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1116 Sand Lake Drive NW
Backus, MN 56435

Price: $1,600,000

Listing # 6611239


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Prepare to be amazed by this stunning estate nestled on 15.64 acres of pristine land with an incredible 816’ of shoreline on peaceful Sand Lake. The home’s stone steps lead to a spacious covered porch with a wood ceiling, stone pillars, and lush flowers inviting you inside, where every detail is crafted for luxury, comfort, and endless possibilities. Double glass doors with working colonial shutters open to a spacious foyer that flows into a cozy sitting area featuring a built-in, illuminated bookcase and a TV area perfect for quiet reading or entertainment. At the heart of the home is the great room, with a floor-to-ceiling stone, wood-burning fireplace, complete with a heat-blower. Expansive windows showcase panoramic views of the lake, bringing the beauty of nature indoors. The main level features a guest bedroom with an en suite that doubles as a powder room, while the owner’s suite is a sanctuary of its own. It has large artistic windows that mirror the great room’s design, offering golden pools of light. This suite includes his and her bathrooms, one featuring a cleansing bidet. For the culinary enthusiast, the kitchen is a dream come true. It has a massive Australian granite center prep island with a sink and two smaller dishwashers for lighter loads. The beautiful wood cupboards with their glass inserts provide more than enough storage while also showcasing your finer wares. The double oven with an additional bread-warming drawer, massive side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, and wine fridge are perfect for hosting large get-togethers. With the additional sizable granite peninsula; this space is designed for functionality and beauty. The adjacent butler’s pantry includes a large dishwasher and a no-touch sink, as well as even more shelving and cupboards for storage. Conveniently, this pantry leads to the garage, which has a heated floor and a no-step wheelchair-accessible entry. Large windows and a door from the kitchen lead to a sprawling lakeside deck, where you can relax to the sounds of nature and a waterfall fed by the lake. This deck is perfect for tranquil outdoor dining. The circular dining room offers panoramic views of the meticulously landscaped yard, lake, and waterfall, making every meal a special occasion. Upstairs, the loft presents two sleeping areas, a walk-through closet, and a bathroom with a shower. Skylights and windows brighten this area, and its open design overlooks the great room, providing stunning views of both the interior and the lake beyond. The lower level of this home includes two additional bedrooms with their own full bathroom and walk-in closets. The large family room also has views of the lake. There’s also a great space dedicated to a home office. The home is designed with zoned heating and cooling, a storm cellar with steel walls built into the rock, and a utility room with ample storage and a freezer. There’s even space to create your wine cellar. The current owner used a temperature—and humidity-controlled room to craft violins, which could easily be repurposed to preserve precious items such as photos or cigars. The lower level also features a large workshop with professional-grade woodworking equipment and ventilation, complete with a garage door for easy access to your materials. This space has running water, a sink, and in-floor heating, perfect for hobbyists. Another office with a bathroom provides the opportunity to run an entire business from home. A dog care room with a wash station makes this home perfect for pet lovers. The room's direct walk-out to the lake also makes it an excellent space for cleaning fish. Outside, you’ll find a flat yard leading directly to the hard-bottom lakeshore, perfect for swimming and enjoying the water. This lakeside estate is a rare gem, offering unmatched luxury, privacy, and an immersive connection to the natural beauty that surrounds it.

Basic Features:

Style Single Family Residence
Type Residential
Zoning Residential-Single Family
Year Built 1991
School District Pine River-Backus
County Cass
Lot Size 816x224x773x358x115x111x134x254x895
Acreage 15.64 acres
Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 6
Garage 1 Car 20x16
Lot Description Tree Coverage - Medium
Above Grade 3,267 sq ft
Below Grade 2,746 sq ft
Lake Name Sand Lake (Woodrow Twp...
Lake Depth 54 ft
Water Frontage 816 ft
Tax $ / Year $5,618 / 2024
Tax ID
Legal Description

Includes:

Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Water Softener Owned

Rooms Size Level
Bedroom 1 25x16 M
Bedroom 2 14x12 M
Bedroom 3 15x18 L
Bedroom 4 8x14 L
Dining Room 17x16 M
Family Room 33x17 L
Foyer 15x9 M
Kitchen 15x21 M
Laundry 17x8 M
Library 10x14 M
Living Room 17x33 M
Loft 18x23 U
Office 14x8 L
Other Room 12x5 L
Pantry (Walk-In) 9x11 M
Workshop 17x16 L
Additional Features
Government Programs
Section 34
Terrain Type
Roads Township
Baths 3 Full / 3 3/4
Basement Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Walkout
Cooling Central Air
Driveway
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features Wood Siding
Fireplace Living Room,Wood Burning
Foundation 3180.00
Fuel Source Electric,Propane,Wood
Handicap Access No Stairs External
Heating Boiler,Forced Air,Fireplace(s)
Other Buildings Additional Garage
Roof Asphalt
Sewer Service Mound Septic,Private Sewer
Water Service Submersible - 4 Inch,Drilled,Private,Well
Water Heater
Parking Lot Attached Garage,Detached,Asphalt
Exterior Construction
Laundry N

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