Remarks: Historic beauty meets modern living! Gorgeous west side stunner has been tastefully updated with fresh aesthetics and practical amenities for the 21st century.The main floor shines year round with large, south-facing windows and hand-crafted stained glass accents. The abundant natural light in this home is accentuated by new canned lighting and updated fixtures, creating a fresh and bright space. The living room boasts refinished original oak floors that tie seamlessly into the new wood flooring of adjacent rooms. Walls on the main floor have been either freshly painted or hand-stenciled by a designer to create a contemporary twist on Victorian style. The large kitchen includes custom inset cabinetry, new light fixtures, ample cupboard space, and easy access to the mudroom. The laundry room is found just off the kitchen, featuring a new washer and dryer, sizable cabinets, a hanging rod, and even a laundry chute.

The second floor is home to five bedrooms, all of which have new paint and lots of sunshine. The master bedroom is spacious, bright, and beautiful with a walk-in closet as well as an auxiliary closet. Four of the five bedrooms have brand new double hung windows to maximize energy efficiency. Original fireplaces with detailed woodwork and tile, expansive windows, tall ceilings, and a walkout deck are some of the charms of the second floor. The updated hallway has newly installed canned lighting, fresh drywall, new paint, and a great linen closet with handmade oak doors. Enjoy a new furnace system that provides highly efficient heat and air conditioning to the second and third floors, so you can relax in this home at any time of the year.

The third floor is a wide open recreation space that is ideal for entertaining. The bedroom on this floor has endless possibilities--a home office, gym, bunk room, or library. Enjoy gorgeous views of Mount Helena from this room or venture outside to the third floor deck for fresh air.

The basement includes four rooms, leaving plenty of space for storage, a workshop, or a future apartment if updated. This level also features a rare attached garage, complete with a mechanic's bathroom.

Outside, there is an additional carport and a one car detached garage. The yard has been thoughtfully landscaped with bright colors that bloom throughout the season, and mature trees provide nice shade and privacy.

Location cannot be beat! Close to hiking, downtown shops, Helena Civic Center, farmer's market, parks, breweries, the movie theater, and Hawthorne Elementary. A rare find, you will not see another house like this!

Other features: Nest thermostat, Nest fire and carbon monoxide detectors, new insulation, new gutters, two furnaces (one for the main floor, another for the upper floors), AC on upper floors, new furnace is 98% efficient, high efficiency hot water heater, great closet space throughout. For more information, to schedule a private showing, or to view the 3D virtual tour, contact Geoff or Ben at 406-219-4663, or your real estate professional.