Montana Dreams Magazine February 2012

MONTANA DREAMS Vol. 8 February 2012

D r ea m p r o p er ti es ● D ream Desti nati ons

Complimentary

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THE NATIONAL FINALS

RACES Page 8

WHITEFISH

Winter CARNIvAL Page 18

THOMPSON

FALLS montana Page 28

See Cover Property On Page 6

Cover Property Courtesy Of: ®

Gold Country 406.531.7590 Barbara Christ Broker-Owner

BILLINGS • BOZEMAN • RED LODGE • LIvINGStON • BIG tIMBER • COLuMBuS MISSOuLA • BIttERROOt vALLEy • FLAthEAD LAkE • kALISPELL • WhItEFISh

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Bobbi J. Lockhart

(406) 880-0117 - Cell ● (406) 363-9800 - Office Broker Owner Suite 101 at the Mill - 140 Cherry St. • Hamilton, MT 59840

brokerbob@cybernet1.com • www.diamondbarsland.com

Arow Hill 6 bedrooms - 5.5 baths - 7,368 square foot home - 2.22 acres – Quality custom log home with massive rock fireplace and amazing mountain views. This beautiful home consists of attached triple-car garage, heated master bath floor, interior and exterior surround sound through out, unfinished basement with game room, central vacuum, underground sprinklers and drip system, pool, wired for hot tub.

Kitchen includes warming drawer and garbage compactor.

Must see to believe. Call today for more information.

MLS# 51646 $1,490,000

Moose Hollow Road Custom all the way! This beautiful 3 bd, 3.5 ba, 8000 +/- sq ft home is situated on 41 +/- acres fenced for livestock. Property contains a 2 bd, 1 ba guest house, 3 wells, 3 septics, large 4 stall barn, hay barn, riding arena, detached garage/shop and numerous lean-to’s. Come sit by the pond and enjoy the magnificent mountain views! MLS# 51059 $1,850,000

Bitterroot ViStA Ranch Stunning Rocky Mountain Log Home Ranch on 37 +/- acres.

Furnished. Productive ag land, bench site with 360 deg views.

Set back from road for privacy.

Master suite in south wing is unique and expansive. Hundreds of sq. ft. of decks, patios, porch, fireplace seating. Lots of glass. 3 bedrooms each with private loft. Large downstairs living area. Barn, corrals, fencing, irrigation. MLS # 45493 | HAE

Skalkaho Ranch Secluded and scenic 273 +/acre property includes plentiful wildlife, trout pond and spectacular views. Currently used commercially but perfect for private use. Consists of 5000+/- sq. ft., sleeps 15, and professional kitchen. Rolling hills, amazing building sites with 360 degree bitterroot and sapphire mountain range views. May be subdivided. Property has several outbuildings and is perfect for horses. MLS # 50115 $2,250,000

Willow Creek Ranch This picturesque 3 bedroom 2 bath home is located above the town of Corvallis off Willow Creek Road. Situated on nearly 75 beautifully wooded acres with pasture, this property is full of true Bitterroot charm, complete with fishable pond and springs with both seasonal and year round water supply. MLS# 46582 $1,250,000

Whiskey Gulch Ranch

6 Parcels with combined acreage of 679.87 +/- Forest service on 2 sides. Small home and shop on one parcel. Please call for more detailed information.

MLS# 51688 $1,450,000

Powderhorn Ranch This beautiful property is lush dairy ground with amazing building sites. All lots have protective covenants, irrigation and water right. See below for individual lot prices: Lot 9 -12 - $425,000 or 106,250 ea.

(10 +/- acres per parcel) Lot 13A - $180,000 (11.29 +/- ac) Lot 14A - $70,000 (5.51 +/- ac) Lot 15A - $180,000 (9.89 +/- ac)

Sleeping Child Hot Springs $9,999,500 mls# 49824 and 49847

Sleeping Child Hot Springs is located in the Rocky Mountains south of Missoula, Montana. This expansive 40-acre estate is surrounded by Bitterroot National Forest on all sides with private gated access.

The incredible five-level, Resort/Lodge has 25,000 square feet of space including 9 bedrooms, 16 full bathrooms, 3 kitchens, a game room, dance floor, media room and a massive solarium. The resort grounds are well groomed with a pool and two hot tubs which are heated by the natural hot springs.

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This yearly winter event held in Red Lodge is truly action packed!

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Get ready for an adventure through Montan’s highest pass.

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Wint er K aYaK inG motiVation

nicole Jones

east side of stevensville Beautiful home on 9.69 irrigated acres. oversized windows in every room, tile and circular sawn wood floors, granite countertops,solid wood cabinets. Knotty pine trim & doors. Log accents inside & out,central vac the list goes on!extensive decking with views. nice landscaping with underground sprinklers. Horse setup fenced and cross fenced.

Nice barn with tack room and hay storage. Priced at $489,000 starburst lane, e. side of stevensville Nice floor plan on this very well taken care of home on one acre. 3 bed, 2 bath, new flooring throughout home including tile. new paint. Extensive decking on back of home. nicely landscaped in a great location close to lone rock school, and park priced at $187,500

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Bolin ranch road, east side of stevensville Ranchette situated in the middle of a large ranch.

Completely remodeled farm home with open floor plan. Five bedrooms and two baths. Upgrades include custom kitchen with granite, large updated bathrooms, main level master. Outbuildings, underground sprinklers, trex decks and views! Great horse property! Productive acreage. More acreage Foxglove lane, west side of stevensville Well kept home on 5.45 acres with Mcalla Creek going through. The home boast 2400 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, there is also a basement with a large hobby room. Great views from the south facing deck. Great water rights priced at $224,900.

ray lane, west side of Florence Immaculate home boasting TRUE pride in ownership.

Open floor plan,large eat-in kitchen with new stainless appliances as well as a formal dining area. High grade carpet,tile & wood flooring.Bonus room above the oversized 3 car garage with 220 amp.Outside there is a single detached garage as well as RV parking pad. Patio that is south facing, extensive professional landscaping. The list goes on...! Priced at $330,000 Highway 12, lolo mt 24.36 acres with hwy 12 going through, and Lolo Creek frontage. Approximatly 2+/- acres is on the South side of the road bordering the Lewis and Clark campground. Acreage on the North side of Hwy 12 has a log entrance, 2 ponds, great access.

Nice building sites, parcel is partially treed. Located just east of Graves creek road Priced at $219,900 west Fork of the Bitterroot, darby mt Great parcel in (5) seperate tracts. Newer access road. private and secluded treed acreage that has been thinned and cleaned up. There is a insulated and heated shop on parcel 5 with a well and septic.

Located in the heart of recreation close to Forest Service, west fork of the bitterroot and painted rocks reservoir Priced at $524,900 lot 7 lance lane, east side of stevensville Beautiful views on this 9.69 acre parcel with water rights. Located in a private development of nice homes on acreage with paved roads. Designated building site, and more acreage available up to 39 total acres in 4 parcels. Priced at $125,000

Highland drive, lolo mt Incredible views from this 4.81 acre parcel. In area of nice homes, with great access. Trees and wildlife with a conveninent location close to Missoula. Ideal lot for a daylight basement.

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Now is a GREAT time to BUY!

SEE DAN MYERS FOR THESE INCREDIBLE LISTINGS!

dan myers • (406) 821-4055 OFFICE: 406-821-3771 808 N. Main • Darby, Montana - www.montanaoutback.com

designed witH priVACY in Mind This custom built home has a large Master & Guest Suite. 5.00 Ac, 2 Bed Room, 1 Full, 1 3/4, 1 1/2 Bath. Great heating systems.

Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Wood, Tile and Slate Flooring throughout. Custom Cabinetry.

Attached 2 car garage w/shop area.

Wood Fireplace w/stone. Metal Roof Mls #51182, $625,000

sale, Mls 50393, $150,000.

residentiAl HOMe & FisH HAtCHerY 13.53 Acres Sold as a private residence, but all of the equipment to operate Aspine Springs Trout Farm are part of the sale. 3,072 Sq. Ft., 4 Bedroom/3 Bath, springs, trout ponds, storage building, large garden area, paved road surface, Darby area, great home and business opportunity!

Mls 50395, $449,000. Adjoining 12.66 bare land acres is also for AltA MeAdOw rAnCH trACt A - 34.25 ACres West Fork River, Forest Service Access! Perfect for the seasonal or permanent home. 2,878 sq. ft.

Paved Road Access. Paint Rocks Lake Recreational area and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness are close by for all your recreational needs. Very Private! 28.87 Acres.

Call Dan or Dorene Mls 50010 $1,300,000

AltA MeAdOw rAnCH trACt d The site of one home and two completely resorted original buildings. The Stage Coach Inn, built in 1920, restored in 2003, is a two story log cabin with a spacious bedroom suite upstairs. Main Home is an all log home with a spacious master suite upstairs. Original Stage Stop built 1920, remodeled in 2003.

Purchase some of the old west history with a beautifully remodeled homestead. Forest Service Border. Call Dan or Dorene Mls# 50011 $1,500,000 exCeptiOnAl 20.21 ACre HOMe 4 Bedroom, 5 Bath, 3 Car Garage, New Oak Flooring & Carpet, Generator Back Up, Spacious Kitchen w/Upgraded Appliances. Generator Backup.

Wood Fireplace. Security System.

Central Vacuum. Auto Sprinkler System. Large Rooms. Large Pantry and Laundry Room. Vaulted Ceilings. Wet Bar. Hot Tub. Wildlife! Mls# 48011 $1,495,000

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A sCeniC wOnder lOOking At trApper peAk. This 20.06 Acre Bare Land Parcel has 360 degree views and ready for that dream Montana home. Part of Trapper-Meadows Homeowners Association with exceptional new homes built in this area. Certainly one of the most dramatic views from any property in the Bitterroot Valley area. A Exceptional Building Site! Mls# 48739 $359,000 dArBY, MOntAnA BAre lAnd An exceptional bare land property, loaded with trees and wildlife.

Paved road access and utilities on Bunk House Road. The perfect property for a main home, summer get-away or invest into the future. See MLS 50395 for home and property that adjoins this property. 12.66 Acres Mls # 50393 $150,000

wOw, wHAt A lOg HOMe And FUrnisHed Borders State & Federal Land. Exceptional Quality With Exceptional Value. One of the best Recreation areas in Ravalli County. Exceptional built home with custom made furniture. Close to Lost Trail Ski Resort. A rare gym with the quality, furniture and both State & Federal Border. Call Dan or Dorene Mls# 47791 $1,395,000 A rAre riVer prOpertY. The West Fork of the Bitterroot River on 26.64 Acres. Sold as bare land, but has a 2 & 3 Car Garage. Existing Septic & New Well. First or raft directly from you property and build that special home on this very rare river property. ! Mls# 47896 $950,000

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BeAUtiFUl Alpine lOg HOMe And gUest HOMe ...on one parcel of 5.87 Acres. Great recreational area near Painted Rocks Lake and The Selway Bitterroot Wilderness Area. Home is 2,244 sq. ft. and guest home is 1,600 sq. ft. with full shop on lower floor. West Fork Road paved access.

See MLS# 49421 for additional land. Mls# 50037 $449,500 Bring OFFers!

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timber Frame Woodsy, fabulous, walk to National Forest, 40x60 shop, stone fireplace, pool table, possible Owner Terms $399,000 on 7.57 Acres

Gorgeous Home Garage and shop on almost an Acre in Corvallis, reduced price to $222,900. Vaulted ceilings, central A/C, designer kitchen and features, landscaped.

$227,900 5.9 aCres With an 1,800 sq ft home in Corvallis. Open floor plan, fenced, great location, Bank Owned.

sHOrt sale $239,900 For this beautiful 4 Bedroom Home on 1.4 Acres in Florence. Full unfinished basement for expansion.

Terrific Missoula Home!

Large fenced back yard, 3 beds, family room, Fireplace and tuck under 2 car garage on sweet street. $207,500

$98,744 - sOUtHside OF HamiltOn This home just had a Home Inspection $3,500 worth of work completed. Freshly painted, great neighborhood of well kept homes, one home away from Open Space to the Bitterroot River. Fireplace, nice kitchen, partially finished basement with bathroom & woodstove and a great big fenced back yard.

$99,900 3 bed/2 bath home on 5 acres. Great views, trees, privacy. Unfinished daylight basement with family room, bathroom, bedroom. This home was in the midst of a complete remodel, is now Bank Owned, needs some finishing.

$137,500 4 bed/2 bath home on 4.98 acres, fenced with great views. Full basement, large open kitchen.

$229,900 20 Acres on Lake Como Road, south of Hamilton, ROCK CREEK runs through it, a Pond, 6 or more car/truck garages. Needs some work, Bank Owned.

Excellent location.

$329,900 Quality home, 5 Acres with full finished guest basement, 2 homes in one, 2 kitchens, family room, 5 beds & 3 baths. Open concept, hickory flooring and kitchen cabinets, 360 views, covered wrap around country porch, deck, sprinklers, landscaped, horse shelter.

missOUla - $179,000 4 bed/2 bath/2 car attached garage in a nice Missoula neighborhood, great back yard.

Needs a some TLC, but great price & location.

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Located approx. 30 miles North of Billings. Deep canyons and large grassy meadows. Excellent big game hunting. 640 acres.

Good access out of Highway 87. Price : $650/acre

Located approx. 25 miles East of Billings. Grassy meadows, end of the road privacy and ample live stock water. Big game hunting. Approx. 2,560 acres of deeded land plus 470 of State land.

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE. Price: $880,000

6350 COltOn BlVd Billings west end

One-of-a-kind Horse Property located in the West End of Billings.

30 acres, perimeter fenced. Approx. 3,200 sqft one-level executive rancher built in 2001. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. All with firstclass finishes. Approx. 1728 sqft Horse Stable with an attached entertainment room with kitchen. Round pen and loafing shed with detached single car garage

pArk CitY reCreAtiOnAl prOpertY

Approx. 161 acres of Deep coulees and heavy timbered areas. Just 25 minutes from Billings. Wonderful mountain views, excellent home sites with year round county maintained roadway. Excellent mule deer and turkey habitat. Price: $225,000

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THE NATIONAL FINALS

SKI-JORING RACES

March 10th & 11th, 2012 - Red Lodge Montana

By Tammy Stevens

Dream Destinations

The National Finals Ski-Joring Races take place , March 10th & 11th 2012 in Red Lodge. It’s winter FUn…western stYle, and we’re hoping that you will join us!

The Red Lodge Ski-Joring Association each year hosts The National Finals Ski-Joring Races.

It is a two-day event which, this year, takes place March 10th & 11th, 2012, at the Home of Champions Rodeo Grounds, west of Red Lodge.

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transformed this into an action packed competition wherein teams negotiate a 700+ foot course, the horse taking a track to the inside of the course while the skier in tow, negotiates the 20-some slalom gates and four jumps in hopes of completing two fast, clean runs which isn’t easy at speeds sometimes topping 25 mph. Prize money is awarded for the fastest combined times for the two day event as well as fastest times each day. The skier must be upright and on at least one ski when crossing the finish line and a 5 second penalty is incurred for each missed gate. There is a separate “longest jump” competition wherein the rider and horse pull their skier over one jump for the longest distance each day.

Distances have exceeded 60 feet.

The crowd is as much a part

of the fun as the competition, constructing elaborate weekend shelters on the back of flatbed trucks to protect them from the “anybody’s guess” weather.

BBQ and tailgate professionals, football tailgaters have nothing on these folks. Competition starts at noon each day and takes place at The Home of Champions Rodeo Grounds, west of Red Lodge on State Highway 78. Admission in $5 per person and children under 12 are free.

The National Finals Ski-Joring Races are exciting for the spectators and challenging for the competitors with up to $20,000 in cash and prizes being awarded in different divisions.

Junior prizes include a colt and a new pair of skis and there are champion buckles, jackets as well as cash for the adults. It’s winter fun, western style and it’s Montana’s own form of March Madness!

For more information go to www.redlodge.com/ski-joring.

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Island at Rock Creek ~ Red Lodge, MT INVEST IN LEISURE—VACATION IN LUXURY! WHY ISLAND AT ROCK CREEK? Creekside luxury-Incredible Resort Style Amenities you won’t believe!

Enjoy privacy & seclusion, in this relaxing setting designed for the most discriminating Montana vacation enthusiast!

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“Builder’s Special” $20k OFF list price or fully furnished on accepted offer through 3/31/12.

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“Beat the Crowd” special (arrive any Sunday or Monday, depart Thursday, up to 8 people). Avoid the crowds, hit the slopes, soothe your muscles in your private creekside hot tub, walk downtown to dinner.

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Billings, MT Listings LOG HOME!

REDUCED!

1344 ClarHill, $299,900 Peaceful, Private and Picturesque. Gracious countryside setting. w/Beautifully maintained 1 acre Views of inviting pond and beyond, well located. Move-in Ready 4bdrm, 3 ba. Hardwood floors, walk-out lower level. Brand new roof, newer furnace/ac.

PENDING

2023 lake Hills drive Upscale townhome. 3bd/2ba, End Unit. Quiet location near golf course. Custom kitchen.

Great master suite, 3rd bdrm doubles as home office or study. 2-car garage. Private patio, gas fp. Private balconies off each bedroom w/ views. $179,500

56 Calendula Just listed. Immaculate newer home with tons of upgrades and curb appeal.

Located in quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan, cherry hardwood flooring. custom kitchen. 3 bd/3bath. $255,000

Rhonda Grimm rsgrimm@aol.com

GRI, Relocation Certified, Fine Homes Specialist

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515 83rd street west $167,500 "Affordable elbow room!" Well-kept home on 2.69 acres. Open floor plan, unfin bsmt, STORAGE! Main floor utilities, 3 BR, 2BA. oversized dbl garage.

RV parking.

PENDING

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3136 lamPman dr. $249,900 Attention log home lovers. Western flair with city convenience. One owner custom log home on Billings' west end.

Warm, inviting interior w/large open floor plan, fireplace, large lot 3-car garage, RV parking, well & UGSP. 2283 GreenBriar $349,900 “Stands out from the crowd” many custom features. Exceptional kitchen, granite, gas range, island, 2 gas fireplaces. Gorgeous yard with water feature, relaxing patio.

Snowmobiling the Beartooth Pass

By RedLodgeLocal.com

National Park Service Photo by Jim Peaco

Beginning at Red Lodge, Montana and running west toward Yellowstone National Park, a snowmobiling focus in its own right, Beartooth Highway meanders between the Montana and Wyoming borders, connecting the best of both states.

Trail, just one of many trails directly off the byway. Delight in this particular 14-mile trail throughout the long winter season, which lasts from November to late June or even July. Plow through evergreen forests dotted with aspens and keep an eye out for wildlife including majestic big horn sheep, snowy white mountain goats, legendary grizzly bears, and speedy snowshoe hares.

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After an intense day of snowmobiling, collapse f you equate winter with snowmobiling adventures, at Cooke City, MT, a snowmobile-friendly outpost at the western end of the byway. In addition to lodgthen consider Beartooth Highway a gateway to ing, Cooke City has snowmobile dealers, gas stations, bliss. Even though much of it is closed to autonitrous refills, and avalanche safety equipment. Access mobile traffic during the winter, the byway remains a the same Cooke City trails that snowmobile manufacfocus for snowmobiling in the area. Beginning at Red Lodge, Montana and running west toward Yellowstone turers use as proving grounds to test their machines.

Tackle this rugged winter terrain as you witness Daisy National Park, a snowmobiling focus in its own right, Beartooth Highway meanders between the Montana and Pass’ jaw-dropping views, speed through Lulu Pass Trail’s old mining backcountry meadows, and take on Wyoming borders, connecting the best of both states.

Miller Trail’s challenging switchbacks.

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re/maX of Billings 1250 15th st. w. ste. 101 Billings, mt 59102 Cdunham@remax.net www.remax-billings.com

RUSTIC ELEGANCE SOUTH OF RED LODGE

For the distinctive buyer, this awesome, totally high end custom home comes completely furnished with that fabulous Mountain Rustic Elegance & Montana Home Appeal. This great property has 6 Gorgeous Bedrooms, 4 with baths, including 2 master suites. Two way fireplace in Master Bath with jetted tub. Beautiful Hickory dining table seats 10. The custom lighting sets off this wondrous dream home. Would make a fabulous family compound, corporate retreat or vacation rental income property for summers and skiing Red Lodge Mountain week-ends. Listed at $2,500,000.

Co-Listed w/ Lyle Dunham Stratus Consulting 406 425-0180 Lyle@LBStratus.com

The "Original" Ranch at

Remington Ranch

sellinG all Or Part All tracts have live water, secluded, yet 5 minutes from Red Lodge. Abundant water w/beautiful Willow Creek & the West Fork Ditch & natural springs running throughout. Great family home w/ deck overlooking green pastures, fabulous mountain views, pond w/dock, beach & fishing. Large restored dairy barn w/ 10 stalls. Indoor riding arena. Many outbuildings. traCt 30 30.75 acres includes 4 BD 2 BA home, pond & all buildings Additional 20 Ac Available.

listed @ $885,000

traCt 23 20.01 acres Great views, West Fork Ditch & Natural Spring. listed @ $395,000 traCt 33 20.01 acres The best of the best. Great pre-engineered home site. Secluded w/ beautiful streams & mountain views. listed @ $485,000

PiCtUre POstCard lOG HOme On red lOdGe Creek lUtHer, mOntana This place will melt your heart. Gorgeous & cozy log home with many custom upgrades. Owner/Builder. This 2,342 Sq. Ft., 2 BR., 2 BA. home is secluded on 9.65 acres on the banks of Red Lodge Creek in Luther. Trails, ponds & creek side picnic area. Fantastic Beartooth Mountain views. Stone & Pergo Wood flooring, vaulted ceilings oversized log posts & beams. Open spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Wood stove & radiant floor heat. Detached workshop/garage. Listing price of $459,000 well under recent appraisal. MLS# 212090

31 PlUs aCres On HwY 212 near red lOdGe Supreme irrigated and productive land on 31 + acres with more available if you desire. Only 6 miles north of Red Lodge. Great home-site with fabulous mountain views. Would make a great horse property. Water rights allocated from Price Irrigation Ditch. $189,900 MLS# 214983

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Before doing any winter recreation in the Beartooth Highway area, educate yourself and your family on potential winter hazards such as avalanches, as well as the Montana and Wyoming snowmobiling laws and safety information. Both states charge a non-resident snowmobiling fee to help fund trail maintenance and require all snowmobiles to be registered.

steer pens

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80th St. Horse Training Facility ● Billings MT • 15+ acres • 72x32 storage barn • 25,000 aq. ft. indoor arena • 15 horse pens with sheds • 150’x300’ outdoor arena • 6 acre turn out pasture • indoor 60’ roundpen • home site • 40x60 shop/barn • continuous pipe fence throughout 10 minutes from bustling west end of Billings ● $700,000

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montana Homestead Brokers Cell: (406) 671-0668

Commercial/Office 1716 main street Bozeman ∙ $219,000 This well-situated condominium office building is located on West Main Street in Bozeman. It was recently remodeled with five offices, one conference room and a small kitchen. There is a partially finished 2,000 square foot basement that can be utilized for office infrastructure support and storage.

This office building is in a desirable location for a retail operation or service business. It has paved parking, city central heating and air conditioning, a loading dock, display window and delivery door.

It is in a great location at the intersection of 19th Street and Main Street across from the new Safeway Complex.

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If you’re ready to experience some of the best snowmobiling in the West, take the Beartooth Highway when the snow falls. Acquaint yourself with diverse terrain, enduring winter seasons, and memories you’ll never forget. MTD

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snowmobiling the Beartooth pass continued from page 11 Continue four miles past the west end of the byway to Yellowstone National Park where you can explore designated trails with an expert guide on a snowmobile tour. Choose from single or multi-day tours that include a snowmobile, meals, lodging, and, of course, an up-close look at many park highlights—Old Faithful anyone?

Also at Yellowstone, you can observe the park’s famed wildlife without ever stepping off your sled. Share the groomed trails with herds of area bison and maybe catch a glimpse of the growing, non-native wolf population through the pine and fir trees. You might also see coyotes, badgers, elk, deer, moose, and, if you are extraordinarily lucky, lynx as you snowmobile through this biologically diverse area. Before you trek out to hit the trails and look for wildlife, play it safe and check the park’s current conditions and updates. Find out about weather conditions, road closures, wildlife considerations, and other safety information in the Park.

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22 acres, Fred Burr creek $249,000

4 Bedroom Septic installed, Meadow Tree Mix

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Brooke DeVries BROKER/GRI/ABR A Bitterroot Valley Top Producer

Cell: (406) 531-9721 www.BrookeDeVries.com

500 W Main St ▪ Hamilton, MT 59840

Hidden vaLLey rancH. $7,750,000

Hidden Valley Hideaway- An entertainers dream come true,over 12,000 sq.ft. under roof including 4 bed/bathroom suites, 3 powder rooms, 1688 sq.ft. of deck with exterior dining and living area. Combination cedar plank and natural stone make this a true Montana gem from this hilltop sanctuary with towering Bitterroot Rocky Mountain views.Turn-key furnished and a separate ranch manager home.Total 259+ Acres in 6 Parcels.

L’Horizon montana $4,995,000

Amazing, highly sophisticated European style ‘’Smart’’ house located just south of Missoula on 50+ beautiful acres with two trout ponds. Furnished with RocheBobois modern furniture, German PoggenPohl custom kitchen cabinets ,Italian Poliform closet systems, floor to ceiling windows framing the mountains, killer theater with a 3,800 movie Kaleidescape system, 7 car garage with De-Icer furnace for garage pad and patio,Lutron lighting, Creston control system, in floor radiant heat, forced air backup heat, solar power, air conditioning, monitored security system and many other great features.Can be purchased with neighboring 30 acres and 4 bedroom guest home for an additional $355,000 Judd Creek Hollow •

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Exquisite stone and cedar luxury home with a 3000+ Sq.Ft. chalet style guest home perfectly located in the desirable area of Judd Creek Hollow just minutes from Hamilton and Missoula. These two homes can be purchases separately or as a whole to equal 26+ acres divided in two parcels with Judd Creek running down the center filling two large trout stocked ponds. The stone and cedar luxury home features 5,842 sq. ft. total including 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a wonderful theater with built in bar, guest apartment and a 5 car attached garage perfect for all of the toys. Both homes are offered fully furnished with high end furnishings from across the country.

Price List as Follows: Luxury Home with Chalet Guest Home: $2,195,000 Luxury Home Only: $1,775,000 Chalet Guest Home Only: $455,000

Burr creek estate. $1,995,000

Luxury furnished creekside home with over 11,000 Sq.Ft. under roof including 4 bed/ bathroom suites,2 powder rooms, entertainment decks,an amazing kitchen with custom barn wood style cabinetry made from an old home that once was on the land,massive great room overlooking the creek and Bitterroot Valley, formal dining with wine room/wet bar area,awesome master suite,showcase car room,game room,bar and theater.

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Call Brooke DeVries 406.531.9721

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Whitefish Winter Carnival February 03, 2012 - February 05, 2012

By Brian schott

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For many years, the mountain town of Whitefish, Montana has celebrated its Winter Carnival based on the lore and history of Ullr, the God of Snow. February 3-5, 2012 will present the 53rd Annual Whitefish Winter Carnival theme “Pescado Blanco South of the Border,” offering locals and visitors unique ways to celebrate winter with quirky Whitefish traditions.

Big Mountain, looming over Whitefish, as their adopted home. Their rest was short lived as they soon found their home was also the abode of a fierce band of snowmen called Yetis, who attempted to kidnap their Queen.

Ullr and his followers, being more agile and resourceful, prevailed and learned to live with only occasional skirmishes with the Yetis.

The festivities kick off with a Penguin The festivities kick off with a Penguin Plunge (a hole is cut into Whitefish Lake and participants take a dip to Plunge (a hole is cut into Whitefish Lake raise funds for charity), then include an old fashioned and participants take a dip to main street parade, ice sculptor contest, kiddie carnival, raise funds for charity) battle of the bands, pie social, torch-light ski parade, x-country ski race, hockey tournament, a figure skating demonstration and more. The festivities are open to the Eventually humans invaded the Whitefish area with public and most are free of charge. axes, guns and wagons. Ullr, his followers, and the Yetis observed these people as they civilized the valley And the story goes…….Once upon a time, there lived and some were alarmed when they saw people begin a god named Ullr who reigned over the winter activito invade what they called ties in the Nordic regions. Aiding him were his Prime home. Ullr found these setMinister and Queen, who were skilled in creating the tlers were not aware of his beauties of winter. But as time went by, his subjects presence and as he continued became more engrossed in exploring the world and its to observe them, he found oceans and paid less homage to their god-king and the that they not only enjoyed festivities of their winter season, so Ullr became a god the sports of winter but also all but forgotten except in dim tradition. referred to Ullr himself as a patron saint of their small After centuries of brooding and searching the world celebrations and revelries. for a place of rest, Ullr and his two remaining subjects He was honored by this revcame to northwest Montana. So struck were they with erence.

Continued on page 21 its beauty that they decided to settle and selected the 18

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21+ acres borders Stoltz Land. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. $450,000. #307943.

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“adJOins state Park” Brand new to-be-built home has nice views & actually adjoins Lone Pine State Park. $164,900. #306810.

Brand new HOme at the edge of town. Over 3200 total sq.ft. with nearly 1900 finished. Three car garage & all city services. $239,000. #310111.

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109 3rd Ave E, Polson (406) 883-3346

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Private retreat home off rocky Point rd.

Real timberframe construction. Solid built quality through out. quaint timbered 5 + acre setting with a little creek flowing past the house, wildlife corridor,garden space, efficient green house nOw 390,000

5 acres on the edge of town. This setting offers great views of the Missions! Very earthy, cute, 1.5 stories, 3 bedroom 2 bath main home with a bunk house! Thermal windows, open floor plan, shared well with immediate neighbor. $199,000

3 bedroom 2 bath condo overlooking golf course and Flathead Lake. Walk or cart to the course or beach, rather than spend time caretaking big lawns/ gardens! Enjoy the deck off the living area. A/C heat pump, landscaped. Vaulted ceilings. Huge tuck under garage! $249,000 bring an offer!

lease Purchase this redwood home on .57 acre. Lovely mountain and lake views.

Handicap accessible main floor, kitchen on both main and 2nd floors. 2, 3/4 Bath.

Well built. Patios, water features, Canadian bamboo stands, adjacent lot available, private location $379,000

timber frame home w lots of wood & river rock renovations, very warm and inviting. new steel siding, bran new well, new roof. Fireplace + woodstove, pool table, bar lower level.

New flooring . 3 bedrooms 3 baths. Double+ garage. on a full lake view acre; $305,000

Cabin perched above protected taylor Bay, with 176 feet pebble beach! Real nice Y shaped dock, 3 acre Villa Site on Matterhorn Rd. Two bedrooms, elaborate septic system, build to suit yourself or enjoy the rustic cabin for endless summers. $479,000

3 bedroom charmer downtown, just a block from the water! well cared for with all thermal windows,. Propane fireplace. Oak kitchen up, canning kitchen down, fenced corner lot, single garage. $160,000

resort zoned home with 5 bedrooms and 5 bths! Has been a successful B and B in the past. Approved for short sale! Great resort opportunity here, close to the lake!

Asking $295,000 , looking at all offers.

Great Investment rental home! walk to central downtown Polson. $82,500 3 bedrooms 1 bath, get some sweat equity going.

lake front building lot, gentle beach, Big Arm. 90 feet with dock permit, and working toward septic approval. $189,000! WHAT A DEAL!

amazing how inexpensive a 10 acres building site can be! Great lake and mountain views! Close in to Polson, light covenants.... $79,000!

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Grand Older Home, remodeled in keeping old world charm but with Modern functionality!

Stained & leaded glass through out. Office has separate entrance. 4 bedrm, 2.5 bath, formal dining, staircase. Just a step back in time, a gentler time. $230,000

winter Carnival

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Seeing his chance after centuries of loneliness and self-banishment, Ullr assumed the garb of these people and went among them. The Yetis, however, would have nothing to do with these people except for attempts to drive them away. Ullr aided the settlers in subduing the harassments of Yetis and became their hero and true King. It was proclaimed that there would be an annual fete at which King Ullr and his court would be given the homage due to them, a celebration called the Whitefish Winter Carnival.

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Now each year, on the first weekend of February, the town of Whitefish comes together and invites people from miles around to celebrate winter with a variety of activities, events and merriment. The Yetis, bolder then ever, try to steal the Queen, harass the Prime Minister, and interfere with the festivities to assert their right to Big Mountain and Whitefish. But Ullr, and his growing band of local followers continue to subdue them and send them fleeing back to their haven in the high valleys beyond Big Mountain. And Ullr again reigns as master of winter sports and frolics along with his Queen and Prime Minister, beloved in the hearts of his loyal subjects.

You are invited to come and enjoy the 53rd Annual Whitefish Winter Carnival, but be aware that a Yeti attack can happen at any time to anyone, so be prepared.

For more information on Whitefish Winter Carnival events, visit www.whitefishwintercarnival.com. MTD

Brian Schott is a freelance writer and the founding editor of the Whitefish Review, a literary journal that features the writing, art and photography of mountain culture. brian@brianschott.com

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14890 Wildflower Dr, Frenchtown, MT

Winter Kayaking Motivation: Don’t Hesitate, Just Go!

By JASON SHREDER

T Country setting in the pine trees. Fantastic views out over the mountains.

This home is located at the end of a road but still has good easy access to Frenchtown and Missoula. Very well built home with 2 bedrooms on the main, one lower plus bonus rooms and a family rm in the daylight walkout basement. Oversized 2 car garage. Property is in the trees but will also support horses. Community well is an artesian well for some of the highest quality water in the area. This is a really nice 5 acre setting. Call kC Hart 406-240-9332 mls# 20117612 $321,000

Wilma Spence

406-550-3422

www.Missoulahomes.com 1727 SOUTH AVENUE WEST • MISSOULA, MT 59801

PATSY WOOD

406.544-4969 C 406.549-2739 H RANCh & LAND

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stelling ranch and land 101 E. Broadway, Suite 201 Missoula, MT 59802

realty@stelling.net 406-728-9200

he biggest challenge to winter kayaking is finding the motivation to go. There are many days where I’m looking outside my window, the wind is blowing rain and snow sideways, and I’m thinking to myself, “Why in the world would I want to go play in the river in this weather?” Some of my friends would suggest to shut ‘er down and do a winter sport.

I would if I could, but I need the river to keep me sane. Maybe I’m a human equivalent to the Labrador. I constantly need interaction with the river to keep this machine well-greased. Sure, I would rather be in South America all winter, but my life’s not that simple anymore. I decided years ago that I enjoy having a home and didn’t want to be a dirt bag forever, so I decided to make life a little more complicated. I guess most people call those responsibilities. (For all you young folks out there, disregard that responsibility thing!!)

Some of those responsibilities for me include owning a business, homes, dogs, and trying to convince my girlfriend that I’m worth keeping around. It doesn’t mean that you have responsibilities that you still can’t shred all the time. That’s what’s great about Missoula. You don’t have to go very far.

Missoula is a great town to combine multiple sports packed into one day. I call it double-dipping.

Throw in work and you have yourself a triple combo. Missoula is a great place to work and play because most employers take work and play pretty seriously in this town. It’s good for your health, if you ask me. Many companies have a 4” or 6” rule where you close the doors and head to the slopes.

scoria Butte ranch 5,480+/- deeded acre ranch plus 680+/- acres leased land. Present owner has historically run 300 head cattle, + horses, sheep & bulls and puts up 1,500 to 1,800 +/- bales of hay. Includes nice home, airplane hanger & outbldgs., + 2nd older home. $3,200,000 Pride of ownership property.

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The ultimate winter day is skiing at Snowbowl in the morning and surfing Brennan’s Wave in the afternoon. How many places can you do that? Anyhow, if you can find the motivation to jump in the water when it’s freezing outside, I guarantee you won’t regret it.

Life is too short, so start living now. Don’t let a little cold water scare you – winter kayaking is great!

Jason Shreder is the owner of local whitewater company Zoo Town Surfers. He loves Missoula, the great community, and all the awesome water that surrounds it. He’s constantly moving and 90% of that movement involves kayaking, rafting, working, and hanging out with his awesomely supportive girlfriend and dogs.

Visit: www.zootownsurfers.com

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mission valley Beauty 40+/- ac. with spectacular views of the famous Mission Mnts. Near St. Ignatius, MT. & beautiful Flathead Lake. Offering 3 engineered ponds & flood irrigation, this land is suited to small ranching, horses, dog training, & private home. Set amid a recreational paradise, near fishing & bird hunting; excellent duck, goose, ringneck pheasants, & Hungarian partridge. Golf courses, improved trails & back packing all in the near vicinity. Come & enjoy the great Montana lifestyle. $225,000 Possible terms.

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Office: 721-1010 • Cell: 544-0000

715 kensington missoula, mt 59801

IMMACULATE HOME ON FINLEY CREEK $279,000

2.5 Acres of Privacy

This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home with over 1,500 sq ft is located on 2.5 acres with Finley Creek flowing through. Features all hardwood floors, very low heating bills, air exchanger system, built-ins, sunny office/sewing rm, water filter system, patio, gazebo overlooking creek, dbl garage, 30x36 shop, RV parking, u/g sprinkling, landscaping, next to conservancy lands.

Call Frank Williams, 544-0000, Exit Realty 721-1010 see video on Youtube, search “2908 arneguy”

This building is located at 2425 Mary Avenue just off Reserve Street across from Larchmont Golf course. Building is over 9,000 square feet including office areas.

Land is over 20,300 square feet with paved parking and 162 feet of street frontage.

Zoning is C2-4. Building currently is home to Powder Coating of Montana. $595,000.

Call Frank Williams, 544-0000, Exit Realty 721-1010.

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Development with limited number of lots available. Larger lots with multiple common areas strategically placed for a more open spacious feeling. Nice level lots, no hillside or steep sloping lots, no low-level lots without views. Area of good top-soils, lush productive ground, no clay problems, no rocky conditions. Location, Location, Location: surprisingly close to schools, shopping, work, medical & parks. Rural setting, quiet, serene, peaceful, secure & safe, yet very close in. Protective geographical location offers cleaner air & strong windy days are rarer. Close to several recreational icons including Bitterroot River, Blue Mountain, Maclay Flats, etc. Further development in the surrounding vicinity is limited or unlikely due to the area’s geography, zoning & restrictions, Each home will be a spectacular custom built home, not cookie cutter assembly line houses or condos. There’s absolutely no other place like it! Once these home sites are sold out, appreciation of value should be strong. Homes constructed by Missoula’s best builder, award winning Mostad Construction, or bring your own builder.

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Paul “Digger” Heidegger 406-250-7667

Northwest MoNtaNa

TEAM MONTANA

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1328 trumble Creek kalispell Spectacular home on the Whitefish River. Over 11 acres and a 3316 sq.ft. home with an attached 2 car garage and a detached 3 car garage/shop. Financing incentives available through GMAC Mortgage. $369,900 Mls#: 310475

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31825 Heather lane Bigfork A beautiful Flathead Lake view from this 2.92 acre property. Radiant in floor heat keeps this 3696 sqft home warm along with two fireplaces, one in the kitchen! 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms complete this home along with an oversized double attached garage. $369,900 Mls#: 310257

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6305 locarno whitefish Great unit in The Monterra! Enjoy all the amenities including a pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse. Bank of America pre-approval required on all offers. Please allow 2-3 days for seller response on offers. $131,600 Mls#: 310021

538 willow glen kalispell Great updated 3 bedroom home with seperate office/shop in back. Also a 2 car detached garage and other outbuildings on 3 acres! Financing incentives available through GMAC Mortgage for borrowers purchasing this property. Please speak with the Listing Realtor for details. $194,900 Mls#: 310180

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1939 dArlingtOn drive kalispell Investment or First Time Home, Desirable South Meadows location, 3Bd. 2 Bth. 1,300 sq. ft., Fenced Backyard, Hot Tub (needs new heat element), Efficient Home with Very Affordable Utilities. $89,900 Mls#: 310521

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522 north Foys lake dr. kalispell This custom, highend, professionally designed home on Foys Lake is one of the nicest homes in the valley. The cedar boat house,lifetime L-shaped dock and the only concrete private grandfathered boat launch on Foys Lake makes this a dream lake front property. Terraced rock walls, hand carved entry door, security system, granite, antler lights, elec entry gate, finished garage w/ bath, it’s endless! $1,995,000 Mls#: 309199

140 Cyclone drive kalispell WOW! Great finishes including exterior Fireplace on back deck! Mountain View Estates 3 yr old home with 1 level layout.

1,730 SF, 3bed/2 bath, Dble attached garage. Maple hardwood flooring, Brick column accents, interior rock fireplace, Master with detailed walk-in closet & fully tiled shower with dble heads. Separated living areas and laundry off of kitchen.

Across from HOA Park. Mtn views. $199,999 Mls#: 308857

1013 north somers road kalispell Lower Valley 5 acres with 1800 SQ. FT. 3BD/2BTH home with bonus room. Shared well, wood burning fireplace in living room, AC and geo thermal heat. Master and bonus room upstairs. Maple custom cabinetry, formica countertops and knotty maple hardwood floors. Tile entry and bath floors and master has tile shower and jacuzzi tub. Detached garage.

Appraied in 2008 for 335,000. $274,900 Mls#: 308662

959 west road lonepine Awesome 40 acre property with 2600 SF 5BD/2BTH home. Tile in the entry & main floor bath w/walk in shower. 2nd bath, sauna and woodstove in basement. Big laundry downstairs & plenty of room to make a second kitchen for guest or in law quarters.

Separate entrance to basement. Mud room with sink off the back porch. Property has free water rights & has been surveyed and has a barn and machine shed. $274,900 Mls#: 307974

25 paint Horse lane kalispell Gorgeous newer Montana style home on 10 acres. Large open floor plan, 3 bed/4 bath, breath taking master suite. Loft over looking great room. Huge stone fireplace. Custom handcrafted logs and beams, granite countertops. Custom alder and walnut cabinets, major appliances by Dacor. 40x60 shop+office.

Sauna with bath. Vinyl fencing. Super insulated. Blacktop driveway. Great view on mountains. $849,900 Mls#: 300938

121 Blue Crest drive kalispell Gorgeous Newer Ranch home with full daylight partially finished basement. 3BD/2BTH on main floor, big laundry, nice large kitchen w/island and beech hardwood floors, colonial doors. Basement framed for 3 more bedroms and plumbed for more baths and laundry room. Nice views looking east from big deck w/hottub. Fenced yard, A/C, 2 hot water heaters.

Borders park on 2 sides. $274,900 Mls#: 291754

126 northern lights Boulevard kalispell Classic Ranch style,central Kalispell location. 2,546 Sf, large picture windows w/ private back views,fireplace, unfinished full basement. corner lot, fenced back yard, covered patio, mature trees, paved drive. air conditioned, clean fresh paint.

Easily could be a 5th bedroom, this place is in excellent shape . Walk to school. $188,888 Mls#: 303066

31910 eight Milr lane polson Quality built home on 3.02 acres, small log cabin, and multiple storage buildings. 100 ft of shared Flathead Lake frontage with boat slip, 30 x 40 garage with 12 foot ceilings and storage or work room above 16 x 20 insulated and sheet rocked potting shed, 24 x 38 trailer storage, 40 x 60 shop, finished basement and endless possibilities. $775,000 Mls#: 306154

108 larch lane kalispell Charming horse property. 3 bed 2 bath ranch home located in a beautiful mountain setting on two acres just minutes to Kalispell and Bigfork. Minutes to hiking, cross counry ski trails, strawberry lake and jewel basin. You can use all your toys right from your front door. $194,000 Mls#: 303171

451 lake loop drive kalispell Tranquility and serenity in many lakes. 3 bed 2 bath double garage Ranch home on 1.45 acres. Abundant wild life. Perfect for vacation or year round living. $159,900 Mls#: 309556

1577 lake shore dr. rollins Beautiful Lakefront Property totaling 213 ft of lakeshore in two legal lots on Canal Bay in Rollins. One lot has 2200 sq ft home currently in the process of being remodeled.

4 bedrooms/2 baths & sauna. The other lot has an older cabin. Great views of the mountains. 3 docks (one covered). $1,111,111 Mls#: 279209

638 Hun lane kalispell Outstanding home in a great location. Charming ranch style, on 1.34 acres in town. This charmer boasts bamboo flooring, alder cabinets, office off master bdr., vaulted pine ceilings, heated room in garage, 28x24 extra large garge, gas fire place and much more. $208,500 Mls#: 285079

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Thompson Falls, Montana By gail enger

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Located in the Clark Fork Valley approximately 100 miles NW of Missoula, Thompson Falls has the mildest climate in Montana. At an elevation of 2419’, Thompson Falls has an average of 20 inches of precipitation per year, and an average of 115 frost free days. It is known as part of the “Banana Belt” of NW Montana.

The climate along with its breathtaking scenery make this quaint little town an ideal place to live, or visit.

Thompson Falls is surrounded by millions of acres of

National Forest providing endless recreation opportunities for camping, wild life viewing, berry & mushroom picking, and much more! The reservoir created by the dam on the Clark Fork River provide un crowded fishing, boating, swimming and other water recreation.

Several boat accesses are available.

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With a population of around 2100, Thompson Falls is the perfect sized community for those who enjoy a small town atmosphere, and has all the amenities needed for everyday living!

HistOrY: Thompson Falls was named after David Thompson, the British explorer, geographer and fur trader. He was called the Koo Koo Sint (star gazer) by the Indians. He established a fur trading post, the ‘Saleesh House’, in 1809. The Saleesh House was used sporadically until the 1820s, and mostly by employees. The Saleesh House is no longer in existence.

There was little activity in the area until 1881 and the coming of the railroad. The few inhabitants of the town felt they were being neglected by the Railroad, so they decided to get attention for themselves. They piled logs on the railway, and forced the train to stop. The townspeople then boarded the train to persuade passengers to settle in Thompson Falls. One of the crew stayed behind and built the first home within the present town site. Soon after in 1883, the gold rush hit Couer D’Alene mines came and the town grew to accommodate the men going over the Murray trail to the mines.

In 1885 John Russell bought 40 acres and platted the townsite.

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www.Realty-Northwest.com 1013 Main Street | Thompson Falls, MT | 406 827 9827 Homes

#20113529 1 bd, 1 bafh fixer upper with great price on 4 nice lots in Thompson Falls $50K

#10001778 Peaceful home in 55 & older community, fireplace, patio, no hassle, no maintenance! $129K

#10006063 4 bd, 2 ba home with garage and other outbuildings in great area of Thompson Falls! $140K

#20113812 Well appointed bungalow style 3 bd, 2 ba home in T Falls near schools & senior center. $179K

#20115899 Huge Clark Fork River views, 10+acres, 3 bd, 2 ba home, carport & more! $179,500

#20116122 3 bd, 2 ba manufactured home with large insulated garage/ shop, well cared for. $185K

#701525 Horse property!

20 acres, fenced, barn 3bd, 1 ba home, garage & tack rm, walk in cooler. $225K

#10006000 5 bd, 3 ba nice and bright home in great area of T Falls. Landscaped, sprinklers & more. $179K

#20113242 3 bd, 3 ba home w/huge garage, fireplace, hot tub, sprinkler system, decks, 20 acres. $335K

#2175 3 bd, 2 ba cedar home, high ceilings, covered deck. rock fireplace.

USFS nearby. $349K

#902783 Custom log home on 20 acres near Heron.

Fenced with mix of timber and pasture land. $399K

#20112955 29.75+- acres, 4 bd, 2.5 ba home, rental and pasture for the critters of your choice. $369K

#903235 NEWER Cedar home, 8+- acres, vaulted ceilings, 2 master suites, 3 ba & much more! $389K

#20115999 4 bd log home on 70 acres in the Trout Creek area with water rights and garden areas.$469K

#10005264 3200 sq ft log home on 20 acres with yr round creek, guest cabin, cool old barn! $499,900

#20117018 Cedar home ,20 acres w/ Bull River flowing through, USFS boundary, garage,shop & more $529K

#20115955 Unsurpassed views, great location, newer 3 bd, 2 ba home & garage, year rd creek, River.$549K

#20116857 120 acre working ranch, log home pond, barn, fenced, mix of hay & timber lands. $895K

#20114595 82 +- acres, log home, garage, shop & barn, 3 sides National Forest, seasonal creek. $1,279

#2246 Lota Wata! 87 acres, lake, 3 springs, 2 homes, shops. This is a one of a kind with river access! $1,750

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We need the tonic of wildness, we can never get enough of nature.

79+- Acres, USFS Shop, log home, incredible views, ride into nature! $725,000+

223+- Acres Rolling land, possible development. Not far from Missoula. $550,000

Ultimate Privacy 30-70 acres, forest, 3/3 home, garage, bldg. $469K-$669k

Noxon Rapids Reservoir Retreat 3/3 Home, shop, 2 car garage, 1.7 A. $449,000

Thoreau

480+- Acres Very private, power, usable land with views, Plains. $651,620

55+- Acres Beaver Creek through it, National Forest, amazing views. $599,000

Seed Orchard Irrigation lines run, large workshop, office, 58 acres. $375,000

$100,000 in Upgrades!

The craftsman’s home, 3500 sf, QUALITY. $349,900

VIEWS!!! 9+ acres, 1918 sq ft cedar home, stone fireplace, NICE!! $349,000

145+- Acres - Plains Baldy Mountain views, level & usable, accesss!! $297,500

200 Acres, River Views Recreational paradise, 45 min. to MSO. $240,000

Hunter’s Dream! Propane generator, 20 acres, NF 2 sides. ELK!!!! $215,000

Trout Creek River Lot 1.5 acres, shared dock, GORGEOUS!!! $149,900

164+ Acres, 45 Min. to Missoula Surrounded by FS, Mule deer. $130,000

Beverly Hills of T Falls 9+- acres with views of the Cabinets, rolling. $99,900

Recreational! National Forest on 20, 10 has great views, $49,900 & $39,900

Whitepine Crossing 2.77 to 5.38 acre parcels, National Forest, Whitepine Creek, panoramic mountain views, wildlife as neighbors & peaceful setting. Starting at $99,900

Panorama Terrace Stunning river and river access lots, starting at just $95,000 lay between Plains and Thompson Falls in a quiet area with large pines. Exceptional location.

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Montana Ranches Crystal Views Superior | Montana

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West Combest Plains | Montana

990+- acres with 3 Miles of National Forest Boundary . . .Three parcels with over a mile of county road frontage, power to the property, and not far from I-90 only 45 minutes from Missoula, Montana. Two wells are drilled on a beautiful bench overlooking the valley, including spectacular mountain views. Elk frequent property as well as mule and whitetail deer and yes, this is a wolf area. A large spring is on the property, although neighbors use it for a domestic water source. A preliminarily approved subdivision on this one was abandoned for 5+ acre lots. This is a spectacular piece of property not far from Missoula with great potential for a recreational or residential haven.

Almost a thousand acres of Montana with access to thousands more for under $1,000/acre. $914,760.

Turning Leaf Ranch Trout Creek | Montana

320 Acres & Lodge . . . 5000+- sq ft unfinished lodge, 90 acres pasture with water rights from a irrigation ditch that travels through the land.

Timber land with 4 springs, one appropriated for 35 gpm. One acre spring fed pond has been engineered and filed with the state but not installed. On-site gravel pit, water wells. This ranch is backed by National Forest land and is very private. Elk, Deer, Moose & other wildlife are year round residents here. No restrictions. Bring your ideas and make this one your own. $1,695,000

4716+- Acres . . . Nearly surrounded by National Forest and Montana State Land and at the end of the road, this land has three creeks, privacy and elk and deer as neighbors. The topogaphy is varied, with quite a lot of the land in rolling hillsides. There is a benched area in the bottom that is very scenic and private. Just a few miles from Plains, Montana and in the most temperate climate in the state, this property has immense potential. Hunting, fishing, recreating on public lands in addition to your own, a few hours drive to Glacier Park and just 75 miles to Missoula, Montana in a county with no stoplights and more cows per square mile than inhabitants. This just may be your retirement ranch and residential paradise.

Call today for a private showing and we’ll pack a lunch and enjoy the day! $3,250,000 Clark Fork River Ranch . . . Scenic 1030+- acres, located in the most temperate climate in the state, this riverfront ranch has over two miles of the Clark Fork Riverfrontage, including class two rapids, and Montana State land adjacent. Irrigated hay ground, modest log home, and large shop. This Rocky Mountain elk, big horn sheep and whitetail and mule deer habitat has development potential or just own over 1000 acre of Montana. Come home to Montana. REDUCED $1,000,000 to $2,499,000

Clark Fork River Ranch Plains | Montana

If you seek the old Montana. . . the Montana filled with smiles and western hospitality, no stop lights and social hours in the grocery store. . . this is it!

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