Last year, Drew Brees teamed up with Animal Planet’s reality TV series Treehouse Masters to develop a luxurious mountain retreat in northwest Montana, about 13 miles north of the quaint resort town of Whitefish. Initially, the former NFL quarterback had planned to build a primary residence on the site. However, he later decided to list a completed guesthouse for sale at the beginning of the year with an initial asking price of nearly $8 million.
Since then, the price of the property has been reduced to $7.5 million. With the guesthouse still on the market, listing agent Sean Averill of PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate has now decided to auction the entire 20-acre estate in the prestigious Homestead community through Concierge Auctions. Bidding is anticipated to start between $2 million and $4 million. According to the listing, the property offers several potential building sites, giving the new owner the opportunity to design and construct their own dream estate.
Originally intended as a guesthouse to complement a main residence that was never built, the property, known as the On the Rocks Ranch Treehouse, features a double A-frame design with wood siding and is elevated 15 feet off the ground. The 1,700-square-foot structure includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with interior spaces featuring a blend of Douglas fir and whitewashed oak floors, natural hemlock paneling, high wood-beam ceilings, and expansive glass walls.
Key features of the fully furnished treehouse include an entry door made from salvaged redwood from California water tanks. The living room boasts a double-height ceiling supported by cables, while French doors open to a deck equipped with a large propane fire pit and offering stunning views of the Whitefish Mountains and Glacier National Park. The dining area includes a live-edge wood table, and the kitchen features concrete countertops, a decorative tile backsplash, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and a wine fridge.
The treehouse also includes three windowed sleeping lofts, one of which is currently set up as a yoga space. The primary bedroom on the main floor includes a Juliet balcony and a custom closet, with a nearby bathroom featuring dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, and a glass-enclosed shower. The community amenities available to residents include hiking and biking trails, equestrian facilities, a shooting and archery range, and access to two lakes for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. In the winter, Whitefish Mountain Resort, located about 20 miles away, offers skiing opportunities.
Brees described the treehouse as a “personal sanctuary” where his family could connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of the Montana wilderness, while still having access to the Homestead community’s amenities. He expressed pride in the meticulous design process with Pete Nelson and the Treehouse Masters team, stating that the project fulfilled a childhood dream and is a very special place.
Brees, who retired in 2021 after a distinguished 20-year NFL career, spent the last 15 years of his career with the New Orleans Saints. During his tenure, he led the team to nine playoff appearances, seven division titles, and a Super Bowl XLIV championship, where he was named MVP. According to the New York Post, Brees plans to remain in Montana, where he reportedly owns a ranch.
The property will be available for private viewings upon request. The no-reserve auction will take place online from September 12 to 26, with the final bids being accepted live on September 27 in Hong Kong as part of Concierge Auctions’ global sales series. A $100,000 deposit is required from bidders.
