Notes from the host
Pineapple Lodge
Welcome to this 7000sf modern Montana home made for large groups and families! Live in the lap of luxury while enjoying both serenity and being close to all nearby activities. Nestled in the Cabinet Mountains, our home sits on 35 acres of wilderness, boasting water and mountain views. Cook a gourmet meal in the expansive chefs kitchen, relax by the extravagant fireplace, bring your boat or snow mobile, have a BBQ on the deck, or play games in the rec room. Come see that there's fun for everyone!
Our home sleeps 25 with 8 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms.
AKA: THE PINEAPPLE LODGE
During your stay, you may notice delightful hints of pineapple decor throughout the property. For years, guests have affectionately nicknamed the home "Pineapple Lodge," a testament to its relaxing Bali-style ambiance and décor. The pineapple motif is a playful nod to this long-standing, beloved nickname and reflects the welcoming and cheerful atmosphere we strive to create for all our visitors.
With a modern European twist, this space offers the best in comfort. It features a kitchen ideal for family cooking, heated marble floors, a stunning handcrafted glass tile bathtub off the master bedroom, an extravagant fireplace in the living room, and a spacious balcony - perfect for a nap, reading a good book, or simply soaking in the incredible views. The property offers ample parking space for your convenience.
REUNIONS, RETREATS, AND INTIMATE WEDDINGS:
Planning a family getaway, work retreat, reunion, or small wedding? The home offers proper space and a large lawn, hosting up to 50 people on the property. Catering services also available.
Tying the knot? Ask about our small and micro wedding event package details.
Please note that all events must be approved.
WATER ACCESS IS JUST STEPS AWAY FROM THE FRONT DOOR!
The Noxon Reservoir is a popular place for swimming, water sports and fishing!
Just across the street, there is a path that leads to the water! Here you will find your own private lakeside beach, perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and fishing during the day. Take in the views from your camp chair, as the sun sets behind the majestic mountains in the evening.
There is a boat ramp across the street for convenient access of your boats and jet skis.
TROUT CREEK ACTIVITIES:
Trout Creek is known for the outdoor enthusiast and family-friendly activities like ATV, boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, hunting, hiking, camping, sightseeing, and more!
BOATING: Bring your boat (or rent one locally) to enjoy fun summer days on the Noxon Reservoir. The boat ramp is just across the street!
HIKING: Trout Creek has a plethora of nearby hiking trails!
SKIING/SNOWSHOEING: In the winter months, you can ski/snowshoe from your front doorstep! Downhill skiing and snow tubing is available at the nearby Schweitzer Ski Mountain, where you will also find fun summertime activities as well.
ATV/SNOWMOBILE: Bring your ATV or Snowmobile (or rent one locally)! You will find endless snowmobile trails for your winter activities and ATV trails for summer.
FISHING: Fish some of the most scenic water for perch, northern pike, walleye, and trout. The area is very popular for ice fishing too! Join us April-September for our popular bass fishing tournaments.
HUNTING: Located in hunting district 121, the area is known for hunting trophy elk, deer, bear, big horn sheep and moose.
HUCKLEBERRY HAVEN: Trout Creek is the huckleberry capital of Montana and hosts the biggest celebration of huckleberries in the state.
HERE'S THE LODGE LAYOUT:
TOP FLOOR/3rd FLOOR (MASTER SUITE):
•Bedroom 1: King bed
•Master bathroom with double sinks, bidet, extravagant glass tile bathtub, and waterfall shower.
•TV at base of bed.
•Top floor also consists of a massage room, and two extra large walk-in closets.
MAIN LEVEL:
•A chef's dream Kitchen: Fully stocked with cookware, serving dishes, utensils for 30+ people. Double ovens, restaurant-style gas stove, commercial full-sized refrigerator and freezer, drinks refrigerator two luxurious islands with sinks, spacious countertops, dishwasher, and multiple coffee machines (so nobody runs out of caffeine on vacation)
•Half Bathroom off the kitchen
•Bedroom 2 with King size bed and Jack & Jill bathroom with shower, double sink, and heated marble floor. Connecting to:
•Bedroom 3 with two Queen beds
•Living Room - off the dining room with large couch in front of the extravagant wood-burning fireplace
•Sliding glass doors in living room lead you outside to the large balcony with gas grill, outdoor dining table, lounging furniture, and beautiful views
•Dining room off the kitchen with table and chairs that seats 10-12 people
• TV with Roku
• Desk table with seating
DOWNSTAIRS:
•Daylight basement with entertainment room (with 2 couches that transition into twin beds)
•Laundry room with washer and dryer
•1 full Jack & Jill bathroom with shower, attached to:
•Bedroom 4 (king bed) - TV
•Bedroom 5 (queen bed)
•Bedroom 6 (full bed)
•Bedroom 7 with two bunkbeds (2 twin and 2 full beds).
•TV with Roku
•Wet bar
•Fuse ball, ping pong table, board games, toys
•Glass doors that lead outside to the covered patio and back yard
GUEST HOUSE:
•Bedroom 8 is a studio with one King bed, one bunk bed (twin mattress on top & double mattress on bottom), one couch that transitions into a twin bed
•Full kitchen
•Full bathroom with shower
•Washer and dryer
•Gas fire place
•Balcony with outdoor dining
*Note: The guest house is accessed via exterior staircase. However, for a more. . . intimate connection to the main house, there's a second, rather unique entry point: through the master bedroom shower! It's a quirky feature, a bit like stepping through a secret passage, connecting the two spaces in a way only this house could offer. Just a heads-up about the slightly unconventional route!*
OUTDOOR FUN:
•Bring your lawn games to play in the large yard or your sleds for some fun in the snow!
***Need more space to accommodate 1-3 more guests? Consider also renting our charming honeymoon cabin on the same property as the lodge! Perfect for a couple wanting some extra privacy.
This cozy cabin features:
• Queen bed
• Couch that turns into a twin bed
• Full bathroom
• Heat & AC
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Small porch
• TV with Roku ***
LOCATION:
Trout Creek is located on MT Highway 200, 100 miles west of Missoula, MT; 60 miles east of Sandpoint, ID; 140 miles east of Spokane, WA. Elevation 2,372. It is 20 miles west of Thompson Falls, MT and sits on the shores of the 35 mile long Noxon Reservoir of the Clark Fork River.
WHERE TO FLY INTO:
•Missoula, Montana airport (2 hour drive)
•Glacier Park International Airport (2.5 hour drive)
•Spokane International Airport (2.5 hour drive)
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
• Trout Creek (under 10 min drive) - "The Local Store" offers a variety of groceries, wine/beer
• Local Dining: Lakeside Restaurant, Wayside Bar & Lounge, and Naughty Pine Restaurant within 10 minutes. Wayside Bar & Grill is our personal favorite, known for their great burgers, fish & chips, and local beer/wine selection!
• Quinn's Hot Springs (1 hour drive) - Get tickets in advance! Terrific hot springs with multiple pools overlooking beautiful scenery. There's also a cold pool, poolside bar, and a great restaurant.
• Wild Horse Hot Springs (1.5 hour drive) - a quirky hot springs with a sushi food truck. BYOB.
• Ross Creek Cedars - Kootenai National Forest (30-45 min drive) - Hiking trails around forest of large cedar trees
• Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge (1 hour drive)
• Fishing & Boating at Noxon Reservoir (just down the road)
• Skiing & hiking at Schweitzer Mountain Resort (1 hour drive)
• Glacier National Park (3 hour drive)
• Triangle Pond (10 min drive) – great for swimming & fishing
• Thompson Falls (25 min drive) – additional restaurants & shops.
• Thompson Falls High Bridge (25 min drive) - hiking trail around Island Park and views over the Clark Fork River
• Coeur d'Alene, Missoula, Kalispell, and Spokane have Costco.
GUEST ACCESS:
You’ll have access to the entire home
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
• You may experience a lack of cellular service on the property, however we do have WIFI. This is the perfect opportunity to take a break from the constant distractions of everyday life and truly unwind. Whether you choose to relax, read a book, or even catch up on some work in a peaceful setting, the choice is yours. Embrace the chance to disconnect and recharge in this serene environment.
• Firewood for the fireplace can be purchased in Trout Creek.
• Traveling in this area means enjoying picturesque drives wherever you go, with no traffic to slow you down. Just remember, during the winter months, 4-wheel drive might be necessary to navigate through snow and ice. But don't worry, the stunning views will make it all worth it!
• Please inquire if interested in any extra services, such as catering, cooking, grocery shopping (have your groceries prepared in house for you upon arrival), additional/mid-week cleaning, etc.
