Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Bonners Ferry, Idaho

Perched high above the breathtaking Kootenai River Valley, this extraordinary 5760 sq ft estate embodies the very best of North Idaho living. Set on 60 pristine acres bordering U.S. Forest Service land, this remarkable 5-bedroom (6th non-conforming) , 4-bath custom home offers a rare combination of space, privacy, self-sufficiency, and endless recreation in one of Bonners Ferry's most sought-after settings. Panoramic views and peaceful surroundings leave a lasting impression. Inside, the home is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed for both comfortable everyday living and memorable entertaining. Rich tongue-and-groove ceilings with exposed wood beams stretch across the main level, while multiple wood and pellet stoves create a timeless mountain-lodge atmosphere. The gourmet country kitchen, complete with a wood cook stove, flows effortlessly into formal dining spaces and a stunning sunken living room that invites gathering and relaxation. The spacious layout offers room for everyone, featuring a main-level primary suite, four large guest bedrooms upstairs, multiple living areas, dual office spaces, and a fully finished walkout basement with an expansive family room and wet bar. An indoor dog kennel with grooming station adds convenience for animal lovers, while abundant storage and flexible spaces make the home ideal for multi-generational living, entertaining, or a private retreat. Outside, the property is nothing short of spectacular. Terraced gardens, a fenced orchard filled with fruit and nut trees, a seasonal spring, and abundant wildlife create a true sanctuary. Elk, deer, turkey, and countless native species roam freely across the landscape, offering an unmatched connection to nature. With a high-producing 50 GPM private well, private septic system, propane and wood furnace systems, attached two-car garage, and detached 30x30 shop, the infrastructure is already in place for year-round comfort and independence. Bordering public land and surrounded by extraordinary natural beauty, this is more than just a home -- it is a legacy estate and a true outdoorsman's paradise where privacy meets the untamed spirit of North Idaho.