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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,060 sqft
Price per Sqft $4,652
Subdivision Solitude
MLS Listing ID 26-2666
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 3
HOA Fees $2,200
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 1999
Annual Tax Amount $113,356
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 42.600 Acres
Acres 42.6
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Teton Board of REALTORS®
Property Description
Many homes along the Snake River occupy the privacy and habitat of the river bottom, where mature cottonwoods and the dike can also conceal the river itself. Drift House is different. Its principal living spaces are elevated above the surrounding landscape, providing views across the property's ponds and cottonwoods to the Snake River and Tetons beyond.
The residence occupies an established position overlooking the river corridor, creating both a visual and physical connection to the Snake River that distinguishes this property from many other riverfront estates.
LIFE ALONG THE SNAKE
The Snake River is as much an experience as a view. Fly fish its waters or the property's five private ponds, follow walking paths through the cottonwoods, or access Solitude's shared mile-plus river dike for walking and horseback riding.
The opportunity to fish, explore the river corridor, and experience the changing seasons begins just outside the residence. This connection to the outdoors is central to life at Drift House.
FIVE PONDS & A LIVING LANDSCAPE
Five private ponds are woven into the property's 42.6 acres, connected by walking paths, bridges, flowering gardens, and established landscaping. Mature cottonwoods and extensive riparian habitat support abundant wildlife, including elk and other native species.
The landscape changes as one moves through the property, from open water and mountain views to shaded paths, ponds, and the Snake River itself. Water is not simply a feature of Drift House. It shapes the experience of the entire property.
ARCHITECTURE SHAPED BY THE SETTING
Originally designed by Jackson Hole architect Vince Lee, the residence reflects an architectural approach centered on its relationship with the land.
Rather than placing its principal living spaces at ground level, the home elevates the great room, dining room, kitchen, primary suite, and principal outdoor living areas above the river bottom. This arrangement captures views across the ponds and cottonwoods to the Snake River and Teton Range.
Substantial log construction, expansive windows and natural materials establish the home's Western architectural character, while recent improvements introduce a more contemporary sensibility.
LIVING ABOVE THE RIVER
The great room and dining room occupy the upper level, where expansive windows frame the surrounding water, mature cottonwoods, and distant Tetons.
Substantial log construction brings warmth and scale to the principal gathering spaces, while the adjoining elevated deck extends daily living outdoors. From morning coffee overlooking the ponds to evenings entertaining friends beneath the Tetons, the landscape remains an integral part of the experience.
KITCHEN & EVERYDAY LIVING
The kitchen and adjoining informal gathering spaces provide a more intimate setting for everyday life, complementing the scale of the principal entertaining rooms.
Natural materials and substantial log construction connect these spaces to the original architecture, while updated interiors introduce a restrained, contemporary character.
THE PRIMARY SUITE
Positioned on the upper level alongside the principal living spaces, the primary suite offers privacy while maintaining a connection to the surrounding landscape.
The bedroom, bathroom, and dressing areas create a distinct owner's retreat, allowing the residence to function comfortably whether occupied by two people or an extended family.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR FAMILY & GUESTS
With approximately 8,060 square feet of total living space, four bedrooms and seven bathrooms across the residence and guest accommodations, Drift House provides considerable flexibility for family and guests.
Multiple guest bedrooms and secondary gathering spaces allow extended family and friends to enjoy the property together while maintaining privacy and independence. The arrangement separates much of the guest accommodation from the principal upper-level living areas, making the residence particularly well suited to multigenerational gatherings.
PRIVATE GUEST & CARETAKER SUITE
A self-contained suite within the main residence offers flexibility for extended family, visiting guests, a nanny or an on-site caretaker.
With its own exterior entrance, bedroom, kitchen and living area, the suite provides independence and privacy while remaining connected to the larger residence. This arrangement allows owners to accommodate additional household support or longer-term guests without disrupting daily life in the principal living spaces.
ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER & RECENT IMPROVEMENTS
The residence retains the substantial log construction and craftsmanship of its original design, complemented by recent improvements to the staircase, principal living spaces, and expansive upper deck.
Completed improvements introduce a contemporary sensibility while respecting the original Western architectural character. Additional spaces offer an opportunity for a future owner to continue the home's evolution and introduce a personal point of view.
An elevator, dumbwaiter, backup generator, and three-stall attached garage provide practical functionality for comfortable year-round living.
A GRANDFATHERED RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LANDSCAPE
The residence and improvements occupy an established position within the Snake River bottom that predates today's development framework.
This relationship places the home unusually close to its ponds, mature habitat and river corridor while preserving the elevated views that distinguish the property.
The result is a connection between residence, water and landscape that would be difficult to reproduce under current development standards.
THE ENDURING ASSET
The defining value of Drift House is the relationship between 42.6 acres, the Snake River, five private ponds, mature cottonwoods, abundant wildlife and panoramic Teton views.
Architecture can evolve, and interiors can be reimagined. What is considerably harder to reproduce is an established Snake River setting where the river can be seen from the principal living spaces, reached directly from the property, and experienced through fishing, walking, and horseback riding.
That combination of land, water, recreation, and views is the enduring value of Drift House.
Location
State WY
County Teton
Community Solitude
Area 07 - N Of Gros Ventre Jct
Rooms
Basement None
Interior
Interior Features High Speed Internet, Central Vacuum, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Elevator
Heating Forced Air, Hydronic in-floor
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood Floors, Oak
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Water Feature
Parking Features Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 3.0
Community Features Fishing
Utilities Available Phone to Lot Line, Phone Connected
View Water, Grand Teton View, Teton View, Mountain(s), Scenic
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Deck, Patio, Porch, Terrace
Building
Lot Description Wooded, Cul-De-Sac, Snake River Frontage, Year Round Access, Adjacent Open Space, Level, Landscaped, Irrigation Ditch
Sewer Septic (existing)
Water Well
Others
Tax ID 22-42-16-09-4-00-003
Horse Property No
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