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Entire Bear Den (cozy cabin) close to Glacier

Essex vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Essex, MT
  • Place, Walton Ranger Station
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Staircase Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier Anglers
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Essex

On river.Stay at this Essex vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Walton Ranger Station and 16 miles (25 km) of Silver Staircase Falls. Glacier Anglers is within 20 miles (32 km) and Glacier National Park is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 6 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Silver Staircase Falls - 14 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Glacier Anglers - 18 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Lake McDonald - 26 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 8 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glacier Haven Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tavern at Stanton Lake Trail - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Izaak Walton Inn Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪DormHouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Healthy Haven Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Entire Bear Den (cozy cabin) close to Glacier

Bear Den (cabin) is located in Essex, MT halfway between East and West Glacier. It's a great place to rest and fuel up for your adventures either in the park or in the Great Bear Wilderness.
Absolutely no pets.
There are hiking maps available too.
The cabin has everything you need for your stay, we do provide towels, shampoo, conditioner. The kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances.
The outside pictures will be posted in spring.
Please note there is no cell service from West Glacier to East Glacier and most of the park too.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
There is a larger garbage can inside the shed which in not locked if you need it.
Please double check for personal items.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Entire Bear Den (cozy cabin) close to Glacier Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was perfect for our visit to Glacier. And our host provided a great book of the area's options! Could't have asked for better!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S., Topeka, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was darling and had all the convenieces we needed. Listing on Vrbo has wrong address...should have used what host sent me but did not at first. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We fell in love with this place. Location was perfect for getting to the west or east entrances to the park. Loved the way it was decorated and the furnishings were comfortable. Well stocked kitchen and comfy bed. We had an amazing visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and good quality accommodations. The moisture in the cabin was a bit high, but other than that we loved it. Great grill for cooking and plenty of kitchen equipment.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay in this cabin. Kitchen was well equipped for anything you need for cooking. Coffee and tea, as well as a good selection of spices were provided. Outside propane BBQ grill was nice to have available. Very convenient location for access to the Apgar west entrance or the Two Medicine lake east entrance to the park. We would definitely stay at the Bear Den again if we come back to Glacier!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cute cabin with all that you need. Accurate description. I shld’ve done better research using this as base for Glacier as it is FAR from many glacier and st mary which is where I spent most of my time. Easy to communicate with owners and very nice cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communications for questions. Property was great. Would stay again and recommend to anyone. Great distance from west entrance to the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

Beautiful cabin with great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin! Everything was clean and neat. The location is made it easy to get to either side of the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a quiet location close to Glacier Park. Had all the essentials you would need. Great communication, decor matched the atmosphere and was just adorable. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit is very clean and comfortable. The bedding was super comfortable. Location is 1/2 way between East and West Glacier. Not many dining options nearby, but unit is fully stocked for preparing meals at home. It is well stocked and nicely appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Utah Bro A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was flawless, easy and communicative. Kitchen facilities was supportive, working and in great order.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay close to Glacier. Beautiful area! Host was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host answered any questions we had quickly, was very helpful. There was a binder in the cabin with all kinds of info on the park, trail distances, local food in surroundibg towns, it came in handy!! Cabin was very clean and cozy and it was well stocked with ammenities. Thank you, this made our stay very enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin!

Easy access to the West and East entrances was perfect! Cabin was as described, a little older but comfortable and quaint! Would definitely recommend and loved the bear motif!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Wenda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Pros: Good location situated half way between West and East side of the park but there is still one-half hour drive to either side so factor that in to daily plan. It would be a good idea to take a portable heater and lamp as it is an older cabin and the lighting is a challenge. The bathroom was cold. However, the housekeeper was very nice and prompt and brought both items to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cabin in the woods!

Very comfortable and nicely appointed cabin in the woods. Bed was very comfy! Furniture was great. Stayed 3 nights and cooked all meals. Kitchen and grill were great! Close enough to Glacier. Only two wall heaters. Took a little to get used to.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little cabin in the woods. .

Enjoyed this cabin for just the 2 of us. Perfect size, cozy, warm and inviting. Love the bear motif! Great location between West & East Glacier. Owner very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

It’s a quaint little cabin half way between east and west glacier.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Armond

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was cozy and comfortable. It had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin experience

I like the location especially when you want quiet after the tourist in Glacier Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sascha R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet little cabin

Cute cabin. It was just what we needed for our stay. They had maps and recommendations for hikes and things to do and places to eat in a book. Even had bear spray so we didn’t have to buy any.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

My review

It was hard to find the property. House number very hard to see from the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visit to Glacier with Bear Den as our Base

It was great- and the host was so wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024