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Welcome to the Cozy Alpine Chalet, a passionately handcrafted log home and legacy retreat, thoughtfully positioned on nearly 7 pristine private acres of alpine forest. Just 11 miles from both Bozeman and Livingston, and only 25 miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the property offers effortless access to Montana’s finest dining, shopping, and outdoor adventure—yet feels like your own secluded mountain top forest escape, worlds away from it all. The main home has been extensively renovated between 2022 and 2025 with over $1 million in thoughtful upgrades including a full rebuild of mechanical systems, a smart home setup, professional interior styling, and high-end finishes throughout. Artisan log construction, natural wood and stone interiors, and over 30 Andersen windows bring in forest and mountain views from nearly every room, while six fireplaces create cozy gathering spaces indoors and out. This mountain retreat includes a chef’s kitchen with a full KitchenAid stainless steel suite, two laundry areas, and rich character in every detail. Tucked further into the trees, the Honeymoon Treehouse Villa is a newly built architectural jewel, elevated 15 feet above the forest floor. Built to Passive House / High-Performance standards, it features quadruple-pane glazing, premium insulation, and a future cantilevered hot tub deck, all framed by a soaring roofline designed for both elegance and energy efficiency. With all utilities installed and the interior ready for your finishing touch, this secondary structure offers limitless potential: a luxury rental, a serene guesthouse, or your personal creative retreat. This is a truly turn-key offering, with all furnishings, curated décor, bedding, chef’s cookware, and antiques included. Smart home features like Yale Wi-Fi locks, remote lighting and climate control, iPad/voice automation, and Starlink satellite internet ensure convenience and connectivity, even in this private setting. Whether you dream of taking over a luxury short term rental business (currently commanding up to $1300/night in the high season), creating a soulful family compound, or stewarding a rare legacy property for future generations…The Cozy Alpine Chalet awaits. With unmatched craftsmanship, immersive natural beauty, and an incredible location at the gateway to America’s first national park, this is truly Montana living at its finest.

• Bedrooms
  2
• Bathrooms
  3
• Sq Footage
  2340
• Acres
  6.761
• Days on Market
  19

Additional Features

• Above Grade Finished Area
  1560
• Appliances
  Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer, Some Gas Appliances, Stove
• Architectural Style
  Cabin, Custom
• Attached Garage
  Yes
• Basement
  Bathroom, Bedroom, Daylight, Egress Windows, Garage Access, Rec Family Area, Walk Out Access
• Bathrooms Half
  1
• Bathrooms Three Quarter
  2
• Bathrooms Total Integer
  3
• Bedrooms Total
  2
• Building Area Source
  Public Records
• Building Area Total
  2340
• City
  Livingston
• Construction Materials
  Log, Stone
• Contract Status Change Date
  2025-08-08
• Cooling
  None
• Cumulative Days On Market
  18
• Directions
  I90 east from Bozeman, exit at Trail Creek. Right at stop sign, left at Bozeman Hill Road. Right on Lake Drive, home on the right.
• Documents Count
  5
• Fencing
  Partial
• Fireplace Features
  Basement, Gas, Wood Burning
• Fireplace
  Yes
• Flooring
  Engineered Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
• Garage Spaces
  2
• Garage
  Yes
• Heating
  Baseboard, Propane, Radiant Floor, Wood
• Heating
  Yes
• Interior Features
  Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets, Main Level Primary
• Latitude
  45.651303
• Levels
  One
• Listing Contract Date
  19
• Listing Key
  1126043745
• List Price
  2250000
• Living Area
  2340
• Living Area Source
  Public Records
• Longitude
  -110.759105
• Lot Features
  Lawn, Landscaped
• Lot Size Acres
  6.761
• Lot Size Square Feet
  294509
• MLS Area Major
  Park County
• MLS Area Minor
  2 T - Boz Area Trail Crk
• Occupant Type
  Owner
• Original List Price
  2250000
• Originating System Name
  S W M T
• Ownership
  Full
• Parcel Number
  0003279000
• Parking Features
  Attached, Garage, Basement, Garage Door Opener
• Patio And Porch Features
  Balcony, Covered, Deck, Patio
• Pets Allowed
  Yes
• Photos Count
  86
• Postal Code
  59047
• Property Sub Type
  Single Family Residence
• Property Type
  Residential
• Road Surface Type
  Gravel
• Roof
  Metal
• Security Features
  Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Heat Detector, Smoke Detectors
• Sewer
  Septic Tank
• Standard Status
  Active
• Stories
  1
• Subdivision Name
  Lake
• Tax Annual Amount
  4266
• Tax Legal Description
  S20, T02 S, R08 E, C.O.S. 1832, PARCEL D-1-A, COS 1973
• Tax Year
  2024
• Unparsed Address
  78 Lake Drive
• Utilities
  Electricity Available, Propane, Septic Available, Water Available
• View
  Mountains, Trees Woods
• View
  Yes
• Water Source
  Well
• Year Built
  1998

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