4934 Howard Gnesen Rd, Rice Lake, MN 55803

* * OFFER DEADLINE: 11:30am Friday May 24th * * This delightful property boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and over 5 acres of park-like land has been well maintained and cared for. The maple hardwood floors, authentic woodwork, and molding throughout give it a unique character and workmanship that is often absent in modern structures. The front porch will give cause to sip your cup of coffee, read that book. Heated entryway provides plenty of space to leave coats and shoes before entering. Beautiful stone fireplace graces the living room, providing warmth and ambiance on cooler days. The large kitchen opens to the dining room and features a breakfast bar as well for quick snacks or engaging in lively conversations. Follow the wide staircase to the upper level where you'll find 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The master suite is a true retreat, complete with a walk-in dressing room, two closets, cozy window seat, and a sink for added convenience. The basement holds a surprising space that could be used as a mother-in-law suite, studio apartment or family room plus plenty of storage on the utility side. Unwind in the three-season porch while watching deer, foxes, and other wildlife. The backyard offers ample space for gardening, a cozy spot to gather around a crackling fire, and play area for the kids. The surrounding land boasts a variety of beautiful features including maples, spruce, pines and birch trees. Also find a plum tree, grape vine, berries and landscaped perennials. The garden shed has been thoughtfully updated for convenience. The 30'x24' pole building gives room for your vehicles, toys and machines. This tranquil setting provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying the beauty of nature, creating lasting memories with loved ones while conveniently located to shopping, Lake Superior, hiking, Duluth and the North Shore.

A Howard Gnesen Homestead! Situated over 5 acres is this beautiful traditional home with a pole barn just minutes from Duluth. Welcome to 4934 Howard Gnesen Road. Step up to the covered porch where you can relax on the swing in the afternoon, sipping on an ice-cold lemonade, or grab your morning coffee and newspaper. Step inside the vestibule into the home, and your eye is drawn to the splendid hardwood floors, 8-foot ceilings, the natural woodwork, warm contemporary wall color, and the overall size of the rooms. The living room's centerpiece is the stone wood-burning fireplace! Keeping these rooms warm and cozy on cool summer nights. The kitchen has an overabundance of counter space and cabinetry, a breakfast bar, an informal dining area, a nook for a computer desk, plus a large pantry area just off the back door. On the main level, off the back of the house, is a 3 season sunroom with French doors leading out onto the stone patio. You'll spend many hours in this room watching natural critters play in the yard. Check out the "water closet "just under the main staircase. Gliding up the wide staircase to the upper floor, a master bedroom with a separate dressing room has a sink, a window seat, and two spacious closets. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout this level. Two other bedrooms, one faces out over the front yard, and the second, which has two large closets, looks over the back yard. There is a full bathroom and an oversized linen closet. On the lower level, there is a game room with a kitchenette and a 3/4 bath. The seller used this space for a studio apartment for many years. Take a stroll through the backyard, where you will find blackberries, currants, and gold raspberries! Plus, there is a plum tree, and under the tressel are growing grapes! There's a chicken coop, a big pole barn, rabbit hutches, and a fire pit. The wood shelter is on the side of the home, designed for convenience. The basement window is designed with a chute to load the wood into the house quickly and stack it in the basement until needed. Interestingly, this home was moved from the University of Minnesota Duluth experimental Farm Jean Duluth 30 years ago and situated on the concrete block 8-foot basement. Seller updates include 18 inches of insulation blown into the Attic, the driveway resealed, updated windows, and sanded hardwood floors. Come and see this charming home, and simply unpack your belongings. You are home! ~ pre-list home inspection available.