Hart Bench Ranch
Darby, MTIn the shadows of the Bitterroot Mountains lies a near-perfect 155± acre assemblage of irrigated pasture and forested hillsides with a complete set of operational and residential improvements minutes from Darby, Montana.
The Buffalo Trail Ranch occupies a proud position along one of the most scenic reaches of Montana’s famous Blackfoot River, adjacent to Scotty Brown Bridge. A spacious mix of wide-open meadows, scattered pockets of timber and over 1.5 miles of easy-access riverfront on 550± acres make this perhaps the finest Montana riverfront property available today.
The home has been lovingly restored from an early 20th century settler’s cabin. Complete with all the modern upgrades and at least two additions over time, the residence appears to literally have sprouted from the banks of this esteemed river. Occupying a choice bankside location that under today’s land use restrictions would be impossible to recreate, the home has commanding views up and down river, as well as a riverside deck from which one could literally cast a fly. Three architecturally restored guest cabins surround a bonfire pit alongside the main house, conjuring images of sparks flying into the summer night while enjoying the company of family and other loved ones. Additional features include extraordinary wildlife values, including an important elk calving area and easy year-round access from Highway 200 less than one hour from Missoula.