8955 Acacia Avenue NE, Monticello, MN 55362

Property Description

Nestled on just over 10 pristine acres in this peaceful country setting, this extraordinary 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom custom-built home combines timeless craftsmanship, modern comfort, and extraordinary versatility! Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained, this home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury tranquil living. A private driveway welcomes you to the beautifully landscaped property, where a waterfall at the front porch sets the tone for the detail, quality, and comfort found throughout! The grand front entry with soaring ceilings leads to a spacious, sunken living room with 20-foot ceilings, a stone-surround gas fireplace, and power screens overlooking a serene pond view, which can also be enjoyed from the screened three-season porch. Adjacent to the living room, the gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream – featuring granite countertops, a large center island with second sink, walk-in pantry, cabinet lighting, and premium appliances including a Bosch dishwasher (2022), LG refrigerator, and updated Whirlpool cooktop (2023). The mudroom offers both convenience and functionality with custom cabinetry, a mop sink, and a pet washing station. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a double-door entry, heated floors in the spa-like bathroom, dual sinks, walk-in tile shower, whirlpool tub, additional vanity, and direct access to the upper-level laundry through a generous walk-in closet! Two additional bedrooms – including a bonus room with infrared sauna and large closet – complete the upper level. The finished lower level extends the home's impressive amenities with a home theater (screen, projector, and sound system included), stone-accented gas fireplace, wet bar with granite countertops, and additional bedroom and storage spaces. One of the property’s standout features is the two-story, 3,100+ sq. ft. heated outbuilding, business or hobby-ready! Built in 2014 and currently zoned commercial, this structure is ideally suited for a home-based business, or studio. With in-floor heating, A/C, and its own furnace, this fully insulated structure includes multiple private offices and a conference room, full kitchenette and break room, large ADA-compliant bathroom, workshop with utility sink, central vacuum system, single-stall garage, floor trusses for easy open-concept conversion, and separate HVAC zones for shop, garage, and interior offices. The professionally designed patio and outdoor kitchen is your own outdoor oasis and ideal for entertaining! Relax by the stone firepit or under the pavilion, admire the private spring-fed pond, and enjoy the full outdoor experience including a built-in grilling station with granite countertops, power awning and screens, mature landscaping with 11-zone irrigation, and two large, fully fenced areas. Additional features include a heated 6-car garage with Clopay® Canyon Ridge® insulated doors (2019), LP® Smart Side® siding and upgraded Therma-Tru Classic Craft® front entry (2019), whole-home air purification system (2021), Kinetico water softener/iron filtration system (2022), high-efficiency furnace and A/C (2022), water heater (2022), home wired for a sound system and central vacuum, lower-level bar and bath with granite and marble finishes, and stone and maple/birch wood details throughout. Located in the desirable Monticello School District and just minutes from Bertram Chain of Lakes and Lake Maria State Park, the property offers easy access to recreational trails, serene nature, and year-round activities! Enjoy small-town charm with the convenience of a central location just minutes from schools, shopping, restaurants, and parks, and less than an hour drive to the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Whether you're seeking a refined forever home, a convenient setup for a business, or multi-generational flexibility, this Monticello masterpiece delivers an unmatched blend of space, serenity, and sophistication!