Madison River near Cameron, MT
A common thread among my friends who are looking for property in this area of Montana revolves around the dream of having a property where they can walk out their back door and hear the calming rush of water. From small, private creeks to the power and recreational opportunities of rivers like the Madison and Yellowstone, the presence of water has always been a large driving factor in the decision to purchase investment or recreational properties.
In our little corner of the globe, we have been overwhelmingly endowed with access to phenomenal water courses. The fishing on the Madison, Gallatin, Yellowstone and Missouri are famed for a reason and smaller stretches of live water such the spring creeks in Paradise Valley, the East Gallatin, Smith, and Stillwater Rivers are as good or better in terms of fisheries with limited access making them highly sought after destinations.
If you are looking for property that has direct river frontage on these or other fabled Mon ...
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9 Mill Creek Road, Paradise Valley, Montana
There are few places in this world as aptly named as Paradise Valley, Montana. The dramatic peaks of the Absaroka Mountain range frame the backdrop of the famed Yellowstone River valley as it meanders its way out of our nation’s first national park. The surrounding land has been contoured by millennia of nature’s influence and it not only is home to dramatic peaks and lush valleys, but to open grasslands, high alpine forests and life abundant spring creeks. Located in the heart of this valley is the property at 9 Mill Creek Road, encompassing 20 acres of prime Yellowstone river frontage with staggering views of the mountains.
The home comprises over 3,900 square feet of which over 3,100 are finished living space. As you enter into the home you are greeted by a quaint kitchen with windows that drink in mountain landscape and river views. Entering the northerly wing of the home reveals two bedrooms and two bathrooms that are si ...
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Centre Sky Architecture, Ltd. is a professional design firm with a wide range of experience in all types of architecture. The firm believes in a commitment to the highest quality solution for their clients, unique tailored design, and a heavy emphasis on ecological integration. Centre Sky has clients throughout the US and internationally. Their work sweeps from the mesas of Southwestern Colorado to the peaks and valleys of the Northern Rocky Mountains. They hold licenses in Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah and specialize in custom residential, vacation homes, resort architecture, master planning, commercial buildings, and historic restoration.
Quality work is their first priority. When selecting materials, they plan for the future, researching new materials and techniques, while also respecting age-old building practices. Quality materials and quality construction result in a building that stands this test of time.
Sustainable Design Philosophy
Centre Sky Architecture approaches ...
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Complete Project Resource, Inc. (also referred to as “CPR”) is a Bozeman, Montana based business that has built its operations and reputation on the ability to oversee the construction of luxury primary and vacation homes – ensuring consistent quality and limiting unnecessary costs throughout the process. In this way, Complete Project Resource acts as a proxy for their client’s interests.
Company Inception and Management
Complete Project Resource, Inc. was co-founded in May of 2005 by E. Louie Loucks and Jay J. Cartwright. Louie, Jay and their management team have over thirty-five years of combined experience in the construction industry, managing over 50 projects with construction costs in excess of $100 million. Their team has experience building, managing, and overseeing complex construction projects in the high-end residential and custom commercial markets. Their leadership is focused on redefining the client representative industry and protecting the interests of their clients.
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Red Twig Lane is located on Tract 6 of Old River Farm. The unique qualities of this parcel, within an area already known for is peaceful setting, include approximately .3 miles of the meandering East Gallatin River, mature cottonwood trees and panoramic vistas of the Bridger Mountains. The river is less that a minutes’ walk from the building envelope and the sounds of water caressing the rocky bottom of the river can be heard from many areas on the property. The river is fringed with mature trees and large stands of willow line its banks and the community trails.
The River
Often referred to as the "locals’ river", the East Gallatin is an appealing option when fishing in the Bozeman area. Beginning near Bozeman and meandering almost exclusively through private land, the East as it is referred to in the local vernacular, is truly a remarkable and intimate stream that boasts some of the largest trout in the valley. Access to the river can be exceedingly difficult because of ...
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VIew of Absaroka Mountains from Bullis Creek Ranch
The Property
It is a rare property that encompasses an unobstructed panoramic view of an incredible alpine wilderness that also offers unparalleled privacy within walking distance of a highly desirable mountain community. The 6,765± acre (5,485 deeded) Bullis Creek Ranch utilizes its natural topography and large private neighboring holdings to create an ultra-private setting only six miles from Livingston.
Located in the sought-after Paradise Valley, which offers the only year-round entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Bullis Creek Ranch consists of productive irrigated lands on the Yellowstone River Valley floor and transitions through a range of microclimates before reaching the high alpine forested areas of Wineglass Mountain. The valley climbs gently up through lightly treed mountain rangeland to inviting stands of aspen tucked under a dramatic rock face. Home sites from virtually any spot in the valley command truly dramatic views of the t ...
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Joe Brooks Madison-Gallatin TU Yellowstone River Clean-Up
The Chapter
Joe Brooks Trout Unlimited, based in Livingston, is the oldest active local TU chapter in the state of Montana. Formed in 1968, they currently have 197 members and a 10 member Board of Directors dedicated to conserve, protect and restore the Yellowstone River and its tributaries. JBTU has received both state and national attention for their work on behalf of the Yellowstone River and one of the most successful annual events they host is the one day clean-up of the river.
Pre-event Instructions to Volunteers
The Event
The river clean up emerged after a group of local fishing guides and conservationists realized that the pristine Yellowstone River that they called home was no longer so pristine in some places. Spring flooding, recreational users, illegal dumping and legacy businesses along the banks of the fabled river had taken their toll over the years. As members of both Joe Brooks ...
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Crazy Mountains north of Big Timber, MT
The Beauty of Road Trips
One of the benefits of working with ranches for sale in Montana is the opportunity to experience some really amazing country and meet some really remarkable people. I was reminded of both of these important points this past weekend when business took me to the town of Winifred, MT to view another fantastic Montana ranch. This was my first trip to this particular burg and it reminded me very much of the town where I was raised. Winifred is a small community (Pop. 156) that had been much larger during the boom years of the 1920’s and 30’s. It is surrounded by tillable farmland, vast expanses of grazing land and dramatic topographical changes as you ventured north out of town towards the Missouri River and the famed Missouri Breaks country.
I left Bozeman early and by the time I was a short trek north of Big Timber, the sun was rising on the eastern front of the Crazy Mountains. The Crazies rise dramatically from ...
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Mountain Living’s 2010 “Most Responsible” Project of the Year Award has been bestowed upon “Headwater Camp”, a cabin located within the prestigious Yellowstone Club at
Big Sky, Montana. This Dan Joseph Architects design was evaluated and selected based upon the utilization of Historic Architecture, respect for Cultural Heritage, outstanding Natural Beauty and the incorporation of Sustainable Design principals. The project is featured in Mountain Living’s March/April 2010 publication which is currently in circulation.
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One of my featured Bozeman homes for sale is the custom home located at 512 Old Farm Road. This Montana luxury home, located with the community of Old River Farm, was designed by internationally recognized architect Jerry Locati. Locati’s work has been featured in some of the most widely circulated, luxury property magazines in the Rocky Mountain West. These include but are not limited to Architectural Digest, Mountain Living and Cowboys and Indians. Built by another award winning company, Sclauch-Bottcher Construction of Bozeman, MT, who built Mountain Living’s “Home of the Year” in 2006, the home is 5,400 square feet delicately balanced between expansive and cozy.
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