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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance

Elk Willows Guest Home. Don't wait to book your dates! The Ranch is usually completely booked well before the summer season starts! Reserve your stay now to get the dates you want.

Welcome to Paul Ranch Montana! We provide separate, enhanced clean & sanitized accommodations (each with private cooking and bathroom facilities), open areas and an ideal location to allow for social distancing. Contactless check-in & check-out process is in place. Service to your home for fresh towels and garbage removal is available on request in accordance with current guidelines.

Ideal vacation lodging: a beautiful ranch setting, apart from the traditional tourist scene, in comfortable, relaxed surroundings. ELK WILLOWS GUEST HOME is one of 4 unique accommodations we offer. All are in a private setting for guests looking for lodging with a personal touch. If your vacation is centered around exploring this unique area, you are within minutes of area activities and attractions. The East Entrance to Glacier Park is 15 minutes away, Many Glacier Valley is 20 minutes, Two Medicine Valley is an hour's scenic drive as is Waterton National Park in Canada. The Ranch is an ideal place to return to after a day of activity; to kick back, relax and plan your next day's adventure. If you prefer time to read, write, photograph or other more solitary pursuits, you will enjoy the space, privacy and inspiring natural ambience. All our vacation rentals offer the serenity, privacy and views that Paul Ranch Montana LLC is famous for.

Centrally located for a variety of destinations and pursuits, this premium vacation home is spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained. Each of our residences is personally and individually decorated so you will be in a comfortable home. The spacious kitchen and breakfast bar are perfect for casual meals and the separate dining area offers views of Glacier Park mountains. The living room includes a library and the separate sitting room includes a gas fireplace. The master suite includes a large bathroom with double sinks, garden tub, and oversized shower with seating. The smaller bathroom has a tub/shower combo and single sink. The on site washer/dryer provides an extra convenience. Service is available for trash removal and exchanging towels on request in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines.

A large deck off the front door offers mountain views of Glacier Park that are beyond belief and is a perfect place to dine, to start your day with morning coffee or to end your evening relaxing and viewing wildlife that inhabit the property. A large open field invites an evening stroll; equipment is on hand for outdoor games and activities. This is a plus for families traveling with children.

If you would like to reserve 1 night in-between existing reservations, please inquire. Even though a two-night minimum is listed, we like to fill those 1-night vacancies whenever possible.

RANCH MONTANA PAUL LLC proudly announces it has been accepted as a Silver level GreenLeader into the new GreenLeaders™ program, which helps travelers plan greener trips by identifying environmentally-friendly accommodations across the U.S.

WILD HEART REFUGE, comprised of 155 acres, has been set aside on the Ranch as a wildlife refuge. The commitment of Paul Ranch Montana is to leave acreage undisturbed to support indigenous wildlife that live on, give birth on and migrate across the land.

SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR OTHER LODGING CHOICES which include our newest addition 3 bedroom/2 bath vacation rental (Meadowlark Meadows Guest Home, VRBO # 486340), our economical 2 bedroom/1 bath vacation rental (Wagon Wheel Guest Home, VRBO # 251044) and our no-frills historic bunkhouse (Chaps & Spurs Historic Bunkhouse, VRBO # 646810).

This home is pet-free. Water and pasture available if traveling with horses

On-site caretakers will ensure your stay is exceptional with personalized attention to detail.

Enjoy the mountain views, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and the sounds of nature.

Enjoy the alpacas who inhabit the property… they are such curious, mystical creatures.

We are adjacent to a wetlands conservation area which provides a great area for birding.

Keywords: Home, Vacation Rental, House

Property manager

PAUL RANCH MONTANA

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Wildlife Breathtaking Views-minutes Glacier East Entrance House
Wildlife Breathtaking Views-minutes Glacier East Entrance Babb
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About the neighborhood

Map
Babb, MT

What's nearby

  • St. Mary Lake - 19 min drive
  • St. Mary Visitor Center - 23 min drive
  • Waterton Lakes National Park - 24 min drive
  • Grinnell Glacier Trailhead - 32 min drive
  • Police Outpost Provincial Park - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glacier's Edge Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Leaning Tree Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hun's Den Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Place - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance located?

Situated in Babb, this vacation home is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Glacier National Park and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. Waterton Lakes National Park and St. Mary Visitor Center are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Elk Willows Home -Wildlife & Breathtaking Views-Minutes to Glacier East Entrance Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for visiting Glacier NP. Superb condition in the house. Very clean and convenient. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love the house, classic and stunning view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Clean, comfortable, beautiful views
Loved the stay, had everything we needed, clean, comfortable, convenient, well supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

AYE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very convenient and close to everything
we really enjoyed the ranch. It is a very good place to stay with the friends and family . Convenient location 20 to 30 minutes to go to Saint Mary and many glacier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 nights in Babb MT
This property was perfect for our group. Very comfortable and quiet with easy access to Glacier NP. We had everything we needed and we would have loved to stay longer had there been availability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndee B., Valley Center

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing
This place is awesome...not far from anything and so quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing spot on the East side of Glacier
Great location and a very memorable stay! The ranch managers were so kind and easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed meeting them. The property is exactly as described and very comfortable. The alpacas, llama, and horse were so fun to see on the property. The views across the valley are beautiful. There are bears that roam the hills, so you have to be cautious, but we never felt in danger. The location was very close to the Many Glacier entrance and to St Mary. Please take the warnings of limited grocery options to heart. Everything is more expensive in this area, so come prepared as best as you can. I couldn't recommend this place more!! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gateway to Glacier
Wonderful views! Comfortable accommodations. Very close to the eastern parts of Glacier. Loved the alpacas on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Breathtaking
Very nice place with great views. Great management. Highlight of the places we stayed on our trip to glacier.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a bird watcher's paradise! It is a short drive to Glacier Park. The home has lovely large windows to let in lots of light and showcase the great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

B G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Loved our stay and only wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the peace and quiet of the ranch. Immaculate, comfortable and spacious for our family of five. Perfect location to explore East Glacier- St Mary and Many entrances are so close! Host was so considerate and helpful communication was appreciated. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love
Property manager very responsive, location excellent (close to Many Glacier entrance)…very helpful with information about the area. We hope to return to this area one year to explore this area more and both my husband and I agree we would return to this listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great alternative
We were unsuccessful in snagging a room in a GNP hotel so this was a great alternative. Plenty of room. Quiet. Short drive to eastern park entrances.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet and not far from GNP
Lots of space for the six adults we had in group.quiet and gorgeous views of a different nature than within the park.Easy ,quick drive to East entrance.All in party said beds comfortable,enough towels provided.Decor is as shown in pics,so be prepared for 70's and 80's.Recommend Two Sisters cafe for eating out.After people packed GNP,all loved coming back to the quiet and views and space to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Families
I’m late to post this, but our family of four, including two freshman college bound teens, absolutely loved our 5 night stay at the Elk Willow house on the Paul Ranch last summer! The location was unbeatable . It is a prime location for wildlife viewing right from the front porch , and convenient to Many Glacier and the East entrance to Glacier National Park. Our family loved having so much space to spread out and the tranquility of the ranch while still being close to everything that we needed. We made unforgettable memories here and hope to return one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top of the hill!
Elk Willows is located on the top of a hill just in front of a beautiful meadow and forest. Birds, deer, fox, bear - we saw them all, and heard a moose call as well. Very quiet, comfortable, and everything you need is provided. Hosts are very responsive. One of the best places we've stayed! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weather in East Glacier
We jumped the season by visiting in mid May when many of the roads in the park and services were not yet open. I would love to come back to this wonderful property later in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The Elk Willows is a nicely furnished, clean and dramatically-located lodging with incredible views in three directions, including S over Glacier National Park. The Paul Ranch is fairly isolated from basic necessities such as groceries (especially organic) and gas for your car. $5.25 per gallon at the one gas station within 40 miles. Nevertheless, the setting of Elk Willows and the proximity to the 3 E side entrances to Glacier National Park makes staying here a no brainer, at least for us. Not everyone’s cup of tea, though.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home on the range!!
A group of 6 of us women stayed at this wonderful house for 3 nights. We were greeted coming and going each day by a small herd of cattle and the Llama and alpacas. Larry was quick to respond to all of our questions and even when we had a minor issue. The home was very clean, as pictured and had plenty of room for us to spread out into. It is a drive back onto a large farm which is easy to find by daylight--make sure you know your landmarks or GPS to find it at night! :) It was nice to have laundry access after hiking 6 days in National Glacier Park. It is perfectly located to access Many Glacier and the East Entrance as well as a mere 15 minutes to Waterton Canada.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

jonathan l.

Disliked: Communication
remote location in Babb, MT
The house is modern and updated. While it is advertised as having beds for 6, you need to be careful as to how old the people are. i traveled with my family of 6, including 3 teenage boys. It is 1 king, 1 queen and two twins. Hard to sleep 6 adults in that configuration. No pullout couch. It is in a good location on the more remote eastern side of Glacier. However, it is 5 miles from the nearest town, cell service is very spotty. The caretakers did not leave enough garbage bags and the amount of insects is overwhelming. The house has a full, updated kitchen as well as a laundry room which was great. It is difficult to get in touch with the caretakers during the day which can make the check in process difficult. All in all, it is a very nice house, as long as you know what you are getting yourself in to.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
I wish I could give these hosts 10 stars! They went above and beyond to make sure that we didn’t have any interruptions in our plans, but more on that later. The owners/hosts are close by., Everyone has their own space. The house is situated up on the hill, by a beautiful grove of aspen trees. Sitting on the porch in the evenings was very peaceful as you can just enjoy the birdsong and rustle of the aspens. The surrounding vistas were quite breathtaking. The house itself had plenty of windows, lots of natural light. The bedrooms also had blackout blinds to block out the early summer sun (if you so choose). The kitchen was well stocked with kitchen utensils, pots & pans. A large damper on our plans had our hosts not been so resourceful & friendly. They were very helpful and accommodating to make sure that we didn’t have to cancel any of our plans. They referred us to an auto shop in Browning (just in case anyone else needs such services) that had us in and out within 30 minutes. Tire patched and ready to continue on with our explorations! I would absolutely recommend staying here and I hope that when we next visit Montana we can stay on this property again. Simply wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super convenient location to Glacier
Location, location, location. This property is so conveniently located to Many Glacier and St Mary village. It's also a pretty quick drive over to Two Medicine. When the East side does not offer as many lodging options, the Paul Ranch is a great alternative. This particular location is large enough to accommodate a decent size family. The unit itself is surprisingly huge. My only critiques lie with the bugs that flew in the house, particularly large horse flies and moths, the difficulty in finding the driveway up to the actual location without much help at night when checking in, and the lack of free roaming alpacas during our stay. We were able to see them on the last day driving out. Other than that, the property was actually pretty good with an offering of beautiful sunrises. The beds were comfortable, the aesthetic was very genuinely Native American, and the unit itself offered so many little perks such as toiletries, laundry pods, spices, and every small appliance you could ask for. I paid for the jetpack to get extra Wi-Fi service while out there however, I never even needed to connect to the Wi-Fi let alone the jetpacks. I got great service through Verizon while I was there. I did find it to be a little overpriced for the overall quality but, I guess you're paying for the location. I would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Laurie P.

Nice location
The views really are beautiful from the property. The good: The caretakers were very friendly and seemed ready to help with whatever we needed. The place was clean, spacious, warm (chilly weather!) and the beds were comfortable. Lots of clean towels. The washer and dryer worked fine.The front deck is a lovely place to be for a meal or happy hour. The location is great for getting to Waterton and Many Glaciers. Some (not us) would find the daily housekeeping to be a bonus. The bad: Several of the windows are "blown", making it hard to see clearly out of them - a problem when you are keeping a sharp eye out for wildlife or trying to enjoy the view. The fireplace wasn't working when we were there. The caretaker offered to try to fix it but we were comfortable and decided it wasn't necessary. The kitchen utensils/cutlery/pots and pans could use an upgrade. They could particularly use some sharp knives and decent pans. We ate every meal in, so would have appreciated better tools to work with. Bottom line? The weather was very dreary when we arrived, with low clouds obscuring most everything. Under those circumstances we were somewhat disappointed with the place initially because the views really are the best part. After staying there comfortably for two nights we woke to blue skies and the views that we were expecting. We would have to say that it definitely felt overpriced, but that is probably a function of supply and demand. Didn't pay for the WiFi (hey, we were on vacation) but agree that it should be included.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

desiree m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
15 Minutes to Many Glacier
Stayed at the Elk Willows home. Perfect for me and my husband. Well stocked kitchen, full sized washer / dryer, super comfortable king size bed, good quality bath towels, loved the soaker tub - after full hiking days it was a blessing. The caretakers, Cheyenne and Andrew were awesome! Very friendly and outgoing. Our rental car had a low tire and they met us at the shop on the ranch and allowed my husband to use the air compressor to air the tire up! We would stay here again in a minute! We brought all of our groceries on the west side and cooked every single night. Highly recommend staying here, the big sky views are beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glacier National Park Traveler
Great location, very clean, all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024