Welcome to a rare, generational offering on the highly prestigious Ferndale Road. This storybook estate flawlessly marries sophisticated elegance with state-of-the-art modern efficiency, all framed by commanding, south-facing views over Lake Minnetonka’s coveted Brown’s Bay. Having undergone a complete, immaculate transformation since 2021, the residence has been meticulously redesigned to offer an unparalleled standard of modern luxury while seamlessly preserving its timeless architectural heritage. Designed with an emphasis on space and privacy, the home features four expansive bedroom suites and four flawless bathrooms. Work from home is entirely redefined in the lake-facing executive office, where panoramic lake views provide a spectacular backdrop to your daily routine. No detail was spared in the recent renovations. Every space has been elevated with flawless design, high-end finishes, and an abundance of natural light—including a temperature-controlled, 500-bottle custom wine cellar for the ultimate enthusiast. This is where luxury meets efficiency. Enjoy radiant heated flooring throughout the entire main level and garage, backed by advanced, ultra-efficient mechanical systems that ensure peak performance and comfort year-round. Peace of mind comes standard with a discreet, top-of-the-line home security system. An oversized, fully finished two-car garage featuring custom storage integration and radiant heated floors—immaculately curated for the discerning collector. Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking, south facing panoramic lake views from Brown's Bay, this beautifully landscaped estate offers a rare blend of natural beauty and structural permanence. From its full solid stone cladding and thick-cut cedar shake roof, the home is engineered to endure for generations, promising decades of effortless, low-maintenance living. Located on one of the area’s most prestigious and sought-after roads, this Ferndale masterpiece seamlessly pairs turn-key luxury with significant expansion potential. It is an unparalleled opportunity—offering a refined lakeside sanctuary today, with the structural and spatial freedom to evolve for tomorrow. Walkable to downtown Wayzata’s world-class dining and many boutique shops. Opportunities of this caliber on Ferndale Road are exceedingly rare. For the discerning buyer, this masterpiece represents an unparalleled offering in a highly coveted location.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$1,305Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Shane Spencer• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
Listed by Michelle Doerrler• Coldwell Banker Realty
Plymouth-Wayzata, located between Lake Minnetonka and Medicine Lake, is a lakeside and suburban Plymouth neighborhood with wooded shorelines and polished retail pockets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Wayzata Boulevard–Lake Street corridor, where marina slips, sidewalk patios, and small storefronts set a lake-town cadence. Wayzata Bar & Grill, 6Smith, and the Wayzata Depot anchor local routines with dining, gathering, and a touch of rail history. Housing ranges from mid-century ramblers to newer builds on curving, tree-lined streets. Trails and parks stitch together water views and everyday errands. The pace feels outdoors-forward, with boats, bikes, and café tables sharing the same calendar.
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Market insights
520 Ferndale Rd W · $6,500,000
DAYS ON MARKET
7 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.0%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$6,500,000
Median sale price in this area is $473,742. (93% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Two levels
Accessible elevator installed
Roll-in shower
Has 2 fireplaces (gas and wood burning)
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms (main and upper levels indicated among rooms)
Bathrooms
Three three-quarter baths
One half bath
Kitchen
Large kitchen (20x16)
Walk-in pantry (8x6)
Laundry & utility
Main level laundry room with sink
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Stone exterior
Accessible shoreline
Light tree coverage
Lakefront with approximately 148 feet of frontage
Sand lake bottom
No road between waterfront and home
City street frontage; public maintained road
Home design
Residential property
Two-story home
Slab foundation
Parking
Attached heated, insulated garage with storage and garage door opener
Electric and floor drain in garage
Driveway on other surface
2 garage spaces (garage approx. 27 x 21.6)
Construction
Shake roof (over 8 years old)
Stone exterior
Utilities
City water connected
City sewer connected
Natural gas
Electricity and solar
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