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Homesteaded in the 1800s by cattle rancher Sam Shelton, Sun West Ranch carries a living history along the Madison River, with some of the original homestead buildings still standing today. Developed in the 1970s by Ted and Heidi Gildred, the ranch is deliberately preserved: 80% remains common land, no development is permitted along the river, hunting is prohibited, and the community holds Undaunted Land Steward certification through Montana State University, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Montana Stockgrowers Association for its conservation work along the Lewis and Clark Trail. The payoff is one of Montana's true wildlife corridors — 3,000 to 4,000 elk migrate through each winter, alongside moose, deer, wolves, and mountain lions, while native cutthroat still rise on the Madison's three miles of river frontage. This 7.69-acre homesite sits within that legacy: flat, buildable, and bordered by BLM land, with true 360-degree views of the Madison Range, rolling meadows, and mountain sunrises, plus fiber and electricity already in the area. It suits the self-sufficient buyer who'd rather saddle their own horse or wade the river than check into a resort — 50 minutes to Yellowstone National Park, 30 to Ennis, and 90 to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, this is a rare chance to own land with real heritage and a real place in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Lone Peak and Andesite Mountain anchors the view from this ski-in, ski-out Swift Bear Road homesite. Set within the Cascade neighborhood of Big Sky's Mountain Village, Lot 258 offers 1.54 acres on a quiet residential road of established custom homes. The size of the parcel allows a residence to be placed with intention, drawing the peaks into its principal rooms while preserving a rare degree of privacy. Come winter, Cascade's residential ski trail connects the neighborhood to the Cascade and White Otter lifts and the 5,850 acres of Big Sky Resort beyond. Summer brings the mountain's hiking and biking trails to the edge of the neighborhood. In any season, One&Only Moonlight Basin, a few minutes farther up the mountain, brings refined alpine dining and resort hospitality within easy reach of home. Ten minutes down the hill, Lone Mountain Ranch has welcomed guests since 1915. Its 85 kilometers of groomed Nordic trail wind through old-growth Douglas fir and open meadow before returning to the ranch's historic lodge, a natural place to end a winter afternoon. Town Center, nearby, has become the community's gathering place, where summer weeks are marked by the farmers market and evening concerts on the lawn. In the other direction, a short drive up the road leads to the Beehive Basin trailhead, where a trail climbs through wildflower meadows to a high basin beneath the ridgelines of Lone Peak. The Gallatin River runs a short drive away, the same water where A River Runs Through It was filmed and the river anglers return to season after season. Bozeman and its airport lie an hour to the north, and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park an hour to the south. Everything is within convenient reach of this ski-in, ski-out homesite. First chair in the morning, the Gallatin River by afternoon, Lone Peak at dusk. One and a half acres, ready for the home that brings it together.

This is the best priced lot in the Mountain Village! Just reduced by $150K! Explore mountain living on this 1.792-acre lot in the Cascade Subdivision at the Base of Big Sky Resort in the Big Sky Mountain Village. This sunny property combines tranquility and adventure, making it an ideal retreat. The elevated position offers direct views of Lone Peak throughout the seasons. A seasonal stream runs along the property's edge, providing a peaceful backdrop. The lot features a mix of open space and wooded areas for a natural feel. Tucked away on Cheyenne Road's cul-de-sac, this property ensures privacy and minimal traffic for a serene environment to build your mountain retreat. Big Sky Resort, with its top-notch amenities and outdoor activities, awaits just beyond your property. Whether you enjoy winter sports, summer hikes, or the stunning landscapes, this location seamlessly blends luxury with nature. This 1.792-acre lot is your chance to create a mountain legacy. Own a piece of paradise at the base of Big Sky Resort - contact me today to bring your mountain living dreams to life.

Located just 3.4 miles south of the storied Madison River and the Raynold's Pass fishing access, with no covenants, this 80 acres is a blank slate for your dreams! Fabulous trout fishing on the Madison River and multiple nearby lakes, including Cliff and Wade Lakes, Hebgen Lake, Quake Lake, Henry's Lake and Yellowstone Lake make this an angler's haven. The huge local elk population, along with deer and big horn sheep also makes this a terrific hunter's basecamp. This property boasts panoramic views of show-capped mountain ranges and the expansive sky that make Montana famous. Views to the west are protected by conservation easement on the Three Dollar Ranch. Another large nearby ranch is also in conservation easement, which will greatly restrict sprawl and enhance wildlife migration in the area. This unique property enjoys approximately 1,350 feet of frontage along MT HWY 87 and year-round access via the already installed and MDOT approved entrance. Just 45 miles to Ennis and 27 miles to the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park. The airport in West Yellowstone is only 28 miles away for non-winter commercial flights and the Ennis/Big Sky Airport is 40 miles away for private aviation. More flights year-round are available in Bozeman, which is 98 miles away.

Build your dream home on this premier 2.52-acre lot in the exclusive gated community of Summit View. Perched high above Big Sky, this property offers sweeping, unobstructed views of the iconic Lone Peak and the Big Sky Resort slopes. With bold mountain vistas in every direction, the setting captures the essence of Montana's alpine beauty. South-facing exposure ensures year-round sunshine, natural warmth, and dramatic alpenglow evenings. The generous acreage provides both privacy and space, with ample room for designing a legacy mountain retreat. Nestled within a secure, gated neighborhood, the property offers peace and exclusivity while remaining conveniently close to the resort village, skiing, hiking, and all the outdoor recreation Big Sky is known for. This Summit View lot combines privacy, panoramic views, and prime location—an exceptional opportunity to create a home in one of Big Sky's most desirable settings.

An exceptional opportunity to own a premier 5-acre homesite in the highly sought-after Beehive Basin community of Big Sky, Montana. Ideally positioned along Beehive Basin Road, this rare parcel captures unobstructed panoramic views of the iconic Spanish Peaks—delivering the quintessential Big Sky mountain setting and a truly elevated building opportunity. The gently sloping topography creates an ideal homesite for a custom luxury retreat, legacy estate, or refined mountain modern residence. The natural grade enhances privacy while preserving expansive sightlines, allowing for a thoughtfully designed home that maximizes mountain views, natural light, and outdoor living. With five private acres, the setting offers both space and seclusion—an increasingly rare combination in Big Sky real estate. Direct access to year-round recreation defines this Beehive Basin location. The renowned Beehive Basin Trail—celebrated for hiking and backcountry skiing—provides immediate access to alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and breathtaking terrain. In winter, world-class skiing and snowboarding await just minutes away at Big Sky Resort, home to some of the most expansive ski terrain in North America. Despite its tranquil alpine setting, the property remains conveniently close to Big Sky Mountain Village, One&Only Moonlight Basin, Big Sky Town Center, and the renowned Gallatin River—offering fine dining, boutique shopping, fly fishing, entertainment, and year-round community events. The surrounding Spanish Peaks provide a dramatic four-season backdrop that reinforces both the natural beauty and enduring value of this location. For buyers seeking a 5-acre homesite with panoramic mountain views, proximity to Big Sky Resort, and access to hiking, skiing, and fly fishing, this offering represents a compelling opportunity to build a custom home in one of the Rocky Mountain West's most prestigious alpine communities.

Within the gated Ulerys Lakes neighborhood of Moonlight Basin, 20 acres of pristine alpine land rises through the trees. The groundwork of building has been laid with care, an approach winding to an elevated pad positioned for Lone Peak and Fan Mountain. Power is to the building site and the geotechnical report is complete. Years of measured tree clearing have opened a park-like setting to light and view while keeping the privacy of the forest intact. At this scale, there is room for both a primary home and a guest residence. Behind the homesite the land climbs, and backcountry skiing begins at the property line. Beyond it, the Beehive Basin trail and the Lee Metcalf Wilderness of the Spanish Peaks open into Gallatin National Forest, with miles of skiing, hiking, and quiet. Ownership in Ulerys Lakes carries private access to the community lake and trail system, uncommon in Big Sky, Montana. Below the homesite, One&Only Moonlight Basin sits within the neighborhood, its spa and restaurants just minutes away. Jack Creek Road runs west from Moonlight toward the Madison Valley and the Madison River, a quiet route into ranch country and blue-ribbon water. Just down the hill, the growing town center of Big Sky brings shops, dining, and year-round life within easy reach, a community still taking shape. Moonlight Club membership is available to pursue with ownership, an invitation to golf, dining, heated pools, fitness, Nordic trails, even more trails, kids programming, and the full rhythm of the mountain through every season. This is acreage for a buyer who wants space, privacy, and a genuine alpine overlook close to everything Big Sky and Moonlight Basin.

Fifteen acres of coveted land, Lone Mountain, the Madison Range and the Spanish Peaks filling the horizon with clear, unobstructed views in every direction. This is Strawberry Ridge, in a gated community within Moonlight Basin and minutes from One&Only Moonlight Basin, high above Big Sky, Montana, where homesites of this scale, seclusion and views rarely come to market. The terrain invites a home set into the land, not imposed upon it. Across the 15-acre parcel, mature evergreens frame natural building envelopes, where two structures can be built, and open to the full range of peaks, with morning light over the valley and alpenglow on the summits at day's end. Lone Peak rises close at hand, near enough to orient a home around. Parcel 2 carries the room to build on your own terms, in a setting that asks for restraint rather than rivalry with the view. Seclusion here does not mean isolation. One&Only Moonlight Basin and the Madison Base area are five minutes away, with Big Sky Town Center, Montage Big Sky, and the Gallatin River fifteen to twenty minutes down the mountain. The historic Main Street of Bozeman, Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, and Yellowstone National Park are each about an hour's drive, and the Madison River and the private runways of the Ennis airport sit under an hour away via the exclusive Jack Creek Road. Blue ribbon trout fishing, coveted dining and amenities, storied mountain towns, and open skies, all within easy reach of this rare offering. Ownership at Strawberry Ridge carries the option to acquire a membership to Moonlight Basin, a separate distinction that opens the full life of the community. Members can gain access to private ski lockers and additional direct ski access options to Big Sky Resort, along with golf at The Reserve, the Jack Nicklaus course at the heart of the club, with a second eighteen-hole course in design. Membership extends to potential reciprocity with Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, miles of hiking, biking, and nordic trails, and a full calendar of gatherings that carries through every season. Land like this is seldom bought to be sold again. It is held, shaped over seasons, and passed forward, the kind of place a family keeps for generations. Now is the opportunity to begin a legacy of your own.

An extraordinary opportunity to claim 276 acres of untamed alpine beauty in the private Moonlight Territories at Moonlight Basin — a rare holding in one of Big Sky, Montana's most exclusive and conservation-minded enclaves. Tucked behind a gated entrance and bordered by over 2,500 acres of protected wilderness, Moonlight Basin Territory 2 offers sweeping 360-degree views of Lone Mountain, the Spanish Peaks, Fan Mountain, and Cedar Mountain. This is one of the last remaining parcels of its scale — where the majesty of the landscape meets the privilege of proximity. Here, the terrain unfolds in a stunning tapestry of old-growth evergreens, wildflower meadows, and soaring ridgelines — creating a natural sanctuary that offers both seclusion and inspiration. With multiple homesite options and access to private recreational trails reserved solely for Moonlight owners, Territory 2 is an invitation to design a multi-generational retreat that honors the land while offering every modern luxury. Just minutes away are the acclaimed slopes of Big Sky Resort and the forthcoming One&Only Moonlight Basin — a five-star alpine resort redefining luxury in the Northern Rockies. Ownership also grants eligibility for membership in the private Moonlight Club, including access to the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, Ulery's Lake, world-class dining, wellness facilities, and ski-in/ski-out terrain spanning over 5,800 acres. As one of the largest privately held properties in Big Sky, Territory 2 is more than a land acquisition — it is a legacy in the making. This is a place to build not only a home, but a family haven, a living memory. A place where mornings begin with alpine light breaking over Lone Mountain, and generations gather beneath wide Montana skies. For those who seek enduring beauty, meaningful privacy, and the rare chance to craft something timeless, Territory 2 offers a singular opportunity to invest in land that lives on — in purpose, in story, and in spirit.

Discover the perfect setting for your Montana dream home on this exceptional .928± acre homesite located on Hilgard Court in the sought-after Valley Garden Golf Village in Ennis, Montana. Nestled alongside the golf course and surrounded by breathtaking mountain vistas, this property offers a rare opportunity to build in one of Southwest Montana's most scenic and peaceful communities. From snowcapped peaks to rolling fairways and wide-open skies, the views in every direction capture the beauty that makes Ennis such a desirable destination. The spacious lot provides ample room to design and build the custom home you've always envisioned while still enjoying privacy, open space, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Positioned on the golf course with nearby paths, mature landscaping, and the tranquil setting of the valley, this property offers an ideal blend of recreation and relaxation. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, the setting is truly hard to match. Located just minutes from downtown Ennis, you'll enjoy convenient access to local dining, shopping, fishing on the world-famous Madison River, recreating at nearby Ennis Lake, and endless outdoor adventures including hiking, horseback riding, and hunting. With panoramic views, a premier golf course setting, and the charm of Ennis right at your doorstep, this is Montana living at its finest.

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to build your dream home in the mountains on this premier ski-in/ski-out homesite in Big Sky, Montana. This nearly one-acre Big Sky Resort parcel is perfectly positioned to capture panoramic mountain views, with exceptional sun exposure that bathes the property in natural light from sunrise to sunset. Set within one of Big Sky's most secluded yet easily accessible slopeside communities, the property offers direct ski access via the White Otter Chairlift at Big Sky Resort—a rare privilege for both adventure seekers and those who appreciate true ski convenience. Just outside your door, you'll find access to nearby trails, a meandering stream, and endless opportunities for four-seasons of recreation. From this private retreat, you're only minutes away from the expanding amenities of Big Sky's Mountain Village (5 minutes), the vibrant Town Center (10-15 minutes), world-class fishing on the legendary Gallatin River (20 minutes) and beyond to Bozeman and Yellowstone National Park (60 minutes). Whether you envision designing a modern mountain lodge, a rustic alpine escape, or a legacy home for generations to enjoy, this site ready to bring your dream to life. With its rare combination of privacy, accessibility, and unmatched natural beauty, this stunning ski-in/ski-out homesite is more than land—it's the foundation for your future in the heart of Big Sky.

Discover the ultimate mountain lifestyle with this exceptional ski-in/ski-out homesite in Big Sky's prestigious Cascade neighborhood. Offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, this prime lot is perfectly positioned for your dream mountain home, surrounded by mature trees that provide privacy and a natural setting among this energized mountain town. Enjoy immediate access to world-class skiing at Big Sky Resort, take a short drive to explore the scenic and sought after Beehive Basin Trailhead, or cast a line in the renowned trout waters of the Gallatin or Madison Rivers. Whether it's skiing, hiking, or fishing, this property places you in the heart of Montana's finest outdoor experiences, all just minutes from your doorstep. Don't miss the opportunity to build your ideal mountain retreat in one of Big Sky's most desirable locations.

Welcome to the distinguished Moonlight Territories, a rare haven within one of the country's last vestiges of pristine mountain wilderness. Poised in the heart of Moonlight Basin, this legacy property unveils breathtaking 360° panoramas, extending from the grandeur of Spanish Peaks to the lofty peaks of Fan and Cedar Mountain, and the iconic Lone Mountain. Distinguished yet embracing, the landscape is adorned with mature evergreens, perfectly framing these awe-inspiring views from every vantage point, cultivating an atmosphere of seclusion that enriches your personal sanctuary. Set in nature, this property is connected by miles of recreational trails traversing the Territories, imparting a sense of being worlds away, all while maintaining close proximity to the unparalleled amenities synonymous with Moonlight Basin and One&Only Moonlight Basin, opening in 2025. From world-class skiing at Big Sky Resort to tee times at the infamous Jack Nicklaus golf course, lake activities, winter pursuits, and so much more. The unspoiled beauty unfolds as far as the eye can see, with over 2,500 acres protected by a perpetual conservation easement. This legacy property stands as a testament to Moonlight Basin's commitment to preservation. Embark on a lifestyle where the unbroken charm of nature seamlessly integrates with the allure of exceptional access and amenities. Territory 5, one of several larger tracts within Moonlight Basin, invites you to experience the unparalleled luxury of living while embracing the beauty of the land.