Author: majesticmeadows

My husband, Jim and I have been exploring wild places since we met in 1998. I can't believe we've been together for 20 years! We both love to spend time in the mountains and are beyond thrilled that we now own a small piece of beautiful Northwest Montana.
10 Reason to Visit Glacier National Park, Glacier Park Trails, Hiking, Mountain Life, Travel, Vacation

I’ve updated my Glacier National Park post for 2026, including new rules for Going-to-the-Sun Road, Park Shuttle, Logan Pass and Glacier Park International Airport changes.

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Northwest Montana is a magical place that is home to Glacier National Park, which welcomed 3.1 million people in 2025. Total visitors were down about 200,000 people, but that is still a lot of people. If you’re willing to explore a little farther, there is solitude to be found on many trails. You’ll love the… Continue reading I’ve updated my Glacier National Park post for 2026, including new rules for Going-to-the-Sun Road, Park Shuttle, Logan Pass and Glacier Park International Airport changes.

#mountainlife, Affordable, Glacier Park Trails, Hiking, Travel, Vacation

Glacier – Johns Lake Loop Trail

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If you're looking for adventure without the crowds, visiting national parks in the winter is a safe bet. We are well into winter in NW Montana, and the upper elevations have received a good amount of snow already. We're hoping the lower elevations catch up soon. In today's post, I share our day exploring Johns… Continue reading Glacier – Johns Lake Loop Trail

#diy, #mountainlife, Gardening, GardenPlan, Meadow Garden, Mountain Gardens, Native Plants, New Home Build

Garden Spaces

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Once the house was finished, we were able to get a few plants in the ground near the house before winter. Most of them are native pollinator perennials, which should take root and grow a little next summer. In addition, we added native bunchgrass and wildflower seeds around the house and a large area to… Continue reading Garden Spaces

Architecture, Color Design, Interior Design, Mid-Century Modern, Mountain Life, New Home Build, Primary Suite

Primary Bedroom Reveal

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One of our major must-haves in our new build was a first-floor primary suite. We accomplished that goal with the help of our general contractor, J Martin Builders. In addition to being on the first floor, we also wanted to create a restful and beautiful space that blends calming aesthetics with thoughtful functionality. A space… Continue reading Primary Bedroom Reveal

Architecture, Furniture, Interior Design, Mid-Century Modern, Mountain Life, New Home Build

Signature Interior Design: Creating Timeless, Personal Style

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If you're like me, you've perused and saved hundreds or even thousands of Pins on Pinterest. This site is great for getting ideas and identifying styles that attract your interest. Occasionally, you'll also find some helpful do-it-yourself tips. If you spend much time on the site, you've probably noticed how everything starts to look alike.… Continue reading Signature Interior Design: Creating Timeless, Personal Style

#laundry, #mountainlife, #mudroom, Interior Design, New Home Build, Organizing

Laundry & Mudroom

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No matter the size, most folks need these spaces to be organized and accomplish multiple functions. Of course, we also want them to look great. We designed our laundry and mudroom to maximize the space and optimize the efficiency. We want to easily do the laundry, find household items, and get in and out of… Continue reading Laundry & Mudroom

#mountainlife, Gardening, GardenPlan, Meadow Garden, Mountain Gardens, Native Plants

Garden Restoration

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As you can imagine, building a new home wreaks havoc on a landscape. We have a lot of restoration to do around our house, as well as a large area going from the house to our well and septic field. We've spent time assessing our site, which includes soil testing, notating shade and sun patterns,… Continue reading Garden Restoration

#mountainlife, Affordable, Glacier Park Trails, Hiking, Travel, Vacation

Apgar Lookout – Glacier

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Every day, since we've moved to NW Montana from Jupiter, Florida we've enjoyed a sense of awe about living in this wild, beautiful place. As many of you know, we've been dreaming about living here for 20 years, and thanks to some hard work, smart savings and lucky real estate timing, we are thrilled to… Continue reading Apgar Lookout – Glacier

Architecture, Interior Design, Kitchen Layout, Lighting, Mid-Century Modern, New Home Build

Mountain Modern Kitchen Reveal

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After 20 years of dreaming and seven years of designing, it feels incredible to finally be living in our new home. My husband Jim and I had a blast searching for the perfect property, discovering just the right spot, and bringing our vision to life using SketchUp. We've now been settled in for two months,… Continue reading Mountain Modern Kitchen Reveal

Bathroom Design, Interior Design, Lighting, Mid-Century Modern, New Home Build

Primary Bath Reveal

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The primary bathroom in our new house has everything we ever wanted in a bathroom. Some things are essential, like a double vanity and shower, but the free-standing tub and the space required for it was a splurge. I also wanted lots of natural light in this space, so the big window above the tub… Continue reading Primary Bath Reveal