Yellowstone River Estate Emigrant, Montana

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1 Yellowstone River Estate Emigrant, Montana (Best priced home on the Yellowstone River) 25 miles south of Livingston, Montana 1

2 LOCATION The Yellowstone River Estate is on the East Side of the Yellowstone River and is located approximately 25 miles south of Livingston, Montana and 25 miles North of Yellowstone National Park. The town of Livingston, Montana is only 25 miles away and one of the finest towns that Montana has to offer for western flair and country charm. Livingston has great dining, excellent shops and stores; it has several art galleries, historical buildings and several special events year round and is only 55 miles to Bozeman and 62 miles to Gallatin International Airport which has numerous flights from Delta, Big Sky, Frontier and many other airlines. Bozeman is home to Montana State University, rich with cultural events and several restaurants, stores, shopping plazas and keeping in tune with the Montana Flavor. The property is only 35 miles from the North Entrance of Yellowstone Park in Gardner, Montana. LOCALE Livingston is the original entrance to Yellowstone National Park, and it was here that rail passengers on the old Northern Pacific Railroad changed trains to catch the Park Branch Line to Yellowstone Park. Looking down Livingston s Main Street, the historic, Western atmosphere of this frontier town remains intact in many of the city s buildings. Over 436 buildings have been placed on the National Historic Register and walking maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce. Live theatre awaits you at four playhouses as well as a movie house featuring the newest releases. Art galleries, museums, unique boutiques add to the blend of spending some time in Livingston. Enjoy Sacagawea Park with an afternoon lunch, children can play at Pompey s Playground, enjoy the wading pool, tennis, horseshoes or a nice leisurely nap on the banks of the Yellowstone River. The Lagoon will provide hours of afternoon fishing for children or take a walk on the path along the river. The City Pool is open to the public from June through August. Emigrant is an unincorporated community in Park County, Montana. As of the 2000 census, Emigrant had a population of 372. Emigrant is located in southern Montana, on the Yellowstone River, about 30 miles north of Yellowstone National Park, and 20 miles south of Livingston. Emigrant is located at an elevation of 4,882 feet and sits between the Absaroka Range and the Gallatin Range in Paradise Valley, Montana. The community is located just a few miles west of Emigrant Peak el. 10,915 feet. Due to its location near the Yellowstone River, Emigrant is a popular area for fly fishing, and also home to many species, such as American Badger, Black-billed Magpie, deer, elk, and occasionally American Bison and wolves. 2

3 From Emigrant, it is only a few miles to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, and the Gallatin National Forest. Emigrant's proximity to the national forests, wilderness area, Yellowstone National Park and the Yellowstone River make it an ideal spot for outdoorsmen to visit and live in. PARK COUNTY Yellowstone National Park, Park County the original gateway. The Yellowstone River flows south to north through the county - turning east at Livingston. The county is full of rich history as well as a fair amount of legend. There is evidence of continual habitation, at least 9000 years, in The Myers-Hindman site; and The Anzick site is the only Clovis Era (11,500 years old) site which is associated with humans. The Shoshoni can be identified in Park County about 1000 A.D. after having moved north from Mexico. The Crow arrived in the area in the 1600s originating in the Midwest. In more modern times William Clark spent the night in what is now Livingston, John Bozeman was ambushed and died about 10 miles east of town, and Calamity Jane maintained a home here. The surrounding mountain ranges provide many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Park County lies within one hour of four of the finest trout streams in the world. The following population and housing data is reported from the 1990 Census. Statistics: The population of Park County is 16,132. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY Newly built, custom timber framed home on 20 river-front acres in the Paradise Valley. The home has been designed to capture the up close, easterly views of nearby Emigrant Peak and the Absaroka Range as well as the Yellowstone River and Gallatin Range to the west. The craftsmanship is readily apparent in the timber framing and interior finish detail. The material quality is excellent, yielding a beautiful western home in one of Montana s most majestic valleys. Located along the banks of one of Montana s greatest fly fishing rivers, the property is conveniently placed midway between Yellowstone National Park, and Livingston, just 5 miles from famous Chico Hot Springs resort renowned for its 5 star dinning. IMPROVEMENTS The custom, timber frame home includes 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with 5,000+ square feet on two levels. The exterior of the home is finished in hand-hewn, log slab siding and there are expansive covered porches and deck space on the main and upper levels. The main entry faces the Yellowstone River and once inside you are treated to an expansive great room that highlights the home s timber frame design. The center piece for the great room area is a Tulikivi soap stone fireplace that divides the living and dining areas which are well known for their heating capacity and efficiency. You will also enjoy the built in pizza oven. Another dramatic element of the home is the window design which take full advantage of Montana s natural beauty with views in every direction and adding a perfect amount of natural light. 3

4 The gourmet kitchen features soap stone sink and counter tops with Viking appliances, spacious work areas, and a large pantry. The kitchen opens up to the dining and living areas creating the perfect entertainment environment. Other highlights include a grand game room, media room and spacious master suite. The finish materials are high quality with a western flare including hardwood floors, solid wood doors and travertine tiled bathrooms. Fine craftsmanship and attention to detail are apparent throughout. SPECIFICS OF THE HOME 5,013 sq. feet custom timber frame home with 4 Bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths. Every room has top of the line finishes and large windows with a commanding views of either Yellowstone River or Emigrant peak. Professional kitchen includes: 5 burner Viking range Viking double convection wall oven Soapstone counters Soapstone farm sink Large Work Island Double, door style wood panel dish washer 170 sq. feet plumbed pantry Tulikivi Soapstone fireplace with wood fired pizza oven Master suite includes: 1,152 sq. ft. Larger cedar finished walk in closet. Private deck 120 sq. ft. and loft & office Large walk in duel head stone shower Soapstone gas fire place Claw foot soaking tub Office overlooking Yellowstone River Media Room Game room (Easy conversion to guest quarters) Garage: Attached 625 sq ft Decks: 2,620 sq. ft of, 1,024 of which are covered 4

5 ACREAGE The unique 20 acres situated at the base of 10,500 ft. Emigrant peak, on the banks of 672 feet of the Yellowstone River, a renowned blue ribbon trout stream. The river bank is easily navigated for wade fishing or launching a boat or raft, allowing the owner to float to or from the property. Wildlife is abundant in the area and known for large elk herds migrating out of Yellowstone Park. CLIMATE Month Avg. High Avg. Low Mean Avg. Precip Record High Record Low Jan 35 F 16 F 26 F 0.64 in. 67 F (1981) -32 F (1997) Feb 41 F 20 F 30 F 0.48 in. 70 F (1995) -33 F (1989) Mar 47 F 25 F 36 F 0.85 in. 75 F (2004) -21 F (1965) Apr 55 F 31 F 43 F 1.58 in. 86 F (1962) -2 F (1983) May 65 F 38 F 52 F 2.83 in. 93 F (1954) 11 F (2002) Jun 75 F 46 F 60 F 2.46 in. 99 F (1990) 27 F (1998) Jul 85 F 50 F 67 F 1.54 in. 103 F (2002) 35 F (1972) Aug 85 F 48 F 67 F 1.37 in. 105 F (1961) 28 F (1992) Sep 73 F 40 F 56 F 1.48 in. 99 F (1998) 10 F (1985) Oct 60 F 33 F 47 F 1.20 in. 88 F (1996) -11 F (1991) Nov 44 F 24 F 34 F 0.74 in. 77 F (1999) -31 F (1959) Dec 36 F 18 F 27 F 0.56 in. 62 F (1995) -41 F (1983) Livingston, MT On average, the warmest month is July. The highest recorded temperature was 105 F in The average coolest month is January. The lowest recorded temperature was -41 F in The maximum average precipitation occurs in May. 5

6 GENERAL OPERATION This is the primary home of the current owner who loves the majestic mountain views, fishing on the Yellowstone River and enjoy all of the outdoor recreational activities that surround the property. WILDLIFE AND FISHERY The Yellowstone River Estate is right in the heart of the Absarokee Mountains. From the house you have head on views of the mountains and the Yellowstone River. Big Game hunting in this area of Montana is excellent for all kinds of big game animals and in particular trophy Elk and Mule Deer. The fishing on this stretch of the Yellowstone River is the very best in the state; it is considered a Blue Ribbon section of the River. Check out the fishing opportunities seen below. 6

7 Yellowstone River The Yellowstone River is our "home water" and one of the great trout streams of the world. The Yellowstone is the longest undammed river in the lower 48 states, and there is excellent trout water from its tributaries high inside Yellowstone Park, downstream through Gardiner, the Paradise Valley, Livingston, and on to well below Big Timber, a stretch of nearly two hundred river miles. Guides float many different stretches of the prime water between Gardiner and Big Timber, depending on fishing conditions and water levels. The Yellowstone is a big river varying in width from 75 to 300 feet. Only in low water can one wade across the river, so the best access is by boat. The most scenic portion of the Yellowstone is through "Paradise Valley" and this is also some of the very best fishing. The water closer to Livingston holds the most trout, where you will find a pleasant mix of browns, rainbows and our native cutthroats. Rocky Mountain whitefish are abundant, and provide plenty of action and fun on days when trout are tougher to catch. Although the guides use Mackenzie-style drift boats to float the river, they often stop to wade fish the better runs. Yellowstone River Sections Yellowstone Lake down to Yellowstone Falls Inside Yellowstone National Park is some of the most gorgeous flat water fishing for pure Yellowstone cutthroats you'll experience anywhere. A portion of this stretch (through Hayden Valley) is closed all year, but the rest is easily accessible and easily wadable. No floating is allowed. Wonderful hatches occur just after the opener, on July 15th. PMDs, Green Drakes, Gray Drakes, caddis and even salmonflies are found at that time. The river can be crowded at popular access points like Buffalo Ford, but if you like to hike a bit, there are many good spots where you can get away from the crowds. The Yellowstone Canyon and Black Canyon The canyon reaches inside Yellowstone National Park are accessible only by hiking or horseback. This is some terrific fishing at times, especially during the salmonfly hatch in early to mid-july. Good access points are at Canyon Village, Tower, and Gardiner with a couple of other trailhead access points in between. If you are in good shape and like to combine some hiking and fishing, this is great water to explore. The scenery is magnificent. The river here is usually quite swift, with sheer canyon walls in spots. Wading can be dangerous in these sections, so be careful. The payoff are big fat cutthroats and some very nice rainbows. Below 7

8 Knowles Falls, about four miles upstream from Gardiner, you'll find browns and whitefish in addition to the rainbows and cutthroat trout. From Gardiner to Yankee Jim Canyon This section of the Yellowstone holds a good population of medium-sized rainbow and cutthroat trout, with a few big browns as well. The first half of this section from Gardiner to the bridge at Corwin Springs is mostly fast water, with some class II and III white water. From Corwin Springs to Yankee Jim Canyon, the river flattens out substantially and gives the angler more time to cast to fish along the banks. The last pullout before the canyon is Joe Brown Access so don't miss this one Yankee Jim Canyon Yankee Jim Canyon is the Yellowstone's best white water, with several major rapids. Steep canyon walls make it a difficult stretch to fish, but although it looks like there must be some huge fish here in the canyon, we have found that this is not the case. Because of the potential danger floating the Canyon (more than one drift boat has been demolished here), our guides do not float this stretch. Recreational floats, in big rafts, through this section are fun and available from outfitters in Gardiner. Tom Miner Bridge to Emigrant From the Tom Miner Bridge (or the Carbella access just downstream) down to Point of Rocks, there is some excellent water, lots of fast pocket water with several nice pools. Once the river reaches the Point of Rocks, the gradient decreases substantially and you get into slower, longer pools. The lower end of this stretch (below the access at mile marker 26) can be slow going in an upstream wind, so the guides will often spend less time here. Emigrant to Mallard s Rest Just downstream from Emigrant is one of our best access points, Grey Owl. From here down to Mallard's Rest there is a pleasant mix of big pools, great banks to fish and lots of big browns and rainbows. The "Bird Float" is one of the most popular, with both the guides and clients. 8

9 Carter s Bridge to Highway 89 Bridge Because the Yellowstone flows right through Livingston between these points, this is known as the "town stretch". Especially given the upstream presence of the spring creeks for spawning, this reach of fast water is ideal habitat for rainbows, and they make up most of the population here. The use of a drift boat is the best way to access this stretch, especially to get to some of the good runs on the opposite side of the river. We fish out of the boat as we float along and then stop to fish the many good runs and pools. There are several good spots to gain access if you walking and wading. Carter's Bridge, 9th St. Island, and Mayor's Landing are the best access points. Mallard s Rest to Carter s Bridge This section of river provides some of the most spectacular scenery on the Yellowstone, along with some of the best fishing. You'll find one good pool after another, and more holding water for trout than the upriver sections. This is the stretch of the river where the spring creeks flow into the Yellowstone. Rainbows dominate this stretch, but there are some very nice browns here also. You can have some wonderful wade fishing in this stretch, although we nearly always use a boat to cover the water. The Absaroka Mountains provide a gorgeous backdrop to the east, with the Gallatin Mountains to the west. Beautiful scenery, and easy rowing make this Paradise Valley section very popular with anglers and recreational floaters. Highway 89 Bridge to Columbus This section starts about five miles to the east of Livingston, just off Interstate 90, where Highway 89 turns north, toward White Sulphur Springs. This lower river, from here on down through Big Timber is similar to the water around Livingston, but the riffles and pools are farther apart so there is more unproductive water. The fish populations are not as high as in the upper river and water through town, but there are some very large rainbows and browns to be caught in this stretch. Fishing and floating pressure is much lighter though, and you often see less boats. The guides love these lower stretches, from Springdale to Big Timber and below, especially later in the summer when the hoppers are out in full force. Wind gusting across these hayfields blows a lot of hoppers in the river and creates some explosive and exciting action from big fish. Good access points are at Highway 89 Bridge, Sheep Mountain, the Pig Farm, Springdale, Grey Bear, and finally Otter Creek, Grey Cliff, Bratten, Indian Fort, Twin Bridges, and Itch-Kep-Pe Park. 9

10 RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES There are numerous outdoor recreational activities in the area including Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Hunting, Backpacking, ATV/Motorcycle Riding, Camping/Picnicking, Golfing, Horseback Riding, White Water Rafting, Wildlife viewing, Skiing and Snowmobiling TAXES $4,

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17 BROKER COMMENTS This is a unique offering of a gorgeous, high end, 5,000 square foot home on 20 acres located on the blue ribbon section of the Yellowstone River. This is the best deal that I ve ever seen on the Yellowstone River. The material quality of the home is excellent, and the property location is exceptional. PRICE Offered At $1,195,000. "#$%"#&$'()"#*+,'"($-"(,+-,.$ "#$$%&#'()*'+,+-./ /*'#5,%6,+"#$78)#9,$:);'*<#'=>:*5 17