13333 Harpers Bridge Rd Missoula, MT 59808

Remarks: The beauty of living in Western Montana is that one does not have to venture far from the urban core of Missoula in order to fully embrace the even more relaxed lifestyle that rural living offers. A quick, scenic 8 mile drive West of the Reserve Street dining, shopping corridor, will find you leaving the pavement behind, connecting you to a quiet country lane that leads you to 13333 Harpers Bridge Road. A Quaking Aspen and a mature Blue Spruce tree anchor the sweet landscaped driveway entrance, serving as a reminder to reconnect with the land and to enjoy the beauty of the sweeping 360-degree valley vistas. Situated on 5 lush acres of fenced/cross-fenced pasture lands, awaits a tastefully remodeled/updated, 1,488' square foot, Single-Level Ranch-Style abode that's sure to impress! Granted, the allure of the 40'X60' insulated, wood-stove heated, Metal-Framed Shop, with two doors high and wide enough to handle the biggest of Rigs, and the finished office space could not be denied 7 years ago when the current owners purchased. To be honest, the place at that time was a disaster, but the current stewards quickly recognized the potential of the land, the home and their home-based, custom wood-working business, and with a genuine love of their surroundings, and with a lot of hard work, over the years they've crafted a truly remarkable lifestyle.

The fenced side yard is graced with a grove of Aspen Trees, and the natural entry point of the home will find you in a well-thought out Mud/Laundry Room, with an ultra handy, updated Half-Bath.

Just beyond this space is the fully remodeled Kitchen and Dining Room region, designed with a Nordic flare, enhanced by the Chopping Block Counters, Open Shelving, and a sliding glass door that leads to the sizable rear deck, making seasonal entertaining an inviting indoor/outdoor affair for all.

Wide-plank, vertical grain Fur and Larch pine flooring flows effortlessly throughout the open, fluid floor plan of this Main-Level Living abode. The Living Room is open and airy, featuring an array of windows that beautifully frame the Meadow and Mountain vistas, and the the Jotul-brand Wood Stove offers a highly efficient heat source in the Winter months.

All three Bedrooms on this level are comfortably-sized, with each space accorded it's own gorgeous views of the property. The fully remodeled Main Bathroom is a study in Blues and Whites, tiles of all sizes and the space is amply sized, well appointed and has recessed shelving for plenty of storage.

What was once an attached Garage, has been re-imagined as a 270' Square Foot studio, whose wood floors work well with the abundance of natural light that infuses this space. Access can either be from the side yard, or step through the sliding glass door onto your own private patio. Such a great space, really!

A full-length, new deck, accented with a custom Pergola, spans the front of the house, while mature Lilac Bushes, well-established landscaped beds and a series of Blue Spruce Trees tie it all together. As an added bonus, there is also a fenced in Garden area, a fire pit and the property is bordered by the Frenchtown Irrigation Ditch, which runs May-October.

This L-Shaped 5 acre parcel has lush grasses that undulate in the wind and the absence of Covenants allows you to decide what kind of animals, if any, you may want to have on these fertile grounds. Perhaps just enjoying the rest, relaxation and elbow-room is all that is needed. The cool thing is, you get to decide, as there's no home owner's association to dictate your lifestyle, and oh, what a life to be had with this bucolic abode!

Just a mile up the Country road awaits the Harpers Bridge Fishing Access to the Clark Fork River, and about a mile away you'll also find Missoula's own Council Groves State Park, which offers 187 acres of incredible landscape along the Clark Fork.

Remember, though miles from ordinary, this enticing offering
is only 8 miles to Missoula proper, and it's also currently eligible for both Hellgate Elementary and the Frenchtown School districts; check the Missoula County Public Schools website for more information!