luxury houses for sale Excelsior, United States

An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Lake Minnetonka's most coveted waterfront properties in highly desirable Smithtown Bay. Situated on over one acre with approximately 140 feet of level, west-facing sandy lakeshore, this exceptional estate captures breathtaking sunset views and offers a rare combination of privacy, prestige, and potential. Originally transformed through an expansive remodel by renowned architect Charles Stinson in 1994, the residence showcases architectural vision and quality craftsmanship throughout. A winding driveway and more than 400 feet of paver drive and walkways create a grand approach to the home, setting the stage for this remarkable lakefront retreat. Whether you choose to enjoy the home as it stands today, reimagine and renovate it to suit your lifestyle, or take advantage of this irreplaceable setting to build your dream estate, the possibilities are truly endless. The generous lot, coveted shoreline, and premier location near Howard's Point Marina and within the award-winning Minnetonka School District make this a once-in-a-generation offering. Bring your imagination and be delightfully surprised by the incredible opportunity that awaits. This home has been virtually staged. Sold AS-IS.

An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Lake Minnetonka's most iconic properties. Held by the current owners for over 35 years, this remarkable estate is highlighted by its Japanese-inspired pagoda boathouse -featured on the cover of Lake Minnetonka Boathouses and in Legendary Homes of Lake Minnetonka. Set on 1.98 acres with an impressive 267 feet of west-facing gradual sloped shoreline, the property offers sweeping sunset views across A rated Smithtown Bay and the uninhabited Wawatosa Island. Whether you choose to reimagine the existing turn of the century Asian Victorian residence-perfectly matched with its one of a kind, water's edge boathouse-or design a custom lakeside retreat from the ground up, this property offers a rare opportunity to shape a truly exceptional legacy estate in an unmatched setting.

Stunning Lake Minnetonka home with 180' of A-grade lakeshore on the upper lake. Steiner and Koppelman-built and designed for main-level living with soaring vaults, hardwood floors and walls of windows showcasing miles of big water views and dramatic sunsets. Main floor primary suite, wood-paneled study and lakeside sunroom with fireplace. Multiple outdoor gathering spaces include upper and lower verandas - each with a fireplace. Walkout lower level features a family room with fieldstone fireplace, full bar and 600-bottle wine cellar. Three additional bedrooms, exercise room and two baths. Private setting dotted with maple trees located in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown Excelsior, parks and the LRT Trail. Award-winning Minnetonka Schools.

Introducing 5570 Wedgewood Drive in Shorewood, located in award-winning Minnetonka School District. This private and wooded 1.26 acre parcel is adjacent to the Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail and backdropped by a meandering creek. To help illustrate the potential of this exceptional homesite, Gonyea Custom Homes has paired the property with one of its most beloved model home designs-a stunning modern rustic residence that blends timeless architecture with warm, inviting living spaces. Designed to complement its natural surroundings, this home welcomes you with a spacious foyer that opens into light-filled gathering spaces, including a two-story great room with beautiful stonework, custom built-ins, and expansive windows. The gourmet kitchen features a large island, premium appliances, and an oversized scullery, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The upper level offers spacious bedroom retreats, including a luxurious primary suite, while thoughtfully designed bonus spaces provide flexibility for work, hobbies, and family life. The walkout lower level expands the home's livability with areas for recreation, fitness, entertaining, and hosting overnight guests. To experience the potential of this home firsthand, we invite you to tour Gonyea Custom Homes' model home at 10393 Pheasant Ridge Road in Victoria.

Let nature and sunlight pour in all day in this exceptional executive walkout, set on a private half-acre with protected, non-buildable wetland and beautiful southern exposure. Soaring windows and an open-concept main level create bright, inviting spaces, while accordion bi-fold doors open to an expansive rear deck for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The beautifully renovated mudroom and laundry were taken down to the studs, and the thoughtfully designed floor plan includes four upper-level bedrooms, each with direct bath access, including a luxurious primary suite with heated floors and steam shower. Additional highlights include two main-floor home offices, two gas fireplaces, a walkout lower level, hot tub, multi-hole putting green, and a deep three-car heated garage with dog wash and EV charger connection. Exceptionally maintained and truly turn-key, this home offers privacy, nature, and year-round enjoyment just one mile from downtown Excelsior via scenic walking trails, 20 minutes from downtown Wayzata, and 25 minutes from MSP Airport.

Impeccably set on the 18th fairway of the award winning Deer Run Golf Course. This beautifully updated townhome boasts stunning westerly views from floor to ceiling windows, flooding the home with gorgeous, natural light. With no homes to the northwest of the property, you enjoy more light and privacy than other units. A brand new stunning ivory limestone fireplace and Heat and Glo insert are a perfect focal point in the living room. The warmth of the kitchen is complemented by the rich wood cabinetry, granite countertops, undermount lighting, and well appointed appliances. A main floor primary suite offers incredible flexibility with layout, spacious walk in closet, and a bathroom featuring a double sink vanity clad in granite, and a separate soaking tub and shower. French doors welcome you to a main floor office, den, second bedroom, or flex space. The lower level offers ample entertaining space with a wall of daylight windows, charming wet bar, large third bedroom, 3/4 bath, huge laundry room, and storage. The oversized heated garage is fully finished including a durable epoxy floor. The maintenance-free deck is set to afternoon light and expansive golf course views. Minutes away from Downtown Victoria with its darling dining and boutiques.

Turn-key home in the heart of Excelsior! Enjoy the flowing floorplan offering a spacious great room with stone-surround fireplace, walls of windows and beverage bar- the perfect space for entertaining! Beautifully updated gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances including additional beverage fridge; formal and informal dining areas with sliding doors that open to the expansive outdoor spaces, creating the perfect blend of indoor + outdoor living! The upper-level features 3 bedrooms including the spacious primary suite with vaulted ceiling; two guest bedrooms; guest bath and large loft. The lower-level features a large family room with fireplace + beverage bar; guest bedroom (currently used as an exercise room) and bathroom. 2-car extra deep garage with epoxy floor. Private backyard with mature trees and paver-surround firepit. Ideally located just steps to the Commons; beach; shops; restaurants and all the amenities downtown Excelsior has to offer!

Bayview, an exciting new, warm contemporary design that may be modified to meet buyers satisfaction. The lot provides westerly views of Lake Minnetonka and northeasterly views of a wetland in the distance. Stunning, Architectural work provided by Alexander Design Group. All Main Level Living. Property is assigned to the award winning, Minnetonka School district. Outdoor Pool is optional. Contact Jyland Construction Management for detailed information and onsite meeting.

The Ultimate Lake Minnetonka Retreat is an extraordinary lake house at 5940 Loring Drive in Minnetrista, where every season feels like a vacation. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac along the open waters of Upper Lake, this beautiful retreat combines classic lake living with the comforts of a substantial year-round home. Offering nearly 6,500 finished square feet, the residence includes five bedrooms and six bathrooms with spaces designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Sweeping lake views become part of the experience throughout the home, while the main-level primary suite provides the ease and privacy of one-level living. The property features a large, level yard beautifully framed by mature perennial gardens and lush landscaping. It is an ideal setting for entertaining, outdoor celebrations or simply giving children and grandchildren room to run and play. The peaceful cul-de-sac setting adds another layer of privacy and is especially appealing for families with young children. At the water’s edge, approximately 120 feet of Lake Minnetonka shoreline includes a hard-sand beach perfect for swimming and enjoying direct access to the lake. A triple-canopy boathouse with a spacious veranda overlooks Upper Lake, creating a spectacular setting for sunset views, morning coffee and long summer days on the water. Inside, the home has two distinct personalities. The main level captures the spirit of the ultimate summer beach house, filled with natural light and a relaxed lake-house feel. The great room and expansive kitchen create inviting gathering spaces, complemented by formal and informal dining areas and a dedicated home office. The walkout lower-level transforms into the ultimate winter cabin, warm and cozy after a day spent skating, snowshoeing or enjoying the frozen lake. A spacious family room centers around the fireplace, while a wet bar, pool table area, media room and wine cellar make this level equally suited for entertaining family and friends. Whether you’re boating, swimming, or entertaining in the expansive yard this home captures everything that makes Lake Minnetonka special. Located in the Westonka School District and just minutes from the shopping, dining and everyday conveniences of nearby Minnetrista, Mound and the western Lake Minnetonka communities, your new home offers a rare combination of substantial shoreline, open-water views, privacy and year-round lake living. This is more than a lake house. It is a true Lake Minnetonka retreat with everything you need to make memories year-round.

Stunning Hendel-built two-story set on over an acre of sweeping lawn on Lake Minnetonka. Walls of windows showcase panoramic westerly views from nearly every room. Seamless high-level finishes highlighted by enameled millwork, wide-plank white oak floors and endless detail throughout. The main level features a center-island kitchen with additional support area, two private office spaces and an exceptional lakeside patio complete with phantom screens and infrared heat. The upper level offers three ensuite bedrooms, including a lakeside primary suite with private terrace, luxury bath and spacious walk-in closet. Spacious bonus room perfect for game room, study space and more. The walkout lower level is designed for entertaining with family room, bar/lounge space, wine cellar, fourth bedroom, adjacent bath and additional laundry. A heated three-car garage plus a lower-level garage provides excellent space for vehicles and toys. Separate outbuilding offers additional storage and potential for future guest quarters. Conveniently located steps to pickleball, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park and Woodland Cove shopping. Award-winning Westonka Schools.

Exceptional Lake Minnetonka homesite offering 410 feet of prime shoreline on East Upper Lake. 1.45-acre setting provides a rare blend of tranquility, privacy, and a central lake location. Remodel this older three bedroom/three bathroom one-story home and boat house, or build new. Open to all builders! Enjoy access to the lifestyle and amenities of both downtown Excelsior and Wayzata. Located in the Westonka School District. The Dakota and Minnetonka regional trails are just minutes away. Please do not enter the property without an appointment.

EXCITING GENEVA MODEL! 5 bedrooms, 5 baths and a 3-car garage. The main level has an open floor plan complete with center-island gourmet kitchen, great room with fireplace, flex room, screened porch, deck and much more! The upper level features a primary suite with luxurious bath, three additional bedrooms, full Jack and Jill bath, en suite bath, a bonus room and second-floor laundry. The walk-out lower level has an additional bedroom, bath, family room, game room, wet bar and multi-purpose room. Meticulous attention to detail in the fit and finishes. Lovely landscaped yard. The Meadows on Halstead's Bay features a clubhouse and pool and access to 12 miles of blacktopped trails.

Conveniently secluded within Woodland Cove, this exceptional one-story walkout residence offers effortless main-level living, defined by layout that amplifies natural light throughout. The expansive, open-concept culinary kitchen, appointed with premium stainless steel appliances, flows seamlessly into the dining and fireside living room. A light-filled morning room connects the main level to the maintenance-free deck, offering an ideal setting for relaxed outdoor living amidst a tranquil backdrop of preserved green space and private, protected views. The spacious primary suite features a well-appointed three-quarter bath and a generous walk-in closet, complemented by picturesque views of the southeast-facing grounds. A secondary bedroom and a versatile den—ideal as a home office or sitting room—connect to the adjacent full bath. A refined mudroom and laundry bridge the oversized two-car garage to complete the main level. The 1,785-square-foot unfinished walkout lower level presents an ideal opportunity for additional space with drafted layouts for an additional bedroom alongside a roughed-in bath, great room, exercise or craft room, ample storage, and utility space. Patio sliders grant effortless access from the lower level to the secluded rear grounds. Upgraded selections throughout. Enjoy exclusive access to neighborhood Woodland Cove’s amenities, including two clubhouses with inground pools, private playgrounds, pickleball courts, and extensive walking trails connecting directly to the Carver Park Reserve. Positioned moments from shopping, dining, and recreation of Excelsior and Lake Minnetonka.

Executive Cape Cod charmer in the heart of the Lake Minnetonka area! Beautifully situated in the sought-after Pheasant Lawn neighborhood, this classic 5-bedroom, 4-bath home rests on a private, beautifully landscaped one-acre lot surrounded by mature trees. Thoughtfully renewed and expanded for today's lifestyle, the home retains all of its warmth, character and timeless Cape Cod appeal. The inviting main level features beautiful hardwood floors, custom millwork, three wood-burning fireplaces and a spacious primary suite with private bath and his and hers closets. An updated kitchen, fresh paint, updated interior doors and windows, and thoughtful improvements throughout make this home truly move-in ready. Completed in 2025, a gorgeous addition above the new attached 3-car garage offers exceptional flexibility. Designed to flow seamlessly with the existing home, the new space includes a family room, casual dining/game area, eat-in kitchen, bedroom with bath, and a large private deck overlooking the pool and grounds. With its own exterior stairway, the suite can also be closed off from the rest of the upper level, creating wonderful private quarters for in-laws, a nanny, live-in help, extended-stay guests, or a second primary suite. Step outside and the property becomes your own private retreat. A generous main-level deck overlooks the in-ground pool and lushly landscaped grounds, creating a natural extension of the home for outdoor dining and entertaining. The pool is complemented by a charming, screened gazebo and a separate pool house/cabana with serving windows, an incredible setting for summer entertaining, relaxed afternoons by the pool and evenings with family and friends. A garden shed, fully irrigated landscaping, including irrigation to the flower boxes, and the wooded one-acre setting complete the picture. Adding to the property's unique character, one of the home's entrances is marked by the historic entrance monument to Pheasant Lawn, a distinctive reminder of the neighborhood's past. The property also enjoys a second deeded driveway access from Pheasant Road. Additional highlights include two laundry rooms, one upstairs and one downstairs; a dry, partially finished lower level ready for your finishing touches; new roof in 2025; newer furnaces; and all new pool equipment in 2020. A rare combination of classic Cape Cod charm, beautifully updated living spaces, exceptional flexibility and a resort-like backyard, all in a sought-after Lake Minnetonka location with convenient access to both Hwy 7 and I-394 and there is just 1 Stop/Yield sign between the property and Highway 12 all the way to Downtown Minneapolis. Agent and/or buyer to verify all measurements and information.

A showpiece of timeless elegance and modern sophistication, this custom-built masterpiece stands among the most distinguished residences on Hazeltine National. Perfectly positioned along the 14th fairway-host to multiple PGA Championships-this home offers an extraordinary fusion of architectural artistry and captivating golf course views. Handcrafted woodwork, milled from trees on-site, is beautifully complemented by new James Hardie siding, all-new windows, and a fully refreshed interior. Expansive walls of glass invite panoramic fairway vistas, while the sun-filled great room showcases a dual-sided fireplace, wet bar, and seamless indoor-outdoor living to the main-level deck. The private owner's retreat is a sanctuary of relaxation, featuring a spa-inspired steam shower and an intimate 3-season porch overlooking the course. A chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances caters to both lavish entertaining and refined everyday living. The walkout lower level rivals a private resort, complete with a second wet bar, a dedicated hot yoga studio, and a guest suite with its own full bath and lounge area. Opportunities to own a home of this caliber, location, and craftsmanship are exceedingly rare. Discover one of Hazeltine's most remarkable residences-where timeless design and luxury golf-side living converge.

One story with three bedrooms, one full bathroom, attached garage, partially finished basement with laundry and room to add more living space.

Breathtaking Landschute-built home privately sited on an acre offering panoramic views over 170' of Christmas Lake shoreline! Enjoy the open flowing floorplan showcasing west-facing water views with unparalleled sunsets; spacious great room with wall of windows; large gourmet kitchen with walk-in pantry and dining area with access to the deck offering long water views! The main-level primary suite features a fireplace, private deck and spa-like bath (heated floor), and 2 walk-in closets! Walkout lower-level designed for entertaining with doors that open to the patio, creating the perfect blend of indoor + outdoor living! Additional features: two offices; media room area + wet bar, expansive storage space and boat house for additional storage at water's edge! Heated 3-car garage. Tranquil setting surrounded by soaring mature trees. Just minutes to all the amenities downtown Excelsior has to offer! Highly sought-after Minnetonka School District. Truly a must-see!

Enjoy an exceptional setting in the heart of Minnetonka Beach in this beautifully maintained Charles Cudd-built residence. Offering 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this sophisticated home features an updated kitchen, a finished lower level, and an abundance of open living spaces filled with natural light. The primary bedroom has a wonderful balcony with view of the lake. Designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, the home offers a wonderful flow between spacious interiors and the private, level backyard. Ideally located near the lake and offering access to a dock through the City, this remarkable property combines timeless architecture, thoughtful updates, and an enviable Minnetonka Beach location.

Welcome to 3698 Woodland Cove Parkway, sitting right on Lake Minnetonka with 106 feet of shoreline and two boat slips just steps away in the cove. The Americana style runs through the whole house, warm wood tones, vintage-inspired details, that lived-in feeling that usually takes decades to earn. Built by Kyle Hunt & Partners in 2021, this one has the charm of a long time lake home, with all of the benefits of new construction. The kitchen is made for real cooking and real gathering, with plenty of room for everyone to pile in. Four bedrooms, four baths, and an oversized garage for all the lake gear, bikes or all of life's extras. The all-season porch might end up being everyone's favorite spot, morning coffee in summer, cozy blankets in fall. And you're not just getting the house. Woodland Cove comes with a clubhouse and pool overlooking the lake, playgrounds, pickleball courts, and 12 miles of trails to explore right out your front door. Mackenthun's and a handful of local shops are just down the road too, so you've got everything close by without losing that tucked-away feeling. 1.04 acres, 106 feet of lakeshore, and a neighborhood built for the whole family. We welcome a private showing!

Experience exceptional Lake Minnetonka living on West Arm Bay, where panoramic water views and timeless design define this stunning custom retreat. Designed to maximize natural light from nearly every room, this home blends luxury and effortless lakeside living. The main level is ideal for entertaining with a lake-facing kitchen, dining, and living areas anchored by a stone fireplace, oversized quartz island, and premium appliances. Upstairs, find three spacious bedrooms, each featuring its own walk-in closet and private ensuite bath, including a serene primary suite with a spa-like bath and adjoining laundry. The walkout lower level features sliding glass doors for seamless lake access, a kitchenette, exercise room, Finnish-style sauna, and guest bedroom. Enjoy 50 feet of riprap shoreline, a private dock, and endless days on the water. Located in charming Mound, you will enjoy a premier up north lifestyle close to the Twin Cities.