Why Snow Bear Chalets and why Whitefish Mountain Resort?
Yes! We were included on the cover of TIME Magazine in their 100 World’s Greatest Places 2018 issue, in September of 2018. Of the 100 places in the entire world, we were one of only 4 places to stay in the United States! We’ve also been named one of the 30 Most Romantic Places to Stay by COSMOPOLITAN Magazine, and have been featured in more than 200 more. You can find the stories/links here.
ShareSKI Magazine rated Whitefish Mountain Resort the #3 Overall Best Resort in all of North America, in 2020! With thousands of acres of varied terrain for all level skiers, Whitefish Mountain is known for the friendliness of the people, and the amazing views from the mountain into the Canadian Rockies and the mountains of Glacier National Park.
ShareAccommodations and rates:
Currently 22 total, between the three Snow Bear Chalets.
Ponderosa- 6 guests, in two king and two twin beds
Tamarack- 6 guests, in two king and two twin beds
Cedar- 10 guests, in two king and six twin beds
ShareThe rate varies by which chalet you choose, and with the specific season. Our least expensive rates are our off-season rates April-May and November through early December.
Not including our most in-demand holiday weeks, we think Snow Bear is quite reasonable with rates ranging from less than $100/night per person/night to as high as $299/per person/night (at full occupancy for the chalet). Please understand, we ONLY rent the entire chalet, so if you only have two guests, you’ll pay the full chalet rate as we can’t rent the other space to additional people. We’re more affordable when you fill the chalet and divide the cost between guests.
That being said, Snow Bear is not for everyone. It’s literally the ultimate in luxury living for those who choose a unique, decadent holiday experience. If you’re ready to be spoiled on a gorgeous mountain escape, regardless of the season, you’ve found the right place!
For current rates and details, please click the BOOK NOW button, input your dates and the current rates will be displayed for you.
ShareYes, we have an 9% MT and local Whitefish Lodging Tax, a $400 flat cleaning fee regardless of length of stay, and a $99 insurance fee, which covers up to $1500 in damages.
ShareBooking details and discounts:
Please go to the Home page of our website to see the specific differences, and scroll down to “What Chalet is Right for Me”. Ponderosa and Tamarack are identical and each sleep 6 with 2 baths, except that Ponderosa is located directly ON the slope about 10 steps from your front door to the slope, and Tamarack is on the other side of Ponderosa, a 30’ ski to the slope. Cedar which sleeps 10 and has 4 full baths, is located on the other side of Tamarack, about 50’ from the slope.
Share1) You can make your reservation through VRBO.com, HomeAway.com or Airbnb.com. With them, you will pay 1/2 upon booking, and the balance 60 days prior to the date of your arrival. A full refund is available up until 60 days prior to arrival. There is also a service fee that these companies charges the guest that ranges from $250-499/booking. If you choose this option, please go to VRBO.com or HomeAway.com and type the number for your desired chalet into the search box to book each property:
Ponderosa- 4249601
Tamarack- 4249602
Cedar- 4249603
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2) Book directly with us and avoid the VRBO/HomeAway guest service fee (of $299-$499/booking). Payment is due upon booking to secure your reservation and is non-refundable. Travel insurance is recommended. Should you choose this option, please let me so we can send you a Reservation Payment Request to secure your reservation. You can then pay by credit card via a secure link online.
Please Note: Until a reservation is confirmed, the dates are available on VRBO/Homeaway for Instant Booking (by someone else), so please call us ASAP to avoid disappointment.
ShareYes, we do and it varies by season.
Christmas week (12/21-28) and New Year’s Week (12/28-1/4) have a 7-night minimum.
President’s Week (dates vary from year to year)- 5 night minimum
Other than special events/occasions in the area, the rest of the year we have a 3-night minimum for each of the three chalets.
ShareUnfortunately, we are unable to do so, as we donate a significant portion of our profits to charities including One Drop (water), Vital Ground Foundation (bear/land conservation), Angel’s Hands (health), Dream Foundation (kid’s cancer research), IPA (poverty) and others. You can learn more on how we can help your favorite charity by contacting us.
ShareWhen you book a return visit to Snow Bear Chalets BEFORE YOU CHECK OUT from your current stay, we offer a 10% discount off the regular rates for your next visit (holiday weeks excluded). Plan ahead with your friends and family and save!
ShareGetting to Snow Bear Chalets:
Flying to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, Montana is easy! In 2019, FCA was ranked as the #2 On-Time airport in all of North America! We’re serviced by Delta, United, American, Alaska/Horizon, and Allegiant Air, with direct flights to Kalispell(FCA) from 13 US locations. Check out how EASY it is to get to Glacier with DIRECT, non-stop flights, available from these cities:
- Salt Lake City
- Minneapolis
- Seattle
- Denver
- Phoenix
- Las Vegas
- Seasonally from:
- Atlanta
- San Francisco
- Los Angeles
- Chicago
- Portland
- Oakland
- New York City
- Dallas
Once you’ve arrived:
Check-in time is 4 pm on the date of arrival. Should you arrive early, and should the chalet be available, we’re happy to allow you to purchase additional time in the chalet for $50/hour, to check in early (if available).
Check-out time is by 10 am on the date of departure. Should you wish to depart later in the afternoon, we’re happy to allow you to purchase additional time in the chalet for $50/hour, to check out later (if available).
Early check-in and late check-out (when available) are offered to repeat guests at no additional charge!
ShareDuring ski/snow season: If you’re not familiar with driving in the snow, there are alternatives to renting a car. Uber is available in our area, as are numerous taxi services. Additionally, there is a Snow Shuttle available from the Village (a few minute’s walk from Snow Bear) to downtown Whitefish.
The rest of the year: There are many national car rental companies who rent cars from the airport. If you like to drive, Montana has some beautiful places that are most easily accessed by private car. There is a shuttle from downtown Whitefish to Glacier National Park that makes getting there easy.
ShareYES. Although the treehouses are located ON the slope, the other side of the chalet is a county road, providing direct driving access to your chalet.
ShareEach chalet has one dedicated parking space right in front of your chalet.
ShareSnow Bear Chalets is located just a few minute’s walk from The Village at Whitefish Mountain Resort. There are several restaurants and bars, as well as a small convenience store and a few ski/clothing shops.
That said, you’ll want to visit the charming area of downtown Whitefish. Our “Hallmark” village boasts incredible restaurants for culinary delights, fun boutiques, and merchants, distilleries and bars, as well as various real estate offices should you decide to own your own piece of heaven.
During ski season, you can also hop on the free Snow Bus shuttle to downtown Whitefish from the Village.
ShareDuring ski season, you can also hop on the free Snow Bus shuttle to downtown Whitefish from the Village. During the rest of the year, renting a car will provide you with your best options, in addition to taxis and Uber.
ShareGlacier National Park is about 30 miles from the treehouses and is a beautiful drive. However, if you don’t choose to deal with limited parking in Glacier National Park during the peak summer months, you can drive your car to the Visitor’s Center in Apgar, then park and take the shuttle to many hiking destinations throughout the park. The free shuttle picks up/drops off about every 20 minutes at many popular spots in Glacier.
There is also a direct shuttle from downtown Whitefish to the Visitor’s Center, available for around $12/person.
ShareYes, we’re happy to do so! We have a guest information book with links to many things to do in the area, many that can be booked prior to your arrival. (The link will be forwarded to you upon booking).
We can also help you with concierge services including ski or mountain bike rental, in-chalet massage, private chef, etc. Just let us know what you need and we’re happy to help.
Our staff is also available for special requests (grocery or liquor store pickup/delivery, florist, bakery, turndown service, mid-week cleaning, etc), for $50/hour. We’d prefer to do the work and allow you to spend your time enjoying your holiday!
ShareYES, during your visit, you are more than welcome to take and share as many photos of Snow Bear as you’d like. Please feel free to share that you’re staying in one of TIME Magazine’s 100 World’s Greatest Places! We’ve had many requests for professional photos from guests to share, so we’ve posted them here to make it easy for you. Should you decide to share them on social media, we’d appreciate if you’d use #snowbearchalets so we can track them, thank you!
ShareYES, please do! We love to be of service to our guests, so please don’t hesitate to call us at 406-848-1771 with any questions to book your reservation. We’re here and happy to help!
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