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Fire Tower Ranch consists of 379± deeded acres bordering BLM land for 1.75± miles, which then borders Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, offering the owner thousands of acres of public land to recreate on. Boasting majestic vistas with Big Sky views, this property is truly one of a kind. Emanating a true wild west feel, the improvements include a replica of a 3 story, 100-year-old United States Forest Service (USFS) fire lookout tower; truly a work of art, as well as custom guest quarters, a workshop/barn, a reclaimed trapper’s cabin, and an irrigated greenhouse and planter beds. Using reclaimed lumber, as well as large boulders and rocks, the improvements on the property are custom, with particular attention to detail in order to replicate the early 1900’s wild west era. This property has it all, including staggering views of seven mountain ranges, views of both the Ruby and Madison Valleys and wildlife ranging from bears and moose to eagles and elk.

 

PROPERTY FACTS:

  • Improvements are solar powered
  • Stunning mountain views in every direction of seven mountain ranges
  • Property is under a conservation easement with Montana Land Reliance
  • Excellent location, less than 30± minutes to Virginia City and Ennis, Montana
  • Direct access to BLM and National Forest land
  • Great hunting and mountain lake fishing opportunities on or adjacent to the property
  • Butcher Creek runs year-round through the property, along with multiple springs
  • Less than 30 minutes to the Ruby and Madison Rivers
  • Excellent hiking and horseback riding on the property with access to thousands of acres of public land
  • Fire Tower Ranch is being offered fully furnished. List to be provided by Seller upon accepted offer.

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