Montana's Sheilds Valley is a place where the seasons set the rhythm of life and wide-open spaces stretch in every direction.....Surrounded by ranch land with majestic views of the Absarokas, Bridgers and Crazy Mountains, this property seamlessly combines timeless craftsmanship with a mountain modern design. Spanning 3,000 square feet across three light filled levels this home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and an attached garage and large detached shop. The main level offers 1200 sqft and an open-concept design with chef's kitchen, dining area and living room framed by impressive rough-cut timbers and features hardwood floors, large picture windows, a cozy wood-burning stove and a large deck creating an inviting space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The main floor also offers a half bath, walk-in pantry and a light-filled bedroom/home office that opens to its own private deck with endless Big Sky views. Upstairs is dedicated entirely to the master suite, including a spacious walk-in closet and a full bathroom with a soaking tub! The fully finished basement, with nine-foot ceilings and polished concrete floors, offers over 1,200 square feet of versatile space, featuring a comfortable family room, laundry room with custom cabinets and storage, two lg. bedrooms and an additional 3/4 bathroom-perfect for family or guests. Youll love the attached, heated garage for convenience and a massive two-story timber-framed shop on a concrete pad, perfect for hobbies, equipment, boats, RVs, storage and that sometimes serves as an indoor hockey rink! The shop also includes a partially finished one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with rough-in plumbing, electrical and gas. The property has a 30 gpm well, 1000 gallon buried propane tank and is fully fenced. Ideally located only 20 minutes from Livingston, less than an hour to Bozeman and just 30 minutes to Bridger Bowl via Brackett Creek. Cottonwood Bench Road is maintained by the county and is a school bus stop for Clyde Park and Wilsall schools. If you're looking for privacy, functionality and a front-row seat to Montana's ever-changing skies, this property truly has it all!