$2,275,000
3685 Watertown Road
Orono, MN 55359
MLS# 7042462
6 beds  |  7 baths  |  5740 sqft


10 Acre Estate next to Lake Minnetonka and next to the Luce Line Trail System
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10 Acre Estate next to Lake Minnetonka and next to the Luce Line Trail System Labels to help you better understand the property set up and building sizes View with previous horses Property abuts the luce line trail and Bederwood Park. What a location! Near Lake Minnetonka with expansive sunset views Aerial view View of main house - wonderful entertaining spaces View of guest house - 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and room to expand Apartment with stables below 2 Studd Stables Pole Building Pole Building interior 6 Stalls + 2 studd stables Riding ring Fire Pit Long view up to the house Mature Trees line the property. Panoramic pasture space More pasture views Main House Main House Main House Main House Main House Main House Main House Main House Previously an indoor pool - currently used as an entertainment space - can be converted back to a pool Huge deck with maintenance free decking New fencing lines the property The tree lined pasture creates tremendous privacy Pasture View of Stubbs Bay Aerial view with property centered West facing pature view View along main house Main house exterior Long view next to the main house with hot tub West facing view of fire pit and pasture Lawn view Deck off main house Apartment with Stables Below Apartment with Stables Below Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Apartment over stables Front view of guest house Guest house kitchen Guest house kitchen Guest House Dining with panoramic view of property Main House Aerial Aerial 3685 Watertown Road - Spacecrafting - 0087.jpg 3685 Watertown Road - Spacecrafting - 0086.jpg 3685 Watertown Road - Spacecrafting - 0085.jpg 3685 Watertown Road - Spacecrafting - 0084.jpg

Property Description
Exceptional 10-Acre Estate in Orono — Just 5 Miles from Wayzata and 15 Miles West of Minneapolis A Rare Opportunity for a Family Compound, Investment, or Luxury Retreat Welcome to a one-of-a-kind property that perfectly blends privacy, versatility, and location. This extraordinary 10-acre estate offers unmatched potential—whether envisioned as a private family compound, equestrian haven, car collector’s paradise, or luxury retreat. Ideally situated next to the Stubbs Bay public dock and bordering both Bederwood Park and the Luce Line Trail, it provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Main Residence The 4-bedroom, 4-bath home is designed with comfort, convenience, and entertaining in mind: • Expansive entertainment room for gatherings • Light-filled sunroom with panoramic views of the estate • Maintenance-free deck overlooking rolling pastures • Dual laundry areas for ease of living • Private sauna and hot tub for year-round wellness • Thoughtful updates throughout Guest House A 2-bedroom, 2-bath guest house provides an onsite home for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. Perfect for multi-generational living, a dedicated home office, or a separate retreat, this space enhances both the flexibility and value of the property. Equestrian Amenities For horse lovers, the estate includes everything needed for both daily care and enjoyment: • Two-level stable with six stalls and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment • Lounge and private living quarters for caretaker or guests • Indoor riding arena and multiple paddocks • Six acres of fenced pastures • Expansive storage building for equipment, tools, or recreational gear Lifestyle & Location This estate offers the rare combination of serene country living with immediate access to world-class amenities. Step directly onto the Luce Line Trail system—featuring a designated horse trail—or enjoy the nearby lakes, parks, and outdoor activities. All this, while being just minutes from Wayzata’s shopping, dining, and the vibrant shores of Lake Minnetonka. Schedule Your Private Tour Opportunities like this seldom come to market. Don’t miss the chance to own a legacy estate in the heart of Orono. Contact us today to explore the full potential of this remarkable offering.

Details
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Documents
Contract Information
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
Status: Active
Contingency: None
Current Price: $2,275,000
Original List Price: 2275000
ListPrice: 2275000
List Date: 2026-03-24
Office/Member Info
Association: MAAR
General Property Information
Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Waterfront YN: No
Year Built: 1910
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Lot Dimensions: 1001x512x790x512
Acres: 10
Bath Three Quarters: 2
Bath Half: 2
Bath Quarter: 0
Main Floor Total SqFt: 3100
Above Grd Total SqFt: 4420
Below Grd Total SqFt: 1320
Total SqFt: 5740
Total Finished Sqft: 5668.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Foundation Size: 3100
Style: (SF) Single Family
Garage Stalls: 4
Association Fee: 0
Assessment Pending: Unknown
Bedrooms: 6
Baths Total: 7
Bath Full: 3
Location, Tax and Other Information
AssocFeeYN: No
Legal Description: UNPLATTED 32 118 23 BEG AT THE SE COR OF SW 1/4 TH W ALONG THE S LINE THOF 928.62 FT TH N PAR WITH E LINE OF SW 1/4 TO CTR LINE OF CO RD NO 45 TH SELY ALONG SAID CTR LINE TO THE INTERSECTION WITH A LINE DIST 462.89 FT W FROM E LINE OF SW 1/4 TH S PAR WITH E LINE THOF TO N LINE OF S 16.5 FT THOF TH E PAR WITH S LINE THOF TO E LINE THOF TH S TO BEG EXCEPT ROADS
Listing City: Orono
Map Page: 103
Municipality: Orono
School District: Orono
School District Phone: 952-449-8305
Zip Plus 4: 9354
Property ID Number: 3211823340011
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Amount: 19174
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No
Directions & Remarks
Public Remarks: Exceptional 10-Acre Estate in Orono — Just 5 Miles from Wayzata and 15 Miles West of Minneapolis A Rare Opportunity for a Family Compound, Investment, or Luxury Retreat Welcome to a one-of-a-kind property that perfectly blends privacy, versatility, and location. This extraordinary 10-acre estate offers unmatched potential—whether envisioned as a private family compound, equestrian haven, car collector’s paradise, or luxury retreat. Ideally situated next to the Stubbs Bay public dock and bordering both Bederwood Park and the Luce Line Trail, it provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Main Residence The 4-bedroom, 4-bath home is designed with comfort, convenience, and entertaining in mind: • Expansive entertainment room for gatherings • Light-filled sunroom with panoramic views of the estate • Maintenance-free deck overlooking rolling pastures • Dual laundry areas for ease of living • Private sauna and hot tub for year-round wellness • Thoughtful updates throughout Guest House A 2-bedroom, 2-bath guest house provides an onsite home for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. Perfect for multi-generational living, a dedicated home office, or a separate retreat, this space enhances both the flexibility and value of the property. Equestrian Amenities For horse lovers, the estate includes everything needed for both daily care and enjoyment: • Two-level stable with six stalls and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment • Lounge and private living quarters for caretaker or guests • Indoor riding arena and multiple paddocks • Six acres of fenced pastures • Expansive storage building for equipment, tools, or recreational gear Lifestyle & Location This estate offers the rare combination of serene country living with immediate access to world-class amenities. Step directly onto the Luce Line Trail system—featuring a designated horse trail—or enjoy the nearby lakes, parks, and outdoor activities. All this, while being just minutes from Wayzata’s shopping, dining, and the vibrant shores of Lake Minnetonka. Schedule Your Private Tour Opportunities like this seldom come to market. Don’t miss the chance to own a legacy estate in the heart of Orono. Contact us today to explore the full potential of this remarkable offering.
Directions: Watertown Rd to Property
Accessible
None: 1
Acreage Information
Pasture Acres: 7
Tillable Acres: 7
Agricultural Water
Well: 1
Air Conditioning
Central Air: 1
Assessments
Assessment Balance: 0
Tax With Assessments: 19174
Basement
Foundation Dimensions: irr
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 4420
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 1248
Construction Status
Previously Owned: 1
Crop Type
Hay/Alfalfa: 1
Exterior
Brick/Stone: 1
Other: 1
Farm Type
Horse: 1
Fencing
Split Rail: 1
Wood: 1
Fireplace Characteristics
Gas Burning: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Foundation
Other: 1
Fuel
Natural Gas: 1
Heating
Boiler: 1
Insurance Fee
Insurance Fee: 0
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: Yes
Outbuildings
Additional Garage: 1
Barn(s): 1
Bunk House: 1
Guest House: 1
Indoor Arena: 1
Outdoor Arena: 1
Pole Building: 1
Stables: 1
Other: 1
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 40x25
Garage Door Height: 7
Garage Square Feet: 960
Multiple Garages: 1
Patio, Porch and Deck Features
Deck: 1
Rear Porch: 1
Property Subtype
Acreage: 1
Public Survey Info
Range#: 23
Section#: 32
Township#: 118
Road Frontage
Paved Streets: 1
Road Responsibility
Public Maintained Road: 1
Roof
Age 8 Years or Less: 1
Second Unit
Existing In-Law w/Bath: 1
Existing In-Law w/Kitchen: 1
Sellers Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Sewer
Septic System Compliant - Yes: 1
Stories
Two: 1
Water
Well: 1
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 3685
Street Name: Watertown
Street Suffix: Road
Postal City: Orono
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55359
Property Features
Accessible: None
Agricultural Water: Well
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Crop Type: Hay/Alfalfa
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Other
Farm Type: Horse
Fencing: Split Rail; Wood
Fireplace Characteristics: Gas Burning; Wood Burning
Foundation: Other
Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating: Boiler
Outbuildings: Additional Garage; Barn(s); Bunk House; Guest House; Indoor Arena; Outdoor Arena; Pole Building; Stables; Other
Parking Characteristics: Multiple Garages
Property Subtype: Acreage
Road Frontage: Paved Streets
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Second Unit: Existing In-Law w/Bath; Existing In-Law w/Kitchen
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Stories: Two
Water: Well
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Amusement Room47x23Main
Dining Room15x12Main
Family Room23x12Main
Fifth (5th) Bedroom12x12Main
First (1st) Bedroom15x13.5Upper
Fourth (4th) Bedroom13x12.5Main
Living Room19.5x15Main
Porch38x13Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom20x11.5Upper
Sixth (6th) Bedroom12x12Main
Third (3rd) Bedroom14x10.5Upper

IDX
Listing Office: Compass

Last Updated: June - 26 - 2026

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