SOLD: Waters Edge on Hauser Lake | Fay Ranches

WATERS EDGE ON HAUSER LAKE

Helena, Lewis and Clark, Montana

$1,950,000 | 4.58± Acres

Waters Edge on Hauser Lake | Helena, Montana

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to this extraordinary retreat nestled at the end of the road along stunning Hauser Lake, where you will find a spacious cabin home and boathouse situated on 1,000± feet of private shoreline. Hauser Lake is one of three picturesque lakes that grace the meandering Missouri River, offering breathtaking views of the scenic Helena Valley. Embraced by towering aspens and majestic conifers, this spacious cabin home is the perfect lakefront getaway.

As you step inside, you’ll be captivated by the open floor plan, featuring a great room with vaulted ceilings, a magnificent stone fireplace, a rustic antler chandelier, and expansive picture windows showcasing Hauser Lake’s pristine waters. This thoughtfully designed cabin is ideal for accommodating large families or groups of friends seeking a comfortable and inviting space to enjoy their time at the lake.

The home boasts five generously sized bedrooms and three baths, ensuring ample room for everyone. The large kitchen is well-equipped to cater to the needs of a crowd, making meal preparation a breeze. Conveniently located just steps away from the crystal-clear waters of Hauser Lake, you’ll have easy access to endless water activities and the joys of lakeside living.

Completing this exceptional property is a boathouse situated adjacent to the private dock. The boathouse offers ample space to comfortably store several boats, water toys, and fishing gear. Additionally, it provides on-site storage options for any additional items you m ay require during your stay.

Spanning over 4.5± acres of stunning land, this retreat offers endless possibilities. Should you wish to expand and create additional structures, this parcel of land with varied topography provides an opportunity for customization, all while reveling in the serenity of lake life along the breathtaking stretch of Hauser Lake.

Whether you seek relaxation, outdoor adventures, or simply a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle and bustle, this exceptional lakefront retreat promises an unforgettable experience. Discover the beauty and tranquility of Hauser Lake and embrace the harmonious blend of nature and comfort that awaits you at this remarkable getaway.

QUICK FACTS

• 1,000± feet private waterfront

• 5 bedroom, 3 bath spacious lakehouse

• Great room with large stone fireplace and picture windows toward lake

• Private boat dock

• Boathouse for storage for boats, fishing gear, four-wheelers and more

• Pristine Hauser Lake along coveted stretch of the Missouri River

• Protected views of surrounding Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land

• Fishing, boating, tubing, water skiing from property

• Large lot could accommodate additional structures if desired

• 1 hour from the 1.5± million acres Bob Marshall Wilderness for endless hiking, horseback riding, and hunting

• Minutes to Helena for shopping, dining, medical services, and commercial air

Waters Edge on Hauser Lake | Helena, Montana

ACREAGE

Perched on a gentle slope, this charming cabin home offers captivating views of Hauser Lake. The property is thoughtfully landscaped, adorned with an enchanting array of natural trees and bushes, including conifers and aspen. During the autumn season, these vibrant aspen trees showcase a magnificent golden hue, adding to the visual splendor of the surroundings.

SCENIC VISTAS

Views from the private and protected property include preserved BLM land across the lake from the cabin home. While touring along Hauser Lake, a majority of the land adjacent to the shore consists of BLM, some National Forest, and State land, all offering a preserved and protected landscape while out boating enjoying the beautiful waters.

IMPROVEMENTS

Welcome to Waters Edge on Hauser Lake, where you’ll discover a spacious and inviting cabin home perfectly capturing the essence of lakeside living.

This remarkable property boasts five generously sized bedrooms, one currently serving as a convenient home office. Three well-appointed bathrooms ensure comfort and convenience for all residents and guests.

The heart of the home is the open kitchen and dining area, thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of a large family or group. Prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen, while the dining area offers ample space to gather and create lasting memories.

Step into the great room, where soaring vaulted ceilings adorned with large timber beams create a grand and welcoming ambiance. A beautiful stone fireplace stands as a centerpiece, radiating warmth and charm. The room is further enhanced by an elegant antler chandelier and expansive picture windows frame breathtaking views of the lake and mountains.

A deck off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for evening barbecues, allowing you to savor delicious food while immersed in the natural beauty of the surroundings. Additionally, a large front porch beckons, offering a peaceful spot to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or unwind with a cocktail in the evening while taking in the captivating views of the lake.

Should you desire a turn-key and move-in-ready opportunity, the seller is open to negotiating some furnishings and other items, including a boat, water toys, and yard equipment, through a separate bill of sale. This provides an added convenience for those seeking a seamless transition into lakeside living.

Experience the true essence of Hauser Lake living at Waters Edge, where comfort, style, and serenity converge in perfect harmony. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil retreat or an exciting outdoor adventure, this exceptional property offers the ideal setting to create cherished memories and embrace the remarkable lifestyle that awaits you.

RECREATION

The beautiful waters of Hauser Lake are steps away from the front door offering an opportunity for swimming, fishing, boating, and tubing, and more easily accessible from the property.

H unting & W ildlife

The region surrounding Waters Edge on Hauser Lake is renowned for excellent big-game hunting and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. With access to National Forests, BLM areas, Montana State Lands, and designated wilderness areas, the Helena Valley offers activities such as hunting, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. It’s a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and natural beauty. Enthusiasts seeking adventure and natural beauty can visit the surrounding public land that supports a wide variety of wildlife species within close proximity to the property.

Photos not taken on property

Fishermen travel to Montana to enjoy the experience of fishing along the Missouri River, also known as the Mighty Mo. Hauser Lake is one of three lakes along the stretch of the Missouri River that flows through the Helena Valley and offers a unique lake fishing experience. The cabin’s location is ideal for avid fishermen, with some of the most popular fishing waters along Hauser Lake easily accessible from the property.

Close to the causeway where water flows between Hauser Lake and Lake Helena, fishing for perch and walleye is a favorite year-round pastime. Closer to the cliffs near Lakeside Marina, schools of Kokanee salmon can be found. The US record Kokanee was caught on Hauser Lake in 2001. Rainbow and brown trout in Hauser Lake typically range from one to seven pounds though large browns can reach up to 15 pounds.

Additional opportunities include float fishing along the famed stretch of the Missouri River, which begins at the tailwaters from the dam at nearby Holter Lake and runs from Wolf Creek through Craig, a short drive away. Those searching for additional fly fishing opportunities might enjoy the scenic drive to the Blackfoot, Dearborn, or Little Blackfoot Rivers, all an hour or less from the lake.

INCOME OPPORTUNITY

This property is a perfect lake getaway for a family or friends to enjoy or as a corporate retreat. When not enjoying the cabin for personal use, a short-term rental opportunity might be an option for a new owner to provide and produce a source of additional income while not in private use.

20 Waters Edge on Hauser Lake | Helena, Montana

CLIMATE

Helena, Montana, is a relatively mild climate, with July highs around 85 degrees and winter lows dipping to 14 degrees. On average, The Helena Valley receives 12 inches of rain and 37 inches of snow per year. Close to the nationwide average, Helena typically receives 189 sunny days per year.

Climate data courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Helena-Montana.html

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.

CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP

Each of us at Fay Ranches loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.

GETTING THERE

Through a private gate, this end of the road property is easily accessed by following Danas Point Drive to the very end where it meets the waters edge. An easy trip from town, take York Road to Lake Helena Drive north past the golf course to Cedar Valley Road on the right. Follow Cedar Valley Road to Danas Point Road to the property entrance.

AIRPORT SERVICES

The Helena Regional Airport is located minutes from the property. The airport accommodates direct flights to Salt Lake, Seattle, Denver, and Minneapolis via Alaska, Delta, and United Airlines. Exec Air, located in Helena, caters to private aircraft.

LOCATION

Helena, Montana’s state capital, is a short drive from the property and combines an active beat of students, politics, and outdoor activities. Local events occur often and create an ambiance of community – theater and symphony, a jazz festival, concerts, rodeos, race in the Governor’s Cup, and enjoy the largest sled dog race in the lower 48 states.

Helena was founded with the July 14, 1864 discovery of gold in Last Chance Gulch by four men known as “The Four Georgians.” By 1888 about 50 millionaires lived in Helena, more per capita than any city in the world. The State Capital Building (with its distinctive gold rotunda), the Civic Center, and the Saint Helena Cathedral are among the many unique and historic buildings in Helena.

Today Helena serves as a robust home to over 31,000 full-time residents, features quality higher education opportunities at both Carroll College and Helena College, and is the county seat of Lewis and Clark County.

The Valley includes excellent medical facilities, a regional airport with flights to major hubs for connections to almost anywhere, Montana state offices, Fort Harrison and a Veterans Hospital, and a variety of shopping, dining, performing arts, and other amenities. The Helena community features a vibrant and active business atmosphere and offers a wonderful quality of life to the full-time and parttime residents located in the Helena Valley and region.

Helena cathedral

SUMMARY

Discover the extraordinary opportunity that awaits at Waters Edge on Hauser Lake, perfect for recreational buyers seeking an ideal getaway to cherish with loved ones. Situated in a coveted and tightly held corridor along Hauser Lake, this property offers a rare chance to own a private and protected slice of paradise. Despite its seclusion, it enjoys convenient proximity to various amenities, making it an exceptional choice.

Located just a short drive away, you’ll find the capital city with its historic downtown, regional airport, hospital, Veterans Administration facilities, and esteemed educational institutions like Helena College and Carroll College. The Great Divide Ski Area, Canyon Ferry, and Holter Lakes beckon nearby, promising endless outdoor adventures and recreational pursuits.

Waters Edge on Hauser Lake is not only a prized gem in a highly sought-after region but also offers unparalleled convenience to a plethora of area events and the diverse recreational opportunities that epitomize the Montana lifestyle. Capture this remarkable opportunity to create cherished memories and embrace the essence of Montana living at Waters Edge on Hauser Lake.

$1,950,000

Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange

This is an exclusive co-listing with Fay Ranches, Inc and PureWest Christies. Please contact Kimberly Lowry at (406) 490-4323 | klowry@fayranches.com or John McNulty at (406) 880-7355 | jmcnulty@ purewestmt.com to schedule a showing. An agent from Fay Ranches or PureWest Christies 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.

PRICE TERMS CONTACT NOTICE

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 (cont)

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.

5. 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.