Swan River Lodge Condominiums
During the winter of 2010 the owners of Nordique System Log Homes, after analyzing the situation in Western Montana's beautiful Swan Valley and determining that since the Montana Legacy Project in December of 2010 (google-Montana Legacy Project) and being chosen as part of the “Southwest Crown of the Continent”, (google-Southwest Crown of the Continent) there is a distinct need for quality, low impact and affordable housing. With less than 10% of the land base in private ownership in the upper Swan Valley, there are thousands of unspoiled acres with miles of pristine streams but few places for people to live and enjoy all the Swan Valley has to offer. Full time living or part time visiting, these units will fill your needs perfectly. Having built the Swan Valley Lodge in 1992 as a Super 8 Motel, the option was offered to convert the motel property into 8 separate living units, with 6 units available at this time. We, as the original builders, were confident and familiar with the quality of work, materials and location of the project, and recognized the opportunity to provide housing that was energy efficient, environmentally compatible, and accessible to Highway 83. If convenient recreation is of interest to, this property has it all.
The Swan Valley has been identified as one of the finest whitetail deer hunting areas in the country and fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout are abundant in several streams in addition to the Swan River. A large black bear population lives in the valley additionally, elk, moose and mountain lion thrive in the perfect habitat available for wildlife of all kinds. Snowmobiling, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing are just a short distance away. Several mountain lakes with hiking trails that are accessible to all levels of abilities. The town of Big Fork is 40 minutes away with Seeley Lake just 30 minutes to the south. A general store and post office is located about one mile away for basic shopping needs with the famous “Hungry Bear Steak House” just minutes away.
The design afforded 8 units ranging from one bedroom one bathroom units to 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom units with 4.60 acres of common area. The highway approach and parking area is paved with out side power available to all units. Custom kitchen hickory cabinets were built by Nathan Borne of Sawyer Creek Cabinets of Seeley Lake, Montana. Each unit has new, quality appliances with new carpet and hardwood floors and custom wall treatment done by professionals. A minimal Home Owner fee will cover all exterior maintenance including snow plowing, yard maintenance, water and electricity for hot water. Each unit is wired for telephone and satellite television. Decks accentuate the west side of the building affording a view of the Mission Mountains and wildlife viewing. The property is bordered on the west by U.S. Forest Service land and just a short walk will get you to the Swan River. For a return on your investment, this property can be used for vacation rentals. Pricing ranges from $135,900.00 for a 1 bed room, 1 bathroom unit to $207,000.00 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit. One unit is owned by a licensed broker.
Call Ken Donovan or Dan Baker at 406-754-5647 for more information or email us at info@nordiqueloghomes.com