239 Stage Ridge Rd, Bigfork, MT 59911

LARGE HOME ON A LARGE LOT WITH NO HOA!! Discover this stunning 4,433 SF quality-built home on 1.57 acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac on the edge of town. Walking distance to Wild Mile Trail, Bigfork schools, and downtown, backing to equestrian trails and wooded acreage, with all of the Flathead Valley amenities and Glacier Park within an hour's drive. Built in 2004, this 5-bed, 4-bath gem features peek-a-boo lake views from master and guest bedroom. The expansive cook's kitchen boasts custom hickory cabinetry, solid surface counters, upgraded gas range top, double wall ovens (one convection), island with sink, extensive pantry, and added wine fridge. Open-concept great room/dining with hardwood flooring, 2-way fireplace, and walkout to over 500 SF deck with some Swan views. Primary suite includes walk-in closet, jetted tub, and separate shower. Lower level offers 8ft+ ceilings, bedroom nook on one side, family room with pool table and woodstove, walk out patio doors to protected hot tub area and covered retreat, along with a concrete enclosed reloading room. Enjoy new carpets in bedrooms, 2nd-floor laundry, main-floor office, mudroom for second laundry, whole-house attic fan, ceiling fans, central vac, new central AC (2025), and gas forced air with wood backup heat. Exterior highlights: triple oversized garage with storage and hot water faucet, in-ground sprinklers, drip system, decorative plantings, 30-year upgraded shingles, cedar siding with sealant. A perfect blend of luxury and functionality! Conveniently located in Bigfork on paved roads, you may enjoy a multitude of recreational, dining, and entertainment options just steps away, and there's nearby access to two public boat launches and recreation areas just 2 miles away. Plus, you’re only an hour from Glacier National Park and within minutes of all the Flathead Valley's incredible amenities. The charming village of Bigfork (pop. 4000+) is at your doorstep, and it is home to superlative art galleries, fabulous dining possibilities, quaint shops, and the Bigfork Summer Playhouse, which has been celebrated as one of the Northwest's finest repertory theaters for over 50 years. All this is delightfully accompanied by the warmth and hospitality for which Montanans are known. Among other accolades, Bigfork has been voted as "One of the 50 Great Towns of the West" and designated as "One of the 100 Best Small Art Towns of the Nation" which is no surprise given its thirteen world class art galleries. Bigfork has been named as one of the 100 Best Getaways for a Vacation or a Lifetime and in "The 10 Most Beautiful Places To Go For A Run" by Nike. "Quiet, isolated, and peaceful, the trails at Bigfork are among the best in Montana, which itself offers hundreds of opportunities for stunning running paths." Two excellent ski resorts are within an hour's drive, and an abundance of other outdoor recreation can be found in the Bigfork vicinity, including golfing, water recreation of all sorts on Flathead Lake and multiple other lakes and rivers nearby. Less than an hour north of Bigfork you can revel in the glory and the majesty of Glacier National Park, known as the Crown of the Continent, and even closer you'll find the Glacier Park International Airport and all of the shopping and medical facilities of Kalispell. This wonderful property offers a rare and exciting chance to live in and enjoy the banana belt of Montana, as the area is known for its mild winters that are especially conducive to growing cherries and other fruit. Is it time for you to follow your dreams? * Information deemed reliable but not warranted by listing office or the listing agent. Buyers & agents are advised to conduct their own due diligence.