1116 Sand Lake Drive NW Backus, MN 56435

$1,600,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
4 Beds  |  6 Baths  |  6,013 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 6707027
  • Welcome to Lower Sand Lake!
    Welcome to Lower Sand Lake!
  • 1116 Sand Lake Drive NW, Backus, MN 56435 Listing Photo  2
  • Lower Sand lake offers great fishing and hard bottom shoreline for swimming.
    Lower Sand lake offers great fishing and hard bottom shoreline for swimming.
  • Welcome to your dream kitchen!
    Welcome to your dream kitchen!
  • Enjoy the large front covered porch.
    Enjoy the large front covered porch.
  • Lovely front porch for that morning cup of coffee.
    Lovely front porch for that morning cup of coffee.
  • Custom pillars and stone accent this lovely porch.
    Custom pillars and stone accent this lovely porch.
  • Gorgeous front doors lead you into this stunning home.
    Gorgeous front doors lead you into this stunning home.
  • It's the little custom touches throughout this property that add to its beauty.
    It's the little custom touches throughout this property that add to its beauty.
  • A newly tarred driveway leads you to this spectacular property.
    A newly tarred driveway leads you to this spectacular property.
  • This home has custom woodwork inside and out.
    This home has custom woodwork inside and out.
  • The acreage is a beautiful mixture of pines and hardwoods.
    The acreage is a beautiful mixture of pines and hardwoods.
  • Two car detached garage and shed provide for more storage.
    Two car detached garage and shed provide for more storage.
  • Inside of attached garage.
    Inside of attached garage.
  • Large deck spans across this home allowing for large family gatherings.
    Large deck spans across this home allowing for large family gatherings.
  • Additional views of lakeside.
    Additional views of lakeside.
  • Additional views of lakeside.
    Additional views of lakeside.
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  • Views from lakeside deck.
    Views from lakeside deck.
  • Additional views of lakeside deck.
    Additional views of lakeside deck.
  • Gradual elevation to the waters edge.
    Gradual elevation to the waters edge.
  • Enjoy the quite of Lower Sand lake.
    Enjoy the quite of Lower Sand lake.
  • Views Views Views!
    Views Views Views!
  • Additional lake views.
    Additional lake views.
  • Hard rock/sand shoreline.
    Hard rock/sand shoreline.
  • Enjoy the gradual elevation.
    Enjoy the gradual elevation.
  • This is a chef's dream kitchen!
    This is a chef's dream kitchen!
  • Granite counter tops.
    Granite counter tops.
  • Huge granite eating area.
    Huge granite eating area.
  • Custom granite island.
    Custom granite island.
  • Huge double refrigerator.
    Huge double refrigerator.
  • This kitchen has everything you need to entertain a large group.
    This kitchen has everything you need to entertain a large group.
  • Enter your grand dining area with expansive windows in all directions.
    Enter your grand dining area with expansive windows in all directions.
  • Butler pantry off the kitchen.
    Butler pantry off the kitchen.
  • Custom backsplash.
    Custom backsplash.
  • Custom wood inlayed flooring.
    Custom wood inlayed flooring.
  • Beautiful glass cabinetry to display your glassware.
    Beautiful glass cabinetry to display your glassware.
  • Enjoy views of the lake while cooking in this wonderful kitchen.
    Enjoy views of the lake while cooking in this wonderful kitchen.
  • Large entryway leads you into this beautiful home.
    Large entryway leads you into this beautiful home.
  • Large entryway.
    Large entryway.
  • Quaint sitting area for reading.
    Quaint sitting area for reading.
  • Quaint sitting area for reading.
    Quaint sitting area for reading.
  • Open floor plan for entertaining.
    Open floor plan for entertaining.
  • Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace as you look over the lake.
    Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace as you look over the lake.
  • Beautiful stone fireplace.
    Beautiful stone fireplace.
  • Cathedral ceiling with huge windows lend to spectacular views of the lake.
    Cathedral ceiling with huge windows lend to spectacular views of the lake.
  • Open and airy floor plan allows for the entire family to gather.
    Open and airy floor plan allows for the entire family to gather.
  • Loft area with two separate sleeping areas and a bathroom for extra guests.
    Loft area with two separate sleeping areas and a bathroom for extra guests.
  • Use this area for sleeping or whatever you need.
    Use this area for sleeping or whatever you need.
  • Additional sleeping space in loft.
    Additional sleeping space in loft.
  • Bathroom in loft.
    Bathroom in loft.
  • Main floor bedroom with ensuite.
    Main floor bedroom with ensuite.
  • Main floor bathroom.
    Main floor bathroom.
  • Primary suite with beautiful custom windows overlooking the lake.
    Primary suite with beautiful custom windows overlooking the lake.
  • Primary suite.
    Primary suite.
  • Additional views of primary suite.
    Additional views of primary suite.
  • Additional views of primary suite.
    Additional views of primary suite.
  • Hallway in primary suite that leads you to two bathrooms and two walk in closets.
    Hallway in primary suite that leads you to two bathrooms and two walk in closets.
  • Primary suite bathroom.
    Primary suite bathroom.
  • Primary suite bathroom.
    Primary suite bathroom.
  • Main floor laundry room.
    Main floor laundry room.
  • Lower level bedroom.
    Lower level bedroom.
  • Lower level bedroom.
    Lower level bedroom.
  • Additional views of lower level sleeping space.
    Additional views of lower level sleeping space.
  • Lower level bathroom.
    Lower level bathroom.
  • Lower level office.
    Lower level office.
  • Large lower level family room.
    Large lower level family room.
  • Additional views of lower level family room.
    Additional views of lower level family room.
  • Use as dog wash station or fish cleaning room.
    Use as dog wash station or fish cleaning room.
  • Lower level wood shop.
    Lower level wood shop.
  • Lower level wood shop office area.
    Lower level wood shop office area.
  • Lower level safe room.
    Lower level safe room.
  • Huge specialized room for wood working and crafting.
    Huge specialized room for wood working and crafting.
  • Lower level utility storage room.
    Lower level utility storage room.
  • Huge lakeside yard for games and gatherings.
    Huge lakeside yard for games and gatherings.
  • Meander down the tarred road to this beautiful property.
    Meander down the tarred road to this beautiful property.
  • Views of custom waterfall.
    Views of custom waterfall.
  • Fenced garden area.
    Fenced garden area.

About The Listing

Prepare to be amazed by this stunning estate nestled on 15.64 acres of pristine land with an incredible 816’ of shoreline on peaceful Sand Lake. The home’s stone steps lead to a spacious covered porch with a wood ceiling, stone pillars, and lush flowers inviting you inside, where every detail is crafted for luxury, comfort, and endless possibilities. Double glass doors with working colonial shutters open to a spacious foyer that flows into a cozy sitting area featuring a built-in, illuminated bookcase and a TV area perfect for quiet reading or entertainment. At the heart of the home is the great room, with a floor-to-ceiling stone, wood-burning fireplace, complete with a heat-blower. Expansive windows showcase panoramic views of the lake, bringing the beauty of nature indoors. The main level features a guest bedroom with an en suite that doubles as a powder room, while the owner’s suite is a sanctuary of its own. It has large artistic windows that mirror the great room’s design, offering golden pools of light. This suite includes his and her bathrooms, one featuring a cleansing bidet. For the culinary enthusiast, the kitchen is a dream come true. It has a massive Australian granite center prep island with a sink and two smaller dishwashers for lighter loads. The beautiful wood cupboards with their glass inserts provide more than enough storage while also showcasing your finer wares. The double oven with an additional bread-warming drawer, massive side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, and wine fridge are perfect for hosting large get-togethers. With the additional sizable granite peninsula; this space is designed for functionality and beauty. The adjacent butler’s pantry includes a large dishwasher and a no-touch sink, as well as even more shelving and cupboards for storage. Conveniently, this pantry leads to the garage, which has a heated floor and a no-step wheelchair-accessible entry. Large windows and a door from the kitchen lead to a sprawling lakeside deck, where you can relax to the sounds of nature and a waterfall fed by the lake. This deck is perfect for tranquil outdoor dining. The circular dining room offers panoramic views of the meticulously landscaped yard, lake, and waterfall, making every meal a special occasion. Upstairs, the loft presents two sleeping areas, a walk-through closet, and a bathroom with a shower. Skylights and windows brighten this area, and its open design overlooks the great room, providing stunning views of both the interior and the lake beyond. The lower level of this home includes two additional bedrooms with their own full bathroom and walk-in closets. The large family room also has views of the lake. There’s also a great space dedicated to a home office. The home is designed with zoned heating and cooling, a storm cellar with steel walls built into the rock, and a utility room with ample storage and a freezer. There’s even space to create your wine cellar. The current owner used a temperature—and humidity-controlled room to craft violins, which could easily be repurposed to preserve precious items such as photos or cigars. The lower level also features a large workshop with professional-grade woodworking equipment and ventilation, complete with a garage door for easy access to your materials. This space has running water, a sink, and in-floor heating, perfect for hobbyists. Another office with a bathroom provides the opportunity to run an entire business from home. A dog care room with a wash station makes this home perfect for pet lovers. The room's direct walk-out to the lake also makes it an excellent space for cleaning fish. Outside, you’ll find a flat yard leading directly to the hard-bottom lakeshore, perfect for swimming and enjoying the water. This lakeside estate is a rare gem, offering unmatched luxury, privacy, and an immersive connection to the natural beauty that surrounds it.


Listing courtesy of Melanie E Mix, Heartland Real Estate
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Property Details

Features

 
 
 
Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1991
MLS #: 6707027
Bedrooms: 4
Square Feet: 6,013
Bathrooms (Full): 3
Price Per Square Foot: $266
Bathrooms (Half) : 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 3
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Detached, Asphalt
Sewer Description: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
Water: Submersible - 4 Inch, Drilled, Private, Well
Heat Type: Boiler, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Basement: Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Walkout
Construction Description: Wood Siding
Roof Description: Asphalt
Disability Features: No Stairs External
Latest Update: 05/01/2025
List Date: 05/01/2025
Listing Agent ID: 500500664
Listing Office: Heartland Real Estate
Listing Office ID: 49197
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Lot Dimensions: 816x224x773x358x115x111x134x254x895
Lot Size: 15.64 Acres
Lot Features: Many Trees
View Description: Lake
Waterfront: Lake Front
School District: Pine River-Backus
Tax Year: 2025
Estimated Taxes: $6,166
Contingency Type: None
City: Backus
Zip: 56435
County: Cass
Subdivision: Trednuk Sand Lake Add
State: MN
Listing last updated: 05/01/25

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