(Short Listing) SOUTH FORK LOG CABIN, UTICA, MONTANA The South Fork Log Cabin is in the heart of thousands of acres of public land of the Lewis & Clark National Forest Service. This Cabin offers unlimited recreational opportunities out your back door, only steps away to of some of Montana s pristine National Forest service Land. The legendary Western artist Charlie Russell learned the way of the cowboy and mountain man here on the South Fork of the Judith River, many of his most famous painting were inspired by the landscape and drama that unfolded here as they settled the west. Russell Point which can be seen from the cabin, was named for Charlie. Erected in 1924 on what was then called the Trask Ranch. This rustic cozy log cabin occupies 916 square feet of living space that features one bedroom, bathroom, laundry area, large open kitchen with dining area, living room and screened in porch. Outbuilding include: Sleeping Cabin, Bunk House, Green House and Storage Sheds. This property is being sold at turnkey move in ready property, all furniture and furnishing to stay, just bring your suitcase. The South Fork Log Cabin offers a great location for Scenic Mountain living with unlimited year around recreational opportunities only steps away for your front door. This cabin offers easy access into Lewistown and Great Falls. This is an outstanding opportunity to invest in Montana. $274,900.
(Full Listiing) SOUTH FORK LOG CABIN UTICA, MONTANA
General Description: The South Fork Log Cabin is in the heart of thousands of acres of public land of the Lewis & Clark National Forest Service. This Cabin offers unlimited recreational opportunities out your back door, only steps away to of some of Montana s pristine National Forest service Land.
This property is located in Judith Basin County. Judith Basin County is nestled in the heart of the state Known as the Last, Best Place. Judith Basin truly fits the classic Montana description of high, wide and handsome. The legendary Western artist Charlie Russell learned the way of the cowboy and mountain man here on the South Fork of the Judith River, many of his most famous painting were inspired by the landscape and drama that unfolded here as they settled the west. Russell Point which can be seen from the cabin, was named for Charlie. For more information on Charlie Russell go to www.cmrussell.org
Enjoy the wide open and uncrowded spaces of the Judith Basin. Hiking, fishing, scenic drives, watching wildlife, camping, hunting and winter sports are a few of the activities you will find here.
Location: Located on the east side of the Little Belt Mountains, approximately 20 miles southwest of historic Utica, Montana. Situated on what was part of the Trask Ranch, in an area known to the locals as Pig Eye Basin. Access is via the South Fork Road which is a Gravel County and Forest Service Road. The adjoining land of the formerly Trask Ranch has been developed for cabins sites. This development is called Russell Point Ranch Tracts. The South Fork Log Cabin is separate from this Development. Lewistown is a short 55 miles away to the east and Great Falls 95 miles to the northwest. Stanford, the county seat of Judith Basin County is 40 miles to the north. Stanford has a population of approximately 750 residents and boasts a small bank, grocery store, schools and restaurants. One has to get a good feeling from the charming store fronts and friendly atmosphere on Main Street. Traveling south from Utica one travels through the world renowned Sapphire Village, recognized for its Yogo Sapphires that are mined in the area. For more information on Yogo Sapphires to www.montanagem.com
History: The town of Utica was a hangout for cowboys and headquarters for the Judith Basin Cattle Pool in the 1880s. There was a storehouse for saddles, bridles and other gear for roundups from one season to the next. When the riders came to town, Utica was the liveliest town around. Jake Hoover discovered a sapphire mine in Yogo Gulch above Utica; that s the same Hoover who gave Charlie Russell a home and grub while the artist was fiddling around with painting. Utica is Charlie Russell country and much of the artist s work bears memories of this area and its people. Improvements: Main Cabin: This log cabin was erected in 1924 on what was then called the Trask Ranch. This rustic cozy log cabin occupies 916 square feet of living space plus an enclosed porch with an additional 210 square feet of living space utilized as a seasonal sleeping area or a sun porch. The main log cabin features one bedroom, bathroom, laundry area, large open kitchen with dining area and a living room. Open front porch having 344 square feet. This property is being sold at turnkey move in ready property, all furniture and furnishing to stay, just bring your suitcase. Currently utilized as a year around residence.
Primarily, this cabin is heated with wood heat. Propane hot water heat and electric baseboard heat are installed for backup. All new double pane windows were installed in the cabin two years ago. Other Outbuildings Sleeping Cabin: This structure was built in 2008 straddling Burley Creek having 288 square feet of living space. This cabin is utilized as one large bedroom with a large walk in closet area. Large picture windows bring the outside in. Heated with electric heat.
Bunk House: This building has 168 square feet of living space and has two single beds.
Greenhouse: Installed within the last couple years is an 8 x12 foot greenhouse to help get the early start on the vegetables.
Storage Shed: Utilized for storage of lawnmowers and snow blowers, have 140 square feet. Metal Shed: Having 108 square feet and used for snowmobile storage. Acreage: This log cabin and outbuilding are situated on 0.94 of an acre and borders the Lewis and Clark National Forest Service on its southern and eastern boundary. Burley Creek, a seasonal creek flows thru this lot. Situated also on this lot is a spring that also feeds into Burley Creek. Both Burley Creek and the spring were affected by the drought conditions approximately 5 years ago and are just starting to recover and recharge this aquifer. Water: A developed well is utilized for domestic water for this property. This well is 50 feet deep and produces 10 GPM. A water right is filed on this well with Montana Department of Natural Resources.
Recreation: The South Fork Log Cabin is situated in the heart of unlimited public National Forest Service Land of the Lewis and Clark National Forest Service. This acreage borders the National Forest Service and only steps away from your back door, you have access to this public acreage. The Little Belt Mountains are an old mountain range worn down from years of weather and time, resulting in an intensive road system throughout the entire mountain range. From the South Fork Log Cabin one can access a seasonal road system that winds its way through miles and miles of Forest Service land. Winter time use is via snowmobiles. Trail #487, travels through Russian flats and over Hoover Mountain pass and down the Lost Fork Ridge and exiting onto Highway #89, designated Scenic Byway at Kings Hill Pass. Go to www.scenicbyways.info/byway/2055.html for Kings Hill Scenic Byway. Checkerboard and Martinsdale, Montana are also accessed via Trail #487 and exiting onto Trail #274 that turns into Spring Creek Road. Go to http://www.bigskyfishing.com/scenic-drives/judith-river.php for the Judith River Backcountry Drive. For more information on the Lewis and Clark National Forest Service go to their web site at www.fs.fed.us/r1/lewisclark/ Within a minutes drive in any direction of this cabin you can
access some of Montana s premier elk hunting. For information on hunting and fishing go to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks web site at http://fwp.mt.gov The Judith River Wildlife Management Area is eight air miles north of this cabin at the edge of the Little Belt Mountains and is a good place to view large elk herds in late fall and winter. The Judith River is a tributary of Missouri River. Starting in the Little Belt Mountains and stretching for 127 miles in central Montana and emptying into the Missouri River not far from Judith Landing. This excellent canoeing stream flows through isolated breaks county that features white cliffs, deep coulees, and peculiar rock formations. Captain Clark of the corps of Discovery named the Judith for Julia Hancock, whom he later married in 1808. This area also offers endless recreational opportunities for ATV riding, mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking just to name a few. Winter recreation includes snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. Forest Service Snowmobile trails can be accessed right from the property. The Kings Hill Pass also offers approximately 200 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, plus Cross-country skiers will find approximately twenty miles of groomed cross-country ski trails for wintertime enjoyment.
Taxes: 2015 Real Estate Taxes were $298.23 Price: $274,900 Cash or owner financing with $100,000 down an balance amortized over 5 years at 6% interest with monthly payments. Showings: Showing are only by appointment with a 24 hour notice. Call Charlie White, Broker at 406-799-0406 or email: cwhite@holidayrealtymt.com to set up showings.
Brokers Comments: The South Fork Log Cabin offers a great location for Scenic Mountain living with unlimited year around recreational opportunities only steps away for your front door. This cabin offers easy access into Lewistown and Great Falls. This is an outstanding opportunity to invest in Montana, "The Last Best Place." For more information about Montana go to www.visitmt.com DISCLOSURE NOTE: The information contained herein has been supplied by the Owner to Holiday Realty and/or compiled by Holiday Realty from other sources believed to be reliable. All information contained herein is not guaranteed to be accurate and the reader of this brochure should independently verify all such information. Maps are for orientation purposes only. Boundary lines are drawn as accurately as possible, but are not exact. These maps are not to be construed as either a survey or a legal description. FOR MAPS AND AERIAL PHOTOS CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW LOCATOR MAP
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