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$1,820,000
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Saint Paul Area Single Family Home

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470 Mississippi River Boulevard N Saint Paul, MN 55104

7 Bed
8 Baths
9440 sqft
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A storybook home with a rich history, sitting proudly overlooking the Mississippi. This is a rare opportunity to write the next chapter of this remarkable residence. Over ½ acres, 3 city lots, well elevated to provide sweeping views of the river from the many windows, verandas and the stately grounds. Meticulously maintained, updated and enhanced by its current owners. Known as the Longfellow Manor, this home was built in 1933 by the granddaughter of the famous poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This Federal-Style classic is a perfect blend of vintage architecture blended with comprehensive updates, to provide an exceptional residence honoring its past while enjoying the modern comforts of today. See Supplement with many updates, most recent (2024) a new roof and former pool now a beautifully landscaped yard. This home is a product of a collaboration between John Kraemer and Sons, along with Design by Charlie and Co. This home has been celebrated and is the winner of the 2010 Twin Cities Parade of Homes Dream House of the Year!! Features abound…both inside and outside. A truly grand entry with spectacular circular staircase welcomes you and sets the tone. A remarkable living room, spacious gourmet kitchen, fabulous formal dining room and a first-floor family room with hidden bar that will excite and delight! The many, updated Marvin windows provide sweeping views of the mighty Mississippi, while also inviting in the homes private, park like yard and artfully integrated patios. The second floor is sensational. Accessible by two staircases. A primary suite with 2 fireplaces, two primary bathrooms, a spacious sitting or dressing room and Mississippi River views. 3 additional, spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One ensuite and another services the additional 2 bedrooms. All rooms enjoy natural light and optimal views. Additionally, a delightful 3rd floor complete with 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a billiard room, a cedar closet and a spacious (33 x 20) space that can be an ideal, upper level family room or spacious office. The Basement provides storage galore while housing the updated mechanicals. The setting and grounds are simply enchanting! Enjoy a park like, level side yard which is fully fenced and a pet paradise. A backyard, rear patio, also ideal for entertaining. The front yard is spacious and stately…boasting a fire pit, fountain, professional landscaping and more. The final touches are a heated two car garage beneath a wonderful carriage house complete with full bath and kitchen. It will delight! Also, deeded off street parking spaces adjacent to the garage off the alley. This home truly has it all!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Coldwell Banker Realty / Matthew "Matt" Baker
$1,550,000
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Minnetrista Area Single Family Home

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1410 Preserve Boulevard Minnetrista, MN 55359

5 Bed
6 Baths
5488 sqft
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Rare Luxury Retreat at 1410 Preserve Blvd in Minnetrista on 10 sprawling acres of private nature in Deer Creek Preserve. Seeking privacy, unparalleled fit and finish, space, and sophistication with an 48x34 outbuilding equipped w/4 horse stalls? Welcome to your new home that offers elegant living with grand entertaining space both inside and out making it the perfect sanctuary! This exceptional 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom estate is located just minutes from Lake Minnetonka and close to championship golf courses, equestrian trails, and nature preserves. Buyers will love the gourmet chef’s kitchen w/premium high-end appliances, large center island all open to the two-story great room w/floor to ceiling windows, 2 dining spaces w/built in hutch, large walk-in pantry, ML office w/glass French doors, Brazilian walnut hardwoods, 2 gas fireplaces, tiled mudroom w/cubbies off garage. Upper-level features, laundry room, plus FOUR well-appointed bedrooms w/walk in closets. One bedroom(en-suite) w/newly updated bath, two bedrooms share pass through newly updated full bath w/heated floors plus amazing high end primary suite w/spa-style bath, walk in marble shower, soaking tub, in-floor heat and two generous walk-in closets. Lower-level walkout is ideal w/in-floor heating, tons of windows plus full kitchen/bar area for ease to entertain all family and guests off the back patio. Enjoy billiard area/game room, entertainment wall w/built ins, exercise room, plus 5th bedroom(en-suite) for guests. Spacious 3-car heated garage, lush landscaping, koi pond, potting shed, raised garden beds, charming chicken coop and 3 lush pastures w/maintenance free fencing to change out grazing areas for your horses, llamas, or animals of choice. Zoned in top-rated Watertown-Mayer School District w/Mound Westonka school bus that drives right by for convenient open enrollment flexibility. Whether you're seeking a luxury acreage home, an equestrian property, or a secluded West Metro estate, 1410 Preserve Blvd is breathtaking and offers the perfect blend of elegance, functionality, and natural beauty designed for those who value privacy, sophistication, and space, this one-of-a-kind property features equestrian amenities, exquisite architecture, and unparalleled indoor-outdoor living.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHSTAR MLS / Edina Realty, Inc.