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About the Listing 545502813 - mt.545501924,mt.heidisantone21
Experience the perfect blend of rugged independence, refined comfort, and world-class recreation at Big Sky Ridge Ranch, a true one-of-a-kind Montana retreat. Set against the serene backdrop of breathtaking mountain scenery, this exceptional 197 acre property offers privacy, functionality, self-sufficiency, and unmatched outdoor opportunities in the heart of Western Montana’s premier recreation country. The heart of the ranch is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bath lodge with a spacious loft, thoughtfully crafted to combine rustic Montana character with modern comfort. Inviting living spaces, contemporary amenities, and an efficient off-grid design create a warm and peaceful basecamp for year-round living, private retreats, or guest hospitality. Built for both work and play, the property features an impressive collection of improvements, including a 25’ x 70’ shop, a 30’ x 60’ seven-stall horse barn, and a 35’ x 80’ equipment shed, offering abundant space for horses, equipment, vehicles, recreational gear, hobbies, or business operations. The ranch is fully equipped for off-grid living with solar power, generators, 300 gallons of propane and a 2,000-gallon creek-fed water cistern, providing reliable functionality in a spectacular remote setting. Spanning four mining claims, the property includes valuable mineral rights and water rights, adding long-term value and versatility. The land itself is rich with natural beauty and abundant resources, featuring vast timbered ridges, lush creek bottoms, spectacular mountain views, diverse wildlife habitat, and the kind of scale, freedom, and privacy that defines the Montana lifestyle. For the outdoor enthusiast or recreation entrepreneur, Big Sky Ridge Ranch is extraordinary. The property offers direct access to hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horseback and snowmobiling trails, including access to the renowned Hiawatha Trail. The Ranch is also positioned near Lookout Pass a renowned ski resort, and surrounded by Lolo National Forest, and extensive public lands. The offering is further enhanced by approximately 45,000 acres of permitted National Forest operating area, two authorized seasonal forest camps, and 305 licensed use days supporting hunting and recreational outfitting opportunities. Wildlife commonly found in the area includes elk, deer, moose, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, upland birds, and other native species, making this a true haven for those who live for the outdoors. Whether your vision is a private mountain getaway, legacy estate, hunting lodge, equestrian retreat, recreation basecamp, or full-scale outfitting business, Big Sky Ridge Ranch delivers a rare combination of comfort, infrastructure, access, and income-producing potential. Big sky Ridge Ranch isn't just a property. It's a lifestyle, an adventure and rare opportunity to own a piece of the American West.
Listing Highlights
Status
Active
Days on Site
2
Property Type
Residential
MLS ®
30072703
Year Built
2016
Total Square Footage
2,100
Lot/Acreage
197
County
Mineral
Interior Details
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2 Full
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Fuel Tank(s)
- Air Cond:
- Heating: Propane,Wood Stove
- Fireplaces: 1
- Floor:
- Above Ground Sq Ft:
- Below Ground Sq Ft: 0
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Other: Fireplace,Main Level Primary,Open Floorplan,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Water: Cistern,See Remarks
Exterior Details
- Lot Description: Rock Outcropping,Secluded,Views,Wooded
- Garage Capacity: N/A
- Zoning: None
- Roof: Metal
- Others: Storage,Propane Tank - Owned,Propane Tank - Leased,Barn(s),Shed(s),Workshop
- Sewer: Private Sewer,Septic Tank
- Parking Features: Additional Parking
Financial Details
- Tax Amount: $2,471
- Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
- Tax/Property ID: 54297033101030000
- Tax Year: 2025
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2197 W Tower Rd Saltese, MT 59867
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