A DELIGHTFUL SAILOR'S HOME

 
 
 
Somers house rental - 103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock
103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock
 
Somers house rental - 103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock

103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock

Sunrise from our hot tub - Flathead Lake

Sunrise from our hot tub - Flathead Lake

Our living room with a custom tile gas fireplace

Our living room with a custom tile gas fireplace

Dining area with kitchen in back ground

Dining area with kitchen in back ground

Master suite.

Master suite.

The Royal Bathroom on the upper floor

The Royal Bathroom on the upper floor

Kids love this room with their own boat bed that has a lower single pull out.

Kids love this room with their own boat bed that has a lower single pull out.

Our roomy kitchen is a delight to cook in

Our roomy kitchen is a delight to cook in

Children feel secure on our kid friendly beach.

Children feel secure on our kid friendly beach.

A corner of the spacious family room

A corner of the spacious family room

Guests enjoying our hot tub

Guests enjoying our hot tub

Patti kayaking to one of our many lake islands

Patti kayaking to one of our many lake islands

The "Crows Nest" with 180 degree lake view from the 3rd floor

The "Crows Nest" with 180 degree lake view from the 3rd floor

Our warm and inviting entry

Our warm and inviting entry

Osprey fishing off our beach

Osprey fishing off our beach

The Beach bathroom

The Beach bathroom

Checking the lake out

Checking the lake out

The Power Room mirror is made from shells we collected from around the world.

The Power Room mirror is made from shells we collected from around the world.

A peek into the Laundry Room

A peek into the Laundry Room

The Master Bedroom

The Master Bedroom

Kids love tubing in front of our home

Kids love tubing in front of our home

Picking the famous Flathead Lake cherries

Picking the famous Flathead Lake cherries

Fall colors from the Master Bedroom

Fall colors from the Master Bedroom

Our lake home with 103 feet of water frontage

Our lake home with 103 feet of water frontage

Per week (USD) $3,850
  • Bedrooms5
  • Sleeps9
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay 7 nights

Photos and Description of the Somers vacation house rental
5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, 9 sleeps

Right on the water, what more can you ask!

Our sailing and ocean background has heavily influenced the design and construction of our 3061 square foot home. It has a very coastal and nautical feel with painted open beam ceilings, painted tongue and groove wood plank walls, and Brazilian cherry wood floors. Almost every room has a gorgeous view of the lake and the home is decorated with our mementos from around the world. The kitchen has custom knotty pine cabinets plus granite countertops and a lovely viewing area that is perfect for your first cup of coffee. The master suite and elegant travertine tiled bathroom are on the main floor next to a smaller bedroom and bath perfect for children. The living room has a hand crafted tile gas fireplace. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a striking bathroom with a large soaking tub and tiled shower. There is a very spacious family room where you can play games or watch a movie. The fifth bed room is on the third floor, aptly named, “The Crow's Nest”, where the view is spectacular. The deck has two levels, one for barbequing and outside dining, the other for lounging and soaking in the hot tub. We have a nice dock for your boat and two stable kayaks to tour the lake.

Our home was designed and built by us, Robin and Patti Graham, home builders and author of the books “Dove” and “Home is the Sailor”. We are now offering our home as a weekly rental while we do some more traveling and enjoy our grandkids.

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About Robin or Patti Graham

After a 5 year epic voyage of sailing a small boat around the world and writing the books “Dove” and “The Boy Who Sailed Around The World Alone”, Patti and I left the west coast of California forty two years ago to ride the wave of the “Back to the Land Movement” in Montana. We bought a quarter section of mountain top for $95 dollars an acre, built our log home, grew our own food and raised the gamut of farm critters. We also wrote about our struggles of growing in the Christian faith and our experiences of trying to live simply in “Home is the Sailor”. After 32 years we were missing the water so in 2003 we bought an older cabin on Flathead Lake. After spending our first night there we never spent another at the ranch and have never once looked back. We had come home. Two years later we built and moved into our dream home next door to our lovely historic cabin. After we had a couple of wonderful family “VRBO” vacations in Mexico we decided to list our lake cabin as a VRBO rental. It was a great experience. But as time goes on the wanderlust was creeping back and we wanted to do some more traveling. We sold our lake cabin, built nearby a wonderful 3750 sq. ft. “VRBO” yearly rental, 'Bella Vista', on the hillside overlooking Somers Bay and now are offering our personal home, 'A Delightful Sailor's Home', as a VRBO summer rental, as we come and go.

We hope you will enjoy the Flathead Valley as much as we do.

Robin or Patti Graham purchased this house in 2003
Why Robin or Patti Graham chose Somers

Our home in Somers is nestled on the northwest side of beautiful Flathead Lake. Flathead Lake is 28 miles long and up to 15 miles wide. The lake’s sparkling waters and miles of tree-lined shore offer unlimited recreational opportunities and wildlife habitat. Overlooking it all are the magnificent Swan and Mission Mountain ranges.

A mile away along the paved walking and bike path is Somers Bay Café, serving great breakfasts and lunches. A 5 minute drive south to Lakeside is the Tamarack Brewing Company, a fun spot to relax and have a great meal and handcrafted ales.

Located 8 miles south of Kalispell, our community is the destination spot for locals as well as tourists. All four seasons, Somers offers something for everyone. Ski the slopes of Blacktail Mountain (only 30 minutes away) to sailing and boating majestic Flathead Lake. We are 30 minutes from Glacier Park International Airport and only 45 minutes from the magnificent Glacier National Park and Whitefish Mountain Resort (Big Mountain).

Whether you are looking to relax or to play we have it all. Enjoy water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, kayaking, swimming or fishing right off our private dock or just unwind inside and catch a movie in our comfy home or just observe the spectacular lake views. Just a quick 10 minute drive away you will also find Eagle Bend Golf Club, one of the best courses in the Northwest. Other areas of interest include the Bigfork Playhouse, Glacier Symphony and Chorale, and the Hockaday Museum of Art.

Somers house rental - 103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock

103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock

Sunrise from our hot tub - Flathead Lake

Sunrise from our hot tub - Flathead Lake

Our living room with a custom tile gas fireplace

Our living room with a custom tile gas fireplace

Dining area with kitchen in back ground

Dining area with kitchen in back ground

Master suite.

Master suite.

The Royal Bathroom on the upper floor

The Royal Bathroom on the upper floor

Kids love this room with their own boat bed that has a lower single pull out.

Kids love this room with their own boat bed that has a lower single pull out.

Our roomy kitchen is a delight to cook in

Our roomy kitchen is a delight to cook in

Children feel secure on our kid friendly beach.

Children feel secure on our kid friendly beach.

A corner of the spacious family room

A corner of the spacious family room

Guests enjoying our hot tub

Guests enjoying our hot tub

Patti kayaking to one of our many lake islands

Patti kayaking to one of our many lake islands

The "Crows Nest" with 180 degree lake view from the 3rd floor

The "Crows Nest" with 180 degree lake view from the 3rd floor

Our warm and inviting entry

Our warm and inviting entry

Osprey fishing off our beach

Osprey fishing off our beach

The Beach bathroom

The Beach bathroom

Checking the lake out

Checking the lake out

The Power Room mirror is made from shells we collected from around the world.

The Power Room mirror is made from shells we collected from around the world.

A peek into the Laundry Room

A peek into the Laundry Room

The Master Bedroom

The Master Bedroom

Kids love tubing in front of our home

Kids love tubing in front of our home

Picking the famous Flathead Lake cherries

Picking the famous Flathead Lake cherries

Fall colors from the Master Bedroom

Fall colors from the Master Bedroom

Our lake home with 103 feet of water frontage

Our lake home with 103 feet of water frontage

Nearest Airport : Glacier Park International at 19 Miles
Nearest Train : Whitefish Train Station at 24 Miles
Nearest Ski : Blacktail Ski Resort at 18 Miles
Nearest Golf : Bigfork at 8 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Somers has 3 at 1 Miles
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Changeover Day: saturday

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Somers, Montana

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Base Rate
$3,850
7 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

$1000 Deposit to reserve booking.
50% Payment due 60 days prior, with balance due 30 days prior to check-in.
We accept personal checks and Visa and Master credit cards.
Fees And Taxes Montana Lodging Tax Rate: 7.0%
Cleaning fee: $300.
Check-in 4pm, Check-out 10am. Exceptions allowed.
Only available June, July, August, and September of every year.
Changeover Day; Saturday to Saturday

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Somers, Montana

Property Type:
  • house
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 3061 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Lake View ...
    Flathead Lake & islands in Somers Bay and the magnificent Swan and Mission Mountains
  • Lakefront ...
    103' of private lake frontage with a nice hefty crib dock to swim off or to tie up your boat
  • Mountain View
Theme:
  • Sports & Activities
  • Family
  • Luxury
  • Romantic
General:
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Garage
  • Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Alarm Clock
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Basic Soaps
  • Hair Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washing Machine
  • Towels Provided
  • Parking
  • Shampoo
  • Wireless Internet
Kitchen:
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    A well-stocked kitchen for cooking all of your favorite meals
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Coffee Maker
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Child's Highchair
  • seating for 11 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Master Bathroom - toilet , shower , All tiled in beautiful travertine
    The Beach Bathroom - toilet , shower , A handicap tiled shower with an extra hand sprayer
    Powder Room -
    The Royal Bath - toilet , tub , shower , All in beautiful light blue tile with glass trim
Bedrooms:
  • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9
  • The Crow’s Nest - 1 queen , Commanding views of the lake
    The Wicker Room - 1 queen , The upstairs master suite with walk-in closet
    The Boat Room - 2 twin/ single , Kids love the 'Pottery Barn' boat bed
    Master Bedroom - 1 queen , The large master displays tranquil views of the lake
    The Beach Room - 1 twin/ single , 1 baby crib , Downstairs near master with its own private bath
Entertainment:
  • Game Room
  • Video Library
  • Television
  • Books
  • Toys ...
    Younger ones love our small toy closet under the stairs, off the living room.
  • Games for Kids
  • Radio
  • DVD Player
  • VCR
  • Books for Kids
  • Satellite / Cable
Outside:
  • Beach Towels
  • Wood Deck
  • Beach Chairs
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Teak table and chairs with umbrella
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    Two very stable Kayaks for paddling around the Islands
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Binoculars
  • Boat Dock
  • Patio
Suitability:
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • children welcome ...
    Kids love playing for hours on the beach, dock, and in the water. Younger ones love our small toy closet under the stairs, off the living room.
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    Easy to get around from driveway to the main floor and outside dining area. Call for more details
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
Pool / Spa:
  • Hot Tub
Attractions:
  • museums
  • cinemas
  • live theater
Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives
  • bird watching
Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • medical services
  • massage therapist
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • water skiing
  • skiing
  • hiking
  • cycling
  • hunting small game
  • wind-surfing
  • sailing
  • jet skiing
  • rafting
  • hunting big game
  • swimming
  • fly fishing
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering
  • golf
  • whitewater rafting
  • fishing
  • mountain climbing
  • equestrian events

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Somers, Montana

A Delightful Sailor's Home
average rating of 5.0 based on 11 reviews
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A Delightful Sailor's Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962817
+1 406 8572461
Somers Flathead Lake
Calgary, Alberta
5

Perfect Summer Vacation Rental for a Family Holiday

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Aug 27, 2012
  • Stayed: Aug 2012
This was my family’s first visit to this beautiful home, and I certainly hope it will not be our last. My wife and I along with our three kids (4 and 2.5 year old twins) were joined by my sister and her three children (10, 8 and 6). The home comfortably accommodated our two families by providing sufficient space to gather together or to enjoy private time.

The VRBO listing is 100% accurate, yet it still fails to describe how beautiful this property is. From the moment you make your way down the driveway, you are enveloped by the thoughtful design and masterful craftsmanship of this lakeside retreat. The landscaping, decks, gardens and outdoor furnishings beckon you to take a load off. The interior layout and furnishings are spacious yet cozy. The dock offered safe mooring for our boat and provided a perfect breakwater for the gradual-entry beach where our young children enjoyed crystal clean Flathead Lake.

Feel free to bring your own toys, but Patti and Robin are very generous in sharing the toys they have gathered on behalf of their own grandchildren.

The hot tub was a spectacular place to soothe the post-waterski aches, and the kayaks were a welcome peaceful alternative to motoring. My only request would be the addition of a swim ladder to the end of the dock – other than that, this place is absolutely perfect.

No details were missed in the design and furnishing of this incredible home. It is, quite frankly, the perfect place from which to explore Flathead Lake.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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A Delightful Sailor's Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962817
+1 406 8572461
Somers Flathead Lake
Auburn, Washington
5

Beautiful home - perfect location on an amazing lake.

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Aug 13, 2012
  • Stayed: Aug 2012
This is the second year we have stayed at Robin and Patti's home and are already counting down the days till we will be back again next year with our kids and grandkids. After staying at a few different spots on the lake and seeing other properties, we have decided that this is the perfect property for us and our family. Robin and Patti have been wonderful to work with and provide a first rate vacation experience. There is a great launch about two blocks away and their dock is perfect. Enjoying water sports or boating to restaurants never gets old. The kayaks and other water toys provide lots of options if you don't have a boat, and the sightseeing from their decks (or hottub) is truly remarkable.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
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A Delightful Sailor's Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962817
+1 406 8572461
Somers Flathead Lake
Joplin, Montana
5

Montana Farm Family

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 23, 2012
  • Stayed: Jul 2012
Close your eyes and picture you and your loved ones surrounded by the true beauty of nature, home and family. All of the above and a peace-filled time awaits you at this lovely VRBO rental home. You will not be disappointed. It's all there at your fingertips along with the tender care of the owners. The home is close to all the comforts of home and the call to explore. We could not have asked for more.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
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A Delightful Sailor's Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962817
+1 406 8572461
Somers Flathead Lake
Winston-Salem, NC
5

Wonderful week at the lake

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 11, 2012
  • Stayed: Jun 2012
Our family of 5 plus grandparents enjoyed a week at Flathead Lake. We loved the house! The views were spectacular. The home was very comfortable and provided a great place to relax for the week. Robin and Patti were nearby and able to answer any questions quickly. Several of us read Robin's book, Dove, while we were there! It is the nicest vacation home we have ever stayed in! I highly recommend it! On our last night there, my husband of 23 years and I renewed our wedding vows on the shores of the lake (at the house) and then had a celebration dinner of grilled steaks. It would have been difficult -- if not impossible -- to have found a more perfect setting! We also loved the kayaks and hot tub!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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A Delightful Sailor's Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962817
+1 406 8572461
Somers Flathead Lake
California
5

Meticulously crafted home- perfect family getaway

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 10, 2012
  • Stayed: Jun 2012
We had 4 adults and two young children stay at this beatiful home. The design of the home was fantastic giving everyone there own private space and room to spread out. The grass and docks were where we spent most of our time gazing out at the beauty of the lake. We also took advantage of the two very nice kayaks which we used every morning and every evening to cruise around the lake and explore the close islands that had osprey nests and osprey flying around. The kids loved it.
The spacious upstairs living room/play room was a hit with the kids. Chests full of toys which kept the kids entertained on a rainy day or two.
All of the details and amenities throughout the home were very high-end; bathroom, kitchens, beautiful hardwood floors, wonderfully decorated with nautical theme throughout. Fantastic hot tub on the deck overlooking the lake was where the family spent the evenings laughing and conversing.

Overall, our experience in the home was fantastic. We would recommend it to others.
Thanks Robin and Patti
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/2
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