Tucked deep in the Montana wilderness and surrounded by National Forest on all sides, this one-of-a-kind 61.78-acre property offers the ultimate off-grid escape with stunning views of Painted Rocks Lake and the Bitterroot Mountain Range.
Built in 2007, the main cabin spans 1,668 square feet and blends rustic Montana appeal with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find two spacious living rooms—one anchored by a grand stone fireplace, the other warmed by a wood-burning stove and featuring a built-in Murphy bed for guests. The open-concept kitchen includes granite countertops and connects to a dedicated dining space. Expansive windows throughout the cabin fill the space with natural light and showcase stunning views. A large covered deck offers an ideal space for morning coffee, grilling or simply taking in the stunning views. The main floor includes one bedroom and a full bath, while the lofted second bedroom provides privacy and its own bathroom. Thoughtfully designed and completely off-grid, the cabin is ideal for those seeking solitude, self-sufficiency, and a peaceful escape from the everyday.
A separate garage includes comfortable guest quarters with a wood stove, kitchenette, and full bathroom—perfect for hosting friends or using as a studio or workspace.
This property is remote, private, and immersed in nature, offering limitless recreational opportunities like hiking, fishing, hunting, and simply unplugging. If you're looking for mountain solitude and breathtaking lake views, this is the kind of place that only comes along once in a lifetime.
Active under contract
$1,195,000
966 Forest Service Rd, Darby, MT 59829
2beds
1,668sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
61.78 Acres Lot
$1,146,600 Zestimate®
$716/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Grand stone fireplaceStunning viewsBreathtaking lake viewsComfortable guest quartersSurrounded by national forestExpansive windowsLarge covered deck
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Listing updated: 17 hours ago
Listed by:
Dawn Maddux 406-550-4131,
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula,
Jen Armstrong 406-550-3088,
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30051021

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Space Heater, Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Additional Living Quarters
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,668 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Storage, Propane Tank - Owned
- Fencing: Front Yard,Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Creek/Stream, Valley, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: true
- Waterfront features: Creek, Lake, Water Access
- Body of water: Blue Joint Creek & Painted Rocks Lake
Lot
- Size: 61.78 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Views, Wooded
- Topography: Sloping,Varied
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 13076603301010000
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Darby
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $716/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,935
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Gravel
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