Bridger Views at Rocking S7 | Fay Ranches

BRIDGER VIEWS AT ROCKING S7

Belgrade, Montana

$750,000

20± acres

INTRODUCTION

Perched atop a secluded hillside, overlooking Bozeman and the sprawling Gallatin Valley, lies Bridger Views at the Rocking S7—an unparalleled opportunity spanning 20± acres of deeded land with a one-fifth recreational stake in approximately 160± acres, known as the Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch. Among only five available build sites on the ranch, this parcel offers breathtaking panoramic vistas encompassing the Bridger Mountains to the east, the picturesque Gallatin Valley, and the verdant expanse of agricultural land in between. Notably, much of the surrounding Dry Creek area is safeguarded against development through conservation easements, further enhancing the allure of the Rocking S7.

The Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch boasts approximately 1,170 feet of fishable Dry Creek, a perennial tributary of the East Gallatin and a renowned habitat for wild trout from the legendary Missouri River fisheries. Complementing the live water fishery, the ranch features a sizable pond, wildlife food plots, shared recreational amenities, and an agricultural component focused on wheat cultivation by a local farmer. This haven is home to the Montana upland bird trifecta— pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, and Hungarian partridge—alongside white-tailed deer, mule deer, and occasional elk sightings.

Offering a blank canvas, the 20± acre deeded property presents a designated 1± acre residential building envelope ideal for crafting a main residence, guest home, barn, and additional structures. Revel in the breathtaking spectacle of sunrise and sunset, casting their golden hues across the seven mountain ranges visible from various vantage points on the estate. While the views may evolve with the seasons and weather, their capacity to inspire remains unwavering.

QUICK FACTS

• 20± deeded acres with a 1± acre designated building envelope allowing for a primary home, guest home, barn, and accessory buildings

• Quality road and power are run to the build site

• New owner will have a one-fifth recreational interest in the 160± acre Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch

• Panoramic views of seven mountain ranges, including the Tobacco Root Mountains and Bridger, Gallatin, and Madison Ranges

• Easily accessible 1,170± feet of both sides of fishable Dry Creek

• Abundant wildlife, including ducks, geese, nesting sandhill cranes, whitetail and mule deer, and a multitude of other flora and fauna

• Protective covenants and design guidelines to protect your investment

• 20± minutes to Bozeman

• 10± minutes to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

• 60± miles to Big Sky Resort

• 34± miles to Bridger Bowl Ski Area

• From 15± minutes to 1.5± hours to 9 world-class trout rivers

Bridger Views at Rocking S7 | Belgrade, Montana

ACREAGE

Encompassing approximately 20± acres of fertile agricultural land and pristine wildlife habitat, this parcel offers an ideal canvas for visualizing your Montana dream home. Enhanced by a quality road and power infrastructure already extended to the build site, the stage is set for seamless development. With unobstructed 360-degree vistas of the valley, this location is perfectly poised for crafting a stunning private residence amidst the rugged beauty of the Gallatin Valley. Here, you can savor the serenity of rural living while remaining conveniently proximate to the abundant amenities the valley has to offer.

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RECREATION FISHING

The 160± acre Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch enjoys 1,170± feet (0.2± miles) of Dry Creek, an angler’s paradise, and one of Bozeman’s best-kept fly fishing secrets. Dry Creek is a fully connected tributary of the East Gallatin River and the fabled Missouri River. Consistent cold spring water flowing with healthy streamside vegetation provides excellent fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Dry Creek, by nature, is a classic riffle, run, pool small stream fishery that holds healthy trout populations, with some fish reaching up to 6 pounds, while the average fish is around 10-14 inches. Throughout the year, there are a variety of hatches and terrestrials that provide excellent “top water” action. In fall and spring, there are hatches of bluewing olives. Thick at times, caddis are present from April through October. In the mornings of August and September, there is a trico hatch. Because of the meandering nature of the creek and the overhanging grass and willow banks, hopper fishing in July, August, and September can be tremendous.

The property is centrally located and close to a variety of recreational pursuits. The closest off-site fishing access is on the East Gallatin River, about 5± minutes from the ranch. The West Gallatin River is located approximately 15± minutes away.

In addition to the Gallatin Rivers listed above, the Madison, Jefferson, and Yellowstone Rivers are located within 30 to 45 minutes of the property. These legendary rivers are arguably the most famous fly fishing rivers in the world due to their scenic beauty and incredible number and size of wild trout.

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Bridger Views at the Rocking S7 is home to an abundance of wildlife, including whitetail and mule deer, pheasants, sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, occasional elk, and an assortment of other flora and fauna that populate the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

This property’s location just outside Bozeman places it squarely in the center of the region’s abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. The vast mountain ranges, beautiful meadows, and lush valleys offer various recreational pursuits, including horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, bird watching, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and just relaxing and enjoying the scenery.

SKIING & SNOWBOARDING

Bridger Bowl Ski Area is only 17± miles from main street Bozeman. Considered “Bozeman’s own resort,” Bridger Bowl offers an intimate local atmosphere where tickets are affordable and the skiing is fantastic. A total of 8 lifts service 2,000 skiable acres with a 2,600-foot vertical drop. Three lodges give skiers plenty of room to warm up and refuel. Jim Bridger Lodge and Saddle Peak Lodge are located at the base area and Deer Park Chalet and Alpine Cabin are located at midmountain.

Big Sky Resort, located 45± miles from Bozeman, is an international destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer vacationers. In the winter, Big Sky offers 5,850± acres of terrain, 320 ski runs, and 4,350± vertical feet. The Lone Peak Tram, new for the 2023-2024 season, allows visitors to ride and ski off the top of Lone Peak. Summer is just the right time to enjoy golf, fly fishing the Gallatin River, or explore miles of National Forest by foot or horseback. Just south of Big Sky is the renowned Yellowstone Club. The world’s only private ski and golf resort offers a quiet retreat for its members.

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LOCATION

BOZEMAN

Bridger Views at the Rocking S7 is about 20± minute drive from the vibrant university town of Bozeman (population 56,000±), home to Montana State University and the Museum of the Rockies. Bozeman has received national accolades for its scenic location, endless outdoor activities, world-class amenities, and historic downtown. Bozeman restaurants and shops have become favorite places for those who love nature, whether fishing, hunting, skiing, mountain biking, or hiking.

Bozeman hosts various community events, from weekly farmers markets to music concerts, allowing locals to find something to do almost every day. Over the summer, the Sweet Pea Festival is a local favorite, hosting artists selling handmade goods and musicians performing over a weekend in Linley Park. The Christmas Stroll event, held annually in December, blocks off Main Street to allow for an evening of festivities, great food, and fun to start the holiday season. Bozeman is known for its worldclass skiing close to town. The Baxter Hotel on Main Street has a “Blue Light” that flashes and blinks whenever Bridger Bowl, the local ski resort, gets fresh snow, letting the locals know it’s time to ski. Whether you hit the town to one of many award-winning restaurants or drive a short 15± minutes from town to the local ski resort, there is something to do for everyone.

YELLOWSTONE

Head less than 2± hours southeast from the property to the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park. The park allows access to many more fishing opportunities. Buffalo, elk, bighorn sheep, mule and whitetail deer, coyotes, wolves, pronghorn antelope, bald and golden eagles, moose, mountain goats, black and grizzly bears, and an array of less obvious but no less remarkable animals find suitable range and habitat in the park. The great variety and populations of rare and endangered wildlife species speak to this amazing place’s wildness and unspoiled nature.

GETTING THERE

Only 10± miles from Bridger Views at Rocking S7 is the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the busiest airport in Montana. The airport is served by Alaska, Allegiant, American, Frontier, Jet Blue, Delta, Sun Country, and United Airlines, with direct flights to and from Boston, Denver, Detroit, Salt Lake City, New York City, Newark, Chicago, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Nashville, San Francisco, Seattle, Philadelphia, Portland, Phoenix, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis and Las Vegas. Because of the ease of transportation and proximity to such a diverse and spectacular mix of natural resources, Bozeman is the launching pad for many unique destinations.

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CONSERVATION AND RESTRICTIONS

The Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch offers an exclusive opportunity reserved for a maximum of five discerning owners. Upholding a steadfast commitment to its vision, the ranch is safeguarded by protective covenants and design guidelines. These guidelines ensure the preservation of wildlife habitat while promoting the construction of residences of exceptional quality.

Within each deeded parcel, a designated one-acre build site is allocated, affording space for a primary residence, guest accommodations, barn facilities, and supplementary structures. Adherence to the design guidelines mandates professionally crafted and meticulously constructed buildings, ensuring a harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality throughout the ranch. By upholding these standards, the Rocking S7 Sporting Ranch maintains its status as a distinguished enclave, embodying the essence of luxury living amidst Montana’s pristine landscapes. Further detail on the covenants and guidelines can be obtained upon request.

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WATER RIGHTS

Montana waters, in all their varied forms and locations, belong to the state for the benefit of its people. A water right is the right to use the water within state-established guidelines, and not any ownership of the water itself. Since water rights in Montana are guided by the prior appropriation doctrine, a person’s right to use a specific quantity of water depends on when the use of water began, establishing the relative priority date of use on the water source. The first person to use water from a source established the first right, the second person could establish a right to the water that was left, and so on. Additionally, water users are limited to the amount of water that can be beneficially used. Beneficial use includes, but is not limited to, agricultural, recreational, fish and wildlife and domestic purposes.

Montana is currently conducting a statewide adjudication of all water rights with priority dates prior to July 1, 1973. The statewide adjudication is a court process that prioritizes and quantifies all existing water rights in each Montana drainage basin. With eighty-five basins in Montana, and over 219,000 water right claims, the statewide adjudication is a massive undertaking that is expected to stretch well into the future. Until the adjudication process is complete, the status of any particular water right claim cannot be guaranteed. Fay Ranches, Inc., its brokers and salespersons do not warrant or make any representation concerning the quantity or quality of any water rights, nor any legal entitlement to use of water rights, permits to appropriate water, exempt existing rights, determination of existing water rights, nor any ditches, ditch rights, or ditch easements appurtenant to or constituting a burden on the property. Water rights claims appurtenant to the property may or may not have been fully or finally adjudicated, and any Buyer is advised to make any offer to purchase contingent upon and subject to such independent inspections, evaluations, and advice concerning the water rights and adjudication process as a Buyer might deem prudent. All Buyers should be aware that Fay Ranches, Inc., its brokers and salespersons involved in this offering have not conducted an expert inspection or analysis of the water rights for this property.

MINERAL RIGHTS

All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the seller will convey to the buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company.

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Complemented by the convenience of nearby amenities and recreational assets, Bridger Views at S7 epitomizes the essence of Montana living. Boasting wildlife diversity, ample water resources, established roadways, and existing power infrastructure, this property provides a perfect canvas for those seeking to manifest their Montana dream home. Enjoy the tranquility of rural living while being mere moments away from the vibrant pulse of city life—a finite opportunity in the heart of the Gallatin Valley.

Bridger Views at Rocking S7 | Belgrade, Montana

Please contact Ryan Bramlette at (406) 580-9569 | rbramlette@fayranches. com or James Esperti at (406) 581-4795 | jesperti@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties, fly fishing properties, and sporting ranches that we have listed, please visit our web page at www.fayranches.com.

$77±

$750,000 Cash

Conventional Financing 1031 Exchange

Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.

RELATIONSHIPS IN REAL ESTATE

As required by Montana law, a broker or salesperson shall disclose the existence and nature of relevant agency or other relationships to the parties to a real estate transaction. The various relationships and description of duties are as follows:

1. SELLER AGENT

A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Seller to:

Act solely in the best interests of the seller; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the seller; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the seller agent and not known or discoverable by the seller unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the seller agent; Safeguard the seller’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the seller’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the seller for any funds or property of the seller that comes into the seller agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a seller and obtaining a seller’s written consent, to represent multiple sellers of property and to list properties for sale that may compete with the seller’s property, without breaching any obligation to the seller.

A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to:

Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the seller agent, except that the seller agent is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent when the seller agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a buyer and a buyer agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

2. BUYER AGENT

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A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Seller to:

Disclose any adverse material facts that are known to the buyer agent and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Disclose to the seller or the seller agent when the buyer agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a seller and a seller agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.

3. DUAL AGENCY If a seller agent is also representing a buyer, or a buyer agent is also representing a seller with regard to a property, then a dual agency relationship may be established. In a dual agency relationship, the dual agent is equally obligated to both the seller and the buyer. These obligations may prohibit the dual agent from advocating exclusively on behalf of the seller or buyer and may limit the depth and degree of representation that you receive. A broker or a salesperson may not act as a dual agent without the signed, written consent of both the seller and the buyer.

A “Dual Agent” is obligated to a Seller in the same manner as a seller agent and is obligated to a Buyer in the same manner as a buyer agent, except a dual agent:

Has a duty to disclose to a buyer or seller any adverse material facts that are known to the dual agent regardless of any confidentiality considerations; and May not disclose the following information without the written consent of the person to whom the information is confidential; The fact that the buyer is willing to pay more than the offered purchase price; The fact that the seller is willing to accept less than the purchase price that the seller is asking for the property; Factors motivating either party to buy or sell; and Any information that a party indicates in writing to the dual agent is to be kept confidential.

4. STATUTORY BROKER

A “Statutory Broker” is not the agent of the Buyer or Seller but nevertheless is obligated to them to:

Disclose to: i. a buyer or buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the statutory broker, except that the statutory broker is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; and ii. a seller or a seller agent any adverse material facts that are known to the statutory broker and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in putting together a real estate transaction, and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.

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IN-HOUSE SELLER AGENT DESIGNATE

Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker agreement with the buyer, an in-house seller agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a seller for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the seller with respect to the designated transaction.

6. IN-HOUSE BUYER AGENT DESIGNATE

Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker agreement with the buyer, an in-house buyer agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a buyer for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the buyer with respect to the designated transaction.

BUYER AGENT

A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to: Act solely in the best interests of the buyer; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the buyer; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the buyer agent and not known or discoverable by the buyer, unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the buyer agent; Safeguard the buyer’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the buyer’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the buyer for any funds or property of the buyer that comes into the buyer agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.

Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a buyer and obtaining a buyer’s written consent, to represent multiple buyers interested in buying the same property or similar properties to properties in which a buyer is interested and to show properties in which a buyer is interested to other prospective buyers, without breaching any obligation to the buyer.

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