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Gaynor Ranch and Resort – Whitefish, Montana

Two-Night Stay for Two

$170
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  • Great Outdoors
  • Off the Beaten Path

Gaynor Ranch and Resort

4.0 out of 5
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    Whitefish, Montana

    1992 KM Ranch Rd.
    Whitefish, Montana 59937
    (866) 862-6202
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Comfortable Cabins on Working Ranch with Horse Stables

There’s a sweeping view of the Montana countryside at the top of Gratitude Peak, a vista on the east end of Gaynor Ranch and Resort. But before guests can enjoy the sights they must follow a strict but simple rule: all of one’s worries must be deposited down below at the Gratitude Tree. Perched atop this overlook is a Native American medicine wheel designed by ranch owner Nancy Gaynor, a Kootenai tribe member, and the wheel is said to inspire meditation and self-reflection. This overlook underscores the resort’s focus on relaxation and reverence for the natural beauty of the area, which is set amid forested hills and wide blue skies.

Touches of the Old West, including a weathered wagon and a large white teepee, are scattered throughout the working ranch. Visitors can feed the resident horses, teach them to neigh the ABCs, or hop in the saddle and embark on a trail ride through the property’s pathways ($45/person for a one-hour ride).

Near the horse pasture stands a cluster of ranch cabins, each of them spacious enough for groups and equipped with a full kitchen. For more secluded accommodations, there are eight freestanding cabins in the woods a short distance from the ranch.

Whitefish, Montana: Charming Alpine Gateway to Glacier National Park

Gaynor Ranch and Resort is tucked into the Flathead Valley, an expanse of jagged peaks and windswept lowlands carved out by glaciers during the last ice age. Within the valley—and fewer than 7 miles from the resort—is the charming alpine village of Whitefish. Restaurants, specialty boutiques, and a microbrewery are dotted along the main drag of Central Avenue, and jutting out of the skyline to the north are the snowcapped peaks of the Northern Rocky Mountains. Though outdoor activities are a major draw, Whitefish also features an independent theater company, art galleries, a historical museum, and a Frank Lloyd Wright–designed building—one of a scant few in Montana.

About 30 miles away from the ranch resides the west entrance to Glacier National Park, where the glittering Lake McDonald comes into view as visitors drive down Going-to-the-Sun Road. Although heavy snowfall can close down portions of the park's internal roads, the National Park Service regularly plows the 10-mile stretch of road that runs from the entrance to Lake McDonald Lodge. Rangers can lead expeditions and referee snowball fights on guided snowshoe walks departing from the nearby Apgar Visitor Center; several skiing and snowshoeing trails splinter off in the area as well. Depending on snow melt, the warmer spring months mark the opening up of scenic hiking trails such as Logan Pass—the highest point on Going-to-the-Sun Road and a popular launching point for backpackers.

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What You Get

  • $170 for a two-night stay for two in any cabin

Amenities

  • Community hot tub
  • Full kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Down comforters

Our Recommendations for Your Getaway

  • Lake McDonald Valley

    Numerous ski and snowshoe trails surround the scenic lake in Glacier National Park, which was carved out by glaciers and is encircled by mountains.

  • The Great Northern Brewing Company

    This Central Avenue brewing company is known for suds such as Wheatfish, Buckin' Horse pilsner, and Going to the Sun IPA.

  • Whitefish Mountain Resort

    This ski resort with four terrain parks and 98 trails lays out 3,000 acres of powdered slopes; night skiing is available on certain runs and one terrain park.

  • Tupelo Grille

    This Whitefish eatery specializes in Cajun and southern cuisine, such as shrimp 'n' grits and blackened Costa Rican tilapia.

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The Fine Print

  • Travel must be completed by 6/15/12
  • Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift
  • Limit 1 per visit
  • All cancellations subject to fee up to 1/2 the Groupon price
  • Must be 18 or older to check in
  • Credit card required at booking & check-in
  • Not valid with reward points
  • 8% tax not included
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How To Book

  1. Purchase Groupon.
  2. Call Gaynor Ranch and Resort.
  3. Choose a date prior to 6/15/12.
  4. Mention your Groupon and provide your credit-card info.

Room Details

  • Number and type of beds varies from cabin to cabin
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 6–12, depending on the room
  • Adding occupants above standard: $15 per night for each guest
  • Full kitchen
  • Washer and dryer

Hotel Policies

  • Check in: 3 p.m.
  • Check out: 10 a.m.
  • Parking: free
  • Rollaways: not available
  • Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
  • Pet policy: dogs may be added in designated cabins for an additional $20 for the first pet and $10 for each additional pet per night.
  • Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are available upon request during booking.
  • Room upgrades: not available

What It's Worth

  • $170 for a two-night stay for two in any cabin (up to a $398 value)

Getting There

  • By plane: 20 miles from Glacier Park International Airport (GPI)
  • By cab: about $40 from GPI
  • By car: about 130 miles north of Missoula, Montana

Traveler's Tips

  • Check the winter road conditions and closures before driving into Glacier National Park.
  • Ranger-guided snowshoe walks run only on weekends from January 7 through March 18.
  • Glacier National Park's winter rate of seven-day admission is $15 per car and $10 per person on foot, bicycle, or motorcycle through April 30.