FLATHEAD RIVER RANCH

Situated on the banks of the mighty Flathead River sits Flathead River Ranch – 210± deeded acres of farm ground, pasture, and irrigated hay meadows. In this pastoral setting in the Flathead Valley, the ranch is surrounded by multiple mountain ranges and large farms, while the communities of Kalispell, Bigfork, Whitefish, and Glacier National Park are located only a few minutes’ drive. The ranch is perfectly positioned to take advantage of all the aspects of a Montana lifestyle. With a private boat ramp and access to the Flathead River, access to Flathead Lake is an easy nine-mile boat ride. The ranch also provides private access to spring-fed Egan Slough on the west boundary, which provides recreational sport fishing for bass, perch, and pike as well as exceptional waterfowl viewing and hunting opportunities. Additionally, the ranch has a regulation skeet and trap range and an observation tower for wildlife viewing and further hunting opportunities. The signature feature of the ranch is the Flathead River which meanders in front of the property to the south. Here, the river is over 200 feet wide and over 60 feet deep with views across the river of the rich riparian forests, much of which is in a conservation easement. There is also a river-side recreation and campground area offering friends and family power for travel trailers. The comfortable improvements on the ranch consist of a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 5,000-square-foot main ranch home, beautifully remodeled in 2009, and a cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath guest home. A spacious heated and insulated main shop, several outbuildings, equipment sheds, storage areas, corrals, and a historic grain elevator make up the remainder of the headquarters’ improvements. The setting behind the main home and guest home is a manicured landscape along the banks of a spring-fed creek offering an environment of tranquility and peace. Opportunities to enjoy the ranch are varied with a unique combination of recreational, ranching, and farming components. Flathead River Ranch, in this very special Montana location, will provide much enjoyment to the next fortunate owner.

210± Deeded Acres
Private Flathead River Access with Boat Ramp and Dock
Private Egan Slough Access for waterfowl hunting & fishing for bass, perch and pike (spring-fed slough)
Mix of Riverfront, Sub-Irrigated Pasture, Irrigated Hay Meadows & Farm Ground (currently planted in barley)
Private Regulation Trap & Skeet Range
Campground with 14± power hook-ups
Main Ranch House – 5,000 sf 1979 home remodeled in 2009 including geothermal heating & cooling system
Guest Home – 2,000 sf modular with detached garage
Main Shop – heated & insulated with kitchen, lavatory & laundry facilities
Several agricultural outbuildings: grain silos, equipment sheds, loafing sheds, storage
The Main Domestic Water source is an artesian well
12 miles from Bigfork and Flathead Lake, 12 miles from Kalispell, 25 miles to Whitefish & 30 miles to Glacier National Park
Accessed by a well-maintained county road 1.35 miles off the pavement of MT Highway 35

OFFERING PRICE & CONDITIONS OF SALE

Flathead River Ranch, as previously described herein, is offered at US $5,850,000.00 Cash or Terms acceptable solely at the discretion of the Seller. The conditions of sale are as follows:

All Prospective Buyers must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Seller, absolute financial capability to purchase the Ranch prior to scheduling an inspection of the Ranch;
Earnest money deposit will be due upon completion of a fully executed contract, and all earnest money deposits will be held in escrow by First American Title Company in Kalispell;
The Sellers will provide and pay for a standard owner’s title insurance policy. Any endorsements requested by the Buyer or any lender will be at Buyer’s expense. Title to the real property will be conveyed by a warranty deed;
All of the water right claims for parcels sold with the Ranch will be transferred to the Buyer at Closing;
Buyers’ Brokers are welcomed and invited to contact listing agent Steve Leibinger in our Bozeman Office for information regarding Cooperation Policies.

The Seller reserves the right to effect a tax-deferred exchange for other real property in accordance with provisions in Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Buyer will not be required to incur any additional expenses nor to step into the chain of title on any property which the Sellers may acquire.

This entire Offering is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice and approval of purchase by the Seller. Information regarding land classifications, acreages, potential profits, etc., are intended only as general guidelines and have been obtained from sources deemed reliable; however, accuracy is not warranted or guaranteed by the Seller or Swan Land Company. Prospective Buyers should verify all information to their sole and complete satisfaction.

TERMS OF INSPECTION

A 48-hour notice is requested to make proper arrangements for an inspection of Flathead River Ranch.

Swan Land Company has been authorized by the Seller to act as their Exclusive Real Estate Broker on the sale of Flathead River Ranch. Since 2002, we have focused on the brokerage of significant ranches, farms and recreational properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West.

This Offering is based on information believed to be correct; however, it is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale and change or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein has been provided by the Sellers or obtained from other sources deemed reliable. The Agent does not, however, guarantee accuracy and recommends that any Prospective Buyer conduct an independent investigation.

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Stephen Leibinger

406.451.1188 | [email protected]

With deep family roots in Montana’s ranching history, I inherited a natural affinity for the state’s exceptional lifestyle and unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities. After graduating with honors from the University of Wyoming, I pursued my love of fly-fishing and ultimately settled in Bozeman where I founded a successful fly-fishing guiding and outfitting business. My extensive ...

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