NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1184 Bear Creek Trail Victor, MT 59875

Estimated Value: $3,895,766

12 Beds
14 Baths
8,918 Sq Ft
$437/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2024

Current estimated payment $21,235/month

337 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Home Theater
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Stables
  • Indoor Spa
  • Fishing

About This Home

As of May 2024

Situated at the mouth of Bear Creek Canyon is this secluded and magical destination known as Bear Creek Lodge. Totaling 154.45 acres w/ year-round creek and shouldered by USFS on 2 sides, this unique property is truly a gem in our treasured state. The classic 8,900 +- sf lodge is built with enormous logs from the Yellowstone NP vicinity. A generous deck w/hot tub & covered area adds to the outdoor living space. Operating for 20 years as a desirable get-away for guests from around the world, the Lodge consists of 8 well-adorned guest rooms that capture the essence of nature. Each ‘themed’ room features a private bathroom + outdoor exit. Melt your worries away by a crackling fire in the Great Room, retreat to the library, media/conference room or exercise room w/sauna. A 3-stall barn & 4-acre meadow are ideal for horses. Hike/ride into Forest Service and adjacent wilderness lands. Go birding, fishing, or wildlife watching. Rejuvenate! Let your imagination soar at Bear Creek Lodge! Pick up where the owner left off to create a new retreat as a respite for visitors, or envision the possibilities for your own personal use. All personal property is included. Less than 1 hour driving time to the Missoula International airport!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Merrill

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton License #RRE-BRO-LIC-6985 Listed on: 03/20/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton

Co-Listed By

Stacie Roberts

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton License #RRE-BRO-LIC-80210

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Merrill

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton License #RRE-BRO-LIC-6985 Listed on: 03/20/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,623

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 155 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Private Entrance
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 1 Attached Carport Space
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • Additional Parking
  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Log Cabin
  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 8,918 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Living Quarters
  • Bookcases
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Heatilator
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Indoor Spa
  • Sauna
  • Carpet
  • Views of Trees

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 12 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Chute

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage

Farming

  • Barn

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Tack Room
  • Stables

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13156408101040000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,623

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

155 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Directions: West of Victor on Bear Creek Trail to address on north. Private entry with covered bridge.
  • Listing I D: 30002579
  • Road Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 155.0
  • Lot Size: 155 acres
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Water Body Name: Bear Creek
  • Co List Office Phone: 406-375-0166
  • Architectural Style: Cabin/Cottage, Log Home
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: Cabin
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Hot Tub/Spa, Pantry, Sauna, Home Theater, Additional Living Quarters
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Gas Range, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Equipment: Propane Tank
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 9
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 12
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 3064.0
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Heatilator
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Living Area: 8918.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Hot Tub/Spa, Lighting, Private Entrance, Propane Tank - Owned, Propane Tank - Leased
  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Topography: Level,Sloping
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Other, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disclosures: Other
  • Construction Type: Log Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Other, Residence, Stable(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Carport, Garage, Guest, Parking Lot, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane, Phone Available
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Wood
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Lower Level, Laundry Room
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Fishing
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: District No. 7

Lot Info

  • Zoning: See Remarks
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed, Tack Room
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6751800.0
  • Parcel #: 13156408101040000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12623.4

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2025
Sold by
Griffin Trent Porter
Bought by
Bear Creek Montana Llc
Current Estimated Value
$3,895,766

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,980,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,980,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,915,766

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2023
Closed on
May 10, 2024
Sold by
Giffin Trent Porter and Ranger Caries
Bought by
Bear Creek Montana Llc
Seller's Agent
Laura Merrill
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton
Buyer's Agent
Laura Merrill
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton
List Price
$5,950,000
Views
369

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.48%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2023
Closed on
Apr 17, 2024
Sold by
Turney Janet J
Bought by
Giffin Trent Porter and Ranger Carlee
Seller's Agent
Laura Merrill
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton
Buyer's Agent
Laura Merrill
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton
List Price
$5,950,000
Views
369

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2013
Bought by
Turney Janet J
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bear Creek Montana Llc -- None Listed On Document
Griffin Trent Porter -- None Listed On Document
Bear Creek Montana Llc -- None Listed On Document
Giffin Trent Porter -- None Listed On Document
Turney Janet J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Griffin Trent Porter $1,980,000
Closed Bear Creek Montana Llc $1,980,000
Previous Owner Giffin Trent Porter $2,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/10/2024 05/10/24 Sold -- -- --
08/29/2023 08/29/23 Price Changed $4,899,999 -6.7% $549 / Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Price Changed $5,250,000 -11.8% $589 / Sq Ft
03/20/2023 03/20/23 For Sale $5,950,000 -- $667 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,981 $2,336,169 $0 $0
2024 $12,486 $2,034,300 $0 $0
2023 $14,732 $2,034,300 $0 $0
2022 $8,723 $1,705,260 $0 $0
2021 $8,973 $1,641,960 $0 $0
2020 $8,844 $1,532,897 $0 $0
2019 $8,478 $1,532,897 $0 $0
2018 $8,242 $1,365,387 $0 $0
2017 $8,189 $1,365,387 $0 $0
2016 $7,946 $1,320,424 $0 $0
2015 $7,918 $1,320,424 $0 $0
2014 $7,017 $680,321 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laura Merrill

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Laura Merrill

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton

    (406) 375-0166

    18 Total Sales

    Laura Merrill
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Stacie Roberts

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Hamilton

    (406) 375-0166

    37 Total Sales

    Stacie Roberts
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Map

Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30002579

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 13-1564-08-1-01-04-0000

Montana Ravalli County Victor 59875

1184 Bear Creek Trail, Victor, MT

Not Listed for Sale

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