PROPERTY
OVERVIEW
River Keep | Belgrade, Montana
Fronting on the exclusive East Gallatin River, one of the finest small water fisheries in the region, the River Keep home was completed in 2023 by Yellowstone Traditions, with architectural design by Annex Architects. It offers more than 5,500 square feet of living space.
The exterior features a combination of stone, wood, mortar, steel, and glass in a modern mountain style. High-end finishes give it a clean, refined look. Outdoor features include covered patios and a builtin BBQ area with clear expansive views of the Bridger Mountains.
Inside, the main level begins with a foyer that opens into a large great room with a stone fireplace as the focal point. The great room, dining area, and kitchen share a bright, open layout with vaulted ceilings and large windows looking directly at the Bridger Mountain Range. The kitchen includes a dining island, Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, two farmhouse sinks, and a separate butler’s pantry for additional prep space and storage.
The master suite faces the river and includes dual walk-in closets, double vanities and water closets both indoor and outdoor showers, and a private connection to an exercise room and a second office (convertible to additional bedrooms) overlooking a neighboring pond. Two en-suite guest bedrooms are also located on the main level, along with a beautiful powder room, two full bathrooms, and a half bath.
The home includes a spacious four-car attached garage. Above the garage, there’s a vaulted bonus room that can be used as a game room, office, or extra bedroom. This space also includes a half bath and commanding views of the Bridgers.
Additional utility spaces include a mudroom and a gear room with a dog wash, as well as a large laundry and utility room featuring built-in storage.
BELGRADE, MT | 40± ACRES | OFFERED @ $13.5M
40± acres with East Gallatin River frontage
• 5,500± SF home built in 2023 by Yellowstone Traditions
• 3 beds | 3 full baths | 2 half baths
• Mountain modern design with Bridger views
• Chef’s kitchen with Viking & Sub-Zero appliances
• 4-car garage with bonus room and additional utility spaces
RECREATIONAL AMENITIES
The East Gallatin River is one of southwest Montana’s best-kept secrets for fly fishing. It begins just east of downtown Bozeman and flows north through the Gallatin Valley, eventually joining the West Gallatin River near Manhattan. Fed by spring creeks and consistent mountain runoff, the East Gallatin remains cold and clear year-round, ideal conditions for healthy populations of wild brown and rainbow trout.
Unlike other famous rivers in the area, much of the East Gallatin River flows through private land, meaning public access is limited. This restricted access keeps angler pressure low and fishing quality high. “It is a small river with significant potential, particularly in the upper stretches near Belgrade, where it narrows to under 20 feet in width and offers excellent fishing opportunities during the spring, early summer and fall.”
River Keep offers direct, private access right out the back door to one of the most productive stretches of the East Gallatin River. More than just river frontage, the river here shapes the entire character of the property. Mature cottonwoods and native grasses frame the overall landscape, while the steady sound of moving water adds to the property’s quiet, secluded feel. Wildlife is abundant, with whitetail deer, pheasants, ducks, and even an occasional moose frequenting the area.
Despite its peaceful atmosphere, River Keep is just minutes from Bozeman, offering rare river access while not sacrificing everyday convenience.
SUMMARY
Offered @ $13,500,000
WESTERN RANCH BROKERS
OUR TEAM
JIM TOTH
Broker (406) 539-2550
jim@westernranchbrokers.com
With 20 years of experience as a ranch broker, Jim Toth knows that land is worth more than just its physical assets. With a career built in the agriculture business, private ranch management, and as one of the busiest outfitters in Western Montana, Jim knows the view from the saddle as well as the view from the office and how important they are to each other. But he just might not take off his boots in the conference room.
Jim also understands the value and importance of tillable acreage, how cattle stocking rate affects rangelands, the ins-and-outs of water rights, habitat management, and a lot more. Along with a desire to get to know a prospective seller or buyer, Jim’s ability to gauge a property’s values and understand the desires of a buyer is a large part of his success–the rest of his successes are the result of his approachable and personable demeanor.
Always willing to share a favorite fishing hole or be the one to buy the first round, Jim finds that nearly all of his clients come to him first through business but then remain as friends. In 1991, he opened the Grizzly Hackle fly shop in Missoula, a brand that became synonymous with fly fishing in Southwest Montana. When his fishing clients started turning to him for help buying Montana ranches of their own, ranch brokering became a logical next step in his career. In 2002, he sold the fly shop and dedicated all of his time to ranch brokerage, eventually founding Western Ranch Brokers.
Jim and his wife Cassandra spend time on their small ranch outside of Belgrade, Montana. When not fishing or riding their horses, they enjoy traveling the West to visit their adult children.
LET OUR EXPERIENCE LEAD THE WAY
The team at Western Ranch Brokers bring a level of expertise and hands on ranch experience you won’t find anywhere else. We are here to ensure you have a reliable, trustworthy, hardworking advisor when buying or selling a ranch. Our handshake is backed by a team of tireless professionals committed to your interests.
RELATIONSHIPS IN REAL ESTATE
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SELLERS AGENTS
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BUYERS AGENTS
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DUAL AGENTS
A real estate licensee can be the agent of both the seller and the buyer in a transaction, but only with the knowledge and informed consent, in writing, of both the seller and the buyer. In such a dual agency situation, the licensee will not be able to disclose all known information to either the seller or the buyer. As a dual agent, the licensee will not be able to provide the full range of fiduciary duties to the seller or buyer. The obligations of a dual agent are subject to any specific provisions set forth in any agreement between the dual agent, the seller and the buyer.
