23729 Cooley Drive
Brainerd, MN 56401
Price: $1,200,000
RARE 40 ACRE PRIVATE ESTATE * GUEST HOUSE * 14+ GARAGE PARKING SPACES.
Exceptional 40-acre private Northwoods retreat in Pine Center near Brainerd, surrounded by state land on two sides for unmatched privacy. A paved 1/4 -mile driveway leads to beautifully maintained home
offering a true up-north lifestyle, featuring hot tub, infrared sauna, and heating options including
forced air or wood-burning fireplace. A fully equipped one-bedroom quest house includes all amenities, a 2-car garage, and extended man-cave/workshop space. The property also features a separate large garage with a temperature-controlled root cellar/storm shelter ( plumbed for running water), multiple outbuildings, greenhouse, raised garden beds, fruit trees, and a large dog kennel. At least 14 garage parking spaces provide ample room for vehicles, trailers, and guests. Ideal for private retreat, hobby farm, recreational use, or multigenerational living.
Property septic/well can accommodate additions to property.
Just 30 minutes to Brainerd/Costco
Basic Features:
| Style |
Single Family Residence |
| Type |
Residential |
| Zoning |
Residential-Single Family |
| Year Built |
1987 |
| School District |
Brainerd |
| County |
Crow Wing |
| Lot Size |
1292x1314x1297x1317 |
| Acreage |
40 acres |
| Bedrooms |
2 |
| Total Baths |
2 |
| Garage |
8 Car |
| Lot Description |
Tree Coverage - Heavy |
| Above Grade |
2,520 sq ft |
| Tax $ / Year |
$4,120 / 2025 |
| Tax ID |
|
| Legal Description |
|
Includes:
Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Freezer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned
| Rooms |
Size |
Level |
| Bedroom |
13x15 |
U |
| Bedroom 2 |
14x10 |
U |
| Deck |
11x15 |
U |
| Dining Room |
11x12 |
M |
| Foyer |
16x8 |
M |
| Guest House |
23x30 |
M |
| Kitchen |
13x12 |
M |
| Laundry |
9x10 |
U |
| Living Room |
13x17 |
M |
| Office |
11x15 |
U |
| Sauna |
13x16 |
M |
| Sitting Room |
7x10 |
U |
| Three Season Porch |
12x10 |
M |
Additional Features
| Government Programs |
|
| Section |
9 |
| Terrain Type |
|
| Roads |
Township |
| Baths |
Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath |
| Basement |
None |
| Cooling |
Ductless Mini-Split |
| Driveway |
|
| Electric |
Circuit Breakers |
| Exterior Features |
Log,Stone |
| Fireplace |
Gas,Living Room,Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove |
| Foundation |
1928.00 |
| Fuel Source |
Propane,Wood |
| Handicap Access |
None |
| Heating |
Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Wood Stove |
| Other Buildings |
Garage(s),Kennel/Dog Run,Greenhouse,Guest House... |
| Roof |
Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt |
| Sewer Service |
Septic System Compliant - Yes |
| Water Service |
Well |
| Water Heater |
|
| Parking Lot |
Attached Garage,Detached Garage,Asphalt,Concrete,Floor Drain,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Insulated Garage,Multiple Garages,Tuckunder Garage |
| Exterior Construction |
|
| Fencing |
None |
| Laundry |
E |
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