Once in a Blue Moon! 20 beautiful acres, 3 minutes from downtown Northfield. Situated high on a hill overlooking the historic Waterford Bridge, and Cannon River, delight in this darling three-bedroom, two bath home with two pole sheds. Engineered wood floors throughout the living spaces, skylights, south-facing windows, fresh interior paint (2026). A main floor family room and living room with an open kitchen and dining area between them makes for a perfect floor plan for large and small gatherings. Enjoy your garden harvest in a well-designed kitchen with Silestone countertops (engineered quartz – durable and stain resistant), ceramic tile backsplash, undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, coffee nook, counter seating, tons of cabinet space, and two pantry closets. Main floor laundry. Owner’s suite with new carpeting (2026) and ensuite full bath with walk-in closet, two-sink vanity, separate tub and shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath on the other end of the house. Cozy up to the woodburning fireplace during the winter months. Enjoy the Trex deck all summer long. The unfinished, full basement with egress window is dry and super spacious - great for storage, workshop and craft/sewing spaces. Exceptionally maintained, updates include: radon mitigation 2019, roof 2020, Water heater 2021, Furnace 2024. The large (56X48) pole barn (2006) has a workshop area and 3 doors: double garage door, extra tall for high clearance vehicles, and a side door. There is also a covered exterior area with a cement floor. The smaller (36X26) pole barn is dry, has a barrel stove, electricity, a new roof (2020) and a new door 2026. Enjoy the proximity to the Carleton Arboretum (across the road) and the Mill Towns State Trail (MTST) for walking and bicycling. This portion of the MTST will connect Woodley Street to the Waterford Bridge and is to be completed 2026. The historic Waterford Bridge was constructed in 1909 and is one of the state’s earliest surviving bridges of its kind. The bridge will also be refurbished this year.
With woods and open meadow areas, this property is a haven for all sorts of furry and feathered friends (Scarlet Tananger, Pileated, Red Headed, Red Breasted woodpeckers, Orioles, Eagles, etc.) and a lovely place for gardens. Walk or ride your bike to the Carleton Campus or downtown Northfield. Easy Twin Cities commuting location. Enjoy all the country has to offer without being so far out of town.
Listing courtesy of Kathryn A Jamison, Coldwell Banker Realty
