2281 S Branch Tr, Makinen, MN 55763 (MLS # 6124839)

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Privacy, privacy, privacy! Enjoy over 600 feet of shoreline on your own private inlet with stunning views of Whiteface Reservoir. Nestled on more than 5 acres of mature trees, this property offers the ultimate secluded retreat. This meticulously maintained home has been recently updated inside and out. Improvements include LP SmartSide siding and new steel roofs on all buildings, along with extensive interior updates to the family/rec room, bathrooms, bedrooms, and bunkhouse. The main level offers two bedrooms, including the primary suite, providing comfortable and convenient living. The upstairs loft serves as a bedroom and features its own private balcony"”perfect for taking in the peaceful surroundings. Additional features include in-floor heat and central A/C for year-round comfort. Unwind in the outdoor sauna, relax in the 3 season screened gazebo, or take in the serene setting from the sprawling deck. The lakeside bunkhouse provides the perfect space for guests, complete with its own private deck just steps from the water. Additional highlights include a large pole building garage with a concrete slab"”ideal for storing all your toys"”plus a storage shed, outhouse and 2 RV hookups. The lot offers a beautiful, flat yard that extends right down to the lake. Whiteface Reservoir spans over 5,500 acres and is well-known for excellent walleye fishing. With direct access to ATV, snowmobiling, and hunting trails right out your back door, this property is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. All of this, just under an hour from Duluth. If you're looking for total privacy and the perfect getaway, this is it. Schedule your private showing today before it's gone!

DAYS ON MARKET 1 LAST UPDATED 4/30/2026
YEAR BUILT 2000 COMMUNITY LSAR
GARAGE SPACES 9.0 COUNTY St. Louis County
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ductless
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Washer
AREA LSAR
BASEMENT None
CONSTRUCTION Other
EXTERIOR Balcony
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Floor Furnace, Propane
HOA DUES 500|Annually
INTERIOR Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Pantry
LOT 5.4 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Level
LOT DIMENSIONS irregular
PARKING Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Detached
SEWER Private Sewer
STORIES 1
STYLE Contemporary
TAXES 5388
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Lake
WATER Well
WATER ACCESS Whiteface Reservoir
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Lake
ZONING Residential
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
   

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