Makinen, MN

**Your Private Year-Round Lakeside Escape on Whiteface Reservoir** Discover this rare gem: a fully owned (not leased) 2.4-acre retreat featuring an impressive **207 feet of south-facing sandy beach**—perfect for all-day sun and breathtaking sunsets over the pristine waters of Whiteface Reservoir in Minnesota's Northwoods. Located just **40 miles from vibrant Duluth** and only **30 miles from Giants Ridge** four-season resort, this property delivers peaceful seclusion with easy access to city amenities and top-tier recreation. The **1,214 sq ft main cabin** offers cozy year-round living with **2 bedrooms**, **1 bath**, a spacious **lakeside 3-season porch** showcasing panoramic reservoir views, and a versatile recreational room featuring durable epoxied floors—ideal for family game nights or relaxing evenings by the fire. Complementing the main cabin is a charming **240 sq ft bunk house** in the **heated 40x50 garage**, providing perfect accommodations for visitors, a home office, or extra storage. Year-round convenience is built in: power runs to the **dock**, **sauna**, and **campfire area**, while dedicated **water hydrants** serve the garage and sauna for effortless use in any season. Positioned thoughtfully **100 feet from the shore**, the expansive lot allows for future growth. Pre-drawn expansion plans are ready, or design your own custom addition. .The grounds have been lovingly maintained with **expert landscaping**, including sturdy rock walls, a direct road to the lake for easy access, and a private setting well off the main road for true tranquility. Whiteface Reservoir is a haven for outdoor lovers: excellent fishing for, walleye, bluegill, and crappie; boating and swimming from your private dock; relaxing sauna sessions followed by lakeside campfires under the stars. This exceptional combination of size, privacy, features, and location is increasingly hard to find.