17265 Ward Lake Drive

Property Description

This 4-year-old gem has water access and is the only home on Ward Lake. You will see 13+ acres of land where duck/deer hunting & ATV use are allowed and you can ice skate or snowmobile on the lake in the winter. Notice how close this property is to Andover High School, the premier high school in the northern suburbs – not to mention Oak View Middle School and Andover Elementary School just 4 miles away. Welcome to Ward Lake and Princess Island! This in-city retreat boasts all the conveniences of Twin Cities living combined with lakeshore tranquility. Home offers the perfect layout. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and laundry up, plus the a LL walkout mother-in-law suite! Luxurious owner’s suite with 100 SF walk-in closet, double shower heads in the tile shower, two sinks, soaker tub, box ceiling, and STUNNING views of the lakefront. Upper level additionally includes a Jack & Jill BA and an en suite BA.  Main-level open floor plan with sunroom, fireplace, well-appointed kitchen and floor-to-ceiling Pella Windows. Perfectly situated to face Ward Lake, nature abounds - from sunrises to deer paths to bald eagle watching!  Walkout basement with built-in entertainment center & wet bar - and use the flex room for hobbies, arts & crafts, media, or exercise. Meticulously cared for and updated. This home is better than new construction – already has the window treatments, water treatment, mature trees, lovingly tended garden (6-foot iron rod fence and sprinklers), and manicured lawn with sprinkling system. Take the boardwalk to Princess Island, where you will find a bonfire pit, playground, dock and endless hours of playtime. The water is perfect for kayaking this time of year. Spacious deck and patio. Large, flat yard. You will love the location and the home!