23676 S Melissa Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
- $1,500,000
- 3
- BD
- 2
- BA
- 1,592
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $1,500,000
- List Price
- $1,350,000
- Days on Market
- 59
- Closing Date
- Jul 22, 2026
- MLS#
- 7080016
- Status
- CLOSED
- Type
- Single Family Residential
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 1,592
- Acres
- 0.76
- Subdivision
- Andersons Rearrange Lake Beach
- Year Built
- 1967
Property Description
Welcome home to your dream lake cottage on the sandy shores of Lake Melissa. This stunning, fully updated property boasts 155 feet of pristine, level lake frontage and offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and timeless lake-life charm. Designed for effortless main-floor living, the property includes a charming main cottage, boathouse, bunkhouse, sauna, and playground — everything you need to create unforgettable memories at the lake. Start your mornings with breathtaking sunrises over the water and unwind each evening around the bonfire as the sun sets in peaceful serenity. Inside the main cottage, you’ll find vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, a beautiful wood-burning stone fireplace, and panoramic lake views throughout. The spacious 38’ x 14’ screened porch with skylights creates the perfect indoor-outdoor entertaining space, while the sunroom offers a cozy retreat year-round. The beautifully updated kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring: Expansive Wolf gas cooktop and range Stainless steel appliances Farmhouse sink overlooking the lake Tile backsplash and open shelving Massive eat-up island ideal for gathering and entertaining Additional highlights include: 2 bedrooms Updated full bath with double sinks and leathered granite countertops Main-floor laundry Solid wood doors Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout Central air conditioning Forced-air heat In-floor heat in the garage Tankless water heater Panoramic windows with incredible lake views The private bunkhouse provides an ideal guest retreat complete with its own half bath. Near the shoreline, the 16’ x 30’ boathouse offers two garage doors, a service door, and convenient lakeside storage adjacent to the included dock. Relax in the sauna, watch the kids enjoy the playground, and soak in the unmatched beauty of lakeside living. The striking black cedar exterior is accented with copper soffits and fascia, along with warm wood details that elevate the home’s curb appeal. Entertaining is easy with the expansive half-moon driveway, offering ample parking for guests. As an added bonus, the buyer will have the first option to purchase the adjoining 2.67-acre back lot. Opportunities like this rarely come available! Schedule your private tour today and start making unforgettable lake memories before this exceptional property is sold!
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Additional Information
- School District
- Detroit Lakes
- Amenities Unit
- Dock, Kitchen Center Island, Kitchen Window, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Porch, Panoramic View, Sauna, Sun Room
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Other, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Waterfront Features
- Dock, Lake Front, Lake View
- Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Lot Description
- Accessible Shoreline, Cleared, Tree Coverage - Medium
- Water Body Name
- Melissa
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Heating
- Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
- Water
- Private, Well
- Out Buildings
- Bunk House, Boat House, Sauna
- Basement
- Block, Crawl Space
- Parking
- Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest Parking, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Storage
- Garage Spaces
- 1
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