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  • Our intimate dining room and pub are in the main lodge with your quiet getaway room is located in the back around the garden.

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  • Inn Details

    Welcome to Laughing Horse Lodge. A true European-style road side inn, the Lodge is ranked number one on TripAdvisor for outstanding hospitality, exceptional dining and value. Nestled between the rugged Swan and Mission Mountain ranges at the southern end of Swan Lake, the Lodge provides a perfect base for exploring Glacier National Park, Jewel Basin, and the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Join your host, Kathleen for world class fly fishing, kayak and paddle boarding, biking, big game hunting, bird watching or just sitting in the garden with a good book and a fine glass of wine. For a day or a week, the Lodge will make your Montana adventure truly memorable.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Avid backcountry hiker, flyfisherman, skier and paddler, Kathleen enjoys all that Montana has to offer. Kathleen is a chef, fine artist and photographer.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Italian


    Number of Cats: 1

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Bird watching

    • Flyfishing

    • Hiking

    • Kayaking & Paddle Board

    • Economical rates

    • Gourmet food

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Private entrance

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

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  • Cozy Queen

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$110

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: Holiday Weekends, minimum stay 2 nights

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit of 50% holds your reservation. At 15 days prior to arrival, the remaining balance will be charged.

    • Cancellations: If cancellation becomes necessary 15 days or more prior to your visit, we will refund your deposit less $10 per night or $20 minimum. If cancellation becomes necessary within 14 days of your arrival, we will apply your deposit to a future visit within one year.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Yes

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Microbrew and wine pub on property

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: No in-room TVs or play area on property

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 5% Days required: 3

    • AARP
      Percent off: 5% Days required: 3

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7am -9am or prior arrangement

    • Serving location: Back deck, garden, Breakfast/dining area, On-site restaurant

    Signature Dish

    Natural Buffalo Ribeye with Huckleberry Coulis
    Montana's finest all natural, aged, free range Buffalo hand-cut at time of order and grilled to perfection and served with our locally famous organic farm greens Lodge salad (no iceburg lettuce in this one!) or one of Kathleen's delicious soups. Also a lovely selection of wild caught fish and natural lamb, pork and chicken. Mostly Organic. Always Fresh. Totally Delicious.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Organic

    • Wheat and Dairy Free

    Additional food services

    • Cooking Classes

    • On or off site catering

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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Village

    City

    • Kalispell

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Located on Highway 83, between mile markers 71 and 72 in Swan Lake, the Lodge is 35 miles from Kalispell, 45 miles from the West Gate at Glacier National Park, and 120 miles from Missoula.

    Airport

    • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Glacier International Airport, turn south on Hwy 2 and continue to the intersection (KMart, Snappy Sport Senter)of Hwy 35. Turn left (east) on Hwy 35 and travel for approximately 15 miles to the intersection of Hwy 83. Turn left on Hwy 83 and travel south approximately 16 miles to the village of Swan Lake. The Lodge is located on the left hand side between milemarkers 71 and 72.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Bob Marshall Wilderness

    • Bigfork Community Theater

    • Swan Mountain Outfitters

    • Eagle Bend Golf Club

    • Jewel Basin

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Horse Back Riding

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    A Very Special Place

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I stayed at LHL for 2 nights while on a weekend road trip to Bigfork, MT. The extra drive out of Bigfork was well worth the miles because what I found was a true Montana jewel (and it wasn't a Yogo Sapphire)! LHL, Kathleen, the dogs (3) and a parrot, the rustic look and feel of the accomodations, the food (incredible), plus the natural surrounding of trees, native plants, metal art sculpture in the garden area exceeded what my imagination concocted before my arrival. Every penny spent on lodging and food at LHL was worth it!! I will go back again.

    A Woman-made Jewel among Natural Jewels

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I love having my expectations dashed--favorably, that is. We came to be in gorgeous nature, hike, and ride horseback. I hoped to have a good breakfast. What we got was all but one thing but a whole host of others at the Laughing Horse Lodge. What we didn't get was a good breakfast. We got a SUPERB one. What's more, we got an incredible hostess. If B&Bs require an outstanding host, Kathleen breaks the mold. She's fun, adventurous, a world-class chef, brilliantly entertaining and 110% dedicated to making your stay memorable. She generously shares local best kept secrets (go to Holland Lake nearby and hike in a mystical, romantic, tug-at-your-heartstrings kind of a place, for example.). If you're willing to be surprised, this is the place to perch. She even serves dinners on certain days, a fact I only realized too late, and therefore I will have to come back! The only time I would suggest you not go there is when you have a need for the luxury pampering (space, chocolate on your bedcovers, jaccuzzi type stuff. You know what I mean). But then, why would go be going to the big sky country at that time anyway?!

    Cozy and Comfortable

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Kathleen makes some of the best food I've ever had. And she is a warm and friendly person. The room was a bit small and closet-less but was fine nevertheless. If I ever get back to Montana I will stay here again.

    Wonderful stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Stayed at Laughing Horse Lodge last September. Very warm friendly place, wonderful food, great atmosphere, great location and good value. Kathleen is a great chef and a pleasant host. Kathleen also accommodated us as vegetarians with superb breakfasts. Rooms could use a little more light and shelves or drawers for storage to stay organized on longer stays but are comfortable and clean. Highly recommended, would stay again without hesitation. Ed and Katrina

    A perfect time in Montana

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We loved our stay at Laughing Horse Lodge. Everything was perfect. The room was so cozy and the food was fantastic. Kathleen, the innkeeper, is the best hostess and chef. Our dog was beside herself with glee as she was able to spend time with two beautiful Goldens, Cooper and Nicki. Our stay was so reaxing and we came away feeling so well. We will be back for a visit soon. The Pearsons

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