3906 illinois bench road

Where wide-open skies meet working land and freedom has no limits—this 38+-acre Montana ranch is the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for. This exceptional property is fully equipped for those seeking a true working ranch and an authentic Western way of life. The acreage is in quality hay production and thoughtfully laid out for livestock and horses, with established irrigation from BRID plus a developed spring providing reliable stock water. The comfortable 3 bed, 2 bath home is designed to embrace its surroundings, featuring south-facing passive solar exposure, a cozy wood stove, and expansive windows that capture breathtaking mountain views in every direction. Warm, inviting, and efficient, it’s the perfect base for both daily ranch operations and quiet Montana living. Surrounded by the Bitterroot Mountains to the West and the Sapphire Mountains to the East and lots of open space in every direction - this is MT at its best. Infrastructure is already in place to support a variety of agricultural pursuits, including a horse barn, hay barn, milking parlor, pond and detached garage and shop space—making this a turnkey setup for equestrian use, hobby farming, or small-scale production. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a mature fruit orchard offering apples, plums, cherries, and more, along with established garden beds ready for your seasonal harvests. With no covenants, you’ll enjoy the freedom to expand, build, and use the land to fit your vision. A rare opportunity to own a versatile, well-equipped ranch where productivity meets beauty—ready for you to step in and live the Montana lifestyle from day one.