Situated at the center of 20 private acres with the feeling of complete solitude, the location and design of this home will take your breath away. Surrounded by the untouched forest, you are mesmerized by nature as the gentle breeze moves over the top of the pines and into the surrounding mountains. The unobstructed views sweep across the lake and into the Canadian Rockies and can be enjoyed from every level of the home. The design is both modern and warm boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant natural lighting to enhance the feeling of living in the tree tops. Thoughtfully laid out to maximize views and harmonize interior space with the surrounding natural beauty, the covered wrap-around deck allows you to enjoy Montana to the fullest any time of year. The home is adorned with luxury features including vaulted ceilings, hand-crafted wood beams, warm accent walls and custom woodwork that create a bold yet serene living space. (click below for more...) The open floor plan is centered on the chef's dream kitchen with quartz countertops, gas double oven, 8 burner range and a massive walk-in pantry with additional refrigerator/freezer and counter space. The top floor of the home is reserved for a sprawling master suite with elevated mountain and lake views that can be enjoyed from the private deck. Relax at the end of the day in the oversized soaking tub and a walk-in shower crafted with handmade Cloe tile. The 3-car garage has a full apartment with separate entrance, perfect for a VRBO or entertaining guests. This smart home is run by a hands-off solar system with a propane whole-house backup generator. Your self-sufficient homestead features a fenced garden area, custom chicken coop, and Walipini green house complete with fish ponds, planter boxes and programmable drip irrigation. Enjoy the peace and quiet with the convenience of a short ride to town and amenities. With easy access year round as well as close proximity to the beaches of Lake Koocanusa and Abayance Bay Marina and restaurant, endless recreation awaits you! Come see why Abayance Bay is famous for their summer concert series on the lake. Call today for your private tour of this magnificent home! Contact Gretchen Lancaster at 406-291-7099 or your real estate professional.