Ski-in/Ski-out Luxury House: Game Room, Lake View

Designed by Montana Creative Architecture and adorned with finishes and furnishings selected by a professional interior design firm, this mountain modern, classically designed home boasts all the amenities of a five-star hotel. From fine furnishings to art and décor, high-end mattresses, and luxurious linens and towels, no detail has been overlooked.

Clad in Montana moss rock stone, corral board, and grey cedar siding, the exterior entry to this rustic modern ski-in, ski-out home is inviting and perfectly complements its Montana setting. Inside, a mudroom with three ski lockers for clothes and gear and two larger lockers for ski and board storage welcomes you. Heated floors in the mudroom warm cold feet after a day in the snow, and a wall-mounted boot dryer for eight pairs of gloves and boots keeps everyone ready for the next slope-side adventure. Adjacent to the ski locker area is a dual stackable laundry setup, streamlining everyday tasks so you can spend more time enjoying your Montana adventure.

Off the main entry hall, a stunning powder room features a wall-mounted toilet, a custom concrete floating sink, and a luxurious gunmetal wall-mounted sink faucet. The great room is framed with 8-foot windows and doors that provide panoramic views of Whitefish Lake and the surrounding mountains. With walls clad in Douglas fir and reclaimed European white pine flooring, the open-concept great room is an awe-inspiring gathering place. The fully equipped kitchen offers high-end appliances, including a 48” range with induction cooktop, dual 30” Fisher and Paykel refrigerator/freezers, a Miele dishwasher, and a Sharp microwave drawer. The spacious island, with leather and steel barstools, seats five. The living area beyond the kitchen features a tunnel gas fireplace that opens to the adjacent dining room. A 65” television above the fireplace is perfect for family movie nights or game days. Furnishings were chosen for comfort and good conversational seating, including a pair of 90” wide down-filled boucle sofas and leather and steel lounge chairs with a leather ottoman. The bi-fold doors of the great room create an ideal indoor-outdoor living space with access to the exterior porch, furnished with an oversized sectional and lounge chairs around a natural gas fire table. Electric heaters in the ceiling extend the porch's use into the colder months, and there is a built-in gas grill for outdoor dining.

Artfully designed bent metal stairs lead to the loft overlooking the great room. A bench with storage for bedding and a small coat closet are strategically nestled under the loft stairs. The loft, complete with steel and glass railings, offers stunning views of Whitefish Lake. Furnished with a daybed covered in indoor/outdoor velvet and a pull-out trundle, the loft is perfect for sleeping or relaxing with a book.

Adjacent to the great room is the dining area with seating for ten. The dining table, made of wood slab and steel, is surrounded by leather chairs and features a tunnel fireplace and gorgeous views. A wet bar with window seat swivel chairs and cocktail tables provides the perfect setting for conversational, cocktail hour seating.

On the main level, the master bedroom includes a king-size bed, a three-sided glass and steel fireplace, and a sofa at the end of the bed, perfect for morning coffee or evening reading. Large windows offer spectacular views of Whitefish Lake and the surrounding mountains. The master ensuite is a study in luxury, featuring unlacquered brass fixtures, a 66” wide soaking tub, heated floors, and a steam shower with dual shower heads and a long bench. A seated makeup area and generous master closet complete the space.

The lower level offers additional living and sleeping space, including a game room with a pool table, game table, and countertop with bar stools. A wet bar with an under-counter refrigerator, ice maker, and drawer dishwasher is also included. A boucle sectional sofa and leather swivel chair are arranged around a gas fireplace and 55” TV. Adjacent to the game room is a private office with metal and glass doors, a desk, and a queen pullout couch. A second covered porch features a luxurious hot tub, chaise lounge chairs, and ceiling-mounted electric heaters for extended use. A gas fire pit with Adirondack chairs offers a perfect spot for viewing sunsets over the lake, valley, and surrounding mountains.

Guest Suite 1 includes two queen steel canopy beds with velvet upholstered headboards and a private 50” television. A vestibule hallway with a dresser leads to an ensuite with a shower, double vanity, luxurious polished nickel modern bath fixtures, and a separate water closet. Heated floors provide added comfort during colder months. Guest Suite 2 offers a fully upholstered king-size bed, a dresser for clothes storage, a reading chair, and a private 50” television. The ensuite bathroom includes a shower, double vessel sinks, and luxurious modern matte black bath fixtures. The bunk room features two twin-over-twin rustic wood bunk beds with storage drawers, a desk area with seating, and a wardrobe. A full bathroom just outside the bunk room includes a separate washroom, trough sink, and tub/shower combination.

Enjoy year-round access to Whitefish Mountain Resort, with the Elk Highlands private community chairlift just steps from the home. Note that the ski lift operation is snow-dependent, starting a few weeks after the resort opens for the season and stopping a few weeks early. In the summer months, the mountain offers treetop rope courses, mountain biking, and alpine sled rides. Hike and explore Glacier National Park, just a 45-minute drive away, or check out the trails in your backyard, including the Holbrook Overlook trail and Danny On Trail. Picturesque downtown Whitefish, just a 10-minute drive away, offers boutique shops, excellent restaurants, and nightlife.