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Welcome to your private Montana sanctuary — 20.12 pristine acres bordering Forest Service land, offering unparalleled privacy and timeless mountain elegance.
Unwind in style on the expansive covered deck, perfectly positioned to overlook the tranquil pond and surrounding landscape.
An extraordinary setting where Montana’s skies become your daily masterpiece — sunrises and sunsets that inspire, enchant, and elevate every moment.
Spacious. Distinctive. Complete. This log home features a covered deck, heated garage with loft, and private hangar — everything you need for refined Montana living.
Enter to an inviting atmosphere where timeless design and cozy elegance create a space that instantly feels like home.
The expansive great room impresses with its generous scale, while rich wood accents infuse the space with warmth and welcoming charm.
The great room centers around a stunning stone fireplace, offering both visual impact and cozy warmth. A built-in blower system gently circulates heat throughout the home, combining rustic charm with modern comfort.
From its thoughtful Montana-inspired design to its inviting layout, this home exudes warmth and character. The stairway rises to a second-story primary en suite, offering comfort and seclusion.
With abundant counter space and thoughtful layout, the kitchen is both practical and inviting, ideal for those who love to cook and entertain.
A dedicated prep sink paired with ample cabinetry enhances functionality, making this kitchen a chef’s delight.
A generous kitchen window fills the space with natural light, enhancing the inviting warmth and Montana-inspired design.
Ample counters and thoughtfully designed cabinetry meet upscale appliances, creating a kitchen that’s as practical as it is beautiful.
Generous in scale, the pantry provides ample storage while maintaining the home’s refined Montana-inspired style.
Wood accents bring timeless Montana charm to the dining room, creating an intimate atmosphere for every occasion.
Seamless indoor-outdoor living — the covered deck extends naturally from the dining space, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the fresh Montana air.
The main floor bathroom features a generously sized soaking tub, offering the perfect retreat for relaxation and quiet moments.
The main floor bath artfully blends Montana log-inspired design with sleek, contemporary finishes, creating a space that is both warm and sophisticated.
Main-level laundry combines functionality and style, featuring ample storage, a utility sink, folding space, and natural light from large windows.
The landing provides a sweeping perspective of the great room, emphasizing the home’s generous proportions and rustic elegance.
From the landing, elegant French doors open into the expansive primary en suite, a private retreat that blends comfort with Montana-inspired sophistication
The primary bedroom is generously proportioned, with large windows that fill the space with natural light and highlight the warm, inviting ambiance.
Enjoy a jetted tub or the separate shower! The pedastal sink adds a sophisticated touch!Indulge in the spa-like primary bath, featuring a jetted tub, a separate shower, and a pedestal sink that adds an elegant, sophisticated touch.
A loft above the primary bedroom provides generous storage and flexible space, ideal as a quiet den or additional living area.
Designed with family and entertaining in mind, the finished basement provides a welcoming retreat for guests or extended stays.
Spacious and inviting, the basement living area is enhanced by a tongue-and-groove ceiling, combining rustic charm with refined style.
The larger of the two basement bedrooms showcases elegant wood wainscoting, beautifully echoed in the tray ceiling trim, creating a warm and inviting retreat.
The second basement bedroom offers generous space, providing comfort and versatility for family, guests, or a home office.
Designed with comfort in mind, the basement bathroom is both roomy and welcoming, perfect for guests.
The basement offers its own private exterior entrance, providing convenience, independence, and flexible living options.
The covered deck offers a peaceful Montana-inspired escape, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
Step onto the deck and be greeted by sweeping vistas and the chance to observe Montana’s abundant wildlife — a true outdoor sanctuary.
The expansive, covered deck provides an inviting space for family and friends to gather, offering comfort and enjoyment in every season.
The covered deck runs the entirStretching the full length of the home, the covered deck provides an ideal space to relax, entertain, and take in Montana’s stunning surroundings.
A tranquil pond enhances the landscape, creating a perfect setting to enjoy Montana’s abundant birds and wildlife from the comfort of your deck.
A world apart — where calm waters mirror Montana’s grandeur and every moment on the deck feels like a private escape.
The pond and backyard give any owner their own world. You can enjoy Montana living at its best!The pond and landscaped grounds create a world entirely your own — a private sanctuary where Montana living is experienced at its finest.
Nature thrives here — from the quiet presence of Montana’s larger wildlife to the flurry of birds nesting by the pond, it’s a living landscape to be enjoyed year-round
The pond is a masterpiece in every season — reflecting the beauty of Montana in every light and color.
From sunrise to sunset, the panoramic views provide a front-row seat to the artistry of the natural world.
The 32’×45’ heated garage offers abundant space, complete with a loft that could easily be transformed into a private apartment or guest quarters.
Generously sized, the garage accommodates vehicles, equipment, and recreational toys with ease, perfect for Montana living.
Generous in size, the garage offers room for vehicles, projects, and all your hobbies, making it as functional as it is spacious.
The garage loft provides versatile space that could be transformed into a guest apartment, art studio, or private office.
The 60x44 airplane hangar offers ample space for two planes or luxury vehicles.
A heated and air-conditioned finished area within the hangar creates a comfortable personal retreat, blending functionality with luxury.
This hangar features a fully finished, heated, and air-conditioned room designed as a home gym, ideal for fitness and recreation year-round.
The hangar is impressively spacious, offering versatile space for aircraft, vehicles, hobbies, or recreational pursuits.
Perfect for horse enthusiasts, the property includes fully fenced and cross-fenced pastures with flood irrigation for optimal care.
Each view to the east feels like fine art — the Sapphire Mountains shift in color and light, offering an ever-changing panorama of Montana’s elegance.
Each spring, the property awakens with flowering trees and the lush green of the Bitterroot, offering a season of unparalleled beauty.
Every season in the Bitterroot brings its own charm, complemented by sunrises and sunsets that frame the landscape in extraordinary light.
Your own Montana “Last Best Place” awaits, with peaceful Forest Service borders, stunning panoramic views, and a serene pond for ultimate relaxation.
Perched on a scenic bench southwest of Darby, this property offers breathtaking panoramic views that capture the essence of Montana’s rugged beauty.
You can easily see the property boundaries in this aerial view.
Discover the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility in this Montana retreat, offering access to pristine wilderness and a lifestyle like no other.
With 20.12 acres of private land, this property offers abundant space, freedom, and the perfect setting to enjoy Montana’s wide-open beauty.
Description
Welcome to your private Montana sanctuary - a remarkable 20.12-acre parcel perfectly positioned on a scenic bench just off West Fork Road. This exceptional property captures the spirit of the American West and offers the rare opportunity to live in the very landscape that inspired Yellowstone - truly, the Dutton Ranch neighborhood.Bordering thousands of acres of pristine Forest Service land, this property grants direct access to the largest wilderness area in the continental United States - a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, equestrians, and those seeking privacy amid breathtaking natural beauty. The handcrafted log home combines grand, open living with an inviting sense of warmth and intimacy. Expansive windows frame sweeping mountain and valley views, while a spacious deck overlooks the serene pond and horse pasture - the perfect vantage point for watching elk, deer, and other Montana wildlife wander through your land. The thoughtfully designed interior features a main level ideal for entertaining, a private primary suite on its own floor (with plenty of extra space for office or den), and a fully finished walkout lower level with two additional bedrooms, bath, and living area - perfect for guests or extended family. For the aviation or auto enthusiast, the 60'x44' airplane hangar offers ample space for two planes or luxury vehicles, complete with two finished, heated, and air-conditioned rooms. The adjacent 32'x45' heated garage with loft provides the opportunity to create a guest apartment, studio, or office. The property even includes a once-used airstrip - easily reestablished for private use.Love horses? This parcel is fenced and cross-fenced and has flood irrigation.Every detail of this estate reflects the essence of refined Montana living: expansive, elegant, and authentically Western. This is more than a home - it's a lifestyle, a statement, and a rare legacy property.Schedule your private tour today, and experience the Montana dream at its finest
Details
| MLS # | 30058126 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1981 |
| Days On Site | 362 |
| Listing Provided By | PureWest Real Estate - Hamilton | Teresa Polumsky |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,328 |
| Garage | 3 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | None |
| Acreage | 20.12 |
| Property View | Yes |
Exterior
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Meadow, Pasture, Views, Wooded |
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Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
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| Parking Features | Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 3120 |
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Area Information
| State | MT |
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| County | Ravalli |
| City | Darby |
| Zip Code | 59829 |
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| State | MT |
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| County | Ravalli |
| City | Darby |
| Zip Code | 59829 |
Listing Updated: September 29, 2026 at 10:43:50 PM PDT