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Darby,MT 59829
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,352 sqft
Price per Sqft $311
MLS Listing ID 30047896
Style Other
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1990
Annual Tax Amount $7,315
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 19.550 Acres
Acres 19.55
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Imagine owning a piece of the real Montana—where the spirit of the West meets luxury, privacy, and rugged beauty. Just minutes from the iconic Chief Joseph Ranch—famous as the Dutton family's home in Yellowstone—this stunning equestrian estate invites you to live the dream so many only watch on screen. Set on nearly 20 acres bordering endless Forest Service land, this is more than a home—it's a self-sustaining retreat built for adventure, serenity, and lasting legacy in the heart of Big Sky Country. Ride straight from your property into the wilderness. Fish the legendary West Fork of the Bitterroot River in under five minutes. Ski Lost Trail Powder Mountain in just 30. Or simply enjoy the peace and privacy of your own mountain retreat, complete with panoramic views, lush irrigated pasture, and three serene ponds. The main residence is a custom-designed masterpiece of western living, featuring four bedrooms plus a bonus room, a game room with wet bar and wine fridge, a cozy library nook sauna, music studio, and a double garage. Thoughtful details like wrap-around decks, multiple fireplaces, and a private hot tub maximize your connection to nature and the stunning south valley vistas.
The home includes a private 1-bedroom guest wing with a full kitchen, bath, and separate entrance. A second fully-equipped studio apartment—an 840 sq ft space above the large detached shop—has served successfully as a vacation rental.
Equestrian and ranch amenities include:
• 5-stall barn with tack room and hay storage
• Large riding arena
• Steel pipe fencing
• Irrigated pastures
• Chicken coop and enclosed run
• Fenced garden with fertile soil and optimal sunlight
Built for self-sufficiency and peace of mind, the property includes solar panels, electric utilities, and a full-home generator for uninterrupted living. Whether you're raising horses, cultivating a garden, or watching elk and deer cross the land at dawn, this property offers an unmatched Montana lifestyle.
It's not just a home—it's a private sanctuary built for legacy living in Big Sky Country.
Location
State MT
County Ravalli
Rooms
Basement Daylight,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features Sauna,Additional Living Quarters
Heating Geothermal,Wood Stove
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 2
Equipment Generator
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator
Laundry Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony,Garden,Hot Tub/Spa
Parking Features Additional Parking
Garage Spaces 4.0
Fence Other
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Phone Available
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Desc Well
View Meadow,Mountain(s)
Roof Type Metal
Porch Deck,Patio,Wrap Around,Balcony
Building
Entry Level Two
Foundation Poured
Sewer Private Sewer,Septic Tank
Water Well
Architectural Style Other
Level or Stories Two
Additional Building Arena,Barn(s),Poultry Coop,Workshop
New Construction No
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 13107312301070000
Special Listing Condition Standard