13518 Sylvan Drive
Bigfork, MT 59911
$2,950,000
Elk Glen Retreat is a truly extraordinary Montana legacy property where rustic elegance, breathtaking scenery, and rich history come together on 40 private acres overlooking Flathead Lake and the majestic Swan Mountain Range. Tucked among towering trees and connected by winding natural pathways, six custom-built vintage cabins create a one-of-a-kind retreat experience. Each cabin showcases thoughtfully curated mountain-inspired interiors featuring natural stone accents, reclaimed wood finishes, artisan-crafted fixtures, and distinctive handcrafted details. The collection includes three one-bedroom cabins, two studio cabins, and a spacious two-bedroom, two-level cabin. Fully furnished and turnkey, each offers comfortable accommodations with mini kitchens, modern appliances, and well-appointed bathrooms. Adding to its remarkable story, the celebrated Elk Cabin was featured on the cover of Log Home Living magazine. Beyond the cabins, the property offers an impressive array of amenities designed for recreation, self-sufficiency, and enjoyment. A large greenhouse, stocked fishing pond, tack room, playground, chicken coop, animal shelter, perimeter fencing, and multiple outbuildings provide endless possibilities. A substantial barn serves as both a heated shop and garage while also housing additional living quarters, ideal for a caretaker, groundskeeper, or property manager. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, an exclusive gathering place, or a hospitality venture, Elk Glen Retreat captures the authentic spirit of Montana. Secluded and serene, yet conveniently located just five minutes from the charming Village of Bigfork, 30 minutes from Glacier Park International Airport, and approximately one hour from the western entrance to ...
+ Read More| Listing Id: | 30071895 |
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| List Price: | $2,950,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 7 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Bathrooms Three Quarter: | 4 |
| Living Area: | 2,735 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $6,727 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 1,816,887.6 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 41.71 |
| Architectural Style: | Other |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Bigfork |
| County Or Parish: | Lake |
| Postal Code: | 59911 |
| Year Built: | 2000 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Units: | SquareFeet |
| Appliances: | Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Basement: | None |
| Basement Yn: | No |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 6 |
| Construction Materials: | Cedar, LogSiding, SeeRemarks |
| Cooling: | Ductless, Other |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Directions: | Highway 35 S towards Woods Bay, Right on Sylvan Drive. |
| Exterior Features: | FirePit, Garden, OutdoorShower, Playground, Storage |
| Fencing: | Partial, SplitRail, Wood |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Garage Spaces: | 4.0 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Heating: | Baseboard, Ductless, Electric, Propane, Stove, WoodStove, WallFurnace |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Horse Amenities: | TackRoom |
| Horse?: | Yes |
| Interior Features: | Fireplace, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan |
| Laundry Features: | WasherHookup |
| Listing Agreement: | ExclusiveRightToSell |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-05-29 |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Living Area Source: | Owner |
| Living Area Units: | SquareFeet |
| Lot Features: | BackYard, FrontYard, Garden, GentleSloping, Landscaped, Meadow, Pasture, RockOutcropping, Secluded, SprinklersInGround, Spring, Views, Wooded, Level |
| Lot Size Area: | 41.71 |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 1, 816, 888 sqft |
| Lot Size Source: | PublicRecords |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Original List Price: | $2,950,000 |
| Other Equipment: | ListAvailable, Other |
| Other Structures: | Cabin, Greenhouse, Sheds |
| Parcel Number: | 15370818206130000 |
| Parking Features: | AdditionalParking, CircularDriveway, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Gated |
| Parking Total: | 4 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Deck, FrontPorch |
| Postal City: | BIGFORK |
| Road Frontage Type: | CountyRoad |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Roof: | Metal, Tile, Wood |
| Sewer: | PrivateSewer, SepticTank |
| Sign On Property?: | Yes |
| Special Listing Conditions: | Standard |
| State Or Province: | MT |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Topography: | Level, Sloping, Varied |
| Utilities: | ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, PhoneAvailable |
| View: | Lake, Meadow, Mountains, TreesWoods |
| View?: | Yes |
| Water Source: | Private, Well |
| Year Built Source: | Owner |
| Property Sub Type Additional: | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Current Price: | $2,950,000.00 |
| Country Subdivision: | 30047 |
| Record Signature: | -757,133,889 |
| Universal Parcel Id: | urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:30047:15370818206130000 |
Listing Courtesy of: Clearwater Montana Properties - Bigfork
Listing Agent: Patrick Pacheco
406-459-3088
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