Montana
See Inside A $2.4 Million Treehouse-Style Home In The Wild Heart Of Montana
The Swan River flows into Flathead Lake at Bigfork, Montana.
Nationwide Parks RealtyThere’s quite a bit that’s large concerning the northwestern Montana city of Bigfork, beginning with its wild waterways. The 95-mile Swan River churns by means of the city and empties into Flathead Lake, one of many largest freshwater lakes within the West.
It’s an out of doors lover’s paradise, with out being too distant. The identical is true of the three,040-square-foot home inbuilt 2008 at 214 River St. On one aspect, you thrill to the push of the Swan River’s “wild mile”; on the opposite, you might be steps away from eating places and artwork galleries in downtown Bigfork. By the way in which, the wild mile nickname refers back to the frenetic and difficult Class IV stretch of the Swan River that’s the star of the city’s annual whitewater competition in Might.
Vertical board cladding and shingled higher tales add to the outside allure of the residence.
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The home comes with a uncommon amenity: a ship slip (No. 32) on Flathead Lake, which is sort of 28 miles lengthy and 15 miles extensive in locations. You may boat out to hike round Wild Horse Island State Park, which hosts feral horses on its 2,100 acres.
The property additionally has room so as to add a further residence or out of doors dwelling house on a buildable entrance lot.
The steps comes with a payoff: scenic views.
Nationwide Parks RealtyThe trilevel residence with three bedrooms and three.5 bogs is treehouse-style, which means you see the river and timber as you climb up the winding wood staircase (or take the elevator). The proper purchaser? Somebody searching for “a straightforward escape, a come-and-go property for each season however particularly in summertime,” says itemizing agent Bret Richmond of Nationwide Parks Realty.
Uncovered brick on the partitions and ground on the entry stage result in an off-the-cuff den and bed room. Modern wood flooring and large home windows on the subsequent stage observe an open-plan design. The kitchen flows seamlessly to the lounge, anchored by a stone hearth, and eating space.
Wooden and stone lend the interiors a country modern vibe.
The spacious exterior deck overlooks the river, with loads of room for lounging and entertaining. The first bed room comes with a toilet that includes a stand-alone soaking tub. Rise one other ground to discover a media room plus a bed room outfitted with bunk beds. The home additionally has heated flooring and a full laundry room.
In summer time, alternatives abound to hike in Jewel Basin about 15 miles away or Glacier Nationwide Park, simply 40 miles north of Bigfork. Fly fishing throughout prime ranges on the Swan River, whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking and paddleboarding on the lake are additionally fashionable. In winter, you’ll discover locations to snowshoe, cross-country ski and canine sled in Bigfork.
Heavy ceiling beams and an alcove create visible curiosity in one of many residence’s three bedrooms.
The property is listed for $2.4 million, together with most furnishings. Bret Richmond of Nationwide Parks Realty is the itemizing agent.
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