Discover your dream lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake Melissa, combining relaxation and natural beauty. This recently updated home, complete with a charming guest quarter above the garage, offers 2,712 square feet of combined living space, making it an ideal getaway for family, friends, and unforgettable lake memories. Step inside the main lake home and be greeted by an inviting open-concept design that blends elegance with modern sophistication. Large panoramic windows flood the living room, bringing the outside in with spectacular views of the water. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, large island and pantry cabinet. There is plenty of space for everyone in the main house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, and a large flex room for all the lake life necessities. The second living quarters is the perfect guest retreat with everything they need; kitchenette, living room, 2 bonus rooms, another bathroom, and a deck that overlooks the lake! Great storage with the 2-stall garage plus landscaping and lakeside deck. With direct flat lake frontage, you’ll have easy access to all your favorite water activities, including the dock and boat lift, making it a turnkey lakefront escape. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise on one of the most coveted lakes in the area. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an entertainer’s dream, this Lake Melissa property offers it all.
Closed
$815,000
12243 Fern Beach Dr, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4beds
2,712sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.29 Acres Lot
$815,000 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$2,527 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 21, 2025 at 01:37pm
Listed by:
Jason Carrier 701-318-4114,
Beyond Realty
Bought with:
TJ Buboltz
HomeSmart Adventure Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6680658

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Deck
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Flex room
- Level: Main
Garage
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,712
- Total interior livable area: 2,712 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,712
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View, Waterfront Num(03047500), Lake Acres(1827), Lake Depth(43)
- Body of water: Melissa
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 57
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 57.5 x 255
Details
- Foundation area: 2040
- Parcel number: 190829000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Age of Property: 78
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
- Subdivision: Birch Hill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No