Nestled on Big Mountain in Whitefish, MT, Great Northern Mountain Escape offers a luxury private mountain retreat. This 7 bedroom home boasts an open concept main living space with a gourmet kitchen and intimate lofted living space; enjoy year-round comfort at the outdoor gas fireplace on the expansive patio or unwind in the private hot tub.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 248600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Great Northern Mountain Escape
Stunning Big Mountain Retreat - Game Room, Breathtaking Lake Views
Enjoy a luxury private mountain retreat at Great Northern Mountain Escape! This expansive home is positioned on 12.5 acres on Big Mountain in Whitefish, MT.
Great Northern Mountain Escape offers the feeling of a remote getaway while still being close to town and all the local attractions. It is just a 5-minute drive to the base lodge of Whitefish Mountain Resort where there are incredible winter and summer activities. Whitefish Mountain Resort boasts 3000+ acres of award-winning slopes, making for a dream ski vacation. Summer activities include hiking, zip line tours, mountain biking trails, alpine sleds & Tree Top Walks. Downtown Whitefish is a short 10-minute drive - this picturesque downtown is known for its array of exciting restaurants and boutique shops. Glacier National Park is just a 45 minute drive, featuring endless opportunities for adventure and the breathtaking vistas of the Going to the Sun Road.
Great Northern Mountain Escape is a 7 bedroom, 9 bathroom home; offering 8600 square feet of living space spanning three floors, this incredible home can accommodate up to 24 guests.
The open concept main living space of the home seamlessly integrates the Great Room, dining area & gourmet kitchen. The artfully decorated Great Room features an oversized wood-burning fireplace, television & comfortable seating. Overlooking the great room is an intimate lofted living space with additional seating. Create a memorable meal in the home’s incredible, fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen offers a 60” gas range with six burners, griddle & double ovens – perfect for preparing meals for a large group. Other kitchen amenities include oversized column refrigerator and freezer, drawer microwave, warming drawer, 2 dishwashers, ice machine & beverage refrigerator. The main patio expands the living space into the great outdoors. This gathering space offers an outdoor gas fireplace and overhead heaters, making it functional and comfortable year-round. The outdoor living room provides a television and speaker system, fire pit, as well as comfortable, beautiful furniture from Restoration Hardware. Just off the main patio is a second patio with access to the home’s private hot tub – an excellent place to relax and reconnect after a day of adventure!
The game room, living room and bar are in the lower level of the home. This space offers an antique billiard table, ping pong table & oak card table – an excellent way to build memories with family and friends. Adjacent to this is an additional living area with cognac leather oversized sectional couch, 65” television & gas fireplace. Backed with antique glass and brass, the walk-behind bar offers an ice machine, beverage refrigerator, and dishwasher. Pull up a velvet stool at the bar or relax in the banquet seating featuring whiskey barrel-topped table. The lavish primary suite is located on the main floor of the home. This well-appointed space offers a Cal-King bed and gas fireplace. The spa-like ensuite features walk-in shower and soaker tub, heated floors & double vanity.
The top floor of the home houses additional bedrooms and another living area. There are two additional king suites with private ensuites. The top floor also offers a bunkroom with two twin xl over queen bunk beds and an additional queen bed, accommodating up to 8 guests. Adjacent to this space is a full bathroom and half bathroom that serve the bunk area. There is also a living room with cozy seating and television. The remaining bedrooms are on the lower floor of the home. There is a king suite with private ensuite and two bunk rooms. Both bunk rooms offer queen over queen bunkbeds, accommodating up to 4 guests each. There is a full bathroom that serves these bunk rooms.
Additional features of the home include: - 2 laundry rooms (one on main floor, and one on lower floor) - Large three car garage - Front porch with rocking chairs and a speaker system Enjoy the privacy and serenity of a wooded mountain home and make Great Northern Mountain escape the home base for your next Montana adventure!
*Because of the home’s graded gravel driveway, it is recommended to bring a vehicle with 4-wheel drive or AWD, particularly in the winter months.
**Interested in a longer stay? Ask us about our 31 or more day rental options!**
Guests enjoy the entire mountain home to themselves, surrounded by 12 acres of forest!
Guests are greeted with a welcome basket of fresh baked local goodies. In person check-ins provided to answer any questions about the home or surrounding areas. AI concierge service available onsite.
Bears can frequently visit the property being heavily wooded, all trash must stay inside the garage/house until removed.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
7.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Whitefish, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Les Mason State Park and Whitefish Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Stumptown Ice Den and Whitefish Performing Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Glacier Lanes and Casino, or check out an event or a game at Majestic Valley Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Whitefish travel guide
How much is parking at Great Northern Mountain Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great Northern Mountain Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Northern Mountain Escape?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Great Northern Mountain Escape located?
This family-friendly Whitefish holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, Stumptown Ice Den and Elk Highlands Chair. Whitefish Performing Arts Center and Les Mason State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Great Northern Mountain Escape Reviews
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An extraordinarily beautiful and spacious home. Easily accommodated our multiple families. The kitchen is terrific and the master BR suite was great. The deck is huge with a view of the trees and the lake behind them. The home is newly constructed. I would say the front steps and front deck (low level) need handrails and railing respectively. I would recommend this home for any large group.Jessica is very nice and easy to work with.
Solon “Bud” P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ken and Lori H.
25 Sept 2024
Big mountain house in whitefish
This home is fabulous. It’s a peaceful mountain getaway and all of the amenities were top notch! The kitchen is beautiful and fully equipped with every imaginable appliance one could possibly need to cook. The bedrooms are stunning and cozy and the view from every room is nothing short of magical. There are so many wonderful little touches like specialty soaps, cozy pillows and bedding, robes, slippers not to mention private en suite rooms for all the guests. The deck overlooking Whitefish lake is the perfect place to spend your evenings grilling and enjoying the spectacular views with friends and family. We have stayed many times on Big mountain, but this home far and away exceeded all our expectations! We will be back again! We highly recommend this property!
Great location. Very close to the slopes. House is amazing and new. kitchen was great. I understood from our host that there are big plans for this house, and I am certain it will be high in demand as they continue to build the venue for bigger and greater events. The design details are incredible, very well done and high end. We really appreciated the owners and land management team; they helped us with all our needs for the stay. The host told us to keep a lookout for elk, you wonder if they are just telling you that to get you excited. Well, we did get a look at a group of them sneaking through the woods by the house. There were lots of deer as well. We really enjoyed our stay. We also really enjoyed Whitefish Mountain Resort, Wow!
Kerwin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alisha Z.
29 Dec 2024
Perfect for extended families and groups!
This Christmas, we brought together three generations from 4 different states to celebrate the holiday. This property was marvelous! We cooked several meals in the fully stocked gourmet kitchen, played pool and ping pong and made drinks in the game room/bar, worked our way through a jigsaw puzzle in the dining room, played video games in the loft living room and enjoyed time outdoors in the hot tub and around the main deck fire pit. It was so nice to have a space large enough to comfortably accommodate our extended family, but still be able to retire to our own private spaces in the evenings.
The property itself is also unlike any other place we have ever rented in Whitefish. While only a few minutes from town, and a few minutes to the ski resort, you feel as though you are totally secluded on the mountain! There is not a single house visible from this property; When you look out the windows you see the lake, the trees, the stars and the twinkling lights of downtown Whitefish in the near distance. We saw a herd of about 40 elk crossing the property, and several deer! This is a magical place, we will be back!
Alisha Z.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alisha Z.
9 Nov 2024
Perfect for our corporate event!!
Hosted our executive team retreat here and it worked out even better than we had hoped! The great room had plenty of seating (20 in attendance) and created a warm and inviting environment for our meetings and round table discussions.
We held breakfasts and lunches on site, and the kitchen easily accommodated the needs of our large group. It is the best stocked kitchen I have ever seen in a vacation rental home, it had everything we needed to prepare meals for our large group. The fridge has a very large capacity, we were able to store 4 days worth of food in there for our group with no problem!
The game room and bar were also a huge hit! We played pool, ping pong and cards, and had a football game going on the large screen TV. The large leather sectional couch in that room also served as a secondary meeting space for us when we needed to peel off a smaller group of 9 of us for a more intimate meeting.
Everyone raved about the comfort of their beds and accommodations throughout the house. Our event was a success all the way around and we are already talking about when we will come back and do it again!
Highly recommend this property if you are thinking about hosting a large group event!
Alisha Z.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin L.
11 Sept 2025
Beautiful home
Big Mountain Retreat is a beautiful home with excellent amenities and fantastic outdoor space. It's clean, well furnished and beautifully designed! I highly recommend it.
What ana amazing home for a family retreat! With 8 adults and 1 baby we had plenty of room and the house was very well equipped!! The managment company was fabulous and helped us with several reservations and setting up a private chef for one night!! W
Susan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
heather l.
18 Sept 2024
We had a great trip
Jessica and her husband were so helpful. The property was beautiful and I’m sure it will be even more fabulous when it’s completed. It was the perfect getaway for our wedding!
heather l.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Jun 2025
Great time visiting Whitefish in June
This house has everything! It was gorgeous, clean and spacious. Very well suited for the three families that stayed there, each having their own private living area when needed. We spent most of our time outside on the patio. Kitchen was well stocked for dining in. We had a lot of fun cooking and dining on the patio after a long day of hiking in the park.
Hidden gem with marine the most well supplied rental house of all time. I won’t be staying anywhere else in whitefish ever again
Adam K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joan J.
9 Aug 2025
Family Celebration Marking 60!
Great space for our group! Great kitchen with nice amenities and well equipped. The deck is spacious and offers two seating areas. Many positive attributes. The water pressure and drive in need improvement. Thank you for sharing in a great memory! The Johnsons and Kuhlmans
Our family had a great time in the Whitefish house. The house was great for all of us and having bathrooms with all the bedrooms including the bunkrooms was wonderful and convenient. All our family enjoy cooking so the kitchen was really good for us. Lots to do around Whitefish including Glacier. Peace and quiet, but still lots to do. Our family includes ages 18-83. Patti. July 4