There's something special about a home that makes you slow down the moment you arrive.

Nestled on 1.21 private acres along the Elk River, this exceptional property offers more than just a beautiful place to live—it offers a lifestyle that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Here, weekends don't require packing up the car or heading north to the cabin. Instead, adventure begins right outside your back door.

Imagine spending your mornings sipping coffee while overlooking the river, launching your kayak for an afternoon paddle, casting a fishing line from your own shoreline, or floating down the river on a warm summer afternoon. As the day winds down, gather around the fire pit, relax in the hot tub, or enjoy the peaceful sound of the property's beautiful waterfall from the covered patio or one of two maintenance-free decks.

Thoughtfully Designed for Everyday Living

Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated while embracing the beauty of its natural surroundings. A spacious addition fills the living spaces with natural light and showcases breathtaking river views from nearly every angle.

The updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, while hardwood floors, Pergo flooring, and two wood-burning fireplaces create inviting spaces perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers its own peaceful retreat with a soaking tub and private walkout, while the finished lower level provides even more room to gather, complete with direct access to the backyard and river.

Major improvements—including James Hardie siding, Andersen energy-efficient windows, updated mechanicals, and a newer driveway—offer peace of mind for years to come.

A Backyard That Keeps Giving

One of the most unique features of this property is everything waiting beyond the back door.

Beautiful mature gardens produce rhubarb, asparagus, strawberries, herbs, grapes, raspberries, plums, pears, cherries, and hops, creating a backyard that's as functional as it is beautiful.

The property also features a fully insulated and finished 24x26 detached garage, an attached two-car garage, a greenhouse, and an additional storage/playhouse, offering incredible flexibility for hobbies, storage, projects, or entertaining.

Privacy Without Sacrificing Convenience

While the setting feels wonderfully secluded, you're just minutes from both Elk River and Big Lake, located within the highly regarded Elk River School District and offering convenient access to the Twin Cities.

Finding private river frontage with this much acreage, thoughtful updates, and everyday convenience is incredibly rare.

If you've been dreaming of a property that feels like a weekend getaway every single day, this may be the one you've been waiting for.