$699,900
1615 State 84 NW Backus, MN 56435 - Ponto
For Sale MLS# 7088121
3 beds 2 baths 1,637 sq ft Single Family
Details for 1615 State 84 NW
MLS# 7088121
Description for 1615 State 84 NW, Backus, MN, 56435 - Ponto
Some homes are built. Others are crafted. Set along 65 feet of shoreline on Ponto Lake, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home showcases a remarkable blend of natural materials, thoughtful design, and skilled workmanship. Nearly every room features distinctive details that make the home truly one of a kind. The kitchen is both beautiful and practical, featuring Minnesota Rainbow granite countertops, maple cabinetry, a five-burner gas stove, a wall pantry with cabinets and pull-out shelving, a built-in desk, and plenty of space for gathering around the peninsula. The peninsula is topped with a butcher block crafted from a blend of maple and hickory, adding another distinctive touch to the home’s thoughtful design. In-floor heat extends throughout the entire main level. The great room draws your attention immediately with its soaring two-story wall of windows overlooking the lake and a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace. Half-log accents, massive pine beams, and live-edge stair treads with whole-log railings and support posts create a warm and striking centerpiece that reflects the craftsmanship found throughout the home. The main-level owner’s suite offers a black ash wood ceiling, a large walk-in closet, and a beautifully finished bath featuring dual hickory vanities and a granite walk-in shower designed for two. Upstairs, the loft features beautiful Bird’s Eye maple flooring, while cedar-lined closets continue the home’s attention to detail. One bedroom showcases birch accents and the other hickory accents, giving each space its own unique personality. A second bath with granite finishes serves the upper level. The thoughtful use of wood and stone throughout the home creates a sense of warmth and individuality, with each room offering its own distinctive details. Outside, a large maintenance-free wraparound deck includes a covered grilling area with lighting for evenings outdoors. Mature pines, oaks, and maples frame the property, while the fire pit area and gardens provide inviting spaces to relax and enjoy the setting. Across the lake, a backdrop of trees preserves the natural view, and northwest exposure brings beautiful sunsets that can be enjoyed through the great room’s towering windows. Additional features include a heated and insulated three-car detached garage and a storage shed, providing plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, and lake gear. This is a home where every material was chosen with purpose, every detail was thoughtfully considered, and every sunset reminds you why lake living is worth it.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family, Rural Residential
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
Square Feet: 1,637 sq ft
Year Built: 2005
Foundation: 1,316 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1.5 Stories
County: Cass
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 2174 - Pine River-Backus
Room Information
Main Floor
Bathroom: 11.8x5
Bathroom: 8.8x12.8
Bedroom 1: 14x13.4
Dining Room: 14.9x11
Foyer: 7x8
Kitchen: 11.9x20.10
Living Room: 16.10x17.9
Utility Room: 11x8.8
Upper Floor
Bedroom 2: 10x14.10
Bedroom 3: 11.6x10.11
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Dining: Informal Dining Room
Bath Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 1,637 sq ft
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener - Owned, Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Fuel Tank - Rented
Basement: Concrete Block
Fireplaces: 1, Living Room
Additional Interior Features: Main Floor Laundry, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Utilities
Water: 4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
Sewer: Private, Mound, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Cooling: Central
Heating: Propane, Fireplace, Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
Exterior / Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Detached Garage, Driveway - Gravel, Garage Dimensions - 26x36, Garage Sq Ft - 1014.
Exterior: Vinyl
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Lot View: Lake
Lot Dimensions: 65x226x31x128x176
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Deck, Tree Coverage - Medium, Road Frontage - US Highway
Out Buildings: Shed - Storage
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: Ponto
DNR Lake ID: 11023400
Water Front Features: Lake Front
Water Frontage Length: 65 Ft.
Lake Acres: 388
Lake Depth: 60 Ft.
Lake Bottom: Hard,Sand
Waterfront Slope: Level
Driving Directions
From Longville - Head S on Hwy 84 for 12.5 miles to the subject property.
Financial Considerations
Tax/Property ID: 320152201
Tax Amount: 2284
Tax Year: 2026
HomeStead Description: Homesteaded
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