6785 Village Drive, Finland, MN 55603

$549,500
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,607 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,841 Status: Active
Current Price: $549,500 List Date: 6/13/2025 Last Modified: 5/14/2026

Overview

Description

Luxury Boutique Resort | Proven Short-Term Rental Portfolio | Build-Ready Lots | Commercial Expansion | Condo-Platted Flexibility GRANDFATHERED FOR SHORT-TERM RENTAL USE — AN EXTREMELY RARE NORTH SHORE OPPORTUNITY. A rare opportunity to acquire a proven luxury short-term rental and legacy lakefront estate positioned near the North Shore and Lutsen on the pristine shores of Ninemile Lake near Finland. Following exceptional 2025 and 2026 winter seasons driven by snowmobile tourism and year-round destination demand, the property has experienced outstanding occupancy performance, with the existing rental cabins already over 70% booked for the remainder of 2026 — validating the strong demand for luxury lodging inventory in this highly sought-after recreation market. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Superior National Forest, this extraordinary waterfront development combines luxury craftsmanship, income generation, development flexibility, and unmatched outdoor recreation in one irreplaceable offering. Due to active guest reservations and ongoing income-producing occupancy, showings for rental cabins are by appointment only and subject to guest schedules. Designed for both privacy and gathering, the property is ideal for boutique hospitality operations, co-ownership opportunities, corporate retreats, multi-family use, or continued luxury vacation rental operations. Each of the three existing structures features its own unique architectural style, layout, and design aesthetic while still flowing cohesively together as a thoughtfully curated luxury compound. Constructed between 2015–2022, the homes showcase exceptional craftsmanship, timeless design, and luxury-grade materials selected to complement the surrounding wilderness setting. Two residences currently operate as successful short-term rentals with strong year-round demand driven by boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, ATV recreation, and North Shore tourism. In addition to the established income-producing cabins, the owner’s current private residence presents substantial upside as a future third luxury rental accommodation. Unlike many expansion opportunities requiring years of approvals and infrastructure investment, this structure is already completed, fully functional, and positioned for relatively seamless integration into the existing rental operation if desired. Adding significant long-term value, the property benefits from grandfathered short-term rental positioning — an increasingly rare asset in many North Shore-area markets where vacation rental restrictions continue tightening. Future expansion opportunities are exceptionally rare and include six additional build-ready condo-platted lots with shared septic and well infrastructure already installed, dramatically reducing future development costs and timelines. Buyers may continue expanding the existing vision, bring their own builder, or partner with the original developer. The offering also includes an oversized commercial-zoned parcel approved for future hospitality-oriented development including a restaurant/bar, boutique motel, clubhouse, event venue, fitness center, or expanded lodging accommodations. Existing architectural plans are available. With over 1,800 feet of shared shoreline, breathtaking sunset lake views, year-round recreation, nearby restaurants and trails, and exceptional wildlife viewing including moose sightings, this property delivers an experience that simply cannot be recreated. Whether envisioned as a luxury boutique resort, hospitality investment, private family compound, phased development project, or multi-generational legacy estate, this is an increasingly rare opportunity to control premium Northwoods shoreline with immediate income generation and extraordinary long-term upside potential. They are not making more shoreline. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare.

Listing Details MLS# 6730461

General Property Information

Assoc Mgmt Co. Phone #
763-381-9951
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Mgmt Co. Name
Unorganized Territory
Common Wall
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Manufactured Home?
No
Multiple PIDs?
No
New Development
No
Number of Fireplaces
Yes
Waterfront Frontage
180
Waterfront Present
Yes
Year Built
2022
Yearly/Seasonal
Yearly
Zoning
Other, Shoreline, Residential-Single Family
Bath Three Quarters
2
Main Floor Total SqFt
714
Above Grd Total SqFt
1607
Total SqFt
1607
Total Finished Sqft
1607.00
FireplaceYN
Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name
Ninemile
Style
(SF) Single Family
Foundation Size
714
Association Fee
120
Garage Stalls
Yes
Lot Dimensions
getting
Acres
0.18
Assessment Pending
No
Bath Half
0
Bath Quarter
0
Below Grd Total SqFt
0

Property Features

Accessible: No Stairs External Air Conditioning: Ductless Amenities Shared: Beach; Boat Slip; Dock; Other Amenities Unit: Balcony; Boat Slip; Ceiling Fan(s); Deck; Dock; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Local Area Network; Natural Woodwork; Paneled Doors; Panoramic View; Patio; Porch; Unspecified; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Washer/Dryer Hookup; Wet Bar; Other Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger; Dishwasher; Dryer; Energy Star Appliances; Fuel Tank - Rented; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer; Wine Cooler; Other Approved Financing: FHA; FNMA; VA Association Fee Includes: Beach Access; Dock; Lawn Care; Outside Maintenance; Parking Space; Recreation Facility; Sanitation; Shared Amenities; Snow Removal; Water; Other Assumable Loan: Not Assumable Basement: None Bath Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath; Walk-In Shower Stall; Other Construction Materials: Concrete; Frame Construction Status: Previously Owned Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Breakfast Bar; Eat In Kitchen; Informal Dining Room; Kitchen/Dining Room; Living/Dining Room; Other Electric: 200+ Amp Service; Circuit Breakers Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Level Exterior: Engineered Wood Family Room Characteristics: 2 or More; Family Room; Great Room; Loft; Main Level Fencing: None Fireplace Characteristics: Free Standing; Gas Burning; Living Room Foundation: Slab Fuel: Electric; Propane Heating: In-Floor Heating; Zoned Internet Options: Fiber Optic Lake Details: Excellent Sand; Sand Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Main Level; Other; Washer Hookup Lot Description: Accessible Shoreline; Irregular Lot; Tree Coverage - Heavy; Underground Utilities Outbuildings: Other Parking Characteristics: Finished Garage; Garage Door Opener; Heated Garage; Insulated Garage; Storage; Other Pool Description: None Property Subtype: Cabin; Loft; Rural Residential Rental License Type: Airbnb Road Frontage: State Road Road Responsibility: Association Maintained Road; Public Maintained Road Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Architectural Shingle; Pitched Sellers Terms: Adj. Rate/Gr Payment; Cash; Contract for Deed; Conventional; FHA; Rural Development; Special Funding; VA; Other Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes; Shared System; Other Shared Rooms: Other Special Search: Divided Bdr Flr Plan; Main Floor Laundry Stories: Two Water: Drilled; Shared System; Well Waterfront View: Lake; Panoramic; West

Contract Information

Contingency
None
Original List Price
549500
ListPrice
549500
Owner is an Agent?
No
Auction?
No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number
6785
Street Name
Village Drive
Postal City
Finland
County
Lake
State
MN
Zip Code
55603

Assessments

Tax With Assessments
2302
Assessment Balance
0

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground
1607

More Information

Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet

Elevation Highpoint Waterfront Feet
0-4

Lake Details

Lake Acres
296
Lake Depth
40
Excellent Sand
Yes
Sand
Yes

Lease Details

Land Leased
Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

DP Resource
Yes
Homestead
No

Ownership

Fractional Ownership
No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Square Feet
356
Finished Garage
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Heated Garage
Yes
Insulated Garage
Yes
Storage
Yes
Other
Yes

Public Survey Info

Section#
27
Township#
59

Office/Member Info

Association
SPAAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

AssocFeeYN
Yes
Legal Description
Lot 2, Block 1
Listing City
Finland
Map Page
999
Municipality
Finland
School District
Lake Superior
School District Phone
218-834-8216
DNR Lake ID#
38003300
DNR Lake Classification
Recreational Development
Property ID Number
24571104010
Tax Year
2025
Tax Amount
2302
In Foreclosure?
No
Potential Short Sale?
No
Lender Owned?
No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks
Luxury Boutique Resort | Proven Short-Term Rental Portfolio | Build-Ready Lots | Commercial Expansion | Condo-Platted Flexibility GRANDFATHERED FOR SHORT-TERM RENTAL USE — AN EXTREMELY RARE NORTH SHORE OPPORTUNITY. A rare opportunity to acquire a proven luxury short-term rental and legacy lakefront estate positioned near the North Shore and Lutsen on the pristine shores of Ninemile Lake near Finland. Following exceptional 2025 and 2026 winter seasons driven by snowmobile tourism and year-round destination demand, the property has experienced outstanding occupancy performance, with the existing rental cabins already over 70% booked for the remainder of 2026 — validating the strong demand for luxury lodging inventory in this highly sought-after recreation market. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Superior National Forest, this extraordinary waterfront development combines luxury craftsmanship, income generation, development flexibility, and unmatched outdoor recreation in one irreplaceable offering. Due to active guest reservations and ongoing income-producing occupancy, showings for rental cabins are by appointment only and subject to guest schedules. Designed for both privacy and gathering, the property is ideal for boutique hospitality operations, co-ownership opportunities, corporate retreats, multi-family use, or continued luxury vacation rental operations. Each of the three existing structures features its own unique architectural style, layout, and design aesthetic while still flowing cohesively together as a thoughtfully curated luxury compound. Constructed between 2015–2022, the homes showcase exceptional craftsmanship, timeless design, and luxury-grade materials selected to complement the surrounding wilderness setting. Two residences currently operate as successful short-term rentals with strong year-round demand driven by boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, ATV recreation, and North Shore tourism. In addition to the established income-producing cabins, the owner’s current private residence presents substantial upside as a future third luxury rental accommodation. Unlike many expansion opportunities requiring years of approvals and infrastructure investment, this structure is already completed, fully functional, and positioned for relatively seamless integration into the existing rental operation if desired. Adding significant long-term value, the property benefits from grandfathered short-term rental positioning — an increasingly rare asset in many North Shore-area markets where vacation rental restrictions continue tightening. Future expansion opportunities are exceptionally rare and include six additional build-ready condo-platted lots with shared septic and well infrastructure already installed, dramatically reducing future development costs and timelines. Buyers may continue expanding the existing vision, bring their own builder, or partner with the original developer. The offering also includes an oversized commercial-zoned parcel approved for future hospitality-oriented development including a restaurant/bar, boutique motel, clubhouse, event venue, fitness center, or expanded lodging accommodations. Existing architectural plans are available. With over 1,800 feet of shared shoreline, breathtaking sunset lake views, year-round recreation, nearby restaurants and trails, and exceptional wildlife viewing including moose sightings, this property delivers an experience that simply cannot be recreated. Whether envisioned as a luxury boutique resort, hospitality investment, private family compound, phased development project, or multi-generational legacy estate, this is an increasingly rare opportunity to control premium Northwoods shoreline with immediate income generation and extraordinary long-term upside potential. They are not making more shoreline. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare.
Directions
From Hwy 61: Left on Hwy 1 W, Rt onto County Hwy 7, Left on Village Drive, Home on right.

Accessible

No Stairs External
Yes

Air Conditioning

Ductless
Yes

Amenities Shared

Beach
Yes
Boat Slip
Yes
Dock
Yes
Other
Yes

Amenities Unit

Balcony
Yes
Boat Slip
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Deck
Yes
Dock
Yes
Kitchen Center Island
Yes
Kitchen Window
Yes
Local Area Network
Yes
Natural Woodwork
Yes
Paneled Doors
Yes
Panoramic View
Yes
Patio
Yes
Porch
Yes
Unspecified
Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Yes
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes
Other
Yes

Appliances

Air-To-Air Exchanger
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Energy Star Appliances
Yes
Fuel Tank - Rented
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes
Wine Cooler
Yes
Other
Yes

Approved Financing

FHA
Yes
FNMA
Yes
VA
Yes

Association Fee Includes

Beach Access
Yes
Dock
Yes
Lawn Care
Yes
Outside Maintenance
Yes
Parking Space
Yes
Recreation Facility
Yes
Sanitation
Yes
Shared Amenities
Yes
Snow Removal
Yes
Water
Yes
Other
Yes

Assumable Loan

Not Assumable
Yes

Basement

None
Yes

Bath Description

Main Floor 3/4 Bath
Yes
Upper Level 3/4 Bath
Yes
Walk-In Shower Stall
Yes
Other
Yes

Construction Materials

Concrete
Yes
Frame
Yes

Construction Status

Previously Owned
Yes

Dining Room Description

Breakfast Area
Yes
Breakfast Bar
Yes
Eat In Kitchen
Yes
Informal Dining Room
Yes
Kitchen/Dining Room
Yes
Living/Dining Room
Yes
Other
Yes

Electric

200+ Amp Service
Yes
Circuit Breakers
Yes

Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope

Level
Yes

Exterior

Engineered Wood
Yes

Family Room Characteristics

2 or More
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Great Room
Yes
Loft
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Fencing

None
Yes

Fireplace Characteristics

Free Standing
Yes
Gas Burning
Yes
Living Room
Yes

Foundation

Slab
Yes

Fuel

Electric
Yes
Propane
Yes

Heating

In-Floor Heating
Yes
Zoned
Yes

Insurance Fee

Insurance Fee
0

Internet Options

Fiber Optic
Yes

Lake/Waterfront

Association Access
Yes
Dock
Yes
Lake Front
Yes
Lake View
Yes
Shared
Yes

Laundry

Gas Dryer Hookup
Yes
In Unit
Yes
Main Level
Yes
Other
Yes
Washer Hookup
Yes

Lot Description

Accessible Shoreline
Yes
Irregular Lot
Yes
Tree Coverage - Heavy
Yes
Underground Utilities
Yes

Outbuildings

Other
Yes

Patio, Porch and Deck Features

Covered
Yes
Deck
Yes
Front Porch
Yes
Other
Yes
Patio
Yes
Porch
Yes

Pool Description

None
Yes

Property Subtype

Cabin
Yes
Loft
Yes
Rural Residential
Yes

Rental License Type

Airbnb
Yes

Road Frontage

State Road
Yes

Road Responsibility

Association Maintained Road
Yes
Public Maintained Road
Yes

Roof

Age 8 Years or Less
Yes
Architectural Shingle
Yes
Pitched
Yes

Sellers Terms

Adj. Rate/Gr Payment
Yes
Cash
Yes
Contract for Deed
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
Other
Yes
Rural Development
Yes
Special Funding
Yes
VA
Yes

Sewer

Septic System Compliant - Yes
Yes
Shared System
Yes
Other
Yes

Shared Rooms

Other
Yes

Special Search

Divided Bdr Flr Plan
Yes
Main Floor Laundry
Yes

Stories

Two
Yes

Water

Drilled
Yes
Shared System
Yes
Well
Yes

Waterfront View

Lake
Yes
Panoramic
Yes
West
Yes

Room Information

Kitchen Dimensions: 23x9 Level: Main Flex Room Dimensions: 15x5 Level: Main Dining Room Dimensions: 7x5 Level: Main Porch Level: Upper Patio Level: Main Second (2nd) Bedroom Dimensions: 14x11 Level: Upper Loft Dimensions: 9x12 Level: Upper Living Room Dimensions: 23x20 Level: Upper First (1st) Bedroom Dimensions: 14x11 Level: Upper Bonus Room Dimensions: 23x16 Level: Main

Documents

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Last Updated: May - 14 - 2026
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