Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a beloved family legacy property, now
offered for the first time. Nestled on 36.10 acres of unspoiled Northern MN wilderness, with an
incredible 1,160 ft. of pristine shoreline on stunning Little Elbow Lake, this handcrafted 3 BR/ 2 BA log cabin estate is a true work of art-built with heart, intention, and timeless materials.This gorgeous log cabin is a masterworkof design and detail, featuring distinctive hand-scribed log walls, a hand-selected stone fireplace, and rich heart pine floors throughout. Every space is thoughtfully curated, combining rustic charm and refined elegance. The chef's kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, soapstone countertops, Wolf gas range, Liebherr refrigerator, and ceramic stone tile flooring. Additional features include a custom-built sauna and bath, workshop, boathouse on the water's edge, storage bldg, garage, and solar/electric system. This one of a kind property offers the ultimate in serenity, and natural beauty, a rare gem where memories have been made for generations, and where yours can begin!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$719,900
Minneapolis Area Single Family Home
Pending
2924 Farwell Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55411
5 Bed
4 Baths
4261 sqft
MLS# 6690425
Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a beloved family legacy property, now offered for the first time in 40 years. Perched high on a hill, this stately three-story home offers timeless elegance, exceptional privacy, and panoramic views. Situated on a rare .63-acre lot with lush landscaping, beautifully manicured grounds, fire pit and a perfectly nestled-in swimming pool. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated with a timeless center hall floor plan featuring light-filled spaces, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A spacious main floor living and dining room with beautiful birch flooring leads to an idyllic screened porch surrounded by ornamental trees and flowering perennial gardens — the perfect place to enjoy summer breezes. A wonderful chef's kitchen with tile flooring, ample cabinetry, wolf gas range, distinctive solid surfaces and custom hammered nickel sink, leading to a charming breakfast room with built-in cabinetry. Main floor library/family room with oak flooring, warm paneling and beautiful floor to ceiling windows overlooking the gardens and swimming pool. Upstairs you will find a stunning primary suite with amazing views, full bath, abundant closet space along with three large bedrooms featuring generous closet space and completely remodeled ¾ bath. The third level offers a special and private retreat with full bath and a birds-eye view of the amazing property and skyline. You will love venturing to the lower-level amusement room offering a fun back-in-time vibe with vintage paneling and built-in bar plus outstanding storage. The property is completely fenced and has an attached two-car garage, an extra detached garage plus a 2-car carriage garage completes the package, surrounded by a vintage brick driveway and closed-in with an electronic gate. All of this is within six minutes to Downtown, the park with hiking, biking and the City lakes. This one-of-a-kind property offers the ultimate in seclusion, serenity and beauty where memories have been made for generations, and where yours can begin!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$599,000
Blaine Area Single Family Home
Active
12469 National Street NE Blaine, MN 55449
5 Bed
4 Baths
3738 sqft
MLS# 6752292
Fabulous 5 bedroom, 4 bath home meticulously
maintained and in turn-key condition! Handsome two-story with a welcoming front porch, nestled on a beautifully landscaped and fenced lot in a wonderful neighborhood. Inside you will find an expansive entry with clerestory window, handsome hardwood floors, main floor office/den with glass paned French doors, spacious mudroom entry with closet storage and half bath. You will love the bright and open kitchen with abundant cabinetry and storage, granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, gas range, pantry closet and warm hardwood floors open to the informal dining and family room with gas fireplace. Large doors lead to the deck which is prefect for summer dining and grilling and offers convenient access to the beautiful and level back yard. A turned staircase with natural light takes you to the well-designed second floor with laundry, four bedrooms, full bath and generously sized primary suite with distinctive trey ceiling, two walk-in closets, private bath with granite counters and dual sinks plus separate tub and shower. A wonderful newer finished and light-filled lower-level getaway space awaits you with an amazing floorpan featuring wonderful family room, large and welcoming guest bedroom, full bath with granite counters, exercise room and special, secret bookcase leading to the nicely organized utility room. A Three car garage with extra space and big enough to store a boat wraps up the package of this special home. Located within easy access to shopping, dining, entertaining and top-tier recreational amenities like the National Sports Center and Blaine Athletic Complex.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$575,000
Darwin Area Single Family Home
Pending
68018 217th Street Darwin, MN 55324
2 Bed
1 Baths
1274 sqft
MLS# 6749057
Exceptional and dreamy lake front cottage on 2,400+ acre Lake Washington with sand bottom along shoreline/shallows and known for its walleye and bass fishing. Located a little over an hour from the Twin Cities and just minutes away from Hutchinson, Litchfield and Dassel. Enjoy the lake view through the wall of windows or head outside to your deck and patio with stunning views of the lake and beautiful sunsets. Offering a turnkey and handsome fully furnished home with vaulted tongue and grove painted wood ceilings and walls creating a classic Nantucket-style home flooded with natural light. Completely updated with distinctive and easy to care for LVP flooring throughout, newer kitchen cabinetry, center island and hard surface counters. Convenient and charming front entry/mudroom, open and airy main living space, two well proportioned bedrooms, laundry closet plus cozy den that can also be used as an extra bedroom. An additional bonus is the newer built and charming three season porch with gas fireplace, additional dining and family room to enjoy gatherings and lake views. A well-built and expansive shed with shelving is the perfect storage space for lake living. Newer rip-rap and lakeside landscaping enhance your lake side experience, plus 64ft aluminum porta-dock with canopy and 5,000lb boat lift. Offered mostly furnished, this turn-key and exceptionally maintained lakefront property is ready for you to walk-in and enjoy!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$450,000
Chaska Area Single Family Home
Active
439 Ridge Lane Chaska, MN 55318
4 Bed
4 Baths
2487 sqft
MLS# 6765074
Handsome and spacious sunfilled two-story home with an exciting classic and modern floor plan, freshly painted in light, neutral tones with new carpeting throughout. An inviting foyer greets you with hardwood floors leading to a half bath and wonderful circular floor plan to the living, dining, kitchen and family room. You will love the formal living and dining spaces as well as the open kitchen with informal dining overlooking the dramatic family room with vaulted ceiling and distinctive brick gas fireplace with access to the deck overlooking the private backyard. Spacious and open kitchen with hardwood flooring, ample cabinetry and generous counter space for the gourmet cook. A wonderful mudroom entry off the two car garage with adjacent laundry room completes the first floor. The second floor offers three bedrooms including the primary bedroom with walk-in closet, ensuite bath with separate tub and shower, plus additional full bath. You will love the lower-level get-away space with daylight windows, family room, guest room, three quarter bath and exceptional storage space. Experience the nearby trail system for walking, running and biking.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$375,000
Minneapolis Area Single Family Home
Pending
3842 Upton Avenue N Minneapolis, MN 55412
4 Bed
3 Baths
2004 sqft
MLS# 6658567
Wonderful and classic four square home featuring a large and distinctive roof line on an outstanding street in the Victory neighborhood of Minneapolis, private and fully fenced back yard and two car garage with concrete driveway. Sun-filled with hardwood floors throughout, natural woodwork, large entertaining spaces and handsome gas burning brick fireplace. Your buyers will love the circular floor plan of the main floor with large kitchen featuring extensive counter space, 1/4 bath, sunroom plus an additional mezzanine level sunroom (currently used as bedroom #5). A handsome staircase leads to the wonderful second floor with four generously sized bedrooms and full bath. Large and open family room in the lower level with two 3/4 baths. Excellent storage space throughout.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler
$225,000
Elk River Area Townhouse
Active
10939 178th Avenue NW Elk River, MN 55330
3 Bed
2 Baths
1472 sqft
MLS# 6761087
Welcome to this wonderful townhome with a terrific floorpan featuring three bedrooms, two baths, freshly painted in neutral, bright tones and newly carpeted throughout. You will love the location with just minutes to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Spacious living room with gas fireplace, informal dining space and well-designed kitchen with laminate flooring, breakfast bar, adjacent built-in buffet, abundant cabinetry and convenient half bath. Upstairs you will find an inviting open hallway leading to two generously sized bedrooms and a spacious primary bedroom with large walk-in closet. A full bath with linen closet that walks through to the primary bedroom plus dedicated laundry are added features.. A two car garage and patio entry completes the package on this terrific townhome that is close to biking, and trailways plus convenient access to Hwy 169.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Robert "Bob" Kessler