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Montana's Barns

What is it about old barns that intrigue us so? Here in Montana they are a classic and popular photo subject that is an essential part of the cultural landscape. Both regal and forlorn barns still draw us in and hold a rugged appeal. Perhaps it’s their history and remnants of family heritage that we feel an attachment to the “story” these barns hold. In the state of Montana alone there is said to ...[More]

Our Landmark Feature - The Majestic Bird of Prey

Every vacation home or property has a stand out feature which is recognized as a memorable landmark. At Mystic Mountain it’s not something we could have planned on, built or even ordered and paid for. In fact, it was an unexpected but very natural and welcomed treat. Our resident Osprey nest adjacent to our home is a constant source of wonder for our guests whom are always delighted the first time...[More]

Water and Wonder - Why Bigfork?

As a couple who have lived in Southern California our whole life, one of the most common questions we are asked is how did we end up with a vacation home in Bigfork, Montana? Many wonder why there? Well, when we began looking for a vacation home we could enjoy and set up as a vacation rental (VR) property, we literally pulled out a U.S. map, spread it out on the kitchen table and began to circle p...[More]

Bigfork - The Village by the Bay

Bigfork, voted one of America's best art cities with countless historical and cultural experiences. Art galleries and The Bigfork Summer Playhouse venue offer several great options to explore. Bigfork, The Village by the Bay, has been said to be “One of the 50 great towns in the west.” Where the swift waters of the swan river joins the Flathead Lake in NW MT, elevation 2,968; where eagle and ospry...[More]