1. Minnesota
2. Orono
3. 1545 Minnie Avenue

1545 Minnie Avenue, Orono, MN 55364

• 7 beds |
• 6 baths |
• 5,867 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to your year-round lake life dream, just one block away from the sandy beach swim area of Lake Minnetonka's. This exquisitely designed new construction home at 1545 Minnie Avenue is where thoughtful craftsmanship, designer finishes, and the ultimate lake lifestyle converge. Set on an oversized lot (3 lots combined into 1) surrounded by mature trees and a privacy fence, this home offers a sense of seclusion and grandeur. Two oversized double garages provide rare, abundant storage for lake toys, vehicles, and recreational gear—ideal for paddleboards, jet skis, bikes, and beach essentials. Whether you're entertaining after a lake day or hosting out-of-town guests, there's room for everyone—and everything. Inside, the luxury continues across three levels of living. The main level welcomes you with a chef-inspired kitchen, a generous scullery with high-end appliances, formal dining room, and a cozy den that can easily flex as an additional 7th bedroom. The showstopping Hearth Room sits just off the kitchen and is truly the heart of the home—anchored by a two-story flat ceiling that brings volume, light, and architectural grace into everyday living. It’s a space made for gathering, unwinding, and soaking in the ambiance of home. A screened-in porch with a gas fireplace, connected to the Hearth Room, is a perfect place for your morning coffee or evening cocktails all year round. Underneath the porch is an additional 14x15x10 storage area, perfect for your lake toys, equipment, and accessories. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms each feature their own private ensuite and walk-in closet, offering the ultimate privacy and comfort. The crown jewel? The primary suite with a private lounge has a fireplace, a rooftop deck that captures the breeze from the nearby lake. In the spa bath there is a soaking tub with windows on 3 sides, heated floors, custom shower designed for serene escape, and direct access a walk-in closet with a center island. At the top of the stairs is a loft/lounge, perfect for a desk or sitting area for the kids. Enjoy the spacious laundry room with a linen and ample counter space. The walkout lower level has 10-foot ceilings, and is perfect for entertaining with a large family room, exercise space, ¾ bath, guest suite, a humidity-controlled wine room, and a fully equipped bar—all leading out to a stamped concrete patio and the lush backyard beyond. Oversized Pella windows throughout the home bring in and abundance of natural light, while being perfectly located to allow privacy from the surrounding trees. Thoughtful polished, contemporary, and sophisticated designer details elevate each space. Every inch of this home has been created with a family lifestyle in mind. Minutes to local marinas, restaurants, boutique shopping, and parks, and located in the Westonka School District. Whether boating, dining at nearby Lord Fletcher’s, paddleboarding at sunrise, or ice skating in winter, this home is your gateway to luxury, year-round Minnetonka living.

Listing Status:

Active

Listing Office:

Engel & Volkers Lake Minnetonka : 612-338-3836

MLS ID:

6749817

Interior

• Rooms: Hearth RoomKitchenDining RoomScreened PorchMud RoomBedroom 1Bedroom 2LaundryBedroom 3Bedroom 4Sitting RoomDeckWalk In ClosetGame RoomFamily RoomBedroom 5Guest RoomWine CellarBar/Wet Bar Room
• Master Bath: 3/4 BasementDouble SinkBathroom EnsuiteFull PrimaryMain Floor 1/2 BathSeparate Tub & ShowerUpper Level 3/4 BathUpper Level Full BathWalk-In Shower Stall
• Appliances: Air-To-Air ExchangerChandelierDishwasherDisposalDouble OvenDryerENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesExhaust FanFreezerHumidifierGas Water HeaterIron FilterMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorStainless Steel AppliancesWall OvenWasherWine Cooler
• Dining: Breakfast BarKitchen/Dining RoomLiving/Dining RoomSeparate/Formal Dining Room
• Basement: Daylight/Lookout WindowsDrain TiledDrainage SystemFinishedFullConcreteStorage SpaceSump PumpTile ShowerWalkout
• A/C: Central AirZoned
• Heating: Forced AirFireplace(s)HumidifierRadiant FloorZoned
• Fireplace: Amusement RoomCirculatingElectricFamily RoomGasInsertPrimary BedroomFireplaceFireplaces: 4

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This listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Lake Minnetonka