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181 Hart Bench Rd, Darby, MT

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$2,199,000

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MLS® 30060388

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Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 7868 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes $7,315
Days Active 70
Lot Size 19.55 acres
Approx. Age 1990
Avg. Price Per Sqft $279
MLS® Number 30060388

Property Address: 181 Hart Bench Rd, Darby, MT, 59829-9619

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Ride directly into the Bitterroot National Forest from this fully equipped equestrian retreat —arena, barns, guest quarters, and shop on nearly 20 acres minutes from Darby and Chief Joseph Ranch. Experience Montana’s ultimate lifestyle property at 181 Hart Bench Road — where scenic privacy meets world-class amenities. Ride straight into the U.S. Forest Service trails from your gate, or relax in your private sauna after a day exploring the mountain air. This country estate includes two guest apartments, a professional-grade arena, barn, heated workshop, whole-house generator, and wrap-around decks with panoramic valley views. Perfect for equestrians, multi-generational living, or as a legacy retreat with income potential. Located minutes from Chief Joseph Ranch, Lake Como, and Lost Trail Ski Area, this property offers year-round recreation and luxurious self-sufficiency — all under Montana’s big sky. This is more than a home—it’s a self-sustaining retreat built for adventure, serenity, and lasting legacy under the Big Sky. Fish the legendary West Fork of the Bitterroot River in less than five minutes, ski Lost Trail Powder Mountain in just 30, or simply enjoy the peace and privacy of your own mountain retreat, complete with panoramic views, lush irrigated pasture, and three ponds. The main residence is a custom-designed masterpiece of western living, featuring four bedrooms plus a bonus room, office, a game room with wet bar and wine fridge, a cozy library nook, sauna, and a double garage. Thoughtful details like wrap-around decks, multiple fireplaces, and a private hot tub maximize your connection to nature and the stunning south valley vistas. The home includes a private 1-bedroom guest wing with a full kitchen, bath, and separate entrance. A second fully-equipped studio apartment—an 840 sq ft space above the large detached shop—has served successfully as a vacation rental. Equestrian and ranch amenities include: • 5-stall barn with tack room and hay storage • Large riding arena • Steel pipe fencing • Irrigated pastures • Fenced garden with fertile soil and optimal sunlight Built for self-sufficiency and peace of mind, the property includes solar panels, electric utilities, and a full-home generator for uninterrupted living. Whether you're raising horses, cultivating a garden, or watching elk and deer cross the land at dawn, this property offers an unmatched Montana lifestyle. It’s not just a home—it’s a private sanctuary built for legacy living in Big Sky Country.
MLS® Number30060388
Laundry LevelWasher Hookup
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage19.55
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1990
BasementDaylight, Finished, Walk Out Access
DrivewayAdditional Parking
Garage Spaces4
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