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BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue

BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue

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View of Barn in Autumn
Barn Kitchen
Kitchen During Echo's Wedding
View from kitchen and dining area up to living room
Stairs from kitchen dining area up to living room

Overview of BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Kalispell, Mt
  • Popular LocationFlathead River7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoodland Water Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationConrad Mansion Museum14 min drive
  • AirportKalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue

Welcome to Braidwater. We are located in the Flathead Valley of Northwest Montana, a land of snowy mountains, green forests and wild rivers. Our home is located on the Flathead River in the middle of valley farmland, yet only minutes from Kalispell. Our property boasts abundant wildlife including deer, many species of waterfowl and raptors. The river frontage provides activities all year round, including snowshoeing, cross country skiing, ice skating, bird watching, hiking and fishing. In the summer, we welcome guests to a large organic garden and orchard. We also host families and their guests for weddings. Kalispell itself, 10 minutes away, is the hub of the Flathead Valley, with Whitefish to the north, and Bigfork to the South.

The Valley can be accessed by air via Glacier Park International Airport, or through Whitefish by Amtrak train. Kalispell is cosmopolitan beyond its size, containing a wonderful community medical center, great restaurants and a fabulous symphony orchestra. From here you can easily hike in Glacier National Park, ski Whitefish Mountain, see Bigfork village or visit art galleries in Kalispell.

The guest quarters are timber frame construction, with vaulted ceilings, a wood burning stove, old world decorating and Tiffany lighting. Between the king bed in the master bedroom, four bunks in a children’s room, a hideaway full size bed, and a loft with a full sized futon, there is plenty of sleeping space. The kitchen and dining area are fully appointed. There is an indoor trampoline, a small workout area, a Precor elliptical, and an adjacent setup for viewing DVDs while working out. WIFI is provided throughout. With its textured walls, tapestries, carved furniture, and beautiful vistas, Braidwater provides magical ambiance, comfort, and the beauty of the countryside. We look forward to welcoming you.

Property manager

Gina Nelson

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see “Rental Agreement” for full description of house rules.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kalispell

Located in Kalispell, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flathead Lake and Glacier Adventure Guides, while Conrad Mansion Museum and Museum at Central School are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodland Water Park, 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 snowmobiling.
Map
Kalispell, Mt

What's nearby

  • Flathead River - 7 min drive
  • Woodland Water Park - 11 min drive
  • Conrad Mansion Museum - 14 min drive
  • Kalispell Regional Medical Center - 15 min drive
  • Village Greens Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitefish Depot - 34 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Wendy's - 11 min drive
  • Frugals - 14 min drive
  • Papa John's Pizza - 11 min drive
  • Nickel Charlie's Casino - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BRAIDWATER, a Luxury Vacation Rental and Event Venue located?

This family-friendly Kalispell holiday home is located on the riverfront, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Flathead River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Woodland Water Park and Village Greens Golf Course. Buffalo Hill Golf Club and Conrad Mansion Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation to Glacier
Gina and Greg were great hosts. The property is amazing as we ventured down to the river one night. It was a 35 minute drive to West Glacier. All the extra amenities with ping pong, trampoline, and work out equipment was used in this shared space. Had all the essentials needed. We had a great stay at this very charming place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA S., La Quinta, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Had a great stay at Braidwater. The property is beautiful, right on the river. Had some success catching trout. Also the grounds are lovely and we took a lovely walk along the river. There are several paths to stroll. Lots of deer as well. So peaceful! Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vern K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GOLF TRIP
Loved the property. Location was great, tucked away, isolated and quiet. Walking paths, lots of space, and a river running through the back of the property was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

STeve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful serene place
Spent a wonderful week at this beautiful property. The hosts were fantastic and kayaking the river was an amazing experience. You won't find a more tranquil beautiful spot to VRBO!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 night stay 3rd week in July
Used the property as our base camp to hike through Glacier. The entrance to the park was about 45 minutes away with trails beginning an average of another 45 minutes through the park. Kids loved the indoor trampoline, rope swing, ping pong, and foosball table. It was hot in the evenings without ac so get those fans cranking when you get back to the barn. The property was gorgeous but we were unable to take advantage of it due to the tremendous amount of mosquitoes, a result of recent localized flooding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gina Nelson

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Hello, I'm Gina Nelson. Our family has the good fortune to live at Braidwater Farm on the Flathead River. I'm a practicing Obstetrician Gynecologist. I, like the other members of our family, am a naturalist, an outdoorsman, and a maker. Our love of our land and the enjoyment of sharing this place with people binds our family. My husband Greg is a artisan builder, an outfitter as well as an experienced mountaineer. Our children are daughter Echo and son in law Brian, both biologists, and sons Forest and Vale, who are engineers.

Why they chose this property

We bought this land in 1995 because it has been our dream to do so ever since we married in 1983. It is riverside farmland close to town, on the grounds which Greg hunted as a youth. We first built our guest quarters and barn, then later built our own house. When our house became finished, we began having guests.

What makes this property unique

It is pastoral to wild here, and yet convenient to the activities in the rest of the Valley. We are able to farm, garden, experience the Flathead River and have horses, yet I can get to town very quickly.

The gardens, architecture decorating are products of decades of dreaming, planning, and work. Being here enables me to enjoy their distilled beauty every day. We would love to share them with you.
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