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Stevensville

$1,499,000

Location

ILLNESS FORCES SALE!
Welcome to the Bitterroot Valley of western Montana south of Missoula which is home to the University of Montana and the center of activity for the region. Located in the foothills of the Sapphire Mountains, this log home with acreage is close to the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness and thousands of acres of recreational fly fishing, hiking, horse back riding, and snow skiing. The property is only one hour from the Missoula International Airport. The small western town of Hamilton is 30 minutes south of the home and the town of Stevensville is only 10 minutes to the north for groceries, hardware, and restaurants.

Acreage

This 53.89 acres is diverse with level irrigated pasture, timbered areas, and rolling hills. The acreage has irrigation water rights for approximately 26 acres. The property is fenced and cross fenced and has mild elevation changes that make it interesting and easy to enjoy. The Bitterroot Range is visible for miles and one can see right into the Wilderness. The acreage is described by survey in two parcels – 29.49 acres with the log home, and 24.40 acres with the guest house/shop, barn, and hay barn. See the Price section below for further information about pricing for the home only on 29.49 acres.
Part of this land was used by the previous owner as an airstrip for a small plane. Land use has been for horses and cattle and the property is fenced wisely for stock.

Recreational Opportunities

The property is about 2 miles from a raft access point on the Bitterroot River for fly fishing and river rafting. Across the Valley approximately 5 miles is the access to the Big Creek Trailhead that leads into the Bitterroot National Forest and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. Lost Trail Pass is approximately one hour to the south for snow skiing, cross country skiing, and snow mobile trails. Recreation abounds in the Bitterroot Valley with a high percentage of land in Forest and Wilderness designations.

Fishing:

About 2 miles from good fishing access at Bell Crossing on the Bitterroot River.

Hunting:

Near trailheads into the Selway Wilderness area at Big Creek and Fred Burr.

Forest Service Access:

Just across the Valley - three major trailheads enter the National Forest.

Access

Access to the property is by way of the East Side Hwy south of Stevensville, east on Groff Lane, a County roadway, and then east on Snyder Lane, which is a private gravel roadway that is shared by other land owners. This property is located at the end of the road with two gated entries.

Community

The nearest community is Stevensville. Schools include K-12 with services and parks. The area has about 7,000 residents as a part of the total Ravalli County populations of approximately 40,000 residents. The atmosphere is western and friendly. A more cosmopolitan area is Missoula to the north on Highway 93 about an hour away with University of Montana, big box stores like Walmart and Costco and renowned medical services at St. Pats and Community Hospital. Missoula International Airport service Delta, Allegiant Airlines, United and Horizon Airlines.

Description of the land

The land is fenced for stock and is cross fenced and set up for horses as well. The land is rolling hills and level pastures with a timbered draw below the home featuring a small pond and another timbered draw north of the guest house pasture. Irrigation water is underground with pop up sprinklers in the fenced pasture as well as flood irrigated in another area of the land.

Topography:

The property is fenced and cross-fenced and has mild elevation changes that make it interesting and easy to enjoy. Most of the land is pasture, but there is a small timbered draw and the views from everywhere are nothing short of spectacular! Tall ponderosa pines, green grass and wildflowers define this parcel in the foothills of the Sapphire Mountains.

Livestock Consideration:

There are wonderful buildings on this property for agricultural use. There is an abundance of fencing on this property. Some pastures are fenced with steel post and steel wire. Automatic waterers serve the main pasture as well as the area by the barn. Extensive portable panels are located on the ranch.

Natural Water Resources

The water is provided by ditch to the property by BRID. There are two pumphouses on the ranch. There are lateral pipes to care for the land with a pipe trailer for easy pickup and storage off season. Some of the pastures are flood irrigated.

Improvements

Main Residence:

Main Home: The main home is 4,636 sf and is constructed with 10 inch dimension hand peeled logs from Neville Log Homes of Victor. The home has three levels and is meticulously constructed with quality windows, doors, roofing, etc. The ground source heating system that uses the temperature of the earth as part of the process makes this home very economical to maintain. Lighting includes a custom made elk chandelier in the Great Room with many other touches that add atmosphere to the home.
Main level rooms include: entry, powder room, full bath, guest room, office with balcony, Great Room, dining area, kitchen, laundry and back entry.
Upper level rooms include: Sitting area, upper balcony, master suite with bath
Lower level rooms include: Family room, wine room, large full bath, guest bedroom, storage, entry to lower garage and physical plant room

The rock fireplace burns wood and has a wood lift from the lower garage. The wall of windows offers views of the Bitterroot Range for miles. Log stairways lead to the upper balcony which is an architectural feature of many lodges around Montana. Circular sawn wood flooring was recently installed in the Great Room, entry, dining area, and kitchen.

The kitchen features quality rustic maple cabinets and commercial grade appliances including a propane Viking range. The kitchen is open to the dining area which will easily seat 10. The appointments in the kitchen include a large island, granite counter tops, and lots of storage. There is a pantry in the nearby laundry area which also serves as a back entry to the home off the covered parking area in the front of the home.

Guest House:

The guest house is approximately 1,536 sf and frame construction with cedar siding and a metal roof. This guest house is part of a large shop building that includes over 2,900 sf of finished space including garage bays, wood working shop, hobby rooms, and food storage. Electrical service and propane serve this building in addition to having a separate well, septic system, driveway, and entry from the roadway.
The guest house rooms include a large bedroom with attached bath, and rear exit onto a large deck with wraparound covered porches. The kitchen has hickory cabinetry and lots of space and is open to a small living room with propane fireplace. The stairway leads to 2 addition bedrooms and an open loft.
There is another bath and laundry in the shop area which is heated and has 3 garage bays.

Shop

The shop has multiple bays with extra high ceilings, and lots of storage and divided for convenience. Woodworking shop, root cellar, fly tying area, auto workshop, heated, water service, and 220 electrical service for every need.

Barns and Corrals

Barn
The 40 X 40 barn has a central runway with 4 individual stalls with turn outs. There is water and electrical service in the barn as well as an office and storage.

Hay Barn and Equipment
The hay barn and equipment shed measures 60 X 60 and is an ideal set up for working stock, storing hay and parking tractors and implements.

Riding Arena
The current owners leveled and constructed a 175 X 300 50,000 sf sand arena for working their reining horses.

Wells

Good domestic well plus water rights from BRID

Water Enhancements

There is a lovely pond with a fountain visible from the back deck.

Roads

Gated entry to private gravel roadway.

Land with home

Two stories with a full walk-out basement, the exterior of the log home features rock fireplace, open great room and large kitchen dining area.

Wildlife

Whitetail deer, elk, and mule deer frequent the property.

Timber

Ponderosa pines are the predominant species on this land.

Water Rights

Water rights are filed with the DNRC and are associated with BRID office in Hamilton. Currently, approximately 26 acres is under irrigation. Some apportionment of water rights may be necessary prior to closing. Cost of the water is collected in the Ravalli County taxes annually. There are two pump houses on the property and the owner will complete a stewardship summary to assist the new owner in understanding the care of the land and the use of the irrigation equipment.

Mineral Rights

No mineral search has been conducted on this ranch. It is not likely than any minerals have been reserved as the finding of precious metals in the Bitterroot Valley was not common or profitable.

Easements

The ranch has an electrical easement on record. Beneficial use of the private road is shared with other land owners.

Leases and Permits

No active leases or permits are in place on the ranch.

Utilities and Services

The homes and outbuildings benefit from electricity, phone, and propane service. The ground sources heat pump set up for the main log home make the home very economical to heat and cool. Consult the listing agent for a history of utility use.

Taxes

Taxes for 2010: $6,633.00

Showings

Please contact Jan King – 406 369 4313 or Catherine Lindbeck 406 360 0117 for an appointment to view this property.

Price

$1,499,000

Brokers Comments

Illness forces sale. Owner will consider owner financing with a large down payment to qualified buyers. This home is very well cared for and shows beautifully. This property is not in distressed condition and is not outdated in any way. The property is being offered to two ways: 53.89 acres with the log home and all the buildings for $1,499,000 OR Log home only on 29.49 acres for $1,099,999.

Contact Listing Agent for Exact Legal Description

Contact Jan King at 406-375-8484 or Catherine Lindbeck at 406-360-0117.