Welcome to your very own retreat of solitude and peace in the Northwoods! Perched atop the rugged and ancient hills of the Canadian shield, this craftsman built timber frame home sits perfectly to take in the sunrise over great Lake Superior while sipping a coffee next to the wood burning fire! Modern convenience is effortlessly blended with timeless character capturing the essence of Northwoods living. Walk in the front door and take in soaring 25ft cathedral ceilings framed by timbers that were cut and joined by hand. The home was designed for simplicity, rest and relaxation and has a beautiful open concept. Many recent updates throughout the home include remodeled bathroom with in-floor heat, freshly updated kitchen with granite countertops and appliances, new master bedroom accenting the beautiful timbers of the lofted ceiling, with two closets and a sunrise lake view, newly enclosed bonus loft providing space for an office, studio, or guests, custom built pantry area, efficient and attractive laundry center, new carpet in both bedrooms and fresh paint throughout the entire home. The 2500 sq ft steel pole building includes a 15x30 heated workshop/studio and is ready to house all your toys to explore the northland and keep them protected from the elements. The property also boasts a wood burning sauna to enjoy those majestic winter nights, and a garden/wood shed providing additional storage and is stocked with 3 cords of firewood for next winter. Outside the home provides a blank slate. A new clearing with full sun and rich soil has potential for gardens to be planted, or sown with lupine and wildflowers. Hike and snowshoe on your own private trails through rolling hills of beautiful forest, flecked with mature sugar maples perfect for maple syrup. Leave your drive via snowmobile or quad and enjoy direct access to the hundreds of miles of Cook County trails. A 25 minute drive from home through some of the most beautiful scenery in Minnesota lies Grand Marais, voted America’s coolest small town. Or stay closer to home and enjoy pristine lakes full of trout and walleye, the Superior Hiking Trail, ramp access to Lake Superior, endless trails for hunting grouse or simply enjoying the scenery, and even entry points to the Boundary Waters Canoe area. Welcome home, your Northwoods adventure is calling.
Nice, compact home with fresh updates! You'll love the handmade character of the timber framing, accented by versatile concrete and hardwood floors throughout. The huge garage provides plenty of space for boats, snowmobiles, and all your other adventure gear. Fiber optic internet allows you to stay connected to work and to the great, warm neighborhood nearby. This property is close to Lake Superior and also to Judge Magney State Park, as well as border lakes and many other opportunities for outdoor exploration. Get a showing now before it's gone!
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6091718
Mar 16, 2021
Sold
$260,000
$162/sq ft
Jul 17, 2020
Listed
$264,900
$165/sq ft
+42
Have you ever walked into a home and said to yourself "I never want to leave"?? If not, you will now!! A beautifully crafted Timber Frame home, a monster-size pole barn with a rec room inside, a wood burning sauna, a charming wood shed. .. all on 36.30 acres of wonderful wooded land. You'll feel like you're miles and miles away from anyone but you're really just a half an hour drive away from downtown Grand Marais. Also, very close to the Superior Hiking Trail, inland lakes and rivers, the BWCA. There are no excuses to not get outside and play unless, of course, it's cold and rainy and you want to stay inside by the fire(s) reading, eating, drinking, napping, playing games. What's really nice about this gorgeous home is that there are plenty of spaces to be together or to break away if you need some alone time. I don't think there's a single person around who won't appreciate the amazing craftsmanship and architecture of the timber frame style construction on top of it all.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5314840
Sep 24, 2019
Sold
$247,000
$154/sq ft
May 15, 2019
Listed
$247,000
$154/sq ft
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6082907
Sep 24, 2019
Sold
$247,000
$154/sq ft
May 15, 2019
Listed
$247,000
$154/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM27345
Nov 6, 2009
Listed
$57,500
$36/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM24396
Jun 19, 2008
Listed
$198,500
$124/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM23350
Jan 31, 2008
Listed
$125,000
$78/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM21354
Apr 2, 2007
Listed
$214,900
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,084 (+8.4%)
$71,560 + $300,514
$372,074
2025
$1,922 (−2.2%)
$71,457 + $287,945
$359,402
2024
$1,966 (+5.9%)
$68,096 + $269,574
$337,670
2023
$1,856 (+2.4%)
$56,799 + $262,535
$319,334
2022
$1,812 (+4.0%)
$42,022 + $196,189
$238,211
2021
$1,742 (+16.0%)
$38,367 + $192,784
$231,151
2020
$1,502 (−25.3%)
$58,083 + $145,031
$203,114
2019
$2,012 (+16.4%)
$79,073 + $171,674
$250,747
2018
$1,728 (+10.2%)
$60,289 + $172,843
$233,132
2017
$1,568 (+24.2%)
$60,299 + $173,269
$233,568
2016
$1,262 (+1.4%)
$60,300 + $175,000
$235,300
2015
$1,244 (+21.2%)
$61,300 + $186,600
$247,900
2014
$1,026 (+11.6%)
$60,700 + $149,200
$209,900
2012
$919
$19,700 + $149,200
$168,900
Tax history for 133 Tower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,084 (+8.4%)
$71,560 + $300,514
$372,074
2025
$1,922 (−2.2%)
$71,457 + $287,945
$359,402
2024
$1,966 (+5.9%)
$68,096 + $269,574
$337,670
2023
$1,856 (+2.4%)
$56,799 + $262,535
$319,334
2022
$1,812 (+4.0%)
$42,022 + $196,189
$238,211
2021
$1,742 (+16.0%)
$38,367 + $192,784
$231,151
2020
$1,502 (−25.3%)
$58,083 + $145,031
$203,114
2019
$2,012 (+16.4%)
$79,073 + $171,674
$250,747
2018
$1,728 (+10.2%)
$60,289 + $172,843
$233,132
2017
$1,568 (+24.2%)
$60,299 + $173,269
$233,568
2016
$1,262 (+1.4%)
$60,300 + $175,000
$235,300
2015
$1,244 (+21.2%)
$61,300 + $186,600
$247,900
2014
$1,026 (+11.6%)
$60,700 + $149,200
$209,900
2012
$919
$19,700 + $149,200
$168,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
37.3 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,395
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
56-206-4100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Gravel, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Ductless
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs