Stunning 4 bedroom 3 bath 2-story log home in the coveted Mead School District, situated on an exceptionally private & secluded 5.5 acre lot with a huge 30' x 44' shop with loft! Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Colbert and Highway 395 on a freshly paved beautiful road that is well maintained in winter (primary school bus route) and just 8 minutes to Wandermere shopping & dining. This property features a perfect balance of nature, solitude & convenience. The main floor great room has soaring cathedral ceilings and a magnificent stone fireplace surrounded by a stunning wall of windows that draws in the beauty of the forest & mountains beyond. 2 sets of French doors open out from the great room to a huge wraparound deck in back, making a perfect setup for indoor-outdoor entertaining! Exquisitely updated kitchen with quartz countertops, Huntwood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a large kitchen island with bar seating (the kitchen was remodeled last year, with other substantial improvements made throughout the home!). Spectacular views from the great room and bonus area loft upstairs. Upper level master suite has tall cathedral ceilings, a skylight, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with jacuzzi tub, and a private balcony with sunset views looking out over the surrounding farmland and rolling hills. The spacious lower level daylight walkout basement has a large family room with a stone fireplace, 2 large bedrooms, an office/den, a beautifully updated bathroom and a storage room. Highly efficient radiant floor heat throughout + mini-splits for supplement heat & A/C. Too many features and upgrades to list here. If you are looking for a new home that perfectly connects you to nature, yet is close to town and services, this home is sure to capture your heart. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this idyllic wilderness retreat your own!