569 Timber Trail Stevensville, MT 59870

Custom Timber-Frame Home on 10 Private Acres with Direct Access to World-Class Recreation – Bitterroot Valley, MT
Completed in 2021, this custom timber-frame home is set on 10 private, forested acres in the heart of Montana’s Bitterroot Valley, offering a rare combination of craftsmanship, privacy, and true four-season livability. The main residence features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an open, light-filled living area anchored by a massive authentic stone fireplace and expansive windows that frame the surrounding landscape.
The property includes a substantial detached garage/barn structure that is thoughtfully finished to complement the main home. Interior details include tongue-and-groove pine consistent with the residence, along with durable metal paneling extending three feet up from the floor for durability and ease of maintenance. The structure also includes a kitchen, bathroom, and its own dedicated septic system, providing exceptional flexibility for guest use, workspace, hobbies, or equipment storage.The location offers a unique balance of privacy and accessibility. The property is approximately three miles from the Bitterroot River Park and boat landing, a nationally recognized blue-ribbon trout fishery, and three miles from the Kootenai Creek Trailhead, providing direct access to hiking, horseback riding, and backcountry exploration. The home sits just one-half mile from the National Forest boundary, as depicted in the photos and maps showing property lines, adjacent parcels, and over 1 million acres in public lands.
The property is surrounded by National Forest to the west, Conservation Easement to the north (ie., no subdivision development), and a 1,000-acre undeveloped ranch to the south. This unique setting offers exceptional privacy, protected views, and truly unprecedented hunting opportunities for deer, elk, and upland game on both private and adjacent public land. Wildlife activity on and around the property is abundant year-round. From the north boundary of the property, expansive views open to Montana’s signature big sky, with sightlines extending to the Sapphire Mountains to the east and nearly all the way to Missoula on clear days.
The owners have invested ~$20,000 in proactive fire-mitigation efforts, including strategic tree thinning and brush removal. These improvements significantly enhance defensible space around the home and outbuildings while preserving the natural forested character, materially reducing wildfire risk and improving long-term resilience.
Despite its secluded feel, the property is conveniently located near Stevensville, Montana’s oldest community. Known for its quiet demeanor and strong sense of place, Stevensville offers a fine dining to relaxed local favorites, including The Catered Table, Mission Bistro, Tin Can, and the Blacksmith Brewery. Bitterroot Health is located two miles away, providing comprehensive imaging services, physical and occupational therapy, and urgent care access. Stevensville Hardware is a locally owned boutique hardware store known for exceptional one-on-one service, and Valley Drug still features an old-time soda fountain and traditional customer service rarely found today.
This is a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking a high-quality Montana home with acreage, privacy, and immediate access to world-class fishing, hunting, and recreation, without sacrificing the convenience of a vibrant, close-knit community. Well suited as a primary residence, relocation property, or refined mountain retreat. This property is among the very best that west central Montana has to offer.