Welcome to your own island of peace and tranquility, 40 secluded acres surrounded by public property, offering unmatched privacy and a true connection to nature. This off-grid haven features a beautifully crafted two-bedroom, two-bath home built with exquisite timber framing and energy-efficient structural insulated panels. An efficient and reliable operational system powers all the modern conveniences including Wi-Fi, denying the fact that this place is totally off-grid. Take in the breathtaking view of the Swamp River valley from the spacious living and dining areas. Open the windows or relax on the deck to enjoy the soothing sounds of the river and the songs of local birds. An ample room with patio door to the deck and windows all around potentially serves as hobby space, den, studio, office, you name it. The kitchen is warm and welcoming, featuring rich hardwood cabinetry and an abundance of natural light. Adjacent to it, a walk-in pantry connects to the main-floor laundry, which also opens to the main entry. A ¾ bath and generous storeroom complete the main floor. At the top of the stairs is a great space for lounging or exercise equipment. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet, a private bathroom, and those same spectacular valley views. A second bedroom, currently used as an office, offers additional flexible space. Outdoors, a two-stall garage/carriage house includes workshop space and solar battery storage. The upper level is ready to be finished into a separate living space, with plans for a kitchen, bath, and balcony with patio doors. Equestrians and hobby farmers will appreciate the well-equipped barn, which offers two more garage bays, horse stalls, hay storage, and a large, fenced arena. Explore your own network of trails or easily access nearby wilderness adventures on the Superior Hiking Trail and the Border Route Trail. Property is in close proximity to some spectacular BWCA access points, snowmobile & atv trails, many fishing lakes, biking trails - there are endless recreational options!
Pending
$469,900
815 Otter Lake Rd, Hovland, MN 55606
2beds
2,375sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
40 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Horse stallsSecluded acresWalk-in pantryLarge fenced arenaSpectacular valley viewsExquisite timber framingWorkshop space
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 03, 2025 at 01:04pm
Listed by:
Virginia Detrick Palmer 218-387-2131,
Coldwell Banker North Shore
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6119796

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Storage Room
Primary bedroom
- Description: Expansive space for king-size bed, huge closet, private bath, sitting area with valley views to impress.
- Level: Second
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 24
Bedroom
- Description: South eastern exposure makes this a cheery space.
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bathroom
- Description: Beautiful tiled shower, convenient main floor location.
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Bathroom
- Description: Private bath for primary bedroom, rainfall shower, and a view.
- Level: Second
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 11
Bonus room
- Description: large windows on three sides, access to the deck, a multi use room.
- Level: Main
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Bonus room
- Description: Landing is a welcome space for sitting, exercise, entertainment.
- Level: Second
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 24
Dining room
- Description: Open to the living room with big windows.
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Entry hall
- Description: Spacious entry.
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Kitchen
- Description: Cheerful space with hardwood cabinets stainless steel appliances
- Level: Main
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Laundry
- Description: Off the entry doubles as a mudroom with double sink joins the walk-in pantry (5'1"x8').
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
Living room
- Description: Great natural light and views.
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 23
Storage
- Description: Right of the entry and tons of space.
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Heating
- Baseboard, Boiler, Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Hot Water, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Gas, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Foyer-Entrance
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors
- Doors: Patio Door
- Windows: Energy Windows, Wood Frames
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Free Standing
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,375 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,375
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel, Detached, Apartment, Electrical Service, Heat, Insulation
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic
- Waterfront features: River, Waterfront Access(Private)
- Body of water: Swamp
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Size: 40 Acres
- Dimensions: 1475' x 1180'
- Features: Many Trees, High, Rolling Slope
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Arena, Barn(s), Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 564273300
- Other equipment: Air to Air Exchange
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Struct. Insulated Panel, Timber/Post & Beam
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Arrowhead Electric
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Mound Septic
- Water: Private, Drilled
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hovland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $377,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,850
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Unimproved
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