25690 Groningen Rd Sandstone, MN 55072

Discover this truly unique 55-acre private retreat, located just one mile from I-35 yet completely secluded with no neighbors in sight. This barndominium-style property offers a thoughtfully designed living space paired with exceptional outbuildings and recreation opportunities right out your back door. The newly built residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a bright, open main living area, quartz countertops, vinyl plank flooring, and stainless steel appliances. Heating and cooling are provided by a Fujitsu mini-split and a propane Bosch combi boiler with in-floor heat. The home is served by a compliant septic system and a private well.

Next to the living space is an impressive 4,000-square-foot building, fully insulated with spray foam from the floor to the roof peak, including the garage doors. The floor is an 8-inch-thick concrete slab, and is heated with a propane combi boiler. The shop features steel siding and roofing, a center drain, and excellent year-round usability with potential for more living space. It offers one 14 and two 10 garage doors, each with its own automatic opener and remote, plus one remote for all three doorsperfect for equipment, toys, hobbies, motorhomes, or a small business. The barn includes a stand-alone 8 x 8 cedar sauna for year-round enjoyment, healing, and stretching.

Discover the perfect outdoor retreat with your own private pond a paradise for swimming, fishing, and unwinding on sunny summer days. In winter, it transforms into a magical spot for ice skating and ice fishing, offering year-round enjoyment and unforgettable moments. There is daily wildlife activity! Nature lovers will enjoy visits from animals around the property; it is very common to see deer from the house, as well as many species of birds. Also, the land is an excellent hunting ground, complete with 6 deer stands and 3 trail cameras, and proven deer activity throughout the acreage. Also, turkeys roam the property, and ducks and geese frequently land in the pond. Last season, geese were nesting in the ponds peninsula.
There are 2 additional structures, including a 16 x 12 partially finished outbuilding with two shower stalls and a bathroom, 2 outdoor sinks, septic, and electric. This building can be turned into a guest house or Airbnb, or connected to the barn with a boiler zone for heating the space. If the barn is used as an office or business, it can serve employees or workers.

The other structure is an 18.5 x 34 powered pavilion. Offering a fantastic opportunity to convert it into a second dwelling. Its already hooked up to 200-amp power, with RV hookups readily available. The owner had plans for a 3-bedroom cabin. The structure stage can remain a stage, with potential for weddings, family reunions, corporate functions, and other private or public events.

Flexible purchase options: Buyers may purchase the entire 55-acre package at the listed price or explore a potential split into 15 acres with buildings and 40 acres separate; an easement would be required and recorded for access.

A truly one-of-a-kind property offering privacy, recreation, space, and modern living all in one. The forest has a maze of trails carefully crafted over the last two years. You can walk for miles with the company of native trees and the sound of the wilderness. The current owners used to walk the trails every sunset for their health and vitality. Come visit the property and fall in love with it!

Property Address: 25690 Groningen Road, Sandstone, MN 55072

PROPERTY

Newer built Barndo/Shed and Outbuildings
Private pond stocked with largemouth/smallmouth bass
55 Acres with regular sightings of Deer, Turkeys, Grouse, Small Game & More
In-floor Heat
Sauna
Former music stage with foundation and hookups with intent to convert into a guest house
Shower house with two shower stalls and toilet/sink
6 tree stands and 3 trail cameras
Option to purchase 15 acres and buildings or back 40 acres which would require a easement to be created

DISTANCES

1 mile to I-35
2 miles to Cambridge
10 miles to Hinckley
20 miles to Pine City
25 miles to Moose Lake
30 miles to Mora
45 miles to North Branch
60 miles to Forest Lake
60 miles to Duluth