Olmsted County
Perfect Homestead Just 15 Minutes From Rochester
11679 85th St NW, Lot#WP001 Pine Island, MN 55963
Description
Ultimate Homestead Retreat – Just 15 Minutes from Rochester!
If you've been dreaming of homesteading, this is the property for you! Nestled on 8 beautifully maintained acres, this 5-bedroom, 5-bath home offers over 4,300 sq. ft. of living space with spectacular prairie views. Built in 2003, this home has been thoughtfully updated and boasts a wealth of features for sustainable living. The entire property has been maintained as chemically free since the current owners purchased the property.
Additional adjoining 27 acres available with additional buildable site.
Home Updates & Features:
• Recent Upgrades (Last 6 Years): Furnace, LP hot water heater (with additional electric backup), air conditioner, washer/dryer, oven/range, refrigerator, dishwasher, water softener and iron filter, garage doors and openers, patio doors, and septic pump.
• Comfort & Efficiency: In-floor heat in the basement, backup wood stove, reverse osmosis system in the kitchen, infrared heater in the garage.
• Energy Independence: 12 kW ground-mounted solar array with battery backup, Sol-Ark inverter, and whole-house Generac generator.
• Outdoor Living: Large Trex deck, rear patio with fire pit, sauna in garage.
Outbuildings & Infrastructure:
• 76' x 68' Barn with power and water and horse stalls
• Fenced & Secure: The entire 8-acre parcel is enclosed with a chain-link perimeter fence, and the electric gate is powered by a solar panel.
• Gardening & Orchards: Separate fenced garden with deep mulch in-ground plots and 17 raised beds. Established orchards and food forests featuring apple, pear, cherry, mulberry, paw-paw, peach, apricot, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, asparagus, ramps, and other Zone 4-hardy perennials. The garden has power running to it.
• Water: The garden and 3 major orchards have water hydrants running to them.
• Livestock Ready: Multiple rotational pastures, two automated Ritchie water fountains, chicken coop with power, and two 1,000-gallon LP tanks.
• Playground
• Bonus: Many tapable maple trees for syrup production!
• Chemical free: Seller has maintained the entire property chemically free since ownership.
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully equipped homestead just minutes from Rochester. Whether you're looking to raise livestock, grow your own food, or simply enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle, this property has it all.
📍 Call Bob to schedule your showing today!
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- 2003 Built 5 bedroom 5 bath home 4,300+/- square feet
- Perfect for anyone looking to homestead
- Many updates to home in the last 6 years
- 76x68 shed including lean too- multipurpose use- with power and water
- Gated entrance and fully fenced yard with multiple rotational pastures
- 12kW ground mount Solar array w/battery backup & sol-ark inverter in integrated system w/ whole house Generac generator
- Multiple orchards w/apple, pear, cherry, mulberry, paw-paw, peach, apricot, blackberry, raspberry, strawberry, and more
- Fenced in garden with mulch in ground as well as 17 raised beds with power and water hydrant
- Chicken coup with power
- Large Trex rear deck with great views
- Perfect hobby farm setup
- 15 minutes to Rochester
- Additional 27.05 acres for sale with 2 ponds and additional building site
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