27861 Hidden Cove Road, Cold Spring, MN 56320

Overview

Description

Tucked away on a low traffic dead-end street along the crystal-clear waters of Big Fish Lake, this rare .49-acre property offers the kind of lakeside retreat where lifelong memories are made. With 145 feet of prime shoreline, breathtaking sunsets, and exceptional water clarity reaching up to 15 feet, every day here feels like a getaway. Beautifully landscaped with mature trees and a level lot, the property has been thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and recreation. A large lakeside deck invites peaceful evenings overlooking the water, while wood railings, lighted stairways, retaining walls, and an expansive patio surrounding the boathouse create an inviting setting for entertaining family and friends. Built in 2007, the impressive 19x24 boathouse garage sits on a poured concrete foundation and is fully equipped for lake life enjoyment. Complete with interior and exterior lighting, garage door opener, side service door, and electric service for a refrigerator, microwave, pizza ov ... (Read more) Tucked away on a low traffic dead-end street along the crystal-clear waters of Big Fish Lake, this rare .49-acre property offers the kind of lakeside retreat where lifelong memories are made. With 145 feet of prime shoreline, breathtaking sunsets, and exceptional water clarity reaching up to 15 feet, every day here feels like a getaway. Beautifully landscaped with mature trees and a level lot, the property has been thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and recreation. A large lakeside deck invites peaceful evenings overlooking the water, while wood railings, lighted stairways, retaining walls, and an expansive patio surrounding the boathouse create an inviting setting for entertaining family and friends. Built in 2007, the impressive 19x24 boathouse garage sits on a poured concrete foundation and is fully equipped for lake life enjoyment. Complete with interior and exterior lighting, garage door opener, side service door, and electric service for a refrigerator, microwave, pizza oven, range, TV, bar area, and shelving, it’s the ultimate gathering space after a day on the water. Additional conveniences include an accessory shed for lawn equipment and electrical outlets located near the boat area, shed, future building site, and lakeside steps. Big Fish Lake is known as one of the clearest lakes in north-central Minnesota, offering outstanding swimming, boating, fishing, and recreation opportunities. Anglers will appreciate excellent fishing for Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Walleye, while the scenic 70-foot-deep lake provides endless opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Located in the desirable Rocori School District and just minutes from St. John’s University, this property is ideally situated only 1.5 hours from the Minneapolis area and conveniently close to both St. Cloud and Cold Spring. Whether you envision building your dream lake home or simply enjoying the property as it is, this once-in-a-lifetime gem is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Minnesota lake country where priceless family moments await.

General Property Information

Comp Sale YN: No
Development: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Multiple PIDs?: No
Plat Recorded: Yes
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Frontage: 140
Waterfront Present: Yes
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Lot Dimensions: 100x183x158x150
Acres: 0.49
Lake/Waterfront Name: Big Fish
Assessment Pending: No
Association Fee: 0

Property Features

Available Utilities: None Connected Development Status: Finished Lot(s) Improvements: None Land Inclusions: None Lot Description: Tree Coverage - Medium Outbuildings: Boat House Property SubType: Lake Property Road Frontage: Paved Streets Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional Topography: Level Waterfront View: West

Contract Information

Off Market Date: 2026-05-28
Contingency: None
Original List Price: 525000
ListPrice: 525000
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number: 27861
Street Name: Hidden Cove
Street Suffix: Road
Postal City: Cold Spring
County: Stearns
State: MN
Zip Code: 56320
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Kellners 1st Add & Rep

Assessments

Tax With Assessments: 2986
Assessment Balance: 0
Assessment Installment: 0

Builder Information

Builder Restrictions: Open

More Information

Lake Details

Lake Acres: 557
Lake Depth: 70

Lease Details

Land Leased: Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

Homestead: No

Ownership

Fractional Ownership: No

Public Survey Info

Range#: 30
Section#: 28
Township#: 124

Office/Member Info

Association: SCAAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

AssocFeeYN: No
Legal Description: LOTS 5 & 6 KELLNER'S 1ST ADD & REPLAT 28-124- 030
Listing City: Cold Spring
Map Page: 999
Municipality: Cold Spring
School District: Rocori
School District Phone: 320-685-4901
DNR Lake ID#: 73010600
DNR Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Zip Plus 4: 9044
Property ID Number: 05032520050
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Amount: 2986
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks: Tucked away on a low traffic dead-end street along the crystal-clear waters of Big Fish Lake, this rare .49-acre property offers the kind of lakeside retreat where lifelong memories are made. With 145 feet of prime shoreline, breathtaking sunsets, and exceptional water clarity reaching up to 15 feet, every day here feels like a getaway. Beautifully landscaped with mature trees and a level lot, the property has been thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and recreation. A large lakeside deck invites peaceful evenings overlooking the water, while wood railings, lighted stairways, retaining walls, and an expansive patio surrounding the boathouse create an inviting setting for entertaining family and friends. Built in 2007, the impressive 19x24 boathouse garage sits on a poured concrete foundation and is fully equipped for lake life enjoyment. Complete with interior and exterior lighting, garage door opener, side service door, and electric service for a refrigerator, microwave, pizza oven, range, TV, bar area, and shelving, it’s the ultimate gathering space after a day on the water. Additional conveniences include an accessory shed for lawn equipment and electrical outlets located near the boat area, shed, future building site, and lakeside steps. Big Fish Lake is known as one of the clearest lakes in north-central Minnesota, offering outstanding swimming, boating, fishing, and recreation opportunities. Anglers will appreciate excellent fishing for Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Walleye, while the scenic 70-foot-deep lake provides endless opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Located in the desirable Rocori School District and just minutes from St. John’s University, this property is ideally situated only 1.5 hours from the Minneapolis area and conveniently close to both St. Cloud and Cold Spring. Whether you envision building your dream lake home or simply enjoying the property as it is, this once-in-a-lifetime gem is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Minnesota lake country where priceless family moments await.
Directions: From I-94 West, take the Avon exit and turn left onto Co Rd 9. Go south and turn left on Co Rd 159/Co Rd 50. Turn right on Co Rd 50. Turn right on 271 Street. Turn right on Hidden Cove Rd.

Development Status

Finished Lot(s): Yes

Insurance Fee

Insurance Fee: 0

Lake/Waterfront

Lake Front: Yes
Lake View: Yes

Lot Description

Tree Coverage - Medium: Yes

Outbuildings

Boat House: Yes

Restriction/Covenants

None: Yes

Road Frontage

Paved Streets: Yes

Road Responsibility

Public Maintained Road: Yes

Sellers Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Topography

Level: Yes

Waterfront View

West: Yes

Available Utilities

None Connected: Yes

Improvements

None: Yes

Land Inclusions

None: Yes

Property SubType

Lake Property: Yes