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1116 Sand Lake Drive Nw, Backus, MN 56435

$1,295,000
BEDS 4
BATHS 6 full
SQUARE FEET 6,800
MLS# 7137638
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STATUS: Active
PROPERTY TYPE: Residential - Single Family
SUBDIVISION: Trednuk Sand Lake Add
SCHOOL: Pine River-Backus

Property Description

From its soaring lakeside windows and massive stone fireplace to its extraordinary kitchen and specialized workshop spaces, this Sand Lake property is anything but ordinary. Set on 7.9 private acres with 510' of hard-bottom shoreline, the home combines exceptional craftsmanship, expansive living spaces and a peaceful waterfront setting.Stone steps lead to a covered front porch framed by stone pillars, a wood ceiling and beautiful landscaping. Double glass doors with working colonial shutters open to a spacious foyer followed by an inviting sitting area with an illuminated built-in bookcase. Beyond the sitting area, the great room is filled with natural light from soaring windows that frame views of the grounds and lake. A floor-to-ceiling stone, wood-burning fireplace with a heat blower creates an impressive focal point.The kitchen was designed on a scale made for serious cooking and entertaining. A large Australian granite island includes a prep sink and two smaller dishwashers, while extensive wood cabinetry with glass inserts provides exceptional storage and display space. Double ovens, a bread-warming drawer, oversized side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, wine refrigerator and large granite peninsula complete the kitchen. An adjoining butler's pantry adds another full-size dishwasher, no-touch sink and abundant cabinetry and shelving. Doors from the kitchen open to an expansive deck overlooking the yard and shoreline, creating a wonderful extension of the home's entertaining space.The circular dining room is surrounded by views of the beautifully landscaped grounds, lake and lakeside waterfall.The main level also includes a guest bedroom with an en suite that can also serve as a powder room. The owner's suite is particularly striking, with large architectural windows echoing those of the great room and separate his-and-her bathrooms, including one with a cleansing bidet.An open loft overlooks the great room and captures views through its soaring lakeside windows. Skylights bring additional natural light to two sleeping areas, a walk-through closet and 3/4 bath.The lower level adds even more living space, with a large family room with lake views, two additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet and full bath.There is also dedicated office space, extensive storage and a storm cellar with steel walls built into the rock.For anyone who works, creates or pursues a serious hobby from home, the property offers spaces rarely found in a residential setting. A large workshop features professional-grade woodworking equipment with ventilation, running water, in-floor heat and a garage door for bringing materials directly inside. A temperature and humidity controlled room, originally designed for violin making, offers possibilities for collections, photography, wine/cigars or other uses requiring a controlled environment. A separate office with its own bathroom provides additional flexibility for working from home.Even the practical spaces were t

1116 Sand Lake Drive Nw | MLS# 7137638

This single family home located at 1116 Sand Lake Drive Nw, Backus, MN 56435 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,295,000. This property was built in 1991 and has 4 bedrooms and 6 full baths with 6800 sq. ft. Sand Lake Drive Nw is located in the Trednuk Sand Lake Add subdivision within the Pine River-Backus school district. Search Trednuk Sand Lake Add real estate on dwills.counselorrealty.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Walkout
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Fuel Type: Electric, Propane, Wood
Garage: 3 car attached
Heating: Boiler, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Lot Size: 7.90 Acres
Roof Type: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
Stories: 1.5
Taxes: $6,160
Year Built: 1991

Feature Descriptions

Accessibility: No Stairs External
Additional Living Info.: Main Floor Laundry
Additional Structures: Garage(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Bath: 3/4 Basement, Full Primary, Full Basement, Private Primary, Main Floor Full Bath, Upper Level 3/4 Bath
Bathrooms 3/4: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Days on Site: 2
Dining: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Exterior: Frame
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
Foundation Size: 3180
Lot: Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Dimensions: 510x785x614x860
Parcel#: 515350130
Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt
Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
Special View Info: Lake View
SQ FT Total: 6800
Water: 4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
Water Features: Lake Front

Room Sizes

Dining Room: 17x16
Family Room: 32.5x16.7
Bedroom: 25x16
Bedroom 4: 8.10x14.3
Foyer: 15x9.4
Kitchen: 15.10x21.4
Laundry: 17x7.5
Library: 9.5x14.4
Living Room: 16.8x33
Loft: 17.7x23
Office: 13.6x8.10
Office: 17.1x16.8
Other: 12.3x4.7
Pantry (Walk-In): 9.11x10.7
Bedroom 2: 14x11.6
Bedroom 3: 14.5x18.1
Workshop: 17x16

Local Schools

School District: Pine River-Backus

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Listed By

Agency Name: Heartland Real Estate
Agency Phone: 218-363-6100

Shown By

Agent Name: Dave Wills
Agent Phone: (763) 670-3678
Agency Title: Counselor Realty

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