Welcome to your private paradise of serene woodland living. Nestled between old & new neighborhoods, this 5.6 acre retreat offers the perfect blend of coveted privacy, and outdoor adventure. Conveniently located between Zimmerman and Princeton, in Blue Hill Township, with easy access to Hwy 169, Elk Lake, and the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. This impressive one owner, two story home, has amazing views, endless space, and exceptional versatility.It has an open concept main floor, seamlessly joining the living room, kitchen, and dining area. Ideal for gatherings or relaxed everyday living. There is also a large mudroom/pantry off the kitchen, with two wall closets, and two big storage cabinets to house a variety of household items. Enjoy time outside on the large back deck, on the cozy front porch, or aound the inviting firepit area.The upper level has beautiful hardwood Bamboo flooring throughout, and a convenient laundry area. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, plus two wall closets. The main bathroom is complete with a Jacuzzi-style bathtub, in-floor heat, and a custom walk-in shower. The decorative tile throughout, was thoughtfully done. The second bedroom is large enough to have a home office, and a guest bed. The grand bonus room features soaring valted ceilings and numerous windows, creating a bright, open space, with extraordinary flexibility for it's use. This could be a mother-in-law or guest en suite, with it's own private full bath.This room has been plumbed for natural gas and water, so a kitchenette could be easily incorporated. There is a deck off this room, for taking in the view, and stairs going down to the parking area. The lower level features in-floor heat, a large bedroom, full bath, living area, and the maintenance room. It also lends itself to being a guest en suite, with a patio for relaxing, parking right outside, and a view of nature through the 8ft patio doors. The attached 30 x 30 garage, is insulated, finished, well lighted, heated, With over-sized doors to accommodate heavy equipment or larger vehicles, and high ceilings, it is a mechanic's dream.There is a spacious turn-around driveway, with abundant extra exterior parking space. Two driveways, one to accomidate large equipment, one that meanders through a senic outlet. There is a 12x24 shed on a concrete slab, and also an 8x10 shed, for additional storage space.Plenty of room on the property, to house a pole barn or other out buildings.You will see frequent, if not daily, visits of deer, turkey, and assorted wildlife.