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23729 Cooley Drive , Brainerd, MN 56401

$1,199,900
BEDS 3
BATHS 3 full
SQUARE FEET 2,520
MLS# 7089205
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Tom Engel - Managing Broker

Tom Engel - Managing Broker
Call: (763) 416-2423

STATUS: Active
PROPERTY TYPE: Residential - Single Family
SCHOOL: Brainerd

Property Description

PRIVATE 40-ACRE NORTHWOODS ESTATE SURROUNDED BY STATE LANDAn extraordinary private estate set on 40 wooded acres in the heart of Minnesota's Northwoods, surrounded by approximately 470 acres of state land. Located just 30 minutes from Brainerd, this rare property offers the privacy, recreation, and natural beauty sought by today's luxury acreage buyer.Completely rebuilt in 2009 by Nor-Son Custom Builders, the main residence blends timeless Northwoods character with refined craftsmanship and warm, inviting design. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a hot tub, infrared sauna, gas fireplace, and wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable year-round retreat designed for relaxation, gathering, and escape.A separate guest house adds exceptional flexibility with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, laundry, a 2-car garage, and private workspace?ideal for hosting guests, extended family, caretaker quarters, or a refined retreat away from the main residence.Designed for those who value privacy, recreation, and space, the property includes extensive garage and storage capacity, raised gardens, fruit trees, greenhouse, outbuildings, a temperature-controlled root cellar/storm shelter, and 40 acres of prime hunting land. Whether envisioned as a private luxury retreat, family compound, hobby farm, collector's property, or Northwoods getaway, this estate offers a lifestyle that is increasingly rare and difficult to duplicate.A truly distinctive property where craftsmanship, seclusion, and the beauty of the Northwoods come together.

23729 Cooley Drive | MLS# 7089205

This single family home located at 23729 Cooley Drive , Brainerd, MN 56401 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,199,900. This property was built in 1987 and has 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 2520 sq. ft. Cooley Drive is located within the Brainerd school district. Search Brainerd real estate on tengel.counselorrealty.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: None
Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split
Fireplaces: 1
Fuel Type: Propane, Wood
Garage: 16 car attached
Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
Lot Size: 40.00 Acres
Roof Type: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $4,120
Year Built: 1987

Feature Descriptions

Additional Structures: Garage(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Greenhouse, Guest House, Root Cellar, Storage Shed
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Bath: Main Floor 3/4 Bath, Upper Level Full Bath
Bathrooms 3/4: 2
Bathrooms Full: 1
Dining: Breakfast Area, Living/Dining Room
Exterior: Log, Stone
Fireplace: Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Foundation Size: 1928
Lot: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Lot Dimensions: 1292x1314x1297x1317
Parcel#: 88090513
Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Tuckunder Garage
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Water: Well

Room Sizes

Three Season Porch: 12x10
Deck: 11x15
Dining Room: 11x12
Bedroom: 13x15
Foyer: 16x8
Guest House: 23x30
Kitchen: 13x12
Laundry: 9x10
Living Room: 13x17
Office: 11x15
Bedroom 2: 14x10
Sitting Room: 7x10
Sauna: 13x16

Local Schools

School District: Brainerd

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Agency Phone: 218-395-9239

Shown By

Agent Name: Tom Engel - Managing Broker
Agent Phone: (763) 416-2423
Agency Title: Counselor Realty

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