Escape to your own private Montana retreat on 5 forested acres overlooking the growing town of Whitefish, Montana. Surrounded by mature timber, this unique property captures sweeping valley views, spectacular sunsets, and stunning Swan Mountain Range alpenglow, offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience just minutes from our popular downtown district and endless year-round recreation at your fingertips. At the heart of the property is a thoughtfully built rustic dry cabin that blends timeless craftsmanship with the simplicity of off-grid living. Powered by a solar system with generator backup, it provides a comfortable basecamp for weekend escapes, outdoor adventures, or peaceful evenings surrounded by nature. A separate Yurt, perched higher on the hillside, expands the property's versatility as guest accommodations, a creative studio, or a quiet retreat with elevated views. The gently sloping landscape offers room to explore, relax, and enjoy the natural beauty of Northwest Montana while also providing excellent potential for future development. Electricity is available at the corner of the property, creating additional possibilities as your vision evolves. Whether you're looking for a recreational getaway, a private mountain retreat, or a scenic property to enjoy while planning your future home, this one-of-a-kind offering delivers the Montana lifestyle so many seek. Enjoy the peace of a wooded setting with the convenience of being just minutes from downtown, Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, multiple golf courses, rivers, lakes, hiking trails, and Glacier National Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$2,498Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Eric Perlstein• Keller Williams Realty Northwest Montana
Listed by Brandon Trust• Keller Williams Realty Northwest Montana
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own 5 private acres overlooking the growing mountain town of Whitefish, Montana. This gently sloping, forested parcel is covered in mature timber and captures sweeping valley views, spectacular sunsets, and beautiful Swan Mountain Range alpenglow in the distance. Offering an ideal blend of privacy, scenery, and convenience, this property provides the feeling of a secluded mountain retreat while remaining just minutes from our downtown district, Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, multiple golf courses, rivers, lakes, hiking trails, and countless year-round recreational opportunities. The property's varied topography offers several attractive locations for a future homesite, allowing you to take full advantage of the views and natural surroundings. Electricity is available at the corner of the property, providing added convenience for future development. Existing improvements allow you to begin enjoying the property immediately. Nestled among the trees, the thoughtfully built rustic dry cabin offers classic Montana charm and is supported by a solar power system and generator for off-grid enjoyment. Perched higher on the hillside, a separate yurt captures the elevated views and provides flexible space for guests, recreation, or creative pursuits. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend retreat, a future homesite, or an investment in one of Northwest Montana's most sought-after areas, this remarkable parcel offers privacy, mature timber, outstanding views, and the convenience of being just minutes from everything Whitefish has to offer. A unique opportunity to enjoy the property today while planning for tomorrow.
MRMLS #22204222
Apr 15, 2022
Listed
$1,095,000
$2,738/sq ft
MRMLS #22113255
Aug 18, 2021
Listed
$1,395,000
$3,488/sq ft
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Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2025.
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Suburban Residential District
A district to provide estate-type development. These areas would normally be located in rural areas away from concentrated urban development, typically not served by water or sewer services, or in areas where it is desirable to permit only low-density development (e.g., extreme topography, areas adjacent to floodplains, airport runway alignment extensions).
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Agriculture
Equestrian facility
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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