2255 French Creek Circle Orono, MN 55391

$1,940,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
6 Beds  |  4 Baths  |  5,555 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 6624401
  • Welcome to 2255 French Creek Circle, in the stunning and secluded neighborhood of French Creek.
    Welcome to 2255 French Creek Circle, in the stunning and secluded neighborhood of French Creek.
  • French country style architecture with a custom Palladian window by Marvin.
    French country style architecture with a custom Palladian window by Marvin.
  • Flocking the house are roses, hydrangeas and boxwoods for a neatly manicured look.
    Flocking the house are roses, hydrangeas and boxwoods for a neatly manicured look.
  • The foyer features white oak inlaid in a herringbone pattern, pretty sconces and a coat closet for ease.
    The foyer features white oak inlaid in a herringbone pattern, pretty sconces and a coat closet for ease.
  • With light spilling from nearly every direction, the foyer opens to the staircase. To the left is the mudroom and primary suite, to the right is the living spaces.
    With light spilling from nearly every direction, the foyer opens to the staircase. To the left is the mudroom and primary suite, to the right is the living spaces.
  • The living room features the dramatic Palladian window, white oak floors, and cathedral ceilings with exposed beams.
    The living room features the dramatic Palladian window, white oak floors, and cathedral ceilings with exposed beams.
  • One of the jewels of this home is this window, enjoyed both inside and out. Though the front of the house, it is private and wooded.
    One of the jewels of this home is this window, enjoyed both inside and out. Though the front of the house, it is private and wooded.
  • The living room opens to the dining room (on the right), and carries the repeated arch through the upstairs and arched openings into the kitchen/family room.
    The living room opens to the dining room (on the right), and carries the repeated arch through the upstairs and arched openings into the kitchen/family room.
  • This area has undergone a complete remodel with smooth ceilings, elevated moldings, arched openings, for architectural interest and good design.
    This area has undergone a complete remodel with smooth ceilings, elevated moldings, arched openings, for architectural interest and good design.
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  • The dining room has a pretty window seat overlooking the front, and plenty of space to seat 8-10 guests.
    The dining room has a pretty window seat overlooking the front, and plenty of space to seat 8-10 guests.
  • Through the arched openings, you enter into the kitchen.
    Through the arched openings, you enter into the kitchen.
  • Just inside, the arched openings correspond to the arch of the window, for a striking design moment.
    Just inside, the arched openings correspond to the arch of the window, for a striking design moment.
  • The kitchen has a French flair featuring a La Cornue range with double ovens, glass cabinetry, and marble countertops.
    The kitchen has a French flair featuring a La Cornue range with double ovens, glass cabinetry, and marble countertops.
  • The sink overlooks the private backyard, and has extra depth of countertop for herbs, florals or produce.
    The sink overlooks the private backyard, and has extra depth of countertop for herbs, florals or produce.
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    The 42" La Cornue range is dual fuel and features double ovens (one convection), and stainless and brass hardware with patina finish.
  • Behind the island is the pull out microwave, neatly stored, two dishwashers and beautiful lighting fixtures.
    Behind the island is the pull out microwave, neatly stored, two dishwashers and beautiful lighting fixtures.
  • The Subzero refrigerator is flanked by two pantries on either side, exceptionally designed to be European and less
    The Subzero refrigerator is flanked by two pantries on either side, exceptionally designed to be European and less "suburban".
  • Off the kitchen there is a bar area with extra glass display shelves for barware, the breakfast area, porch and family room.
    Off the kitchen there is a bar area with extra glass display shelves for barware, the breakfast area, porch and family room.
  • Arched design thoughtfully corresponds with one another. There is a beverage cooler just to the left of the lower cabinet doors.
    Arched design thoughtfully corresponds with one another. There is a beverage cooler just to the left of the lower cabinet doors.
  • The eat in area is well connected to the kitchen, but comfortably seats six, overlooking the wooded grounds.
    The eat in area is well connected to the kitchen, but comfortably seats six, overlooking the wooded grounds.
  • White oak runs throughout the living/entertaining spaces, and here the three season porch is off the informal dining area, which also steps down into the family room.
    White oak runs throughout the living/entertaining spaces, and here the three season porch is off the informal dining area, which also steps down into the family room.
  • The family room has been thoughtfully upgraded with new windows on either side of the fireplace, which was once built ins. The lower cabinets still provide plenty of storage, but the addition of the windows bring the outside in.
    The family room has been thoughtfully upgraded with new windows on either side of the fireplace, which was once built ins. The lower cabinets still provide plenty of storage, but the addition of the windows bring the outside in.
  • The family room has a gas fireplace, and also provides access to the porch, as well as lots of light from the sliding doors.
    The family room has a gas fireplace, and also provides access to the porch, as well as lots of light from the sliding doors.
  • The family room also features vaulted ceilings, and the step down makes it cozy and comfortable.
    The family room also features vaulted ceilings, and the step down makes it cozy and comfortable.
  • The three season porch has access to the deck, and overlooks the pool area and wooded acreage.
    The three season porch has access to the deck, and overlooks the pool area and wooded acreage.
  • The main floor bedroom has corner windows that overlook the backyard, southern facing exposure.
    The main floor bedroom has corner windows that overlook the backyard, southern facing exposure.
  • Just outside the primary bedroom
    Just outside the primary bedroom
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  • The owner's suite consists of dual sinks and private water closet (door on the right), walk-in closet (to the left) and arched marble shower. Beautiful custom cabinetry at vanity, and also in water closet.
    The owner's suite consists of dual sinks and private water closet (door on the right), walk-in closet (to the left) and arched marble shower. Beautiful custom cabinetry at vanity, and also in water closet.
  • The soaking tub is positioned under the large window with extremely private views!
    The soaking tub is positioned under the large window with extremely private views!
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  • The power bathroom is studded with beautiful things: the oversized pedestal sink is a wow factor.
    The power bathroom is studded with beautiful things: the oversized pedestal sink is a wow factor.
  • In the mudroom there is a host of cabinets, concealed and also locker style, tiled floors for ease and practicality.
    In the mudroom there is a host of cabinets, concealed and also locker style, tiled floors for ease and practicality.
  • Just off the mudroom is the laundry room, but with lots of extra cabinets, a sink and window overlooking the backyard -- the perfect butler's pantry or flower room, too!
    Just off the mudroom is the laundry room, but with lots of extra cabinets, a sink and window overlooking the backyard -- the perfect butler's pantry or flower room, too!
  • Upstairs, there are lunette windows that add to the light and airy nature of the space.
    Upstairs, there are lunette windows that add to the light and airy nature of the space.
  • The upstairs bathroom has two vanity areas for convenience and ease, along with additional cabinetry and storage.
    The upstairs bathroom has two vanity areas for convenience and ease, along with additional cabinetry and storage.
  • Inside the full bathroom you again have a separate vanity area from the shower/toilet, and a skylight.
    Inside the full bathroom you again have a separate vanity area from the shower/toilet, and a skylight.
  • Additional skylights pour in light to the upstairs bedrooms -- each bedroom overlooks the backyard and this one has a huge walk-in closet (as well as additional storage behind the small door).
    Additional skylights pour in light to the upstairs bedrooms -- each bedroom overlooks the backyard and this one has a huge walk-in closet (as well as additional storage behind the small door).
  • The other end bedroom upstairs also has a skylight, lunette window, window overlooking the backyard and a walk-in closet (plus additional storage behind the small door).
    The other end bedroom upstairs also has a skylight, lunette window, window overlooking the backyard and a walk-in closet (plus additional storage behind the small door).
  • Third upstairs bedroom has two closets flocking the bed, and overlooks the southern views of the backyard.
    Third upstairs bedroom has two closets flocking the bed, and overlooks the southern views of the backyard.
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  • Gorgeous hydrangeas and arborvitae line the pool and terrace. Tons of lushness all summer long!
    Gorgeous hydrangeas and arborvitae line the pool and terrace. Tons of lushness all summer long!
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  • French Lake is just beyond the house, and this time of year the lake views peek out from the driveway!
    French Lake is just beyond the house, and this time of year the lake views peek out from the driveway!
  • Pretty columns greet you upon entertaining French Creek.
    Pretty columns greet you upon entertaining French Creek.
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  • Pickle ball and tennis courts are available for French Creek residents, as well as a private gazebo with fireplace available to reserve.
    Pickle ball and tennis courts are available for French Creek residents, as well as a private gazebo with fireplace available to reserve.
  • Many plantings have been put in to adorn the pool and deck area.
    Many plantings have been put in to adorn the pool and deck area.
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About The Listing

This remarkable home is an offering of fresh, French aesthetic in a bucolic setting. With timeless details and European elegance the airy floor plan is optimal for many lifestyles and both intimate and large gatherings. A true designer's home - over and above details, exceptional materials, artisan built. Each room is an open space, each defined with great attention to design integrity and master craftsmanship. The crown jewels are the giant custom Palladian window (by Marvin) to be enjoyed inside and out, the La Cornue range with double ovens, framed cathedral ceilings dramatic pedestal powder room sink, and the marble primary bathroom suite. The home is ultimate main level living, with three bedrooms upstairs and two additional in the walk-out lower level, every bedroom facing south overlooking wooded acreage. The coveted French Creek neighborhood is all private roads, and includes two tennis courts (one lined for pickle ball), a gazebo with fireplace to reserve, a peaceful connected lifestyle with a social presence. All the conveniences of lake life without the hassle and expense! Orono schools, seven minutes to Downtown Wayzata. Close to Lafayette, Woodhill, Wayzata Country Clubs and many marinas. If you for privacy, exquisite taste with lake-like living, this house is for you.


Listing courtesy of Emily Von Vett, Lakes Sotheby's International Realty
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Property Details

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Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1988
MLS #: 6624401
Bedrooms: 6
Square Feet: 5,555
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Price Per Square Foot: $349
Bathrooms (Half) : 1
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 1
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Sewer Description: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
Water: Well
Heat Type: Forced Air
Basement: Daylight/Lookout Windows, Drain Tiled, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Tile Shower, Walkout
Construction Description: Brick/Stone, Wood Siding
Roof Description: Age Over 8 Years, Wood
Days On Market (Continuous): 5
Disability Features: None
Latest Update: 03/01/2025
List Date: 02/24/2025
Listing Agent ID: 502034344
Listing Office: Lakes Sotheby's International Realty
Listing Office ID: 40130
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Wine Cooler
Fireplace Features: Amusement Room, Family Room, Gas
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Fence: Full, Split Rail
Lot Dimensions: 387x180x282x224
Lot Size: 1.66 Acres
Pool Description: Below Ground, Heated, Outdoor Pool
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Green Acres, Tree Coverage - Medium
Waterfront: Lake View, Pond
School District: Orono
Tax Year: 2024
HOA: Self Managed - Brian O'Connell
Estimated Taxes: $14,444
HOA Fee: 3700.0
Contingency Type: None
HOA Frequency: Annually
HOA Fee Inclusions: Lawn Care, Shared Amenities, Snow Removal
HOA Requirment: 1
City: Orono
Zip: 55391
County: Hennepin
Subdivision: French Creek
State: MN

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Listing last updated: 03/01/25

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