2298 Selkirk Rd, Sandpoint, ID 83864

This is truly a gem nestled in a quiet forest setting surrounded by local wildlife. Set on a quiet county road with your nearest neighbor about 1/4 miles away. Your frequent visitors include deer, wild turkeys, hummingbirds, wood peckers of all sizes, and multiple songbirds. Truly a restful place with so many possibilities. This home was designed by the world famous architect Leland Gray for his mother back in 1979. One of the few residential homes he designed, it is a marvel of efficiency and function. From overhanging eves to collect sun in the winter and protect the lodge from sun in the summer, to the wrap around decks for entertaining, or just sitting and watching the wildlife, the design is timeless. Included on the property is another two bedroom, two bath, 1400 square ft home. The nearly 6000 square ft lodge itself could be two separate living quarters, with a daylight basement with its own kitchen, bath, sleeping area, and large living space. Also included in the basement is a large sunroom. The property is perfect for extended family, airbnb, or rental income. Or maybe even a family compound. Outdoors the property is a mix of trees and meadow. There is an old orchard with multiple varieties of apple trees, plums, cherries, and one lonely pear tree. about 25 fruit trees in all. A large yard area provides space for games or just a peaceful space to enjoy the water features with little waterfalls. There is room for a couple of horses, with frost free hydrants already installed. Plenty of space to also build that shop you might be wanting. Inside the lodge you'll find a spacious kitchen with huge island, two ovens, two range tops, lots of counter space, and tons of cabinet and drawer space. There is even a walk-in pantry. The great room is amazing, with its massive floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace, 24 ft ceilings, and majestic stair case with western themed banisters and railings. There is also another large living area with another fireplace, that can be used as a library or another living room. All the rooms have big bright windows that provide beautiful views of the trees and wildlife. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms and three baths, all with wonderful views and the lush lawn and trees. The master suite bath has heated tile floors, large glassed in shower and a jetted tub. There is also a second bedroom upstairs that has its own bath, with glassed in shower and heated floors, with granite counter tops. The other two bedrooms upstairs share a jack and Jill bathroom. The lodge is an amazing property, a little piece of paradise nestled in desirable Selle Valley just 10 minutes from Sandpoint, 30 minutes from Schweitzer Ski Resort, and minutes from the mountains and Lake Pend Oreille. A truly must see.