5 Scenic Acreage Retreats and Mountain-View Homes in Montana and Idaho

Set on 5 acres in Three Forks, this Montana retreat opens to mountain ranges and wide-open meadows that define Big Sky Country. Inside, an open-concept floor plan is shaped for everyday ease and memorable gatherings, with abundant natural light pouring through oversized windows to warm the main living spaces. The living room becomes a front-row seat to panoramic views and unforgettable sunsets, a quiet rhythm that anchors life here. Four generously sized bedrooms and 3.5 baths support both privacy and together time, while the main floor offers ample room to host friends, settle in with family, or simply linger by the glass as the landscape shifts. Downstairs, an unfinished 2,000 square-foot basement offers a true blank canvas—home theater, workout space, guest suite, or expanded living areas—ready to evolve with your vision.

Surrounded by 40 acres on Sage Mountain Road in Billings, this six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath residence embraces long, open views and a sense of distance from the everyday. A huge living room anchors the interior, framed by a wall of windows and tall ceilings that keep the horizon in constant view. Multiple decks extend the living space outdoors, while partial fencing, storage sheds, and a chicken coop support a more hands-on rhythm of life. Practicality is equally considered, with a new well and reverse osmosis purification system, plus a 3-car attached oversized garage. For leisure and flexibility, the home includes a theater room, pool table, wet bar, and a separate apartment. Downstairs, a bank-style vault room with wood shelving adds a memorable twist, alongside a private basement suite with its own entrance near weight room equipment.

Set on 9.8 acres in the Gallatin Valley, this end-of-the-road lot offers a quiet neighborhood setting with privacy and a front-row view of the Tobacco Root Mountain Range. The landscape does the daily work of living well here—wide-open skies in every direction, peaceful seclusion, and the feeling of a true Central Montana retreat—while remaining just minutes from the town of Manhattan and the Four Corners area of Bozeman. Much of the early effort is already in place for a future build: foundation excavation is done, an approved septic permit is secured, a well has been drilled, and power is to the lot. An improved driveway leads to the building site, where architectural plans await your vision. Light CCRs help preserve the neighborhood’s character as you shape what comes next.

Size: 10.00 acres

From its elevated setting with mountain views, this Roberts retreat leans into the rhythms of Montana—grass swaying in nearby fields and big-sky horizons framing daily life. Inside, vaulted ceilings set an airy tone, paired with custom high-end features and additions that give the interiors a tailored finish. The kitchen is designed for real use, with quartz countertops and new appliances, including a Wolf gas range and double ovens. A large family room anchors gatherings, while surround sound carries the experience throughout. For recreation at home, the pool table, bar, and home gym all stay, creating a space that easily shifts from lively evenings to quiet routines. The neighborhood’s large lots and streams offer room to breathe, and Red Lodge is just 15 minutes away for recreation, a historic downtown, and an active community.

From its elevated setting above Chinden, this Boise retreat takes in sweeping views of the Bogus Mountain side and the valley below, while keeping downtown just 10 minutes away. Inside, two fireplaces—one in the dining area and another in the main suite—lend warmth and a relaxed, inviting rhythm to daily life. The main bedroom is notably spacious, paired with a spa-like bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower, double vanity, and a daylight walk-in closet, plus a door that opens directly to the backyard.