Marlin 336 is an excellent choice. .35 Rem is well-regarded; mine is a 30-30. Ammo less expensive with 30-30. I've owned .270 and 30-06, and like the Marlin better. If I'd started with a 336, I'd have never gotten anything else. It is accurate, carried well, and is classy. I've got a Bushnell 1.75-4x32mm scope on low weaver mounts, works great.

Killed a doe today, heart shot through top of neck at about sixty hards. Load was 150gr Fed power-shok; it hit right where I aimed. Instant drop, not a kick. I'm confident shooting to well over 100 yards; I think the rifle is prob good to 200 or so. I'm happy with it, I recommend it.