A true mid-century original with deeded access to Lake Johanna, this distinctive Arden Hills home offers timeless architectural character, generous living spaces, and a beautifully wooded setting. With five bedrooms and four bathrooms, the home provides a versatile layout designed for comfortable everyday living while preserving its era's character. Expansive windows throughout the main living spaces fill the home with natural light and bring the surrounding trees and neighborhood into view. The spacious living room is anchored by an impressive stone fireplace and showcases the home's mid-century influence with warm wood accents, classic built-ins, and thoughtfully preserved architectural details. The adjoining dining room, family room and kitchen create an inviting flow for gathering and entertaining, while the wall of windows and sliding glass doors provide a wonderful connection to the outdoors and the wrap around concrete deck, which includes a lake view! The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, hardwood flooring, and plenty of workspace. The main level features a spacious primary bedroom with shared access to the full bathroom, along with a convenient main-level laundry room. Upstairs, a second bedroom offers the privacy of its own full ensuite bathroom, while three additional bedrooms and a ¾ bathroom complete the upper level. The lower level provides a basement walkout and even more flexible living space with a spacious family room, a bonus room ideal for a craft room or home office, a half bathroom, a utility room, and a sauna. Potential for a mother-in-law suite! Outside, mature trees, established landscaping, and a peaceful setting create a private retreat. Best of all, deeded access to Lake Johanna offers the opportunity to enjoy one of the area's beautiful lakes for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and summer days by the water. A special opportunity to own a spacious, character-rich mid-century home in a sought-after Arden Hills setting, where architectural character, mature surroundings, and lake access come together.