Remodeled and remarkably charming, this Fort Benton home is situated on an expansive corner lot that offers up ample yard space and privacy. A detached 2-car garage complements the home and is heated! With 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the residence comfortably accommodates a buyer looking for a home, a hunting cabin, or a vacation rental. The 1,612 square feet features a main floor master suite with an ensuite bathroom. The open floor plan has the living space flowing efficiently into the kitchen. In the back of the home are a bonus room and the laundry room, all on the main floor. The barn wood trim and accents and the cozy fireplace radiate a warmth associated with that of a cabin or woodsy retreat. Large windows allow the natural light to spill in. The Missouri River flows right through Fort Benton and outdoor recreation extends from your back door! Experience this home and you'll never want to leave! Local Area The small town of Fort Benton, MT has the charm to leave a big impression on the hearts of many. For example, Forbes named Fort Benton one of the fifteen prettiest towns in America, and National Geographic Travelers warns tourists not to miss Fort Benton. Community cordiality is a reoccurring theme in the town known as the Birthplace of Montana, so you can expect a friendly wave from the passerby. History is rich in this area and history buffs often seek the information that the local museums, trails, and monuments have to offer. Fort Benton is a living tribute to the days when the West was wild where you can walk in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark! Additionally, Fort Benton is located on the banks of the mighty Missouri River giving it a unique and spectacular perspective of wildlife and views. Here you can walk on the same riverbank as Lewis and Clark and the Corp of Discovery did two hundred years ago. Float the majestic Missouri River, stroll Front Street, shop the accommodating stores, hit up a landmark event, or relax and journey back in time at the historic Grand Union Hotel. This fascinating region defines Big Sky Country with its brilliant blue sky overhead, the Majestic Rocky Mountains awaiting in the distance, and the friendliest people you will find in the state. Area Attractions Central Montana features some of Montana's best representation of the rolling plains and rugged mountain ranges. Recreational and cultural opportunities display Montana's western past and illustrate the beauty of its present. Missouri River Get swept away on this majestic river that offers up memorable float trips and big fish! From Fort Benton to the North Dakota border, the Missouri River flows through beautiful scenery and peaceful environments. Access to this portion of the river is limited due to the towering canyons with fascinating rock formations and large arid buttes. This allows floaters and anglers the peace and serenity they long for. The Missouri River is a large part of the area's history. Its blue waters offer anglers the opportunity to catch huge Northern Pike, Walleye, Catfish, and Smallmouth Bass. The high nutrition of the water allows fish to get big...and the stories are even bigger! Longer float trips on this portion of the river are popular and can be scheduled with local outfitters. Canoeing and kayaking are part of the activities that locals and tourists partake in all while casting in a line to try their luck. Further down the river, the Missouri River Breaks astonish floaters and historians dropping their jaws in sheer awe at the unique and formidable landscape. Highwood Mountains In Chouteau County near Highwood, Belt Creek and Highwood Creek provide Brookie Trout fishing. The deep pools along the cliffs and rock formations are great for fly fishing or for catching bigger trout. The Highwood Mountains are a popular destination for camping, fishing, ATV-ing, horseback riding, hiking, and enjoying a fantastic scenic drive.
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