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Twin Bridges - #142278

$1,600,000

Acreage

Recreational Opportunities

The Lower Big Hole, Ruby and Jefferson Valleys provide some of the finest and most diversified recreational resources in Southwest Montana. The surrounding Tobacco Root, Ruby, Gravelly, Snowcrest, Pioneer, Highland and McCartney Mountain ranges allow for excellent big game hunting, hiking, camping, horseback riding, sight-seeing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and much more. Some of the wildlife common to these areas include; Elk, deer, moose, antelope, big horn sheep, mountain goats, coyotes, wolves, fox, mountain lions, bobcats and bears. The Big Hole, Ruby, Madison, Beaverhead and Jefferson Rivers are well known Blue-Ribbon Trout fishing streams. Fish out your back door or float to or from the property for additional variety.

Community

The property is located about five road miles from Twin Bridges (pop: around 450) A paved county maintained airport proximate to Twin Bridges can accommodate most private aircraft. Commercial air service is available in Butte, about 45 miles north, or in Bozeman, about 90 miles northeast. Dillon (pop; around 7,000) is located approx. 30 miles SW and is home to The University of Montana Western. These areas also offer expanded medical, commercial, institutional, and social amenities.

The historic towns of Nevada City and Virginia City where the famous Alder Gulch Gold Rush took place in the 1800’s. are located approx. 30 miles SW. Though considered ghost towns by Montana history, they are still very much alive and home to year round locals. Yellowstone National Park is approximately two hours road travel away.

The Big Hole River, which fronts the property for approximately 3,400 feet, is a well know trout stream and is rich in history. Lewis and Clark surely traveled past the property in their quest for a river passage to the West Coast of America. About five river miles downstream from the property, the Big Hole River confluences with the Beaverhead River and forms the Jefferson, the west fork of the Missouri River. This area is truly a Mecca for the river enthusiast and fisherman!

Description of the land

Approximately sixty acres of land located five road miles southwest of the small village of Twin Bridges, the Crowsfoot Ranch offers end of the road privacy together with approximately 3,400 ft of Big Hole River frontage. Access is via paved and graveled County road known as the High Road and dirt/gravel recorded road easement across State Lands. The property is in a very private and picturesque setting with ample riparian areas of cottonwood and willows. Improvements include an excellently designed and constructed cabin with many special features. It’s architect, Jonathan Foote of Livingston, is well known for high quality, hand crafted dwellings with artistic, rustic appeal. Constructed in 1997, the dwelling is modest in size and exceptional in quality. The main level has approx. 756sf gross living area with kitchen living room, master bedroom and bath. The upper loft level is around 384sf and is one bedroom. A substantial stone fire place is a focal improvement. The dwelling has a very warm and natural “feel” to it. A covered deck at the front and open deck in the rear offer enjoyable spots to enjoy the variety of weather that Montana has to offer. Heating is a propane, forced air system. The dwelling yard area has been professionally landscaped and is served by an underground sprinkler system.

The east boundary of the property is the centerline of the Big Hole River. As shown on the survey of the property (Certificate of Survey filed for record in Book 7 of Surveys, Page 1459-BA) the centerline distance is 3,430.63 feet. The river banks are lined with mature cottonwood and willows providing cover for abundant wildlife as well as excellent fishery habitat. The property also has irrigation water rights from the Big Hole River and has historically been used for irrigated hay and pasture. The property is located between two river access points (Pennington and Seidensticker) which provide reasonable put in and take out locations for floats to and from the property.

Elevation, Precipitation, and Climate

The elevation at the property is around 4,700 feet . According to Soil Conservation Service data, the average annual precipitation for the area is 12 inches. The average annual temperature is 40º F. The average frost free period is 100 days. By Montana standards, this is considered a mild winter area.

Price

$1,600,000

Brokers Comments

This property provides all the amenities and characteristics of much larger river tracts in a reasonable and controllable scale. It is one of the most private river parcels on the Big Hole River. The improvements are exceptionally designed and hand crafted to provide a very peaceful environment. The property is located in an area abundant with history and natural resources.

Contact Listing Agent for Exact Legal Description

FRANK COLWELL, LISTING BROKER
Cell: 406-596-1076 • Office: 406-684-5686 • Fax: 406-684-5687
email: frank.colwell@prumt.com