825 ridge road

Seller welcomes you to your homesteader’s dream in the heart of Montana’s Bitterroot Valley! Just 10 minutes from Stevensville and moments from mountain and river recreation, this fully fenced, 2-acre mini-farm offers a rare blend of historic character, modern homestead potential, and panoramic Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountain views. Built in 1900 with additions in the 1970s, this charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, single-level farmhouse features an open floor plan with exposed wood beams and a propane corner fireplace. A spacious kitchen, large living area, and generous outdoor spaces — including a large west deck and east covered patio — makes this home perfect for both daily life and entertaining. Outbuildings & Infrastructure: - 6 Stall Barn: - 2 stalls converted to a large chicken coop - 1 stall hay room (holds over a ton in standard bales) - 3 livestock stalls - Opens to a feed pen leading to a fenced half acre pasture and round pen corral; 24' x 40' Detached Garage/Workshop: - 2 car capacity - Built-in mechanics walk-down pit - Additional workshop space; Additional Storage: - 2 detached tool & garden sheds - Extra-large well house with storage for canned goods; Gardens & Orchard: - Primary raised bed garden covering approximately 1/8 acre - Second garden space with fruit trees, berry bushes, and converted fountain flower garden - Several 75+ year old productive apple trees - Lilacs, a large chokecherry tree, American plums, and other decorative plantings; Utilities & Features: - Private well and septic system - Agricultural irrigation across property - Perimeter fenced with separately fenced approximate half acre pasture - Fiber optic internet just installed at the road - Perfect southern exposure for future solar power setup; Location: 16 minutes to Stevensville Town, minutes from Bitterroot River and public lands for fishing, hunting, hiking, and horseback riding. Ideal For: - Homesteaders - Hobby farmers - Market gardeners - Outdoor enthusiasts - Remote workers