Clearest Lake in Collegeville Township! Big Watab has a deep point of 125' & is one of the few lakes that have Trout. This 2 acre property has 175' of lakeshore, 32' dock included. Panoramic views from most of the 3,800+ sf walkout ranch. A covered porch opens to a grand foyer, vaulted ceilings, beams & Travertine floors. Open Living Room w/ wood FP, Dining Room & Kitchen face the lake. Knotty alder cabinets, granite, center island & drink station. Wrap around deck, off dining for outdoor meals & watching the sun rise w/ a cup of coffee. 3 main floor bedrooms, include a spacious primary w/ensuite BA. Lower level Family Room has a wood burning FP & Wet Bar Room that walks out to a 26x26 patio. 1 more bedroom w/lake view & a 3/4 guest BA. Laundry room, storage room & 2 cedar closets. 10x10 outdoor wood fire sauna, shed & an additional lakeside 15x25 patio with pit, for evenings by the fire. Concrete tables, benchs & planters stay. 24x24 pole shed & 18x24 lean-to. Fenced Tennis Court.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2 acresLot Size
4 car garageParking
Listed by Robin Hentges• Premier Real Estate Services
3 BR on One Level,Main Floor Primary,Main Floor Bedroom,Primary Bdr Suite
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard, Dual
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Type: Foyer, Kitchen, Dining Room, Deck, Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Family Room, Bar/Wet Bar Room, Laundry, Storage, Porch, Patio, Garage, Sauna
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Engineered Wood
Foundation Area: 2,285
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt, Pitched
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Wrap Around
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View
Water Body Name: Big Watab
Waterfront Num: 73010200
Lake Acres: 245
Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Lake Depth: 123
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Waterfront Elevation: 4-10
Waterfront Feet: 175
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 2,285
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,792
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Description: Cabin
Other Structures: Additional Garage, Pole Building, Sauna, Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,285
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,552
Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,Porch,Panoramic View,Sauna,In-Ground Sprinkler,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Wet Bar
Lot Information
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline
Lot Size Area: 2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 175x250x186x226
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $8
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,302
Tax Year: 2023
Tax With Assessments: $6,310
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Power Company Name: Stearns Electric Association
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: Rocori
School District Number: 750
School District Phone: 320-685-4901
Location Information
Directions: From I-94 at Avon Exit: Go left over bridge to L on CR 50. Go R at "Columbia Gear" to continue on CR 50 for 3 miles. Take R on Lilac Rd and continue on "Dead-End Shared Driveway" almost to the end, to home on L.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,285
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Stearns County
APN: 05.02800.0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 3837
Main Level Finished Area: 2285.0000
Building Area Total: 4077
Foundation Dimensions: 36x64
Age Of Property: 55
Levels: One
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Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Rocori Public School District website to verify.
Avon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • 4.2mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$893,000 – $1.08M
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