One of the very best locations in all of the greater Missoula area. Just 15 minutes to Missoula International Airport and only 20 minutes to the major shopping on Reserve St. by way of I-90 and a paved County Rd to within ½ mile of the HOA maintained cul-de-sac. This is not only a convenient location, but an ideal setting situated in the foothills at the edge of the forest, it has the advantage of being above valley inversions and in the sunshine, taking advantage of warmer winter temperatures and cooler mountain temperatures in the summer. The home is perched at the edge of the forest with the shade and forest but not deep into the trees, with a large house and attached double card garage, a friendly meadow (ideal for horse or livestock pasture) and landscaping, a variety of trees, yet retaining enough openness for views and sun. Both National Forest and State land are an easy walk away. Schools, gas, groceries, restaurant, bank, Post Office, a golf course and the Frenchtown Pond State Park, are all less than 10 minutes away. Nestled in a private site, so no neighbors can see in your windows from theirs, this cedar-sided home is surrounded by pine, spruce, poplar hybrid, fruit trees, flowering shrubs and a multitude of lilacs. Covered front & back porches are perfect for relaxing and enjoying a continuous wildlife show. The large South & East facing deck, with protected corner gazebo, makes for a delightful place to entertain, BBQ, or just relax in a quiet, private setting. The 3-level home offers a dining/great room with a wood fireplace (heatilator) surrounded by cabinetry, tile & distinctive wood and with French door access to the large mountain & valley view deck. The kitchen also offers French door access to this deck for easy outdoor entertaining. The kitchen has beautiful solid oak cabinets, sliding pull-out shelving for pans, baking dishes and kitchenware, a large spice cabinet, refrigerator w/icemaker, and a Jennaire range for indoor grilling. There is also a large pantry with deep shelving, and in the hinged doors. Upstairs you’ll find a guest room and the large master bedroom with a sitting room & luxurious master bath featuring an oversized bathtub, skylight, extensive tile work, a separate shower; all designed to cater to the comforts of the homeowner. The guest room is also extra-large with more than enough room for 2 queen sized beds. Additional special features of the home include: Enjoy beautiful views from every triple-pane window (with screens), gorgeous & durable easy-care wood parquet floors in the entryway and the master bath. Mature landscaping & enclosed garden area with raspberry patch, end of cul-de-sac privacy. Small town living only 10 minutes to coveted Frenchtown elementary & High School, close to creek & near river access and convenient to I-90 access to hospitals, major shopping, entertainment and the University of Montana in Missoula. Owner is licensed broker in the state of Montana.