Lewistown MT , Lewistown, MT 59457(Fergus County)

Located in the foothills of the Big Snowy Mountain Range just 15 miles south of the community of Lewistown, Montana, Aspen Bend is a paradisal gentlemans ranch and recreational retreat. The ranchs 355.53 acres are bisected by the East Fork of Big Spring Creek, which is known for its exceptional water quality and clarity. The stream offers fly fishing for Brooke trout up to 16 inches and creates riparian and wetland habitat that attracts a wide variety of wildlife, including pheasant, waterfowl, whitetail, mule deer and elk. Stands of aspen and chokecherry-filled draws offer diversity and additional habitat complementing uplands that support Hungarian partridge, and sharp-tailed grouse. The ranch is truly a wildlife wonder, and the adjoining 640 acres of public land offers additional opportunity for hunting, hiking and wildlife watching. The custom owners residence is finely constructed and artfully appointed with 4,882 square feet, four bedrooms and three-and-one-half bathrooms on two levels. The 1952 ranch house has been partially renovated and could serve as a three-bedroom, two-bath guest home. Irrigation from Big Spring Creek offers further ranch production and wildlife enhancement opportunity. This is one of those special properties where one wishes to stay and enjoy a life within its boundaries.