Bar W Guest Ranch - Whitefish Montana
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Rental Overview |
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Smoking : No |
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| 8 Bedroom(s) |
7.5 Bathroom(s) |
Sleeps 38 |
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Video Introduction |
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Property Information |
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This property is sweet! 100 acre ranch with indoor and outdoor riding arena on Spencer Lake, 3.5 miles outside of the very cool town of Whitefish – great night life, shopping and dining. The house is absolutely awesome and is 6,200 sqft. with 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, three common areas, a game room and can sleep up to 24 people (we'll
let the pictures speak for themselves). There is horseback riding, horse boarding and horse training. Ever watch a horse being trained -it is something you will talk about for a long time to come.
The Indoor arena 60X100 is heated and can be utilized all year round to improve riding skills, take lessons, take part in scheduled clinics or watch a trainer work with the horses.
The outdoor arena 136 X 232 is a true western style arena where we conduct clinics, give lessons, and do ranch sorting and team penning with cattle. The arena is a great place to improve on your horsemanship and to try out barrel racing and other fun activities.
The Gazebo is a short relaxing scenic walk along Spencer lake. Take in the nesting geese, see the ducks, bald eagles, hawks, coyotes, deer and more while you make your way out to one of the most special places on the property. Equipped with running water, electricity, a
bar and a wood stove the gazebo overlooks our dock on Spencer Lake. Sit back and relax and let the Montana experience surround you.
The Entertainment Area located just outside the stables has a sunken bar, fireplace, and a sitting area complete with incredibly inviting leather love seats and couches. Look into the display table to admire the way things were with the Bar W collection of artifacts.
Or, stroll outside and sit on the deck and watch all the activities of a ranch in action.
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| Rate Information - | Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. |
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$7,500 (6 nights Sunday - Friday/check out Saturday)
June - September and November 15 - March 15
$5,000 (6 nights Sunday - Friday/check out Saturday)
March 15 - May 31 and October 1 - November 14
Nightly Rates range from $75 to $250
May to September 30 and December to February
Nightly Rates range from $65 to $200
March to April and October to November
For Nightly rates add $25 per night per additional guest over 2/includes breakfast/does not include riding.
Will discuss shorter stays.
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Whitefish, Montana Vacation Rentals - Year Round
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| Property Amenities |
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- Cook
| - Deck
| - Fireplace
| - Heating
| - Lake View
| - Linens Provided
| - Mountain View
| - Porch/Lanai
| - Wood Floors
| - Wood Stove
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- DVD Player
| - Internet Access
| - Satellite TV
| - TV
| - VCR
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- Adventure Packages
| - Biking Nearby
| - Boating
| - Canoeing Nearby
| - Cross-Country Ski Trails
| - Fishing Nearby
| - Game Room Onsite
| - Golf Nearby
| - Group & Reunion Rental (family, retreat, & reunions)
| - Hiking Nearby
| - Historic Area Nearby
| - Honeymoon
| - Horseback Riding Nearby
| - Hot Tub
| - Mountain Biking
| - Restaurant Nearby
| - Shopping
| - Ski Slopes Nearby
| - Snowmobiling
| - State/National Park Nearby
| - Swimming
| - Tennis Nearby
| - Weddings
| - White Water Rafting
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The house is fully furnished, and equipped with all the kitchen necessities (cook is extra), stereo, BBQ, laundry, game room with big screen TV and satellite dish network, pool table and bar. All linens bed covers, towels, etc. The views of the south pasture from one of the three decks are incredible as you observe the
activities of the ranch with the horses and the visiting wildlife including bear, moose, elk, deer, turkey, eagles, coyotes, and more.
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What isn't there to do in this year round playground. You can downhill and cross country ski, snowmobile, dog sled, snowshoe, ski out of bounds, horseback ride, sleigh ride, etc. in the winter. OR, in the warmer months April through October, horseback ride, boat, fish - lake or river, hike, mountain bike (out the back door), hot air balloon, take a helicopter ride, golf, white water raft, etc. Then there is the town of Whitefish with its logging town charm. Great shops, fine dining, the theater company, and the people are all pretty cool.
Calling Glacier National Park (23 miles away) "the Crown Jewel of the Continent" doesn't really do it justice - so take the highway to the sun tour, sit back and get ready to be amazed. Whitefish Lake two miles away has it all, swimming, boating, fishing, and all the water sports you can think of. Our lake is crystal clear and has some of the area's best pike fishing in it. It used to be a trophy trout lake so there may still be a lunker or two in there.
Glacier International Airport is less then 15 miles away. Big Mountain Ski area is 7 miles away. Whitefish Lake Golf Course, Montana's only 36 hole golf course is first class and only 1.5 miles away. Whitewater rafting is 23 miles away and there is an endless number of other things to do just around the corner.
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| Testimonials |
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Thanks for a wonderful vacation. Great food, wonderful horses and friendly staff made this the most enjoyable trip we have had in awhile. Ted, Leah, Amanda, James and the superb cooking staff put this vacation at the top of the list. Thanks again.
Peter & Therse Bartlett, Willow, Alaska
Thank you sooo much! Food = Awesome, Staff = Awesome. We had such a good time. The only complaint is that we weren’t here for longer! Matt, Sarah, Lily & Grace, Alaska
I wanted to say how much I enjoyed the Cowgirl Up experience. I had been daydreaming about this vacation since I signed up for it last May and when it finally arrived it was better than my wildest expectations! Thanks to all of you who are part of the Bar W “family” for making it so special.
Mary Benson
The best, most relaxing time EVER! It was truly a pleasure! We were very impressed! Keep up the Great Work! Thank you! Love, Jorge, & Pamela
Thank you for such a wonderful experience. The ranch was more than we expected and that was in large part due to the great staff here. A special thanks to Ted, Justin & Darla! We hope to be back soon.
Marlene Tarter & Anne Bastian, Healdburg, CA
PS – The dinner at the gazebo was great. Congrats Sierra.
“Cowgirl Up” was a huge success! Thank you for all the special things you did to entertain us and make us feel at home. Each day was an adventure and it was great sharing it with new friends. Thank you for your generous spirit. It is the people that make the place. To all of you, keep your face to the wind. Jane Hoskins, Corpus Christy, TX
BarW is awesome! I will really miss this place, I will also really miss Big Red. He was the best horse. The food was great! Thank you so much for having us here. Hope you have a good winter. Jennie
“Cowgirl UP” week was amazing. Thank you for all the details you put together. What a spectacular place to stay. Darla and Sandy’s food was incredible. I am waiting for the cookbook! Mandy’s pictures are wonderful. We’ll be expecting the Bar W calendar. Leah and Justin are great wranglers and just a sweet as can be. I highly recommend the all day ride. Ted is hilarious. Thanks for everything Tom Selleck. Steve and James along with Annie and Carlos
completed the package. Thanks for the ride Brumby and even Lucky. Sasha and I will definitely come back for another “Cowgirl Up” week. We made some great new friends this week. Amee Cutler, Huntington Beach, CA
Thank you for a fabulous vacation, it was Heaven and we will be back for sure! The food was wonderful as well as the staff! We did not want to leave, ever! Thank you for making us feel like family. God Bless! Sasha Currie, Laguna Niguel, CA
Cowgirl Up was the best gift I could have given myself for my “50th” birthday. I was very nervous when I saw how big my horse was, but Ted had encouraging words and Leah was so great to tell you what to do. The women here made me laugh, we all formed a strong bond, if only for a few days. I brought one best friend, but ended up with many, I will always remember “Bar W” and hope to return one day! Many thanks, Patty Peak, Sandpoint, Idaho
The people, the food, the horses, the (scenic) views; what a “WOW” experience. Keep up the great job and this will grow bigger then ever. Margo Clark, Finger Lake Region, NYS
Thanks for providing a “little peace of heaven”. Everything was perfect, wonderful food, guest hospitality and great sturdy mountain horses. What more can I say! Mary Benson, Adirondack, Lake Champlaine, Lake Placid Region, NY
Horse owners who wanted to ride in the west without trailering horses. Bar W was recommended by friends and it has lived up to its expectation. My wife is the best skeet shooter in the family. We were lucky enough to find a mule deer antler. The riding was the best; it was self directed and great! Cayuse and Faith are real troopers. The Canadian Border ride superb! Really enjoyed our stay! Lessons great! Colin McNaull, Hinesburg, Vermont
I enjoyed the range of activities and almost tried them all. For Colin the riding was paramount. I was especially impressed with the family atmosphere and the inclusion of staff at meals and other activities. All (staff) were friendly, knowledgeable and felt a sense of pride in what they represented. The food! The food! There are not words to express appreciation for Darla & Sandi! Earla Sue McNaull, Hinesburg, Vermont
Our visit to the Bar W was two-fold. Firstly it has been a lifelong dream to visit Montana after years of writing to a pen pal here as child. Secondly it was to overcome a fear of horse riding as a result of a bad accident in the UK. Our visit here has met all our expectation, dreams and more! The careful management of the ranch by Ted is evident in all his people show have a “can do” attitude at all times (with safely and fun built in at all times). A special mention must go to Dave whom without I don’t believe I would have trusted myself to overcome my fears and enjoy the rest of the week. Thank you Dave! We would like to give special mention to Mandy who is not only a talented rider but a beautiful photographer and talented girl. Justin we thank for his manner and caring smile. James we thank for his fun and taking us on trails that needed to be ridden. Steve we thank for his kindness and genuine interest in people. Leah we thank for showing us some of the most stunning scenery in the world and her caring nature. Above all I must thank Blue Duck for taking care of me and restoring my faith in horses, they are God’s special creatures. If I could pack him in my suitcase I would take that gentleman home! Thank you all for a super holiday. We will be back. Pauline & Lily, Scotland
What a wonderful time! There was great food, wonderful staff, exciting rides and beauty beyond words. Thanks for a wonderful time! Jason & Angie Herring MS
Thanks for everything! There was great food, good people, and beautiful views. We definitely have to come back and stay longer than two days. There is so much more we wanted to do! Lana & Abe Caldwell, Lethbridge, Canada
The Ranch was amazing. The people and the food were top notch. We will definitely be back and next time will stay much longer. Thanks for everything!! Skoogs
Had a great time! Lots of good times and laughs for all. We will be back next year for sure! All the best. Bill & Polly Hidrich
We has and amazing time at the ranch. For first time riders, this is the way to begin. Juanpeter & Ester, Carmel, CA
After a week of roaming around Montana we found Bar W and finally relaxed! You have a new fan! I took a couple of brochures for my women’s riding group, but should have taken a few dozen. Thanks for everything. Mark & Mary, New Hampshire
The room, staff and food were the best. We really enjoyed the all day wilderness ride from the ranch. What a perfect time of year to see the trees color. I understand why Bob really wanted to return here! Until we meet again. Bob & Karen Lund
Thank you all for a wonderful anniversary weekend. Skyla had so much fun riding Cowboy. We loved the hospitality and the food! Paul, Carlise & Skyla London
Wow! What more can one say! Our week has been absolutely phenomenal! This is definitely “God’s Country” and we feel we were truly blessed this week to experience all that we did, from the food, the welcoming people (staff and guests), to the awe-inspiring views along the trail rides, you name it! We will treasure the great memories as we plan our next trip back. Chuck & Val Hayes
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| Reservation Information |
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The Bar W Ranch
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