Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Polaris, Montana

Looking for a spacious cabin with mature trees and a year round creek, that also borders public lands? This 4,808 sf cabin has a main floor w/vaulted ceiling and large windows, a second floor/loft, and a fully finished walk-out basement w/high ceilings. Located on 12.34 acres, the property borders state lands which lie next to Forest Service lands that go on for miles. Clark Creek flows along the other side of the property and it is lined with willows and aspens. You can hear the sounds of the creek from the interior of the residence, as well as from the porches, decks and patios surrounding the home. The entrance has a covered porch, looking toward the mountains. The large deck on the main floor looks out over the valley and is an excellent place to view the stars, in the pristine skies of this mountain valley. The walk out basement has a patio and the upstairs office has French doors that open to a covered balcony. There are two bedrooms upstairs and the master bedroom is on the main floor. The main floor has an open concept living area, along with the main kitchen and dining area. A large river rock fireplace provides heat and adds to the rustic mountain ambiance. The downstairs has its own kitchen, an entertainment area w/wood stove, 2 bedrooms (without windows) and a full bath. The home is heated by radiant hot water/gas furnace and the 1000 gallon propane tank is buried. There is a 30 x 40 shop with an overhang, tucked in the aspens. The aspens, willows and meadow surrounding the home provide excellent habitat for the elk, moose, antelope and deer that wander throughout the area. High up on Sawtooth, you can find mountain goats. This area of southwest Montana is known for its excellent hunting and fishing, and there are high elevation lakes that have Arctic grayling. If you like winter outdoor recreation, there are ample opportunities for snowmobiling, skiing, and visiting the local hot springs, with Maverick Mountain Ski Area and Elkhorn Hot Springs just minutes away. This property is a hidden gem with end of the road privacy and access to miles and miles of public lands right outside your door. Call for a showing today!