Discover an exceptional lakefront retreat on beautiful Birch Lake near Hackensack. This impressive log-style home blends timeless Northwoods character with spacious, comfortable living, featuring soaring windows, warm wood finishes, and captivating lake views. The generous upper-level loft/family room, complemented by two additional bunk areas, creates an ideal setting for hosting family and guests.

Step outside to a beautifully maintained waterfront setting designed for enjoying everything lake life has to offer. A private dock provides direct access to Birch Lake, while the expansive grounds offer plenty of space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Multiple garage spaces provide exceptional storage for vehicles, boats, recreational equipment, and lake toys. **An unfinished loft above the garage offers even more potential and could be finished to create additional sleeping quarters, guest space, or a private retreat.**

Equally suited as a year-round residence, luxury lake retreat, or **investment opportunity**, this property offers exciting potential as a vacation rental or income-producing getaway. With abundant gathering and sleeping space, room for future expansion, direct waterfront access, and a desirable Hackensack-area location, this is a distinctive opportunity to own an exceptional piece of Minnesota lake country.

Luxury country living, premier hunting, and turn-key ranch functionality come together on 97.27 acres just 34 miles from Fargo. Back to market - now offering ENTIRE 97 acres with the homestead! This 2010-built ranch-style home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 4,324 finished square feet with an open kitchen, dining, and living area designed for gathering. Enjoy north and south decks, an oversized lower-level family room with wet bar space, bonus area, two lower-level bedrooms, custom tiled walk-in shower bath, and generous storage.

The property is built for serious rural living. A majority of the acreage is fenced, with two continuous-flow anti-freeze Ritchie waterers plumbed in to provide reliable year-round water. Previously used to run approximately 68 head of cattle, the setup is ready for horses, cattle, hobby farming, tillable use, or a private ranch operation.

For the outdoor buyer, this is also a standout hunting property. The land offers the space, privacy, cover, and habitat potential needed for big whitetail deer, with a raised 14x14 insulated watch tower/gazebo featuring electricity, furnishings, a deck, and panoramic views of the property.

The improvements continue with a 40x36 attached in-floor heated garage with hot tub and sink/cleaning area, 30x60 pole barn with electric, 30x50x10 heated steel building with overhead door and electric, 36x45x10 poultry building with electric, 10x16 loafing shed, and 11x21 coop/dog run with concrete slab. Mechanical highlights include central A/C, forced-air heat, 3-zone electric boiler in-floor heat, 2023 water heater, 200-amp electrical service, sump basket, drain tile, 9-foot insulated concrete form basement walls, insulated vinyl siding, and a 26kW generator.

Outside, enjoy the custom firepit tucked into the grove, garden space, rhubarb, cherry, apple, and plum trees, and the peace and privacy of nearly 100 acres. Whether your dream is horses, cattle, farming, hunting trophy whitetail, or simply owning a luxury rural estate, this property delivers a rare combination of home, land, buildings, and lifestyle. Seller will consider a Contract for Deed for a portion of the sale, see agent for details! Properties like this don't come up often, call today to set up a showing!

PRIVATE 40-ACRE NORTHWOODS ESTATE SURROUNDED BY STATE LAND

An extraordinary private estate set on 40 wooded acres in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods, surrounded by approximately 470 acres of state land. Located just 30 minutes from Brainerd, this rare property offers the privacy, recreation, and natural beauty sought by today’s luxury acreage buyer.

Completely rebuilt in 2009 by Nor-Son Custom Builders, the main residence blends timeless Northwoods character with refined craftsmanship and warm, inviting design. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a hot tub, infrared sauna, gas fireplace, and wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable year-round retreat designed for relaxation, gathering, and escape.

A separate guest house adds exceptional flexibility with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, laundry, a 2-car garage, and private workspace—ideal for hosting guests, extended family, caretaker quarters, or a refined retreat away from the main residence.

Designed for those who value privacy, recreation, and space, the property includes extensive garage and storage capacity, raised gardens, fruit trees, greenhouse, outbuildings, a temperature-controlled root cellar/storm shelter, and 40 acres of prime hunting land. Whether envisioned as a private luxury retreat, family compound, hobby farm, collector’s property, or Northwoods getaway, this estate offers a lifestyle that is increasingly rare and difficult to duplicate.

A truly distinctive property where craftsmanship, seclusion, and the beauty of the Northwoods come together.

Executive-built new construction in Breezy Point offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths plus den and 2,323 sq. ft. of single-level living on a private 1-acre lot. This is not your average big-box spec home — it’s an executive build in a class of its own, designed for comfort, efficiency, and an easy low-maintenance lifestyle.

From the moment you arrive, the quality shows. Natural stonework is balanced with oversized Andersen 400 Series windows, creating a refined exterior while allowing natural light to flood the home and give the interior a warm, inviting feel. Inside, enjoy 9' ceilings, a 10' tray ceiling in the primary suite, engineered white oak flooring, custom soft-close cabinetry, honed granite, quartz, KitchenAid appliances, upgraded lighting, tile baths, a custom pantry, and a floor-to-ceiling natural stone gas fireplace.

Built with high-efficiency mechanicals and low-maintenance living in mind, this home is designed to keep utility costs manageable while minimizing upkeep. The attached oversized 3-car garage is insulated and finished, and the exterior is already complete with irrigation, professional landscaping, sod, and a tar driveway.

The patio is made for BBQs, entertaining, or simply relaxing in privacy while watching deer and wildlife wander through the property. Enjoy the peaceful feel of a wooded retreat while still being right in the heart of Breezy Point, close to golf, walleye fishing, lakes, dining, trails, and year-round recreation.

Make life easy in Breezy — and set up your private showing today!

Don’t miss this immaculate, like-new 2-bedroom (plus an office that could be used as a legal 3rd bedroom), 3-bath detached town home with scenic pond views and exceptional community amenities. This well-designed home – ideal for empty-nesters, features a bright sunroom, cozy gas fireplace, and gourmet kitchen complete with granite countertops, cherry wood cabinetry and floors, plus a spacious walk-in pantry. The main-level primary suite offers convenience and comfort with a walk-in closet and private full bath featuring double sinks. The finished lower level provides a large family room, 2nd large bedroom, full bath, den, and abundant storage or flexible space to fit your needs. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened porch with maintenance free decking overlooking peaceful surroundings of ponds and wildlife. Recent updates include newer washer and dryer, tankless water heater, water softener, Leafguard gutters, and a roof just 3 years old. Enjoy outstanding shared amenities including a pool, splash pad, sand volleyball court, basketball courts, walking paths, and playground. Why wait to build when you can move right in!

There’s something special about arriving at the lake and feeling the pace of life shift. Tucked among beautiful mature trees along the peaceful shoreline of Barnum Lake near Hackensack, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom year-round home offers privacy, natural light, and a setting designed for making memories in every season.

Step into the home and you’re welcomed by a spacious living room anchored by a beautiful fireplace — a warm and inviting focal point for gathering on cool evenings. Large windows fill the space with natural light while framing serene lake views. Just a few steps up, the dining area features its own oversized window, creating a bright and cheerful space for everyday meals or hosting friends and family.

The spacious primary bedroom offers large windows and abundant natural light, creating a calm and restful retreat. Three additional bedrooms provide comfortable space for family or guests, while two dedicated office areas offer flexibility for remote work, hobbies, or creative pursuits. Main-floor laundry adds convenience, and the unfinished basement presents opportunity to expand and personalize over time.

Outside, usable yard space extends from the home toward the lake, making it easy to enjoy time outdoors. Spend your days fishing or boating, then return to grill on the patio and gather as the sun begins to set. Evenings can be spent relaxing in the hot tub, unwinding in the sauna, or enjoying a quiet fire by the water under the Northwoods sky.

A three-car detached garage provides generous storage for vehicles, tools, and lake gear. Located near the Paul Bunyan State Trail and Goose Lake Ski Trail, and just minutes from the shops, dining, and community events of Hackensack, this property offers a balance of seclusion and recreation. If you’ve been searching for a private lake setting where summer days turn into sunset evenings and every season brings its own beauty, this Barnum Lake home is ready to welcome you.

A truly unique property offering 120 acres of privacy, natural beauty and room to make it your own. This rare biophilic-style home is an uncommon find in Minnesota, thoughtfully designed to create a connection between indoor living and the surrounding natural environment. The earth-berm design, green roof and skylights bring a distinctive character to the home, while the front-facing windows invite natural light inside and create a sense of connection to the landscape. Tucked well back from the road, the home overlooks a large wildlife pond and is surrounded by woods, open land and natural habitat.

The 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,571 finished square feet with a layout that takes advantage of its peaceful setting. Vaulted ceilings, skylights and large windows enhance the natural light and unique feel of the interior. The kitchen features a walk-in pantry, while the main level offers a primary bedroom and laundry for added convenience. An attached 3-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and storage, along with a loft area above.

Outside, the property offers approximately 23.5 wooded acres, along with meadow and open ground. More than 60 acres were previously used as tillable land, offering potential for a variety of uses. Enjoy the wildlife pond, explore the wooded surroundings, or envision space for recreation, hunting, horses or a hobby farm. Near the home, an apple tree, pear tree and raspberry bushes add a touch of established homestead charm.

Properties combining this much acreage, privacy and distinctive design are a rare find. If you're looking for a home that offers a closer connection to nature, room to pursue your vision and a setting that feels worlds away from the everyday, this property is worth experiencing in person. Schedule your private showing today!