Estate Management in Montana
Most property services are built around occupancy. Glacier Nest is built around stewardship. We manage a small number of high-value homes with the kind of attention, vigilance, and care that a part-time resident deserves — and rarely finds.
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Stewardship, Not Rentals
We’re not a short-term rental company. We don’t book nightly stays or fill calendars. We watch over homes — monitoring, maintaining, and protecting them between your visits.
Estate Management
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Built for Referral Partners
Builders, realtors, and architects trust us with their clients’ homes because we protect their reputations as much as the properties themselves. When you refer Glacier Nest, you’re referring someone who won’t let you down.
Professional Network
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Rooted in Montana
We’re local, and we know what that means in the Flathead Valley. We understand the landscape, the seasons, and the contractors worth trusting. Our presence is consistent — not seasonal.
Local Expertise
The trusted estate management partner for high-value homes in mountain markets.
“Someone is paying attention.”
We take on a limited number of properties. That’s intentional. Each home in our care receives consistent, documented attention — scheduled check-ins, seasonal maintenance coordination, vendor oversight, and direct communication with you. Nothing is delegated to an algorithm or a call center.
That’s what our clients tell their friends when they refer us. It’s the simplest way to describe what we do — and the standard we hold ourselves to, every visit.
Our Process
Initial Evaluation
We perform a deep-dive audit of your property to identify specific maintenance needs and establish a custom management protocol for excellence.
Seamless Oversight
Our team provides consistent reporting and proactive maintenance, ensuring that potential issues are resolved before they ever become problems.
Worry-Free ACCESSIBILTY
Relax knowing that your estate is being managed by professionals. We provide regular updates so you can focus on what matters most.
About Glacier Nest
We founded Glacier Nest because we saw a gap: homeowners with significant investments in the Flathead Valley had very few options that prioritized care over occupancy. We’re filling that gap — quietly, deliberately, and with deep respect for every estate we manage.
Alex's background managing private estates in Jackson, Wyoming; paired with his experience as a guide in Glacier and Grant Teton National Parks, shaped a service style defined by discretion, precision, and a deep respect for the natural environment. His approach is anticipatory, detail-driven, and rooted in delivering a seamless client experience. Tawnya's background as a healthcare executive and extensive nonprofit volunteer work, reflect a longstanding commitment to care, organization, and community. Her perspective ensures each home-and each client-is supported with thoughtfulness and intention.
Details Matter
Basecamp
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Scheduled home checks (bi-weekly)
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Digital inspection reports with photos
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Vendor coordination for maintenance & repairs
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Emergency response coordination
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Mail and package management
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Seasonal readiness (winterization / opening)
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Key holding and access management
Foundational care, always ready
Alpine
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Everything in Basecamp
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Weekly home checks
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Priority vendor scheduling
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Pre-arrival home preparation (heat, lights, essentials)
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Post-departure reset and inspection
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Inventory tracking (household supplies, owner items)
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Weather monitoring with proactive response
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Small project coordination
Elevated care wtih hands-on coordination
Summit
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Everything in Alpine
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Dedicated property manager
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Customized home management plan
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Concierge services (grocery stocking, reservations, etc.)
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Large project oversight (renovations, furnishing)
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Smart home monitoring & optimization
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Routine deep clean coordination + quality checks
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Annual property report with recommendations
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On-demand property visits
Complete, white-glove home management