Step into your own private paradise with this meticulously updated 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering over 3,000 sq ft of living space on a large, level lot in the heart of Montana's recreation country near Lake Koocanusa and the Kootenai River. This move-in ready home blends charm, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. The brand-new eat-in kitchen with new appliances opens to a formal dining room and features a large custom pantry, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Natural light pours through the home's vaulted ceilings, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Step through the new sliding glass door from the kitchen to an incredible backyard designed for relaxing and gathering. Enjoy two outdoor sitting areas, a bricked BBQ space, and a spacious yard surrounded by tall mature trees that provide privacy and a peaceful setting. The property also features an established organic garden and orchard with Rainier cherry, apple, pear, plum, crab apple, and pie cherry trees, plus lilacs lining one side of the property. Inside, the home offers two spacious living rooms with wood and propane fireplaces, creating cozy spaces to gather year-round. The primary suite features an updated bathroom with a custom walk-in tile rainfall shower and stylish lighting for a spa-like retreat. The main level provides accessible living with the primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a beautifully remodeled full bathroom. The lower level adds exceptional flexibility with brand-new carpeting, two additional bedrooms, a living room, a convenient half bath, workout/gym space, walk-in laundry area, and two large storage rooms, plus a workshop area for hobbies or projects. Outside, the level yard stays lush with an in-ground sprinkler system maintained without pesticides. The property also includes an attached garage, large two-sided carport for extra vehicles and toys, and full RV hookup. Fiber optic internet is available at the property line, and the home is served by community water and a private septic system. Located near USFS access, this property is truly an outdoor enthusiast's dream with nearby hunting, ATV riding, hiking, and mountain biking, and just minutes from world-class fishing and water recreation on the Kootenai River and Lake Koocanusa. A beautifully updated home in a peaceful setting-ready for you to enjoy the Montana lifestyle.