Perched on one of Douglas County’s highest points, this unique property offers breathtaking panoramic views stretching from Lake Mina to Andes Tower Hills. Formerly known as Country Gardens on Lake Mina B&B, this slice of paradise is ideal for nature lovers and those seeking privacy & tranquility. Enjoy stunning sunsets, serene flower and water garden, wildlife and bird watching—including an eagle’s nest—and private hiking trails that wind through lush, rolling hills and lead to the lake via a charming wood chip path.
The home features 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own en-suite, 4 total bathrooms. The open-concept main level includes a bright kitchen, dining, and living area with a cozy gas fireplace, sunroom, primary suite, office, main floor laundry & deck off the dining room to take in the views. An elevator offers easy access to the walk-out basement where you’ll find a large family room with a second gas fireplace, 2 en-suite bedrooms, al doorways are 36 inches, a wet bar, and generous storage space & a lakeside patio. This could make a great long term care property or in-law suite in the lower level.
Built with quality and comfort in mind, this home boasts geothermal heating and in-floor heat in the basement, as well as concrete walls from floor to ceiling for added efficiency and durability. Recent updates include fresh paint throughout, new light fixtures, hardware, and more.
Lake Mina, known for its depth (up to 123 feet) offers a mix of shallow flats and deep water, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking some of the best fishing around. Whether you're relaxing, entertaining, or exploring, this extraordinary property invites you to unwind and reconnect with nature.
Pending
Price cut: $50K (7/22)
$799,900
360 Karens Way NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
3beds
3,566sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
6.6 Acres Lot
$772,700 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 01:52pm
Listed by:
Heidi Schroeder 320-219-3455,
Counselor Realty Inc of Alex
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6741521

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Sun Room, Bedroom 1, Office, Bathroom, Foyer, Laundry, Utility Room, Family Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Other Room
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 272.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.3x12.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 477.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x21.7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 337.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x13.5
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 57.59 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.10x7.11
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 31.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.6x5.6
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 25.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.3x4.8
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 63.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.9x7.11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 183.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x10.8
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 846.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 39x21.7
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 104.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.9x9.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 339 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.6x15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 158.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8x12.4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 392.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23.1x17
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 121.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.11x10
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 80.83 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.7x5.9
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 91.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.8x9.3
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 152.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.6x7.8
Utility room
- Level: Main
- Area: 85.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.3x6.4
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 41.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.10x4.1
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 80.83 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.7x5.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Geothermal, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Free Standing, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,566
- Total interior livable area: 3,566 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,783
- Finished area below ground: 1,491
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors 36"+, Accessible Elevator Installed, No Stairs Internal
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Composite Decking, Deck, Patio
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Num(21010800), Lake Acres(411), Lake Depth(123)
- Body of water: Mina
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 795
Lot
- Size: 6.6 Acres
- Dimensions: 810.50 x 795 x 581.11
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Many Trees
Details
- Foundation area: 1783
- Parcel number: 270867800
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Insulating Concrete Forms
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Age of Property: 23
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Other, Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Country Gardens On Lake Mina
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $725,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,732
- Date on market: 6/25/2025
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