Available for 8-12 month lease Rare opportunity to live in a high-quality lakefront home with private lake access in Montana. Fully furnished and thoughtfully equipped, this home is designed for effortless year-round living. Spend your days on the water swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, or just enjoying the view from your private lakefront cabana. In the evenings, you can grill on the BBQ, wind down by the fire pit under the stars, or walk to some of the area's best restaurants for farm-to-table dining or casual lakefront fare. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, an outdoor basecamp, or a remote work sanctuary with reliable high speed wifi, this property delivers the full Montana lake lifestyle in every season. Just arrive, unpack, and start living it. About the Home: Recently remodeled down to the studs in 2021 with high-end finishes throughout. There is a fenced yard where children and pets can play safely. Comfort is prioritized with new Serta mattresses, blackout curtains, and well-appointed living spaces. The home features fireplaces on each floor for cozy fall and winter nights. The gourmet kitchen features Thermador and Bosch appliances. The home has a flexible layout. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms and 2 walk-out decks. The upstairs and downstairs flow together as one living space, or the downstairs can be used as a private 1-bedroom 1-bath "apartment" for multi-generational living. One of the bedrooms can easily be split into two twin beds rather than a queen. There is a garage and a bunkhouse which may also be used as an office or for visiting guests (negotiable). High-speed WiFi supports remote work, and you can also work from the cabana on the dock, overlooking the lake. Monthly rent: $4,500 - negotiable for high quality tenants depending on lease length and other factors. The lease dates will be flexible work particularly well for people moving to the area, building, or looking to buy. Outdoor & Location: Enjoy 65 feet of private lake access. Paddle boards and kayaks are included. Walking distance to some of the area's best local restaurants including Woods Bay Wine, The Bonfire, Raven, Sitting Duck, and Papa's Market. You can see live music at The Raven right on the water during the summer, and the other restaurants regularly host live music as well. The community in Woods Bay is known for being friendly and welcoming. Convenient location: Bigfork town: 8 minutes (schools, medical, gym, grocery, golfing, restaurants, services) Hiking: 5 minutes Snowmobiling: 10 minutes Glacier National Park: ~45 minutes Skiing: ~45 minutes Kalispell: 35 minutes Additional Details: This is a private lake home that previously operated as a 5-star Airbnb in the summer months, where it has historically rented at over $1,000 per night during the summer season. It has also been successfully rented during winter months to long-term tenants relocating or building in the area. The owner is currently spending most of the year on other projects, making this the first time the home is being offered as a longer-term lease. Other lease terms may be considered. Summer-only inquiries will be priced significantly higher and evaluated separately. Off-season only inquires (Oct-May) may be priced lower. Lease is managed directly with the owner no property management company or third-party rental office involved, allowing for a simple and streamlined process. Maximum Occupants: 5-6 Pets: One medium/large dog or up to two small dogs considered. No cats. Fenced front and back yard. Available July 8. One dog will be considered with a pet fee. There is a fenced yard. Absolutely no smoking, cigarettes or 420 anywhere on the property. If you, anyone in your group, or anyone who visits regularly is a smoker, this is not a good fit for you. There is ample parking for 4+ vehicles.
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