Guest Info
Welcome to Samaa Retreat Center
Samaa Retreat Center is secluded on 10 wooded acres less than 10 minutes from the quaint village of Bigfork, Montana. Nestled between Flathead Lake and the Swan and Mission Mountain ranges we are surrounded by an abundance of beauty, wildlife and grand big sky views. There is no place like Montana.
Access to Swan River, Swan Lake, Flathead Lake, Jewel Basin hiking, Glacier National Park, Whitefish Ski Resort, Blacktail Ski Resort and much more are within 10-40 minutes from the property.
Our smoke-free clean, themed rooms create a warm and inviting atmosphere. King and Queen size pillow-top beds provide the best nights sleep you’ll ever experience away from home. All 5 rooms have private baths, 2 with Sani-Jet jacuzzi tubs and showers, 2 with soaking tubs and showers, 1 with shower only.
Health Precautions:
Nightly room rentals require a 24hr break for housekeeping and sanitation between guests.
Please be a safe and responsible guest assuring you self quarantined 10 days prior to arrival, we thank you.
Entire Center Rentals
Rentals for the entire home (5 rooms for total of 10 guests) for local weddings or family reunions, any reason, are also available. Or – hold your retreat in this beautiful space! Contact us to discuss full center rentals.
Check-In:
Any time after 4 PM with a confirmed reservation, use the Welcome board to follow directions to your reserved room / your name is printed UNDER THE ASSIGNED ROOM !!
Walkups must arrive before 8 PM.
Check-Out:
Check-Out is no later than 11:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
A 50% deposit is automatically taken upon reservation. If your travel plans change and you must cancel your reservation, please notify us at least 14 (fourteen) days prior to your arrival date to cancel your reservation. There is a $25 service charge per room for cancellations or changes in your arrival plans 14 days or more in advance. In the unlikely event that you must cancel with less than fourteen (14) days notice, shorten your stay or check out early, please understand that you are responsible for your entire reservation. If we can rebook your room(s), a full or partial refund may be made.
Rates/policies are subject to change and vary during high impact periods and special requests. A 30-day cancellation notice and a 50% advanced payment are required on WHOLE house bookings, some multiple room bookings and for some holidays and special events.
Meals are NOT included at this rental lodge. Extended monthly rental in the off-season may be offered as a monthly rental agreement. Inquire to discuss the many rates and rental options that are open to meet your lodging needs.
Smoking:
Absolutely no smoking is allowed inside; however designated outdoor smoking areas are available.
Pets:
Please note there is one friendly dog on the premises – Teddy – and we don’t allow any other pets at the Inn.
Children:
The retreat center is a place for rest and relaxation. You may not find it conducive for young children nor are discounts available, as prices are set per person. Items lost, broken, or stained will incur an additional fee after checkout.
Damages:
Damages or excessive housekeeping will incur an additional fee at checkout. If the room cannot be rented the same day that you check out, a one (1) day fee will apply until the situation is resolved and available to rent. Please consider how lovely and clean the room was when you arrived. It should be in the same condition when you leave.
Directions:
- Directions
- From Missoula
- From Glacier Airport (FCA)
- From Kalispell or Whitefish
- From Glacier National Park
311 Aero Lane Bigfork, Montana 59911
The Samaa Retreat Center is 3.5 miles from quaint downtown Bigfork and Flathead Lake and 45 minutes from the west entrance to Glacier National Park.
We recommend calling 511 for any road construction that could cause delays.
You’ll see that 93N seems the most direct from MISSOULA however 83N is the most scenic—to get to Hwy 83N, take Interstate 90E from Missoula, exit 109 (Bonner/Great Falls) to Hwy 200E, turn left on 83N towards Seeley Lake and Swan Lake for a scenic drive.
Once you pass Swan Lake, turn left on 209. Watch for the blinking light at N. Ferndale and Ferndale Firehall – you’ll also see our sign on the right side. Turn right onto N. Ferndale, drive 1 block, turn right onto Aero Lane (you’ll see our Lotus / Buddha sign here). Go straight down Aero Lane, do not turn left, and continue to 311 Aero Lane.
OTHERWISE from 93N:
Drive up from Missoula to Polson, the south end of Flathead lake—turn right onto 35N and drive about 30 miles North to Jct. 209 blinking light. Turn right, drive 3.3 miles to the next blinking light at N. Ferndale and Ferndale Firehall – you’ll also see our Samaa Retreat Center sign on the left side of the road. Turn left onto N. Ferndale, drive 1 block, turn right onto Aero Lane (you’ll see our Lotus / Buddha sign here). Drive straight down Aero Lane, do not turn left, until you reach 311 Aero Lane.
Turn right out of the airport on Rte. 2. Drive 6.5 miles. Turn left on 35 South (4-way intersection). Drive 20 miles South towards Bigfork. Go over the bridge past the 4-way lighted intersection that says “Bigfork Village.” Look for blinking lights and turn left on Jct. 209 Swan / Seeley Lake. Drive 3.3 miles to N. Ferndale Rd. You’ll see our Samaa Retreat Center Sign on the left side of the road.
Turn left at the blinking light, drive 1 block, turn right onto Aero Lane (you’ll see our Lotus / Buddha sign here.) Drive straight down Aero Lane, do not turn left, and continue to 311 Aero Lane.
Take 93 South to 82 East (Bigfork sign) turn left. Go to the end of 82, about 6 miles. Turn right on 35 South. Drive about 4 miles, turn left on Jct. 209E. Drive 3.3 miles to N. Ferndale – you’ll see our Samaa Retreat Center sign on the left side of the road. Turn left at the blinking light.
Drive 1 block, turn right onto Aero Lane (you’ll see our Lotus / Buddha sign here), and drive straight down Aero Lane. Continue straight, do not turn, until you arrive at 311 Aero Lane.
Exit the park on Rte 2, drive 15 miles to the Intersection 206 East, turn left at the light. Drive 10 miles to the end, turn left on Hwy 35 South. Drive south on 35 (14 miles) PAST the left turn for downtown Bigfork Village going over the bridge with the lake on your right and the bay on your left. Take a left onto Hwy 209.
Drive 3.3 miles to N. Ferndale – you’ll see our Samaa Retreat Center sign on the left side of the road. Turn left at the blinking light.
Drive 1 block, turn right onto Aero Lane (you’ll see our Lotus / Buddha sign here), and drive straight down Aero Lane. Continue straight, do not turn, until you arrive at 311 Aero Lane.
View of Mount Aeneas
Larch trees in the fall
Jewel Basin Overlook
Samaa Retreat Center
311 Aero Lane Bigfork MT 59911
Phone: (406) 420-2827
Email: info@samaaretreat.com
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