living space, beautiful lake views from the two patios, and a well stocked kitchen. The beds were very comfortable as well. Self-check in was seamless, although be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the sign, as the area is remote and not well lit so it’s easy to miss the house when arriving after dark. The water does have a strong iron taste/smell (as expected), but it wasn’t intolerable for most of us. The newly installed wifi was very strong and stable! The pantry and fridge had a bigger stock of spices and condiments than I predicted which was a nice surprise; that said some of the pantry items are quite past prime so it would be good to clear those out more regularly. The house did have some minor maintenance issues during our stay that Irene made us aware of and some of the fixtures and corners could be dusted a bit more thoroughly, but overall we had everything we needed for a smooth, comfortable stay. Irene was very communicative before, during, and after our stay. Would highly recommend!

  • Pam M.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    The check in process was difficult because we did not have cell or internet service (which we knew) but everyone should make copies of Irene's emails. The smell of the tap water is an issue. However she supplied us with plenty of bottled water (which was greatly appreciated)..

  • Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    Irene's home on Duck Lake was the perfect place for our group of 4 adults to come home to each night after a full day at Glacier National Park. The house was very clean, has ral bedrooms with comfortable beds, a very well stocked kitchen, and a lovely deck overlooking Duck Lake. We sat outside a couple nights enjoying the starry sky and the quiet at the end of the day. Irene made sure to leave everything we would need. There were coolers for a picnic lunch along with cold packs in the freezer, fishing poles and equipment to use at the lake, pantry items, spices, and ziplock bags, foil, and containers to use. You could easily cook your own meals if you brought food from a grocery store. There were all the pots, pans, and utensils you needed. We cooked a meal one night and ate out around the Park the other nights. Irene was readily available to answer any questions. The house now hto WiFi and we were able to text and make some phone calls from the master bedroom. I would highly recommend Irene's home and Irene as a host. She tried to think of everything we'd need as a guest in her home to make sure our vacation was the best time in Montana. The house is very close to the entrance at Many Glacier. You still have to drive a way into the park to get to Many Glacier Hotel, but this is as close as you can get without staying at the lodge. We were hiking the Grinnell Glacier hike and spent another day hiking trails around Many Glacier. We also spent 2 days at St. Mary'y questionsmy

  • Alisha K.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Host was very accommodating and responsive. Home was roomey, homey and clean. Close to both St Mary’s and Many Glacier. Good base camp. Deer came right up to the fence.

  • Jessica R.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    This was such a nice place for our home away from home. We couldn't ask for a better host. We enjoyed sunrises on the deck and the convenience of being so close to the east park entrance & Many Glacier. The house is well equipped for cooking at home and the beds were very comfy. The house stayed cool even though there was no ac. There always was a pleasant breeze. We will definitely share your place with others in the future. Until next time!

  • Ann P.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    Wow, what a great place to stay for the first half of our Glacier trip! This was literally a home away from home. Irene was great to work with and very helpful. I’ve stay in many Vrbo’s and this was the first time I felt like I was staying at a family member’s house, I could feel the love and memories in the walls. The house more than accommodated my family of 4; my 2 teens loved staying in the downstairs away from mom and dad for downtime when we came back from our hikes. The location of the house is PERFECT. We had fast, easy access to the east entrance of GTTSR and Many Glacier. We even drove up to Waterton for a day which I can’t recommend more! It was gorgeous up there! Just remember to bring your passports (or if they’re under 16 a birth certificate will do). We spent our last half in West Glacier but could have stayed here the whole time, this location is much more desirable than West Glacier in my opinion. If we find ourselves back at Glacier this will be the place we stay again!

  • Jarrett G.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 23, 2024

    I have stayed in many vacation rentals over the years but Irene is the best host I have ever had. You can tell she loves the property and loves being a great host. She was available before and during our stay to answer questions to make our trip perfect. We were only a few minutes from Glacier and less than an hour away from Waterton in Canada. This was a vacation that my family of 6 will never forget! Thank you for helping me make lifelong memories with my family.

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