2680 Shadywood Road, Orono, MN 55331
$2,995,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
5
Square Footage:
7,748
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
61,855
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$2,995,000
List Date:
9/08/2025
Last Modified:
11/25/2025
Overview
Description
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A private, resort style, waterfront estate on Lake Minnetonka, awaits. A unique blend of classic architecture and modern design, this stately home was strategically positioned on the spacious, 1.4 acre lot to maximize privacy, flat, usable yard space, natural daylight, sunrises over the lake, open water views from the primary living and entertaining spaces, and private nature views from everywhere else. Both the home and grounds have been meticulously maintained and significantly upgraded by the current owners.
THE HOME:
The 2009, Jack Smuckler designed, walkout rambler is a marvel of classic architecture, loaded with high-end finishes and modern features, including soaring ceilings, exotic vaults, artisan millwork, bespoke stonework, custom fireplaces, walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, a rough-in for a future elevator shaft, and so much more. Today’s replacement cost for all existing improvements, excluding the land, is well above $5 MM. Experience epic sunrises over the lake while keeping an eye on both your dock and pool, all from the comfort of your chef’s kitchen, drenched in morning sunlight. Retreat in solace to your luxurious, primary ensuite which was completely renovated in 2021 and is fit with all the modern amenities. The walkout lower-level carries forward the walls of windows, high ceilings, and deluxe finishes to such an extent that it almost feels like the main-level. The house was designed to impress but every inch of it lives and feels like a home.
THE GROUNDS:
The 1.4-acre, resort-like estate is completely framed by mature trees, providing optimal privacy and serenity. Significant capital was invested by the current owners into the landscaping, including a well equipped outdoor kitchen, a hot tub with a motorized cover, an inground salt water pool with a diving board and water features, wi-fi controlled irrigation system, boulder retaining walls, and perfectly positioned plant life, all to be enjoyed with views of the lake. Stamped concrete encircles the pool area, and the flat, fully fenced back yard provides sufficient space for relaxation and endless outdoor play. Just off the pool is a patio that was converted by the current owners to an indoor/outdoor cabana space, featuring motorized Phantom screens, a retractable TV and an outdoor gas fireplace. The loop driveway allows for easy flow to and from the property, plenty of room to park guests, and a flat, sport court area with a basketball hoop.
THE LAKEFRONT:
Walk through the gate in the backyard, then about 50’ down a very gradual slope to reach the owned lake frontage, which is nestled in a quiet inlet off Lafayette Bay, on Lake Minnetonka. The inlet aspect of the lakeshore provides for great fishing from the dock and enables the dock to be left in year-round, allowing you to avoid the seasonal scramble to get your dock in every spring and out every fall. W Lafayette Road, a quiet, small, dead-end street that serves only eight other homes with very minimal traffic, separates the home from the lakefront. Dock features include electricity, a convenient gas pump system, and two Aqua Thruster weed control systems. The current dock set up is a wrap around dock surrounding a pontoon lift and then a dual jet ski dock but it can be re-configured to your needs.
LOCATION:
The estate is centrally located with a short walk or bike ride to Navarre, an 8-minute drive to Excelsior / Highway 7 and a 14-minute drive to Wayzata / Highway 12. Reach downtown Minneapolis in 27 minutes and MSP Airport in 35 minutes.
Listing Details MLS# 6738668
General Property Information
- Common Wall
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Manufactured Home?
- No
- Multiple PIDs?
- Yes
- New Development
- No
- Number of Fireplaces
- 6
- Road Btwn WF & Home?
- Yes
- Year Built
- 2009
- Yearly/Seasonal
- Yearly
- Zoning
- Residential-Single Family
- Bath Full
- 2
- Bath Three Quarters
- 2
- Bath Half
- Yes
- Main Floor Total SqFt
- 3874
- Above Grd Total SqFt
- 3874
- Below Grd Total SqFt
- 3874
- Total SqFt
- 7748
- Total Finished Sqft
- 7361.00
- FireplaceYN
- Yes
- Lake/Waterfront Name
- Minnetonka
- Style
- (SF) Single Family
- Foundation Size
- 3874
- Garage Stalls
- 3
- Lot Dimensions
- See tax records
- Acres
- 1.42
- Bath Quarter
- 0
- Association Fee
- 0
Property Features
Accessible:
Doors 36"+; Hallways 42"+
Air Conditioning:
Central Air
Amenities Unit:
Balcony; Ceiling Fan(s); Deck; Dock; Exercise Room; Hardwood Floors; Hot Tub; In-Ground Sprinkler; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Outdoor Kitchen; Patio; Porch; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Wet Bar
Appliances:
Air-To-Air Exchanger; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Filtration System
Basement:
Drain Tiled; Sump Pump
Bath Description:
Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Main Floor Full Bath; Full Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement; Full Basement; Bathroom Ensuite; Separate Tub & Shower
Construction Materials:
Frame
Construction Status:
Previously Owned
Dining Room Description:
Eat In Kitchen; Separate/Formal Dining Room
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope:
Gradual
Exterior:
Brick/Stone; Stucco
Family Room Characteristics:
Family Room; Great Room; Lower Level; Main Level
Fencing:
Full
Financing Terms:
Conventional
Fireplace Characteristics:
2-Sided; Family Room; Gas Burning; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Stone
Fuel:
Natural Gas
Heating:
Forced Air
Laundry:
Laundry Room; Lower Level; Main Level; Sink
Lot Description:
Corner Lot; Tree Coverage - Light
Parking Characteristics:
Finished Garage; Heated Garage; Insulated Garage
Pool Description:
Below Ground; Heated
Road Frontage:
City Street; County Road; Paved Streets
Road Responsibility:
Public Maintained Road
Roof:
Age Over 8 Years; Architectural Shingle; Asphalt Shingles; Pitched; Rubber
Sellers Terms:
Cash; Conventional
Sewer:
City Sewer/Connected
Special Search:
All Living Facilities on One Level; Main Floor Bedroom; Main Floor Laundry; Main Floor Primary; Primary Bdr Suite
Stories:
One
Water:
City Water/Connected
Waterfront View:
Bay; East
Contract Information
- Off Market Date
- 2025-10-10
- Contingency
- None
- Closed Date
- 2025-11-21
- Original List Price
- 2995000
- Sales Close Price
- 2995000
- ListPrice
- 2995000
- Owner is an Agent?
- No
- Auction?
- No
Location Tax and Other Information
- House Number
- 2680
- Street Name
- Shadywood
- Street Suffix
- Road
- Postal City
- Orono
- County
- Hennepin
- State
- MN
- Zip Code
- 55331
- Complex/Dev/Subdivision
- Shore Hills
Additional Parcels Information
- Property ID #2
- 2111723240037
Assessments
- Tax With Assessments
- 28317
- Assessment Balance
- 0
More Information
Building Information
- Finished SqFt Above Ground
- 3874
- Finished SqFt Below Ground
- 3487
Lake Details
- Lake Acres
- 14205
- Lake Depth
- 113
Lease Details
- Land Leased
- Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
- Homestead
- Yes
Ownership
- Fractional Ownership
- No
Parking Characteristics
- Garage Dimensions
- 40x27
- Garage Door Height
- 8
- Garage Door Width
- 9
- Garage Square Feet
- 1100
- Finished Garage
- Yes
- Heated Garage
- Yes
- Insulated Garage
- Yes
Public Survey Info
- Range#
- 23
- Section#
- 21
- Township#
- 117
Office/Member Info
- Association
- MAAR
Location, Tax and Other Information
- AssocFeeYN
- No
- Legal Description
- LOT 015 SHORE HILLS
- Listing City
- Orono
- Map Page
- 117
- Municipality
- Orono
- School District
- Westonka
- School District Phone
- 952-491-8001
- DNR Lake ID#
- 27013300
- DNR Lake Classification
- General Development
- Country
- US
- Property ID Number
- 2111723240046
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Tax Amount
- 28317
- In Foreclosure?
- No
- Potential Short Sale?
- No
- Lender Owned?
- No
Directions & Remarks
- Public Remarks
- A private, resort style, waterfront estate on Lake Minnetonka, awaits. A unique blend of classic architecture and modern design, this stately home was strategically positioned on the spacious, 1.4 acre lot to maximize privacy, flat, usable yard space, natural daylight, sunrises over the lake, open water views from the primary living and entertaining spaces, and private nature views from everywhere else. Both the home and grounds have been meticulously maintained and significantly upgraded by the current owners. THE HOME: The 2009, Jack Smuckler designed, walkout rambler is a marvel of classic architecture, loaded with high-end finishes and modern features, including soaring ceilings, exotic vaults, artisan millwork, bespoke stonework, custom fireplaces, walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, a rough-in for a future elevator shaft, and so much more. Today’s replacement cost for all existing improvements, excluding the land, is well above $5 MM. Experience epic sunrises over the lake while keeping an eye on both your dock and pool, all from the comfort of your chef’s kitchen, drenched in morning sunlight. Retreat in solace to your luxurious, primary ensuite which was completely renovated in 2021 and is fit with all the modern amenities. The walkout lower-level carries forward the walls of windows, high ceilings, and deluxe finishes to such an extent that it almost feels like the main-level. The house was designed to impress but every inch of it lives and feels like a home. THE GROUNDS: The 1.4-acre, resort-like estate is completely framed by mature trees, providing optimal privacy and serenity. Significant capital was invested by the current owners into the landscaping, including a well equipped outdoor kitchen, a hot tub with a motorized cover, an inground salt water pool with a diving board and water features, wi-fi controlled irrigation system, boulder retaining walls, and perfectly positioned plant life, all to be enjoyed with views of the lake. Stamped concrete encircles the pool area, and the flat, fully fenced back yard provides sufficient space for relaxation and endless outdoor play. Just off the pool is a patio that was converted by the current owners to an indoor/outdoor cabana space, featuring motorized Phantom screens, a retractable TV and an outdoor gas fireplace. The loop driveway allows for easy flow to and from the property, plenty of room to park guests, and a flat, sport court area with a basketball hoop. THE LAKEFRONT: Walk through the gate in the backyard, then about 50’ down a very gradual slope to reach the owned lake frontage, which is nestled in a quiet inlet off Lafayette Bay, on Lake Minnetonka. The inlet aspect of the lakeshore provides for great fishing from the dock and enables the dock to be left in year-round, allowing you to avoid the seasonal scramble to get your dock in every spring and out every fall. W Lafayette Road, a quiet, small, dead-end street that serves only eight other homes with very minimal traffic, separates the home from the lakefront. Dock features include electricity, a convenient gas pump system, and two Aqua Thruster weed control systems. The current dock set up is a wrap around dock surrounding a pontoon lift and then a dual jet ski dock but it can be re-configured to your needs. LOCATION: The estate is centrally located with a short walk or bike ride to Navarre, an 8-minute drive to Excelsior / Highway 7 and a 14-minute drive to Wayzata / Highway 12. Reach downtown Minneapolis in 27 minutes and MSP Airport in 35 minutes.
- Directions
- Co Rd 19/Shadywood Rd to property on the east side of road. South of Co Rd 15 and North of Excelsior.
Accessible
- Doors 36"+
- Yes
- Hallways 42"+
- Yes
Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Yes
Amenities Unit
- Balcony
- Yes
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Deck
- Yes
- Dock
- Yes
- Exercise Room
- Yes
- Hardwood Floors
- Yes
- Hot Tub
- Yes
- In-Ground Sprinkler
- Yes
- Kitchen Center Island
- Yes
- Kitchen Window
- Yes
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Yes
- Natural Woodwork
- Yes
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- Porch
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet
- Yes
- Tile Floors
- Yes
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Yes
- Walk-In Closet
- Yes
- Wet Bar
- Yes
Appliances
- Air-To-Air Exchanger
- Yes
- Cooktop
- Yes
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Double Oven
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Freezer
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
- Water Filtration System
- Yes
Basement
- Drain Tiled
- Yes
- Sump Pump
- Yes
Bath Description
- Main Floor 1/2 Bath
- Yes
- Main Floor Full Bath
- Yes
- Full Primary
- Yes
- Private Primary
- Yes
- 3/4 Basement
- Yes
- Full Basement
- Yes
- Bathroom Ensuite
- Yes
- Separate Tub & Shower
- Yes
Construction Materials
- Frame
- Yes
Construction Status
- Previously Owned
- Yes
Dining Room Description
- Eat In Kitchen
- Yes
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Yes
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope
- Gradual
- Yes
Exterior
- Brick/Stone
- Yes
- Stucco
- Yes
Family Room Characteristics
- Family Room
- Yes
- Great Room
- Yes
- Lower Level
- Yes
- Main Level
- Yes
Fencing
- Full
- Yes
Financing Terms
- Conventional
- Yes
Fireplace Characteristics
- 2-Sided
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Gas Burning
- Yes
- Living Room
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom
- Yes
- Stone
- Yes
Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Yes
Heating
- Forced Air
- Yes
Insurance Fee
- Insurance Fee
- 0
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Yes
- Lower Level
- Yes
- Main Level
- Yes
- Sink
- Yes
Lot Description
- Corner Lot
- Yes
- Tree Coverage - Light
- Yes
Patio, Porch and Deck Features
- Composite Decking
- Yes
- Covered
- Yes
- Deck
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- Screened
- Yes
Pool Description
- Below Ground
- Yes
- Heated
- Yes
Road Frontage
- City Street
- Yes
- County Road
- Yes
- Paved Streets
- Yes
Road Responsibility
- Public Maintained Road
- Yes
Roof
- Age Over 8 Years
- Yes
- Architectural Shingle
- Yes
- Asphalt Shingles
- Yes
- Pitched
- Yes
- Rubber
- Yes
Sellers Terms
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Yes
Special Search
- All Living Facilities on One Level
- Yes
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Yes
- Main Floor Laundry
- Yes
- Main Floor Primary
- Yes
- Primary Bdr Suite
- Yes
Stories
- One
- Yes
Water
- City Water/Connected
- Yes
Waterfront View
- Bay
- Yes
- East
- Yes
Room Information
| Room Name | Dimensions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Laundry | 9x14 | Main |
| Laundry | 6x11 | Lower |
| Deck | 10x12 | Main |
| Deck | 32x13 | Main |
| Exercise Room | 14x13 | Lower |
| Billiard Room | 28x20 | Lower |
| Office | 16x15 | Lower |
| Screened Porch | 32x13 | Lower |
| Foyer | 15x15 | Main |
| Primary Bath | 17x16 | Main |
| Third (3rd) Bedroom | 17x18 | Lower |
| Second (2nd) Bedroom | 16x21 | Lower |
| First (1st) Bedroom | 32x16 | Main |
| Kitchen | 27x27 | Main |
| Family Room | 28x14 | Lower |
| Dining Room | 17x15 | Main |
| Living Room | 27x21 | Main |
| Den | 18x11 | Lower |
Listing Office:
Leyendecker Realty
Last Updated: November - 25 - 2025
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