$950,000
OPEN HOUSE 8/16 COMING SOON

280 Big Island Orono, MN 55331

Orono Area

Estimated payment $5,680/month

Total Views 181
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,178 Sq Ft
0.39 Acre Lot

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Minnewashta Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Dining Room

About This Home

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a cabin on renowned Big Island, in the middle of Lake Minnetonka. Rarely does a property on this private island become available, making this a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy an unmatched waterfront lifestyle. Rich with rustic charm, the one-bedroom, one-bathroom cabin is the perfect retreat to unplug, unwind, and embrace lake living at its finest. Warm wood interiors and timeless character create a cozy atmosphere that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from the mainland. Step outside to your private dock and spend your days boating, fishing, swimming, or simply soaking in breathtaking views of Lake Minnetonka. The property also includes a separate guest house, providing additional space for family and friends to experience this remarkable island escape. Whether you're looking for a peaceful summer getaway, a legacy property to pass down for generations, or an exclusive lakeside retreat unlike any other, this is a truly exceptional offering. Opportunities to own on Big Island are incredibly rare—don't miss your chance to become part of its rich history and timeless appeal.

Listing Agent

Mike Juliff

Jason Mitchell Group Brokerage Phone: 6126553309

Jason Mitchell Group

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, August 16, 2026
    3:00 to 5:00 pm
    8/16/2026 3:00:00 PM +00:00
    8/16/2026 5:00:00 PM +00:00
    Meet at Excelsior City Docks (2 Water St, Excelsior) for transportation by boat to the home. A water taxi will shuttle guests from the docks to the home starting at 3pm. A preapproval letter or proof of funds is required.
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,652

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 110x189
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Many Trees
  • Zoning described as Shoreline

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Combination Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,178 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2311723320023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,652

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0.39 Acres

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family
  • Cooling System: Window Unit(s)
  • Outside Features: Log Siding
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Water Source: Well
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1178
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Attribution Contact: 6126553309
  • NST_SingleFamilySubType: Cabin
  • Special Features: ComingSoon
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Walkout
  • Fireplace Features: Pellet
  • Living Area: 1178
  • Fireplace: No
  • Basement YN: Yes

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Wood
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Stone
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Storage Shed
  • PatioPorchType: Covered
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Other

Utilities

  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
  • LaundryFeatures: None
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Fuel: Electric, Pellet

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s), Dock, Natural Woodwork, Porch, Skylight

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Orono
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 9524498305

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 110x189
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Shoreline
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Log

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2311723320023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7652.38
  • TaxWithAssessments: 7652.38

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake Front

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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 7115935

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Minnesota Hennepin County Orono 55331

280 Big Island, Orono, MN

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