2368 Jackson Creek Road
Bozeman, MT 59715

About this property

The Buckskin Charley Ranch, an unrivaled rural Jackson Creek Road offering, with a storybook history straight out of the Old West. The original homestead of renowned mountain man, Buckskin Charley Marble. A trusted scout of the Northern Rockies who chose this mountain meadow location to make his own. Located in a private valley setting with sweeping snowcapped views from the Bridgers to the Absarokas. Not in a subdivision, this scenic 20+ acre tract was divided off the main ranch that continues as stock ranch today. A combination of timber, Aspens, natural springs and Marble Creek along native range that attracts a diversity wildlife. Around 25 head of cow elk raise their calves here each Spring. A level 5+/- acres is harvested as wild meadow hay, producing an average of 9-11 ton/year. The property is set up for livestock with outbuildings, perimeter and cross fencing. While the majority of original structures are now gone, the ranch offers the same rustic appeal of a by gone era. The vintage two-bedroom residence has been reconstructed from a log cabin with original built ins and hardwood wood floor. Large windows capture the Bridger Range and big Montana sunsets. The expansive kitchen is decked out with custom cabinets made by the homeowner who was a master craftsman. This cozy home sells with all appliances, as well as washer and dryer. The stone chimney is constructed from a meticulous rockhound collection. The well-constructed historic outbuildings include a livestock barn with stalls, tack room and chicken coop. Also, a solid old granary. Newer buildings included a 40 X 27 three-bay steel pole barn garage building. Small yard storage shed and new steel woodshed with roll up door. The 48 X 28 carpenter's shop offers several spaces, storage and overhead door. Multiple Water rights to transfer with oldest priority date of 1900. This is a special, peaceful valley setting in the heart of the Bangtail Mountains below Green Mountain. Location is accessed via the scenic Bridger Canyon loop on maintained paved roads within 15 minutes of Bozeman and 30 minutes to the airport. Property is zoned Agriculture Exempt in Bridger Canyon Zoning, no known covenants.