Judd Creek Country Escape , Missoula, MT (Missoula County)

The main level at the point of entry opens up to onto hardwood floors and to one side of a stately staircase is an inviting living room with a gas fireplace. Beyond this a garden sun room, covered in tile, with windows galore and also featuring a gas fireplace. The master suite has a plush sitting area with masonry gas fireplace, two doors leading onto a private outdoor deck, a special television cabinet for bedtime viewing, and a massive bathroom. In the tile bathroom are two sink/vanities one with a dressing/makeup table, a jetted bathtub, glass shower and two full closets. On the opposite side of the home a formal dining room is easily accessed from the spacious, modern kitchen with its crescent island. An informal dining area is open to the kitchen, as is a cozy family room with fireplace. A pantry and a guest powder room are conveniently placed near this entertainment hub.

The upper level of the home consists of a private bedroom/bathroom suite and dual offices separated by a full bathroom. Each offering its own unique qualities, the offices are efficient as well as handsome with built-in bookcases, shelving and outside patio.

After passing through a heated tile floor mud room with utility sink, toilet, laundry area and numerous storage closets, the south wing of the home unfolds. Here is located the state-of-the-art media room featuring three television screenswhat better way to keep tabs on all your favorite teams at once! The surround sound, audio and video functions are housed in a separate room behind the scenes. Four electronically operated leather reclining theatre chairs are aligned for optimal viewing. A pub table and full bar make for a pleasant entertaining environment. Shelving to show sport memorabilia is plentiful.

A completely enclosed walkway leads to the three-bay garage. Two additional single bays are located farther beyond, all accessed from the interior, for a total of five spaces.

The Loft is a two-story section housing a hobby room with work bench area and half-bath on the main level. The upper level serves as a large recreational room with game table, sitting area, pool table and television, plus full bathroom. A scenic walk-out deck is poised to overlook the grounds and pond/gazebo area.

With access gained from an exterior entrance, a one bedroom apartment is located over the full garage. This cozy area offers privacy for the visiting or long-term guest with a kitchenette, dining table, living room and full bathroom.

Features about the exterior of this grand home are as incredible as the interior. The private road and the circular drive are paved and all outbuildings including a generator shed with generator that automatically kicks in to service the entire house in the event of power loss perfectly coordinate with the home in beautifully stained cedar. The backyard of the home is fenced using posts and rails, and contained within the yard are terraced landscaping arrangements and a lovely concrete patio that directly faces the mountain. Beyond the fenced area are two ponds, a smaller spring-fed upper pond cascades into a lower pond via a waterfall effect. A gazebo above both ponds takes in all the surrounding views. Judd Creek meanders as it creates the north property line on this 13.55 acre property*. Plenty of good water rights and three wells keep the grounds lush. Another pond at the north boundary is kept natural, attracting wildlife and waterfowl.

Other attributes include lots of long-lasting composite decking surrounding the house, stone pillars and gables that complement the stately exterior, an alarm system with keychain remotes and three cameras (that can be viewed on any interior television), and all the furnishings as in place. This home is a turnkey setup, ready to begin enjoying.

*An adjacent chalet-style home on 13.29 acres is also available for purchase. Currently utilized as a guest cottage supporting the primary residence, the three-level home features over 3,000 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. (See listing "Judd Creek Chalet" for further information on this property also being offered independently.)

Purchase options:

Primary Residence on 13.55 acres - $2,950,000

Primary Residence with Guest Chalet on 26.84 acres - $3,600,000

Recreational opportunities abound with the adjacent Forest Service lands. The Roaring Lion trailhead is two miles from the property offering incredible hiking, horseback riding and exploration options. Anglers love the Bitterroot River, a renowned blue-ribbon trout stream running the length of the Bitterroot Valley and with numerous access points for rafting and wading including an area three miles from this home. Downhill skiing is available within an hour at three prominent areas. Winter also brings with it great fun in cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. The Bitterroot Valley is an incredible playground!

Contact Jane Iten for a complete description of this magnificent property and options.