The almost famous "Secluded Sanctuary" on desirable Spider Lake is now for sale! Recently surveyed, this premier property boasts 395' of meandering frontage, offering an incredible panoramic 180-degree lake view! This nostalgic home was built in 1917 and holds stories from the Dillinger days galore! A huge enclosed porch surrounds the lakeside of the home and features half log siding and hardwood flooring. There are 2 massive stone fireplaces, 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formal dining area and a country kitchen. Lots of custom features and nice wood work throughout. There is a neat dry boathouse that sits right on the edge of the water! The home had a new roof in 2007, there are many 3 tier amazing stone retaining walls, concrete sidewalks and stairway and so much more! Located with direct access to the snowmobile and ATV trails, on a phenomenal piece of property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1917Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$530Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by MICKI PIERCE-HOLMSTROM• CENTURY 21 PIERCE REALTY - MERCER
Bought with ED PERKO• CENTURY 21 PIERCE REALTY - MERCER
Lot Features: Private, Secluded, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Waterfront
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Frontage Length: 395
Water Body Name: SPIDER (Whispering Pines)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,118
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Highway 51 North in Mercer turn RT on CTH J for approximately 3 miles, turn LT on Beaver Lodge Road, go straight at 90-degree corner onto Russells Road, follow to end and sign.
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Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Other
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County: Iron County
APN: 012 2594-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mercer School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 91° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.14M – $1.38M
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