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Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi

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Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Seeley Lake, MT
  • Placid Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Placid Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Double Arrow Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom Nook

1 King Bed

Study Cabin with Bath

1 Queen Bed

Trundle Corner for Two

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Study Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi

Welcome to "The Cabin on Placid Lake." We are offering our nearly 100-year old cabin, restored and rebuilt to a year-round four season getaway, for a handful of weeks out of each year..

Sitting on just over two acres of flat, private, forested land, relax and de-stress in this quintessential, quiet spot on Placid Lake, approximately 5 miles deep in the mountains, yet just 10 minutes to the town of Seeley Lake, MT.

Enjoy lounging on the covered porch with a fresh cup of cabin coffee within a stone's toss to the water. Bring your boat or boats and secure them to a new 2022 Daka dock extending well into comfortable depths for both boats and daily dives into the cool, fresh Placid Lake waters. Launch your boats just 5 minutes down the road at the Placid Lake State Park. (dock is put in on May 1 and pulled out on October 1 each year)

Not bringing a boat but still want to get out on the water? No worries. We have three 2022 Pelican brand kayaks, plus a canoe for you to use. :)

Sit back and appreciate the 150 year old + larch pine logs within, logged from the land nearly 100 years ago by the original loggers of the area.. The main bedroom features eight large windows with amazing views of the lake. The sunsets from this room are truly hard to beat. In the fall and winter, add the extra nice touch of turning on the gas vintage style wood stove sitting in the corner of the room. Four underbed storage containers provide a simple solution to folded and tucked away clothing for all.

The kids' corner features a convenient trundle bed style with two twin beds. Perfect for the kiddos, or... two good size grownups! Three drawers to boot for all the kids clothes.

Need to get away from it all while the kids play Nintendo on those rainy or blustery blizzards that may roll in? No problem, retreat about 25 steps to the Office Study that comes complete with bathroom, fireplace, piano, desk and a pull out queen size couch for extra sleeping, as needed! The views from this study are also hard to beat!

Want to invite a few extra friends over for dinner? No problem. We have a Transformer Table that can convert from a small computer desk, all the way up to seating eight comfortably. Just pull it open, place the additional "leaves" and you are now able to host the entire group! Just the six of you, you say? Even better! Keep it simple by using the kitchen breakfast nook. A cozy, intimate and easy-going way to enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner for up to six people.

So you're a water person but the lake is too cold? We've got you covered with a new Hot Springs Spas Hot Tub that can be enjoyed throughout the winter. Enjoy your favorite hot or cold beverage while sitting in the soothing 104 degree water in perfect solitude! In the winter, you may not have the water skiing, but what you do have is nearly the entire lake to yourself. You might find a few ice fisherman if you need someone to talk to, but other than that, expect to hear only the calls of the wild, and not much else.

Property manager

McKinnon Baxter
Premier Host

Languages

English, Japanese

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Seeley Lake

Located in Seeley Lake, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Placid Lake State Park and Salmon Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Double Arrow Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seeley Lake, MT

What's nearby

  • Placid Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Placid Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Double Arrow Golf Course - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Salmon Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Salmon Lake Trailhead - 16 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seeley Chicken Coop & Lounge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lindey's Prime Steak - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Ice Cream Place - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The BBQ Pit at Seeley Lake - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Place - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Vintage Cabin on Placid Lake, Montana - Waterfront, Sleeps 6 Adults - Wifi located?

This family-friendly Seeley Lake cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Placid Lake and Placid Lake State Park. Swan Valley and Double Arrow Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ralaxation paradise

A birthday weekend for 3 of our kids. What a fun and private location to celebrate and make memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clean, and relaxing

This cabin was the perfect getaway for me and my husband. The neighborhood was quiet, the lake was frozen and gorgeous to look at and listen to while relaxing in the hot tub, and the furniture was comfy to lounge and sleep in. The place was fully stocked with all items needed including pots and pans, toiletries, and games! We had an amazing weekend and will definitely keep this place in mind for future getaways!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin and location!

Lake is gorgeous, property is beautiful. Cabin was exactly what we were looking for on our weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation

Super nice cabin. The scenery was amazing. Cozy place to have a snow vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Montana getaway

This was an amazing place to stay! The lake was beautiful and quiet, the scenery was unbeatable. We enjoyed the fireplaces, hot tub, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and so much more! The host was great and helped us with our questions. Perfect couples getaway, but would work for a small family as well! We will be back! Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family lake time

This home is everything a lake house should be. We booked next year half- way through our stay! It is a beautifully redone original cabin that is perfectly appointed. We had planned on eating out one night, but no one wanted to leave. The perfect porch - just up from the water's edge, the hot tub, modern dock, separate office/room/bathroom space, and gas fireplace were a dream. We didn't want for anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

Beautiful spot. Calm quiet lake. Loved everything about this
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Placid lake

The place was awesome but the neighbors were bad. They gave their kids a pelet rifle and they shot a goose then they put a ramp in the bay so we couldn't pull any kids in that area and the BQ and outside cooking utensils were not cleaned and usable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love Montana!!

Absolutely wonderful lake cabin! Loved every second of it. Just needed another day or two. Thank you for the sharing the beautiful setting in Lake Placid and perfect accommodations. Well equipped and so comfy. We will return. Cheers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lakefront Retreat

This place has everything you need for a fun lakefront getaway. The beds were very comfortable, the view was amazing. We had smores and a fire every night. The dock was perfect for fishing, caught a few trout. The canoe and kayaks were fun to use. Thank you for a perfect family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

We absolutely loved the cabin. It was exactly what we were looking for in a place for a relaxing, peaceful getaway. It was super cozy inside and had everything we needed and more. The view from both inside and outside the cabin is amazing. It was windy and chilly, but we were still able to enjoy the nature all around us from inside with all the windows. The hot tub was a lovely perk as well. Thank you so much for sharing this home, we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cozy cabin

This was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the lake after being in Yosemite the previous 3 days. Our next 3 days here we enjoyed the sounds of the birds and lake, did the Morrell trail hike ( hard but worth it!), and had a nice night at the firepit. We love Seeley Lake area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic cabin on the lake

We enjoyed our weekend stay so very much. So much love and hard work has been put into this amazing place. The cabin was so comfortable and communication with our host was easy. Thank you for making our Mother’s Day weekend a most memorable one.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Preston M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Amazing views and lake front excellent vacation spot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful winter get-away

The view of the lake is stunning and the cabin was set up beautifully. So festive, cozy and comfortable. The lake is like 10 steps away so we were able to ice skate with the kids. At night we sat outside in the hot tub and listen to the freezing lake make the coolest cracking sounds. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Montana Getaway

Extremely beautiful property and an awesome host.10/10 would come back 😀
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake vacation

Are group had a great time. Loved the proximity to the water! Dock was great for our boat. Kayaking was a lot of fun as well. Beautiful home and setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Beautiful cabin. Lake was so quiet and relaxing. Hot tub was a great place to hang out in the evening. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property with a heavenly dock

We absolutely loved this property. My husband and I stayed with our two daughters and it was perfect. Highly recommend a cup of coffee on the porch at sunrise and a glass of wine on the dock at sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

yve b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation

What an easy escape. Our family had an awesome stay in a beautiful place. We hope to be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by McKinnon Baxter

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Hello! We are the Baxters! A family of three; my wife, me, and our adventurous son Finn! We love our special cabin on the lake, "a little slice of heaven" we like to call it ;) As for me, I was raised on a farm in upstate NY, then spent a number of years in Southern CA. My desire to get back to nature led me to Montana where I have now lived for the better part of 25 years. As an online retailer, my family and I are able to spend a good part of the year at The Cabin on Placid Lake as well our other favorite getaways, one being Japan, where my wife was born and raised. At the cabin, my son and I enjoy fishing for salmon, trout, bass and of course the ever-so-fun-to-catch, bluegills! If you want the lowdown on how and where, for our renters only, we will share our secrets!

Why they chose this property

if you have seen your share of lake properties, you probably know that the cabin is one thing, but the property is quite another. As much as I love the charm and coziness of our nearly 100-year old cabin, what I like the most is the land where it sits. With perhaps 100 or so towering pine trees surrounding the cabin, we love walking what we humbly call our own, personal forest on the 1 acre + piece of land with 140 feet of lake frontage. Depending on the time of year and the water level, we enjoy sitting on our private beach as the water laps along the shore. If you want to extend your views, walk down our 60 foot long dock to a nice sized 12x12 square at the end, truly the perfect spot for taking in some of the best sunsets we've ever seen. Recently, we added a lush, green lawn, along with a sprinkler system for family barefoot fun playing games while the sunlight off the lake dazzles in the background. At night, there's nothing better than lighting a fire in the fire pit and sitting around it cooking hot dogs on skewers or, for the grand finale, SMORES!

If you need to break way to get some work down, the Office Study is the perfect place. Quiet, air-conditioned, peaceful. Not a bad place for an afternoon nap either! The views from the study equal or may even be better than what you'll find inside the cabin, but both are certainly hard to beat.

If you are renting in the winter, all I can say is get ready to relax. The constant snowfall at Placid Lake makes for an idyllic experience, warm and toasty in the tightly insulated cabin. Enjoy not one, but two fireplaces inside. Time to get the jammies and slippers out, grab your favorite cup of coffee or hot chocolate, and sink into the best side of peace and quiet. Want to take in the elements a bit more? How about building a snowman or having a snowball fight, or cross country skiing on the frozen lake? Whatever your choice, remember to hot tub in our Hot Springs Spa after!

What makes this property unique

1. Sits on a private 1 acre + parcel, heavily wooded with Larch / Tamarack Pines.
2. Summer - Top of the line 60ft + Daka dock, extending your fun into great depths!
3. Summer - a cove-like feel at the waterfront, largely private from our (albeit awesome) neighbors!
4. Summer - Intimate, Private Beach Area for a small group.
5. Charming, nearly 100 Year Old Log Cabin with all the conveniences for year-round living.
6. A separate, private office study to get some work done (or play the piano) in peace and quiet.
7. A waterfront facing covered porch where you can sit, snow, rain or shine, and enjoy all that Placid Lake has to offer, spring, summer, fall, or winter!

Languages:

English, Japanese

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