When it comes to luxury living, one of the most exciting aspects of owning a home is the opportunity to have bonus rooms—versatile spaces that can be customized to suit your unique lifestyle and interests. Whether you have a spare room, a cozy nook, or an entire bonus wing, these areas offer endless possibilities for creating functional and captivating spaces that elevate your living experience. Let's explore five creative ideas for maximizing the potential of bonus rooms in your home. Reading Retreat: If you... read more

Whether you’re a consultant, business owner, or simply someone who needs a quiet space to focus, a home office is an excellent investment. Maybe you have a room fully outfitted as a workspace, or just a quiet nook in a room with other functions—either way, an intentionally designed home office is essential for productivity, work-life balance, and reduced stress. Working from home is now commonplace, but when was the last time you really thought about the space where you work? Even if you aren’t pl... read more

“I lingered most about the fireplace, as the most vital part of the house.”We can easily imagine Thoreau seated by a crackling indoor fireplace, pen and inkpot in hand, writing away for hours. Fireplaces still remain the gathering spot in homes, the place to come together after dinner or on a frosty morning to snuggle up with a good book or a glass of wine. 275 Spurwing Loop, Lakeside | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | 2,700 Sq FtMLS# 22210714 | $924,000Shelly Ragland | 406.261.5040 | Shelly@PureWestMT.comHom... read more

As the days shorten and the first snowflakes start to fall, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays. Gathering with friends and family makes the holiday season a special time of year, and planning ahead to best utilize your space, regardless of which entertainment features it offers, will make for seamless and delightful entertaining. 9264 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork | 5 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms | 6,647 Sq Ft | 1 AcreMLS# 22206686 | $3,495,000Jennifer Shelley | 406.249.8929 | JenniferShelley@purewestmt.comHannah S... read more

’Tis the season to look forward to holiday gatherings! As Thanksgiving approaches and kicks off the Christmas and winter holiday season, you may be looking forward to a houseful of friends and family. And, possibly, trying to figure out how and where to house them. While holidays are meant to be a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, we all know that they can also become stressful. Thinking strategically about housing guests is one great way to keep their visits enjoyable. First, make your guest spac... read more