5 Minnesota Luxury Homes from Wayzata Schools to Otter Tail Lake Living

On a residential lane in Plymouth, this beautifully executed former model home pairs sun-drenched openness with thoughtfully defined spaces. The main level is light and inviting, anchored by a great room and a gourmet kitchen with a walk-in pantry, plus a main-floor office for quiet focus. Upstairs, the private Owner’s suite offers a luxury bath, while Jack and Jill baths serve bedrooms 2 and 3, and bedroom 4 enjoys its own private ensuite. Full daylight windows brighten the lower level, where a wet bar sets the tone for relaxed evenings. Wellness and play are built in with an exercise room, a home gym with basketball court, and a 5th bedroom alongside an adjacent 3/4 tile bath. Even the garage is tailored for enthusiasts, finished with epoxy floors, storage cabinets, and built-in shelving—ready for everyday life to unfold with ease.

Set on a beautiful 10-acre corner lot along paved roads, this estate offers the quiet of the countryside with everyday convenience—less than two minutes to downtown Stewartville and about 20 minutes to downtown Rochester and the Mayo Clinic. Wide-open country views, mature landscaping, multiple patios and porches, and a pergola porch create an easy rhythm for outdoor living. Inside, 1.5 stories unfold with five bedrooms plus a home office that could serve as a sixth, five bathrooms, a formal dining room, two separate living rooms, and a full sunroom for unhurried mornings. The kitchen is designed for real hosting, featuring two islands, a custom copper sink, and double ovens. Two fireplaces bring warmth through the seasons. A primary suite set on its own level adds a private bedroom, spa-like bath, generous closets, and dedicated laundry—an everyday retreat.

Originally built in 1889, this Queen Anne Victorian in Lanesboro offers a lodging experience shaped by a bygone era of hospitality. Grand original woodwork and stained glass windows set a richly detailed backdrop, while the dining room features an extremely rare stamped leatherette paneling—an unexpected, tactile note that underscores the home’s craftsmanship. Throughout, the interiors are decorated in Victorian style with period antiques alongside Victorian reproduction pieces, complemented by fine linens and lace that carry the theme into everyday comfort. Outside, Victorian flower gardens frame quieter moments and an unhurried pace. Recognized as one of the oldest and most established operating B&Bs in Lanesboro and Minnesota, the property has been restored to its original grandeur over the years, with ongoing renovations that honor its history while keeping the experience current.

From its hilltop setting in Rochester, this fully remodeled residence has been reimagined down to the studs, expanded with a 725-square-foot addition, and refined with thoughtful layout improvements inside and out. The grand room centers on a fireplace and a custom banister, flowing naturally into a custom-cabinet kitchen finished with quartz countertops and a dedicated baker’s corner. A folding patio door extends daily living to a brand-new private patio, complemented by a fully upgraded yard with flexibility to shape your own outdoor space. Three bedrooms sit on the main level, including a primary suite with a walk-in shower and soaking tub. Downstairs, the basement adds another inviting area to unwind, along with ample storage, while laundry room options upstairs and down bring everyday ease. Set on a 1-acre lot, it offers seclusion with minutes connections to city trails, parks, and shopping.

Along the eastern shores of Otter Tail Lake in Ottertail, this beautifully renovated residence captures the easy rhythm of up-north lake living with a clean, modern sensibility. Completely updated in 2017, the home is organized around an inviting kitchen designed for both cooking and conversation, featuring a large island and a custom dining table ingeniously crafted from a boat base. Lake views carry through to the living room, where a nautical theme and a cozy stone fireplace set a warm, welcoming tone for everyday evenings and long weekends alike. The main level includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, anchored by a primary bedroom with lake views and a 3/4 bath. Throughout, the layout feels thoughtful and personal—made for gathering, unwinding, and watching the light change over the water.