Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat

Whitefish, Montana
$269 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat, where you can enjoy the best of Whitefish without having to choose between being close to downtown, Whitefish Mountain Resort, or Whitefish Lake!

The Location:

One of the best features of Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat is its location right between downtown Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. You’re close enough to enjoy everything downtown has to offer, while still being just a short drive from the slopes.

In the winter, that means you don’t have to drive all the way through town and up Big Mountain Road just to get to your vacation rental. After a day of skiing, you can head straight back to the comfort of your home away from home without adding unnecessary time to your drive.

In the summer, the location is equally convenient. The Whitefish Bike Trail is nearby, making it easy to hop on your bike and ride toward downtown, the lake, and other local destinations without getting in the car.

And when you want to explore beyond Whitefish, you’re just about 30 miles from the West Glacier entrance to Glacier National Park, making Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat an excellent home base for exploring one of Montana’s most spectacular destinations.

Despite its convenient location, Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat has a peaceful, tucked-away-in-the-woods feeling. You’ll feel surrounded by Montana scenery while still being minutes from downtown, the lake, and the mountain. Add in scenic views toward Whitefish Lake and a fenced yard, and you have a rare combination of convenience, privacy, and outdoor living.

Whether you’re visiting for a ski trip, summer lake vacation, mountain biking adventure, or a trip to Glacier National Park, Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat puts you right in the middle of it all.

And yes—your four-legged family members are welcome, too!

The Space:

Inside, you’ll discover a bright, open-concept living area designed for relaxing, gathering, and enjoying the surrounding Montana scenery.

Living Room:
Sink into comfortable seating around the cozy fireplace—perfect for crisp Montana evenings—while enjoying the natural light from the oversized windows. A queen-size sofa sleeper provides additional sleeping space.

Kitchen & Dining:
The newly updated kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay, while the dining area provides a comfortable place to gather after a day on the lake, trails, or slopes.

Outdoor Oasis:
Step outside to the spacious private back patio, complete with a gas grill and outdoor seating for relaxed Montana dining. The fenced yard gives kids and pets room to play while you enjoy the peaceful wooded surroundings.

Sleeping Arrangements: Sleeps Up to 8
-Primary Suite — Upstairs:
King-size bed, Smart TV, and a private sanctuary feel, with a gorgeous, newly updated ensuite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and oversized soaking tub—perfect for unwinding after a day on Whitefish Lake or the slopes.
-Bedroom 2 — Downstairs:
Comfortable king-size bed and closet.
-Bedroom 3 — Downstairs:
Two twin-size beds, Smart TV, and closet—perfect for kids or individual travelers.
-Living Area:
Queen-size sofa sleeper for additional guests.

Bathrooms & Conveniences:
-Primary Ensuite:
Gorgeous, newly updated bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, oversized soaking tub, and vanity.
-Lower-Level Shared Bathroom:
Newly updated bathroom featuring a stand-up shower and single vanity.
-In-Unit Laundry:
Washer and dryer make it easy to keep swimsuits and outdoor gear fresh throughout your stay.

Highlights & Amenities:
-Scenic views toward Whitefish Lake
-Perfectly positioned between downtown Whitefish & Whitefish Mountain Resort
-Newly updated kitchen
-Gorgeous, newly updated primary ensuite with walk-in shower & soaking tub
-Newly updated lower-level shared bathroom
-Convenient winter access to Whitefish Mountain Resort without staying farther up Big Mountain Road
-Easy access to the Whitefish Bike Trail for riding toward downtown and the lake
-Peaceful, wooded setting with an “in the woods” feel while still being in town
-About 30 miles to the West Glacier entrance of Glacier National Park
-Pet-friendly with a fenced yard
-Cozy fireplace
-Private back patio with gas grill & outdoor seating
-Smart TVs in the primary and twin bedrooms
-In-unit washer & dryer
-Sleeps up to 8 guests
-The Best of Whitefish, Right in the Middle of It All

Ridgecrest Lakeview Retreat gives you something that’s hard to beat in Whitefish: a peaceful Montana setting without sacrificing convenience. Ski the mountain in the morning, bike into town in the afternoon, enjoy dinner downtown, or spend the day exploring Glacier National Park—and come home to your own quiet retreat in the woods.

It’s the perfect place to experience the lake, the mountain, downtown Whitefish, and Glacier National Park—all from one convenient home base.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 999 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • GENERAL

    Bulk Dispenser For Toiletries Local Artist Showcase Uses Some LED Lighting
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Lake Next To A Golf Course
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Deanna H.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Great!

  • MIKE G.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 9, 2025

    Our first time visiting Glacier National park. Perfect house for us. Chris was amazing. He answered any question immediately and was unbelievably accommodating. The coffee maker had a glitch and within 30 minutes a new one arrived on our doorstep. Now that’s service! No reason to stay anywhere else. 5 min drive to town.

  • Jennifer W.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Excellent location. Midway between town and the mountain and close to the lake. We appreciated the pet friendliness- fenced back yard for our pups to roam and relax. Well stocked kitchen and amenities. Very responsive hosts when any questions arose. Neighbors in the duplex were incredibly friendly and added to the overall experience with chats across the back yard. Great stay and property was as represented on the website. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and seeing all the wildlife off the back yard.

  • Heather W.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Great location, beautiful part of Montana.

  • Chris P.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Property was in a great location to downtown whitefish, parks and restaurants. It was about a 30 minute ride to W Glacier with normal traffic but even the ride out was gorgeous. Bigger than it looks, friendly neighbors, garage is helpful during stay as well. Host was quick to respond and very easy to communicate with throughout our stay.

  • Erin W.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    I was so pleased with this property--It is exactly as listed! It was really a comfortable stay and the owners made everything very easy. It was VERY well stocked with everything from dish soap to bug spray to sandwich bags and everything else in between. (We left our unused bear spray as a gift of gratitude to the others who have contributed all these things.) Montana has a lot of sunlight during the summer and the blackout shades were an especially nice addition. The property is a duplex-style house and although there were people in the attached house, we did not hear a peep from them. I would 100% stay here again!

  • Peggy C.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay in Montana. The home was cozy and clean and met all of our needs. Would recommend to anyone who visits Whitefish. Great location close to good food and shopping and not too far from Glacier and other sites.

  • Lindsey H.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Excellent quiet place for our family of 4 and dog. Great proximity to ski hill. Home very well stocked, clean, comfortable beds. We would absolutely stay again!

  • Kaye W.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Best VRBO we’ve stayed in EVER!! Hosts were splendid, house was great, location was perfect!!!

  • Chandler C.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    We came out for our one year anniversary and decided to bring our parents. This was the perfect place with plenty of room for everyone and a great location to get to Glacier National Park and Whitefish

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$269+
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