Welcome to Spring Mountain Sanctuary, ideally located in the northern reaches of Montana’s Bitterroot Valley. Minutes from the famed Bitterroot River and National Forest, this legacy property spans 84+ acres of classic pine trees, grassy forest meadows, a section of Tie Chute Creek, two ponds, and Horse Creek cascading next to a custom-built 5 bed/3 bath Montana log home. Natural light fills the home, creating an inviting space for entertaining and family gatherings. Valuable water rights support a lush landscape and a private, serene environment where outdoor Montana living thrives.
Just 20 miles to Missoula and minutes from the Bitterroot River and National Forest, the property offers convenient access to recreation while maintaining exceptional privacy.
Tie Chute Creek runs for nearly half a mile across the property, which also features two spring-fed ponds, two irrigation ditches, grassy pastures for horses or cattle, and a diverse mix of pine and deciduous trees, including Maples and Oaks that offer brilliant fall color. Horse Creek flows right near the home, enhancing the natural setting. The landscape blends mature timber and open meadows, creating both seclusion and expansive Bitterroot Mountain views. Large-acre neighboring parcels add to the peaceful rural setting.
At the heart of the property is a two-story, 6,800 sq ft custom-built, hand-peeled log home with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Natural light flows throughout, creating a warm space for entertaining and gatherings. Also included are two offices, a craft room, living room stone fireplaces, cathedral ceilings, and multiple decks. Water rights support sustainable land use.
The property includes several outbuildings: a 1,700 sq ft 3-car garage and woodworking shop with a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment above; a well house for lawn equipment, boats, and gear; and a separate tractor/equipment shed. The land is perimeter and cross-fenced with jack-leg and barbed wire fencing, ideal for horses or a small cattle operation. County-maintained paved roads lead to the gravel driveway, ensuring reliable year-round access. The property spans four 20+ acre legal parcels.
Spring Mountain Sanctuary offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and usable infrastructure in a prime Bitterroot Valley location.
For sale
$5,500,000
5600 Spring Mountain Rd, Florence, MT 59833
5beds
8,326sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
84.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$661/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone fireplacesGrassy pasturesTwo pondsExpansive bitterroot mountain viewsCustom-built hand-peeled log homeMultiple decksGrassy forest meadows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 07, 2025 at 09:16am
Listed by:
Jim Toth 406-539-2550,
Western Ranch Brokers LLC
Source: Big Sky Country MLS,MLS#: 403672Originating MLS: Big Sky Country MLS
Travel times
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
Features
- Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood Burning Stove, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Laminate, Partially Carpeted
- Basement: Bedroom,Rec/Family Area
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Basement, Gas, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,326
- Total interior livable area: 8,326 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,315
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway, Landscaping, Sprinkler/Irrigation
- Fencing: Barbed Wire,Cross Fenced,Log Fence,Perimeter,Split Rail
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Pond, River, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Pond,River,Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek, Pond
Lot
- Size: 84.75 Acres
- Features: Adjacent To Public Land, Lawn, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Shed(s), Well House, Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 0001378540 0001378530 0001378500 0001352970
- Parcel number: 0001378520
- Zoning description: NONE - None/Unknown
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Septic Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Florence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $661/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,172,407
- Annual tax amount: $7,838
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,1031 Exchange,3rd Party Financing
- Ownership: Full
- Road surface type: Paved
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