Deke Tidwell

$5,950,000

400 Acres

Philipsburg, Montana, 59858

Perched on a ridgetop with breathtaking views of the Pintler Range, Discovery Ski Area, and near 360- degree views of the surrounding valleys, this 400+/- acre retreat offers an exceptional opportunity to own a private sanctuary in the heart of Montana.Located just 20 minutes from the historic town of Philipsburg and surrounded by expansive and notable ranches, the property strikes the perfect balance between solitude and convenient access to a vibrant local community.The focal point is a meticulously designed and situated five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bathroom 7,700+/- square-foot custom log home. Thoughtfully crafted to maximize panoramic views, the residence features a master suite, gourmet kitchen with a breakfast nook, a formal dining room, and an oversized three-car garage. High-end, custom finishes and unique architectural elements enhance both comfort and elegance.Complementing the main residence are a set of operational improvements, including a six-stall enclosed equipment shed and a well-appointed two-stall horse barn with vet and tack rooms, washing facilities, and associated pens, shelters, and waterers.Philipsburg, a short drive northeast, serves as the hub of this rural community, offering essential services, boutique shops, dining, and lodging options. Known regionally as a place Montanans go to unwind, the town of approximately 900 residents has maintained its historic Western character and local charm. It is also home to the exclusive Ranch at Rock Creek, one of the nation's best candy stores, Discovery Ski Area and renowned western art gallery which rivals some of the best in the country. There area is also known for its premier hunting and fishing opportunities, including Georgetown Lake, and the Blue Ribbbon waters of the many forks of Rock Creek.Easily accessible, the ranch is just 90 minutes from Missoula International Airport, which provides daily flights from major hubs across the country. Missoula, Montana's second-largest city, offers a full range of services, including the University of Montana, two regional medical centers, a growing tech industry, and a thriving arts scene.This remarkable estate offers privacy, stunning natural beauty, and access to some of Montana's finest outdoor experiences-all within a convenient distance to modern amenities.The Facts:~ 400+/- acres with stunning views of the Pintler Mountain Range~ 7,720+/- square footage five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bathroom custom log home~ 26'x36' two stall horse barn with tack room, vet room, pens, washing station, bathroom, and washer/dryer~ 30'x84' enclosed equipment shed~ Desirable Philipsburg, Montana locale with nearby access to Georgetown Lake, Blue Ribbon Trout Stream Rock Creek, Discovery Ski Area, and Beaverhead Deer Lodge National Forest~ Property has already been subdivided into multiple lots for those with further development in mind~ Not encumbered by a conservation easement~ All season access from a maintained county road~ 2024 Taxes: $25,545

$5,000,000

228.72 Acres

Seeley Lake, Montana, 59868

Nestled at the gateway to the Swan Valley, Grey Wolf Guest Ranch offers a unique opportunity to own 229+/- acres nearly surrounded by Lolo National Forest. Ideal for group events and gatherings, the focal point of the property is the 7,800+/- square foot fully appointed lodge with two commercial kitchens, bar, and guest rooms. Set on a wide bench overlooking the grassy meadow and Finley Creek to the southwest, the improvement cluster offers several additional residences, shops, and outbuildings making this remote and private, inholding nearly self-sufficient. Situated in a recreational paradise, the Swan Valley and surrounding locales offer limitless recreational amenities from fishing in the nearby lakes and rivers to recreating in the adjacent public lands. Despite its remote and private experience, the lodge is a mere 25 minutes from the resort community of Seeley Lake and 1 hour and 30 minutes to Missoula, Montana’s second largest city. Grey Wolf Lodge is a unique and private offering catering to a multitude of use profiles in a setting that is nearly impossible to find in today's market.The Facts:~ 229+/- private acres with a mix of open meadows and timber~ Surrounded by Lolo National Forest on three sides for a nearly two-mile boundary~ 7,800+/- square foot lodge facility with two commercial kitchens, full bar, three-bedrooms, and two-and-a-half bathrooms~ Full liquor license available~ Four additional residences, one studio A-frame cabin, and one manager’s studio~ Ideal for group events, corporate retreats, and family gatherings~ 1 hour and 30 minutes from Missoula's airport/FBO; 25 minutes from the resort community of Seeley Lake~ Unlimited recreational amenities in the immediate area including several lakes, camping, hunting, fishing, and hiking~ Not encumbered by a conservation easement~ Property taxes based on previous years is approximately $24,317

$7,500,000

2,133.65 Acres

Kila, Montana, 59920

Nestled on the southern flank of the highest peak in the region lies the 2,134+/- acre Haskill Mountain Retreat, in Flathead County, Montana. Recreational opportunities abound with healthy populations of deer, elk, and bear situated in Hunting District 120, an over-the-counter tag district. Offering a 3.5+/- mile boundary with Flathead National Forest, the property is an ideal staging point to access thousands of additional acres of public ground to the north. For the development-minded, the property has been subdivided into multiple lots with a quality road system throughout and grid power to the eastern boundary. Each lot would enjoy expansive views of several mountain ranges and Brown's Meadow Valley below. Topographically, the property occupies a long ridge-oriented east to west including the top of Haskill Mountain at an elevation of 6,200+/- feet. Access is by way of the paved Brown's Meadow Road, behind a code-locked gate, 19 miles from Kalispell and 32 miles from Whitefish. Privacy, solitude, and unparalleled views in one of the fastest growing regions in Montana are hallmarks of this blank slate recreational holding.The Facts:~ 2,134+/- acre expansive south-facing ridge, including the top of Haskill Mountain~ Views of several mountain ranges, lakes, and valleys including distant views of Glacier National Park~ Multiple lots connected by a quality road system offering significant development potential for large lot subdivision or shared ranch concept~ Grid power, telephone and pavement to the eastern boundary.~ Coded gate at the ingress point from the paved county road with additional infrastructure in place for gate at property boundary~ No conservation easement, a land trust has identified the property as having significant conservation values and worthy of a conservation easement~ Marketable timber~ 3.5+/- mile boundary with Flathead National Forest to the north and a one-mile boundary with state ground to the south, increasing recreational opportunities~ Deer and elk habitat in Hunting District 120, an over-the-counter district~ Taxes based on previous years is estimated at $2,152~ Kalispell is 19 miles; 32 miles to Whitefish

$7,950,000

155 Acres

Darby, Montana, 59829

Efficient and compact in a setting that rivals some of the best in the West, Hart Bench Ranch sets a new bar for what a hobby operation can be. Situated on an eponymous bench in the shadows of the Bitterroot Mountains' most scenic peaks lies a near-perfect assemblage of irrigated meadows, riparian-influenced gullies, and a complete set of operational and residential improvements.With views of Trapper Peak and the most impressive prominences in the southern Bitterroot Range, the 2,895+/- square foot main home sits to the south of the Ranch's improvement cluster. Constructed in 2001, the log home imbues turn-of-the-century charm, reminiscent of some of the West's most adventurous eras. A guest home, two-car garage, two large shops, a greenhouse, and a Western-style saloon complement the residential components.Supporting the agricultural operation, the ranch boasts a new, 9,288-square-foot hay barn with equipment storage and a five-stall horse barn with wash station, tack, and vet room. With 58+/- acres under irrigation, the ranch provides sufficient feed for livestock. Nearly five miles of new split rail fencing tie it together, creating several pastures, paddocks, and perimeter enclosure.Recreationally, the ranch is home to deer and elk, and fishing is available in the pond. Two stems of the Bitterroot River flow nearby, creating the main channel just north of the ranch. There are multiple access points locally into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, one of the largest roadless areas in the lower 48, providing a vast array of recreational opportunities.Darby, just ten minutes north, is a charming Western town offering staples and dining with Hamilton and its more robust population center and FBO, roughly 30 minutes north. Missoula, Montana's second-largest metro area, is roughly one hour and thirty minutes to the north.Hart Bench Ranch provides a rare opportunity to own a complete yet manageable operation in a true Western setting.The Facts:~ 155+/- acre mix of irrigated meadow, improved pasture, and riparian-influenced open range with stunning views of Trapper Peak and the southern Bitterroot Mountain Range~ 58+/- acres currently irrigated by wheel-line with an additional 62 acres irrigatable~ 2,895+/- square foot four-bedroom, three-bath main house with wrap-around deck~ 2,225+/- square foot three-bedroom, two-bath guest home~ Detached garage with ADU above~ Over 6,100 square feet of additional shop space and equipment storage~ Western style saloon~ New 108'x86' (9,288+/- square foot) hay barn with equipment storage, squeeze chute, and vet area~ New 3,360+/- square foot five-stall horse barn with tack room, wash station, and vet room~ Heated and vented tunnel-style greenhouse and attached garden space ~ Approximately five miles of new split rail fencing~ Ten minutes to Darby, 30 minutes to Hamilton, one hour thirty minutes to Missoula~ Taxes are $10,581 based on previous years

$24,000,000

1,981 Acres

Lolo, Montana, 59847

Lolo Ranch is situated roughly 20 minutes south from Missoula, Montana's second largest metropolitan area. Tucked at the base of the famed Bitterroot Mountain Range, the property has extensive water rights utilizing two irrigation pivots supporting a robust livestock operation. Access is exceptional with a paved highway providing close proximity to a full suite of services including commercial and private air transportation from Missoula's newly renovated airport. Recreation is boundless, with millions of acres of public land directly adjacent to the property and unique access to several alpine lakes and the Lower 48's largest wilderness complex. The Bitterroot River, flowing through the center of the valley, provides world class trout fishing only minutes from the ranch. There are numerous professionally designed ski runs in the higher elevations making winter skiing or summer mountain biking a private and exclusive experience. One of the largest herds of resident elk in the northern Bitterroot Valley call the ranch home. With its carefully crafted professional ski runs, adjacent access to millions of acres of public ground and proximity to a significant population center, Lolo Ranch has all the raw ingredients for a world-class destination or lifestyle development catering to an emerging class of residents looking for a recreation-centric lifestyle surrounded by spectacular scenery.The Facts:~ 1,981+/- acres of rolling foothills, riparian corridors, forested ridges and irrigated meadows~ 5,000+/- square feet owner's residence with five bedrooms and six bathrooms ~ 155+/- acres under pivot irrigation~ Unrivaled potential for shared ranch lifestyle community or development with a focus on recreation and agriculture ~ Over two miles of underground mainline power, 1.4 miles of city-wide paved streets, 1.8 miles of pavement-ready gravel roads, miles of trails, and dozens of professionally designed ski runs~ The largest resident elk herd in the northern Bitterroot Valley occupies the ranch year-round ~ Approximately 3.5 miles of public land boundary providing exclusive access into the Lolo National Forest and Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, two alpine lakes, and the largest roadless area in the contiguous United States~ Significant water rights for irrigation and stock~ Not encumbered by a conservation easement, allowing a new owner to protect viewsheds, agricultural soils and wildlife corridors by limiting development should they choose~ 15 minutes south of Missoula, Montana; under 30 minutes to Missoula's regional airport

$9,000,000

513 Acres

Florence, Montana, 59833

Located less than 30 minutes from downtown Missoula, this diverse assemblage offers a rare opportunity to own one of the more unique offerings in western Montana. Situated in the foothills of the Bitterroot Mountain Range, Peregrine Peak Ranch provides an exceptional mix of recreational amenities, a modest production component, and a custom log home. Consisting of roughly 513 acres, the ranch rises gently from the valley floor, crossing productive meadows before entering the forest interface. From there, the elevation increases up the McClain Creek Canyon, where it meets with Lolo National Forest and a coveted 640-acre, 83 AUM state grazing lease.The centerpiece of the ranch is a 5,000+ square foot custom log home nestled in the trees overlooking the bucolic Bitterroot Valley. Built in 2006, this five-bedroom, six-bathroom residence imbues rustic charm but with all the modern amenities. The 2,500+ main level includes a primary suite, vaulted great room, luxury kitchen, and laundry facilities. Below grade is the fully finished walkout basement with a family room, wine cellar, office, and four additional bedrooms.Recreationally, the ranch is home to the northern Bitterroot Valley’s most recognizable elk herd, often seen on the ranch and in the surrounding neighborhoods. Numbering between 100 and 150 animals, they rarely leave the area, preferring the food, water, and cover the ranch provides. In addition to elk, the ranch is home to mule deer in the upper elevations, with whitetail primarily inhabiting the lower ranch. The ranch offers miles of roads and trails with almost exclusive access to the Lolo National Forest directly from the property.Agriculturally, the ranch could support a small cattle operation, with nearly 82 acres under pivot irrigation and a 640-acre state grazing lease.The Facts:~ 513+/- acre mix of timber, irrigated pasture and open meadow~ 5,000+/- square foot five-bedroom, six-bathroom custom log residence with double car garage and wrap-around deck in a private forest setting~ McClain Creek frontage and associated riparian zones~ 83 AUM state grazing lease on 640 acres~ Approximately a quarter-mile boundary with Lolo National Forest providing access into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness~ 83+/- acres under pivot irrigation~ Spectacular geologic cliff formations with nesting Peregrine falcons~ 30 minutes to downtown Missoula~ Alternative configurations are possible should buyers wish to add more ground

$7,650,000

804 Acres

Montana, 59847

Tucked above the alluvial benches on the west side of the Bitterroot Valley and below Lolo Peak lies a legendary recreational retreat full of potential for the adventurous. With its dozens of professionally designed ski runs and miles of hiking trails and two-track roads, it would be difficult to source a more unique opportunity so close to modern amenities.The summit at Lolo Ranch, located minutes from Missoula, offers over 800 acres in two tracts. The ski hill boasts nearly 700 acres of mixed timber and meadow with both gentle and advanced runs. These may be used for private downhill skiing/snowboarding in the winter, then repurposed in the summer for other trail-oriented activities like mountain biking or horseback riding. With its stunning setting near McClain Creek and below some spectacular cliff faces, the approximately 109-acre base area offers more moderate topography suitable for a variety of residential or hospitality use profiles. Power and water are in, making the site build-ready.In addition to recreation dedicated to gravity junkies, the Summit at Lolo Ranch is home to one of northern Bitterroot's most notable elk herds, which are often seen on the property and in the surrounding areas. Mule and whitetail deer, coyotes, and bears also call the ranch home.If over 800 acres isn't enough, the ranch shares a one-and-three-quarters-mile boundary with the Lolo National Forest, providing exclusive entry at nearly 6,200 feet in elevation. From that point, an owner will have unparalleled access to two mountain lakes, giving way to millions of acres of public land, including the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness.Situated half an hour from vibrant Missoula, the property is near a full suite of amenities, including two regional hospitals, the University of Montana, a commercial airport, fine dining and shopping.The Facts:~ 804+/- acres~ .83+/- miles of McClain Creek~ 1.75+/- mile public land boundary with exclusive access into Lolo National Forest~ Dozens of professionally designed private ski runs; miles of hiking trails and two-tracks~ Exclusive, high elevation access into Lolo National Forest and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness~ Hunting District 260~ 30 minutes to Missoula~ Power and well in at the most desirable building site~ Unique and private build site with views of the Bitterroot Valley and McClain Creek Canyon~ Alternative configurations are possible should buyers wish to add more ground