Welcome to your new Northwoods retreat. A rare opportunity to own a year-round cabin nestled on 11.9 private acres, bordered by Itasca County property and near USDA forest land. Located just north of Grand Rapids in the legendary Chippewa National Forest, this property is located on the Gunn Lake chain. Built in 2002, the cabin offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a full modern kitchen including a dishwasher. Also included is a wood stove, along with forced air dual fuel heat (propane & electric), and a whole-house water filtration system. A full 5-bedroom septic system was installed for future house expansion. The large 30 x 40 detached garage is large enough for trucks and toys and includes a clothes washer/dryer combo with its own separate water heater. Attached to the side of the garage is a fish cleaning house complete with running water and sinks to take care of your prized catch. A stocked woodshed is also alongside the garage. The dock and covered boat lift are included with the property. Enjoy the meadow that is heavily wooded with Pine, Birch, and Ash trees, and is a favorite for deer, grouse, and other wildlife. Gunn Lake offers over 600 acres with ten miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 60 feet, making it perfect for fishing, boating, kayaking, and water sports all summer long. Whether you are looking for a private family retreat, outdoor adventures, including the Northern Lights, or a legacy property to pass down through generations, this rare offering is waiting for you. The neighboring parcel is also being offered for sale. Check out this amazing opportunity!
Nestled in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest, this exceptional custom-built, one-level estate offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and Northwoods lifestyle on nearly 15 pristine acres. Adjacent to 160+ acres of USDA Forest. Thoughtfully designed with quality craftsmanship throughout, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area highlighted by vaulted ceilings and a stunning propane fireplace with floor-to-ceiling custom masonry stonework. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a massive walk-in closet, private bath featuring a soaker tub and walk-in tile shower, and a secure safe room/panic room. Two additional oversized bedrooms include built-in desks, ideal for guests or work-from-home flexibility. A beautifully finished guest bathroom offers a large walk-in tile shower, and a separate laundry room adds convenience. The home is equipped with in-floor heat throughout, granite countertops, an industrial-sized refrigerator, and high-end stainless steel appliances. An attached, insulated, and heated two-stall garage ensures comfort year-round, while the durable steel roof adds long-term value. Step outside to enjoy expansive acreage with established hunting and shooting lanes already in place—perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Ideally located just minutes from premier lakes including Turtle Lake and Northstar Lake, and surrounded by countless additional recreational opportunities. No detail has been overlooked in this high-quality, one-level home—where luxury meets the tranquility of the Northwoods.
First Time Offered in 60 Years, a rare northern Minnesota gem. Welcome to a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a stunning full log cabin retreat nestled on 9+- private acres and surrounded by six-thousand acres of pristine USDA forest land. Located just north of Grand Rapids in the legendary Chippewa National Forest, this one-of-a-kind property also boasts over 1500 feet of shoreline on the serene and fully recreational East Smith Lake. This is the kind of place that captures the spirit of a true Up North getaway, tall pines, unspoiled wilderness, and a quiet, gradual slope leading to a hard sand-bottomed shoreline that feels like it belongs in a storybook. Lovingly built in the 1960s and meticulously kept ever since, the log cabin is a beautifully preserved time capsule. Inside, you will find two cozy bedrooms, a charming sleeping loft, a functional kitchen, and a spacious great room featuring soaring 15-foot ceilings and a high-efficiency wood stove that invites you to gather year-round. The large tuck-under garage below offers convenient space for toys and tools. Step outside and you will discover even more, a lakeside wood-burning sauna, a quaint shower house and potter’s shed, and the detached garage is complete with a sleeping loft for overflow guests or extra storage. East Smith Lake is a hidden treasure: 152 acres, five miles of shoreline, and thirty-eight feet deep, perfect for fishing, kayaking, and water sports all summer long. Whether you are looking for a private family retreat, a peaceful base for outdoor adventures, or a legacy property to pass down through generations, this rare offering is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Andrea D. Conner, License # 40471694,Xome Inc., License 40368414, [email protected], 844-400-XOME (9663), 750 State Highway 121 Bypass, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75067

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Marcell is located in Minnesota. Marcell, Minnesota has a population of 412. Marcell is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 13.71% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.16%.
The median household income in Marcell, Minnesota is $63,594. The median household income for the surrounding county is $58,393 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Marcell is 51.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 77.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -4.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 28.2 inches per year, with 48.1 inches of snow per year.