Price: $24,250,000
Location: 3039 & 3005 Foothill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901
In the heart of the Flathead Valley, Plaid Swan Ranch is a distinctive legacy estate comprising nearly 60 acres of land. At the center of the ranch stands a 14,228-square-foot chalet-style residence inspired by Glacier National Park’s historic Lake McDonald Lodge. The architectural influence is immediately evident in the home’s scale and materiality.
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Throughout the home, thoughtful craftsmanship and unique details define the experience. A sunroom incorporates fossil stone doors and hand-painted ceiling murals. Marble-floored dining areas transition naturally into entertainment spaces. Highlights include a custom theater, expansive wine cellar, multiple balconies and patios, whole-house speakers, smart lighting systems, and an elevator serving all levels.
The great room alone spans more than 2,000 square feet, with 27-foot vaulted ceilings and a monumental stone fireplace that doubles as a rock-climbing wall.
One of the property’s defining qualities is the breadth of its residential and operational infrastructure. In addition to the main residence, the estate includes a two-bedroom carriage house apartment attached to the home, a two-bedroom caretaker’s cottage, two one-bedroom guest chalets, a two-bedroom fairytale-style cottage, and a one-bedroom ranch house. Together, these structures establish an estate that supports multigenerational living, extended guest stays, or staff accommodations with ease.
“Plaid Swan Ranch feels like stepping into a living storybook—towering evergreens, handcrafted lodges, a trout pond, and trails that carry you straight into the mountains.”
– Jennifer Shelley, PureWest, Christie’s International Real Estate
Equestrian and outdoor amenities reinforce the ranch’s versatility. A 4,200-square-foot stable with four stalls, cross-fenced pastures, a private trout-stocked pond, scenic walking trails, and a series of practical outbuildings—including a heated generator house, greenhouse, and loafing sheds—ensure the property functions as both a refined residence and a working estate.
The acreage has been intentionally allocated to reflect both beauty and utility. Approximately 20 acres support drylands hay production and another 20 acres of mature forest provide privacy. The remaining grounds include manicured landscaping, pastures, barns, and residences, all connected by a winding, lighted, paved driveway that reinforces the sense of arrival.
Positioned at the base of the Swan Mountain Range, the property commands sweeping views toward Jewel Basin, one of the area’s most celebrated hiking destinations. Also, Glacier Park International Airport is just 30 miles away. Nearby Bigfork—known for its galleries, dining, and cultural offerings—adds a vibrant touchpoint for those who seek connection beyond the estate.
Plaid Swan Ranch is offered without homeowners association restrictions or covenants—an uncommon distinction. The property, listed for $24,250,000, brings together architectural inspiration, working-ranch elements, and sweeping Montana landscape.
Interested in finding out more? Please contact Jennifer Shelley of PureWest, Christie’s International Real Estate at JenniferShelly@PureWestMT.com or 406.249.8929.
