Great Falls, MT 59403 - Cascade County

Sun River Estate is a 66.8 acre equestrian and outdoorsmans estate, boasting nearly a mile of Sun River frontage. Approximately 51 acres are currently irrigated hay fields. The remaining acreage mainly consists of mature trees and river-bottom riparian habitat that provides a home to many types of wildlife.

This property includes two modern, comfortable homes, an indoor arena, eight horse paddocks, and several outbuildings for storing hay, tack, and equipment.

The location offers quick access to Great Falls, Montana, with its international airport and a full complement of services. Some of the worlds best trout fishing can be found on the Missouri River in Craig, 30 minutes from the property.

Sun River Estate, is five minutes west of Great Falls, the states third largest city. Great Falls is home to an international airport, fine dining, shopping, and many cultural activities. The town is a farming and shipping center. It is also home to Malmstrom Air Force Base. This area offers some of the nations best opportunities to experience authentic Western music, culture, and cowboy art. The cowboy town of Augusta, known as the gateway to the Bob Marshall Wilderness and the Rocky Mountain Front, is about an hour to the west, and the state capital of Helena is an hour and twenty-minute drive to the south. The authentic farm town of Choteau and Freezout Lake Recreation Area are 20 minutes north.

The sellers have historically used the property as a horse boarding, training, and broodmare operation. Currently, they run 8 broodmares plus several horses that board. If managed properly, the property could handle significantly more. In addition, they sell horse hay from the irrigated fields to several neighbors, profiting an average of about $24,000 per year depending on the crop production. Typically, about 140 tons are harvested yearly on the irrigated pastures. The seller would be willing to provide the client list to the buyer if they are interested in continuing the hay business.

The property boasts a rich ecosystem, with the river and lush fields providing ample food and shelter for diverse wildlife. Whitetail deer and various upland bird species thrive in this environment, making it an excellent location for bow hunting and shotgun hunting enthusiasts. Strategic food plots could further enhance the natural habitat, potentially increasing the wildlife population and improving hunting opportunities. This combination of natural resources and potential for habitat management creates an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts and hunters alike.