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[Hatchdog]

That Polson area is really beautiful. As a kid I spent a lot of time at Lake Mary Ronan near Flathead lake. Driving from the timberland of the Spokane area to the open-ness of that part of Montana was pretty thrilling. Often we would go to the Kalispel area to a restaurant called The Tamarack for a great steak dinner. I have recently looked for that place online but have been unable to find it.

That log home is awesome even with all the downsides to that style including the high ceilings. Just keep that wood stove stoked up and enjoy……

Wonderful views.

[Sir Henry]

This log house has squatters in it. This area is 69% white and 31% Indian. I viewed the area via satellite and there is a lot of junk.

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This one is nestled in the mountains at 5,200 feet and sits beside a small airport and what looks like is a race track of some sort.

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[Sir Henry]

I thought this was interesting. Montana is going through a change to clean up the state especially in some areas.

https://www.montanapbs.org/programs/saving-the-burg/

[Sir Henry]

I might just give small time ranching a try.

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[BigAl52]

Thats a nice place Gene. You might need Google Maps to find your way around though. 5300 Sq Ft thats a lotta house

[RanchRoper]

I listen to the AM country oldies station from Polson MT.

[GeoBoy]

Gene, $900G’s and that’s a lot of house to clean.

[Sir Henry]

Gene, $900G’s and that’s a lot of house to clean.

It’s twice my house at 2/3 the price. Plus it’s 12 acres that can be sub-divided. Or a huge barn can be put up. The main floor has one bedroom with its own bathroom. I think it’s the bedroom Alice on The Brady Bunch would use. The basement doesn’t need to be used. And the upstairs would just be there.

The heating and electrical bills aren’t that much higher than mine now. Plus the water is free if you pump it out of the ground. Here a water bill can run $200 to $600 a month in the summer. If I compare everything including taxes it’s cheaper for me to live there than here. Plus I would have a large chunk of cash to buy the necessary equipment to keep it in shape.

[RanchRoper]

I can only tell you my experience around our place. We only have 10 acres but I am ALWAYS working, maintaining or fixing something. 4 seasons. Not trying to put you off, just know that there is never a time where there isn't something that needs attending to. House, out-buildings, grass, weeds, fences, driveway, downed trees, wood for the stove, equipment maintenance, etc etc. There are times where I sit and enjoy for sure, but the maintenance part is always waiting for me. Winters can be long and tough here and we are similar climate to Montana, although I don't know if they get the warm Chinook winds in winter as a reprieve. Winter prep starts here in summer.

Don't get me wrong, you will love Montana, just be aware with a large property. Good equipment is certainly key to keeping on top of it. Best of luck in your search.

[BigAl52]

My sister told me about there water bill and property taxes. Totally nuts on both counts. More water up that way than in quite a few places in the country and its 5 times higher than it is here.