The parcel is located on a graveled county road, approximately 1.6 miles Northeast of Central Park, 5 miles East of Manhattan, 7 miles West of Belgrade and 16 miles West of Bozeman. The ranch is about 7 miles from the Confluence of the East & West Gallatin Rivers. All in Gallatin County.
AREA
Bozeman is a city of approximately 39,000, nestled in a beautiful mountain valley. The area offers a compelling mixture of qualities – breathtaking scenery, clean air, abundant wildlife, Blue Ribbon trout streams, a leading State University and a multitude of cultural activities.
Bozeman has always been bound to the land, its roots sunk firmly in Agriculture. Despite a relatively short growing season, the area is known for seed potatoes, wheat, malting barley, hay and livestock production. Even though less than 4% of Gallatin County's population earns a living from Agriculture, farming & ranching remains a major economic force.
The largest unit in the Montana University system, Montana State University remains one of the Valley's bastions of stability. MSU is well-respected for its Agriculture, Art, Engineering, Architecture and Math & Accounting degree programs. Approximately 13,000 students attend MSU.
Gallatin County guards the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park and is the headquarters for some of the finest fishing in the world. Miles of Blue Ribbon trout streams run throughout the area. The nationally recognized Madison, Jefferson, Yellowstone and Gallatin Rivers, as well as numerous lakes & streams offer a variety of fishing experiences. One may explore South Central Montana's great rivers, storied mountains, deep forests and remote wilderness areas.
From the ranch, it is approximately a 36 mile drive to the Bridger Bowl Ski Area, offering legendary powder runs, wide open groomed runs. Big Sky, 50± miles to the South of Bozeman, features year ‘round recreation including excellent skiing, fly-fishing, horseback riding, river rafting, and several 18-hole golf courses. Some of the resort areas include Big Sky Ski & Summer Resort, the Yellowstone Club, Moonlight Basin Ski & Golf, and The Club at Spanish Peaks.
AIRPORT
Gallatin Field Jetport, in Belgrade (near Bozeman) is approximately 10 miles away, and is currently served by Allegiant Air, Delta, the Delta Connection & Alaska Air, Frontier & Midwest Air, Horizon Air, Northwest, and United & US Airways. Three outstanding private air service terminals are also available. They include Sunbird Aviation, Inc., Arlin’s Aircraft Service, Inc. and Yellowstone Jet Center.
ACREAGE
The property consists of 115± deeded acres. 80± acres of crop ground are irrigated via a Valley Pivot and 16± acres are sprinkler irrigated. The balance is irrigated or sub-irrigated pasture.
ELEVATION
Ranges between 4,270' to 4,300' above sea level.
TEMPERATURE
Mean Minimum Temperature (° F) **
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
10°
16°
19°
29°
38°
45°
49°
49°
39°
31°
21°
14°
Mean Maximum Temperature (° F) **
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
32°
39°
45°
55°
66°
75°
86°
83°
75°
62°
45°
36°
FREEZE-FREE PERIOD
Mean length of freeze-free season is 115-120 days; Average date of first freeze is September 12-17; Average date of last freeze is May 15-May 20.**
PRECIPITATION
Mean Annual Precipitation is 12" - 14". **
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
.7"
.5"
.7"
1.2"
2.2"
2.2"
1.0"
1.1"
1.2"
.9"
.7"
.6"
SNOWFALL
Mean Annual Snowfall is 25"-50" (accumulative).**
IMPROVEMENTS
Home: A spectacular. 3,484 sq. ft. custom ranch-style home was built in 2005, and contains 3 bedrooms and 2½ baths. It has an open, tiled kitchen with granite countertops, a formal dining room area, and a spacious family room with a stone fireplace. There is also a large, custom office with a re-claimed wood floor. The master bedroom has a coiffured ceiling and nice sitting area. The master bath has a tiled floor with a Jacuzzi tub and a large adjoining 6' tiled shower. The utility room is over-sized and includes two pantries–one regular size and the other is a separate, larger pantry. All cabinetry is custom made throughout the home, and the doors & windows are surrounded by custom fir trim. There is a 544 sq. ft. covered patio and a 224 sq. ft. front entryway porch. It is heated by a central, forced-air system (propane). There is an attached, 1,292 sq. ft. garage, with a 1,292 sq. ft. attic for storage. Dave Venema was the builder. The entire home is wheelchair accessible. Pole Barn: The barn was built in 2005 and measures 74' x 35' (2,590 sq. ft.). It is metal-sided, with a metal roof and a concrete floor. It is divided into two shops. The barn also has four divided lean-to areas: the first is 630 sq. ft. and is used as a saddle room; the second & third are 750 sq. ft. and 480 sq. ft. and are used for equipment and materials storage. The balance is open for equipment storage. The upstairs is a 40' x 40' (1,600 sq. ft.) furnished apartment with 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a walk-in closet. There is also a kitchen with pantry, living room and utility room. Terry Sinnema was the builder.
WATER
A spring creek, restored by Watershed Professionals, runs the length of the ranch. A ¾ acre pond that is 21± feet deep supports a community of Steelhead Trout.
If flooding is a concern, a Buyer should consult with the Gallatin County Flood Supervisor, who should be able to delineate the Flood Plain.
WATER RIGHTS
The following water rights will be transferred at closing. All water rights have been filed on as required by Montana law. The State of Montana is undergoing the adjudication of water rights at this time. The ranch has applied for water rights and they have been listed in the temporary preliminary decree. There is no guarantee which of these rights will be in the final decree.
Water Right #
Flow Rate
Source
Priority Date
Domestic
41H-30020170
30 GPM
Well -- 60 ft. deep
2-13-2006
41H-30020169
30 GPM
Well -- 76 ft. deep
2-13-2006
41H-115492-00
30 GPM
Well
7-15-1868
Irrigation
41H-115490-00
3 CFS
W. Gallatin River
5-5-1906
41H-115489-00
336.6 CFS
W. Gallatin River
10-5-1866
Stock
41H-115489-00
30 GPHPD
W. Gallatin River
10-15-1866
MINERALS
All mineral rights owned by the Seller and appurtenant to the property will convey to Buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed, so it is suggested that, if mineral rights are an important issue, the Buyer should conduct a mineral search with a Title Company.
SCHOOLS
Public School is in the Belgrade School System, District #44. During the 2009-2010 school year, Belgrade had approximately 2,166 students in grades PK-8 and 803 students in high school. Home of the “Panthers.”
The Belgrade School System can be further researched here: BELGRADE SCHOOLS.
Manhattan Christian School, a quality, private school is located in the community of Churchill. It has approximately 60 students in Pre-School and 285 students in Grades K-12. Home of the "Eagles."
All information is from sources deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed by Don Vaniman, Ranch Broker, Seller, or Agent. Offering is subject to error, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of the purchase by Owner. I urge independent verification of each and every item submitted, to the satisfaction of any prospective Purchaser.
**Information is collected from the MSU Extension Service, MAPS Atlas Program, 1994.
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