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Twin Bridges - #165011

$1,280,000

Location

This scenic area is found perfectly situated between Twin Bridges and Whitehall, Montana. The property lies just N of the Jefferson River Bridge approximately 8 miles from Twin Bridges, Montana. The property itself resides right on the Jefferson River with over 3/4 of mile of frontage. This is one of the many world famous trout streams in the Ruby Valley. The Greater Ruby Valley of Southwest Montana is a ranching community with some of the finest big game hunting and fishing in the country. The proximity of the Ruby, Beaverhead, Madison, Big Hole and Jefferson rivers and surrounding mountains with ample public lands enhance the popularity of the valley.

Acreage

This 100+/- acre parcel has approximately 3/4 of a mile of the Jefferson River on it’s eastern boundary. The property has been surveyed to the center line of the river and includes three parcels which could be boundary adjusted to suit multiple sales. Additionally, the Creeklyn Ditch bisects the property and creates a variety of habitat for all types of native game animals and birds. The property also enjoys easy access off Hwy 41 just 8 miles N of Twin Bridges. Views of the Tobacco Root and Highland Mountains are spectacular. The property has two modest cabins with utilities and another site which was perked for a septic system. The improvements are tucked in the trees and a private drive leads off Hwy 41 where you will enjoy the seclusion that this location affords. There are water rights which flood irrigate the pastures and there is a portion of the meadows which have historically been hayed. The current owner leases the pasture to a local ranch.

Recreational Opportunities

Living in the Jefferson River Valley offers some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities in Southwest Montana. World class trout fishing is out your back door on the Jefferson River. Additionally, the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Ruby and Madison Rivers are within a short drive of the Property. Migratory waterfowl, pheasant and wild turkey frequent the property. The property and adjoining lands have abundant cover making it an excellent whitetail deer and moose habitat. This area also supports some of Montana’s best big-game hunting in the proximate Deerlodge National Forest; Tobacco Root, Highland and Gravelly Mountain Ranges. Just adjacent the property to the West is public land (BLM) to enjoy for hiking, riding or hunting.

Community

This property is located in Madison County just 8 miles North of Twin Bridges and approximately 20 miles South of Whitehall. For mailing purposes, your address would be Twin Bridges. Butte is just 45 miles west and Bozeman lies 80 miles East. Both of these cities have commercial airports and all of the services and shopping amenities of larger cities.



Whitehall offers a K-12 school with about 440 children (Class B School) enrolled, 9 churches of several denominations, a medical and dental clinic and ambulance services. In addition, Whitehall offers 2 parks, rodeo grounds, baseball fields, summer swimming pool, movie theatre, and volunteer fire department. There are four higher learning institutions within an hours drive of Whitehall. Montana Tech is located in Butte, 26 miles to the West; Montana State University only 60 miles east in Bozeman; Western Montana College is 56 miles to the South in Dillon and Carroll College is only 68 miles to the North in Helena. Each of these Universities are 4 year schools that offer a variety of courses and culture.

Twin Bridges, (2000 pop. 400), boasts one the of the best K-12 schools in the area, home to Madison County Fair Grounds & Rodeo Arena, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Park and a small town western attraction with all the necessary amenities. Twin Bridges, where the Beaverhead, Ruby and Big Hole Rivers converge to form the Jefferson is noted for it’s superb fly-fishing and big game hunting in the surrounding Tobacco Root and Highland Mountains. Twin Bridges has a county maintained airport featuring a full time airplane mechanic on staff, airplane fueling capabilities and a paved and lighted runway.

Historic Virginia City is just 30 minutes SE from Twin Bridges where you can experience the flavor of the old West come alive. Restored from its hay day as a gold mining community in the 1800’s you can experience first hand what it was like to stroll on the board walks of a thriving gold rush town.

Improvements

There are two cabins nestled in the trees, one which has a sleeping loft, kitchen, living area & bath, and the other is a dry cabin with sleeping area.

Main Residence:

The main cabin has tile floors, granite counter top on the breakfast bar, hickory cabinets, 1 bath and sleeping loft. Electric heat and lots of windows and wood accents for a cozy retreat.

Price

$1,280,000

Brokers Comments

Significant Jefferson River frontage with additional riparian habitat features on three defined tracts of land. The property has water rights, two secluded cabins, well, septic and utilities in place. Outstanding views and proximity to both Butte and Bozeman enhance the desirability of this offering.

Contact Listing Agent for Exact Legal Description

SHOWING INFORMATION:
TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING PLEASE CONTACT OUR EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGENT:
Michelle Van Dyke, Broker, ALC
cell: 406 596--0805
106 N. Main St./P.O. Box 400, Twin Bridges, MT 59754
Phone: 406-684-5686
Email: michelle.vandyke@prumt.com www.PruMT.com