$3,500,000
9745 Whistling Valley Road
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
MLS# 6788987
6 beds  |  7 baths  |  9511 sqft
Set high on a hill in a private Lake Elmo neighborhood, this extraordinary custom-built estate spans nearly 10,000 finished square feet and offers six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and an elevator that services every level.
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Set high on a hill in a private Lake Elmo neighborhood, this extraordinary custom-built estate spans nearly 10,000 finished square feet and offers six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and an elevator that services every level. Thoughtfully designed with exquisite detail and uncompromising craftsmanship, the home blends refined luxury with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, creating an environment as functional as it is breathtaking. The entry sets the stage with impressive custom double doors opening into a soaring two-story great room. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame tranquil views, while a dramatic stone fireplace anchors the space. Rich hickory wood flooring and impeccable millwork add timeless elegance, and ten-foot ceilings carry throughout the main level, enhancing the sense of openness and light. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is a masterpiece of design and function. Alder cabinetry—milled on site and finished with a custom stain—pairs with granite countertops, double ovens, and high-end Thermador appliances throughout. A walk-in pantry and nearby beverage station bring everyday ease. The ten-foot center island with breakfast bar seating stands as the centerpiece of the kitchen. The dining area, framed by windows and statement lighting, creates an inviting setting that moves with ease from everyday meals to entertaining. The living space extends into a three-season insulated sunroom, where cedar walls, ceilings, and floors pair with a cozy gas fireplace to create a welcoming retreat. With direct access to the back deck, it’s the perfect place to relax. Just off the entry, the main-level office is enclosed by custom French doors and elevated with a full wall of Alder built-ins and wood-beam ceiling accents—a refined space to work or study. Nearby, a powder room with dramatic stone walls makes a bold design statement. The adjacent mudroom is thoughtfully designed for everyday convenience, featuring lockers, bench seating, counter space, and a walk-in closet, with direct access to the heated three-car garage. A standout feature of the property is the private mother-in-law suite, designed as a complete residence of its own. It enjoys a private entrance, front patio, and a heated single-car garage, ensuring both comfort and independence. Inside, the suite features a custom kitchen with a cooktop, wall oven, warming drawer, and pantry. It opens to a sun-filled living room centered around its own gas fireplace. The spacious bedroom includes a walk-in closet and laundry space. Added conveniences include a private deck and shared access to the sunroom—creating an exceptional retreat for guests or residents alike. The ensuite bath offers heated tile floors and an ADA-accessible walk-in shower. Upstairs in the main home, the primary suite is a true sanctuary. Elegant French doors open to a bedroom crowned with an Alder wood tray ceiling and soft ambient lighting. A double-sided fireplace warms both the bedroom and the ensuite. A spa-like experience awaits in the private ensuite with heated tile floors, a deep soaking tub, and dual vanities. A spacious walk-in tiled shower with bench seating adds comfort and function to the space. The expansive walk-in closet enhances everyday living with a center island, custom built-ins, and thoughtful touches like a pull-out ironing station and built-in hamper. The upper level offers three additional bedrooms, each with its own character and thoughtful design. One bedroom features a built-in window bench with cabinetry and a desk area, creating the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. It also includes a walk-in closet and a private ensuite with a large tub-and-shower combination. The second bedroom also enjoys built-in window seating, dressers, and a walk-in closet for plenty of organization. It has its own ¾ ensuite bath with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. The fourth upper-level bedroom offers versatile use, serving seamlessly as a bedroom or a stylish bonus space perfect for play, study, or quiet retreat. Plush carpeting underfoot, abundant natural light streaming through multiple windows, and a walk-in closet create an inviting and functional atmosphere. The adjoining half bath adds thoughtful convenience for guests or daily use. Completing the upper level is a fully finished laundry room, designed with everyday ease in mind. Outfitted with Maytag washer and dryer, abundant cabinetry, counterspace, and a sink, it ensures that functionality extends throughout the entire floor. The lower level is an entertainer’s paradise with heated floors throughout. It begins with a showstopping wet bar, complete with Brazilian granite and a two-tier peninsula. Additional highlights include a Thermador dishwasher, beverage fridges, icemaker, and filtered water system. Just beyond, a tiered home theater offers plush carpeting, mood lighting, and a 150-inch projection screen. The adjoining recreation room adds more bar seating and a fireplace set against a striking stone accent wall, creating a warm and welcoming space to gather. With walkout access to the patio, the living area extends seamlessly outdoors for effortless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the 700+ bottle cellar, featuring cedar storage and imported Chicago brick flooring for timeless character. The lower level also includes an additional bedroom, paired with a nearby ¾ bath that doubles as a private spa retreat. Tile flooring, built-in cabinetry, and built-in bench seating ensure plenty of function and storage in this space. A massive steam shower with aromatherapy, custom mood lighting, and integrated speakers creates an immersive experience for ultimate relaxation. These rare features transform everyday comfort into a true luxury escape. The lower level features a second laundry room with walkout access to the pool deck, along with ample storage options. A versatile utility area with a partial concrete ceiling and walls offers the potential to be enclosed as a future safe room. Outside, the grounds are as impressive as the interiors. The fully fenced backyard is anchored by a 44-by-20-foot in-ground pool. Enhanced by a spectacular pool house with soaring cedar ceilings, an expansive island, wood-burning fireplace, gas grill with vented hood, beverage fridges, powered screens, and built-in speakers—this space rivals the finest resorts. The covered patio extends entertaining with a ceiling fan and TV, while beautiful landscaping and a full irrigation system complete the setting. Every detail of this home speaks to exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Powered window shades, more than 35 integrated speakers, and a central vacuum with kick plates add ease and sophistication to daily living. A whole-home water purification system and custom woodwork throughout elevate both comfort and style. Together, these features create a rare blend of refined elegance, practical functionality, and resort-style amenities—all within a private setting. Every detail is crafted to inspire and impress, offering a lifestyle that feels effortless, luxurious, and truly extraordinary. A rare opportunity awaits—make it yours.

Property Description
Set high on a hill in a private Lake Elmo neighborhood, this extraordinary custom-built multigenerational estate offers nearly 10,000 finished square feet with six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and an elevator serving every level. Designed with uncompromising craftsmanship, the home blends refined luxury with a warm, inviting atmosphere, creating a residence as functional as it is breathtaking. The entry opens through custom double doors into a dramatic two-story great room, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame serene views and a striking stone fireplace anchors the space. Hickory wood floors, rich millwork, and ten-foot ceilings add timeless elegance throughout the main level. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is both stunning and practical, featuring Alder cabinetry milled on site, granite countertops, double ovens, and Thermador appliances. A ten-foot island with seating encourages connection, while a walk-in pantry and beverage station add convenience. The adjacent dining room flows into a three-season cedar sunroom with fireplace and deck access, ideal for year-round enjoyment. A private in-law suite provides an exceptional multigenerational living option, offering complete independence with its own entrance, garage, full kitchen, laundry, and deck—perfect for guests or residents seeking privacy and autonomy. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with an Alder wood tray ceiling, double-sided fireplace, spa-inspired bath, and expansive custom closet. Three additional bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with private bathrooms, plus a nearby laundry room, complete the upper level. The lower level is an entertainer’s dream with heated floors, a full bar, tiered theater, recreation room with fireplace, 700+ bottle wine cellar, steam shower spa, second laundry room, and walkout access to the pool deck. Outdoors, a resort-worthy pool and pool house offer soaring cedar ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, grill, powered screens, and built-in speakers. Every detail, from powered window shades to whole-home water purification, reflects thoughtful design and elevated living. This estate is more than a home—it’s a rare opportunity for luxury multigenerational living and everyday life as extraordinary.

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Contract Information
Status: Active
Contingency: None
Current Price: $3,500,000
Original List Price: 3500000
ListPrice: 3500000
List Date: 2025-09-26
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
General Property Information
Assoc Mgmt Co. Phone #: 612-381-8600
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Mgmt Co. Name: Cities Management
Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 6
Waterfront YN: No
Year Built: 2018
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 6
Baths Total: 7
Bath Full: 2
Bath Three Quarters: 3
Bath Half: 2
Main Floor Total SqFt: 3410
Above Grd Total SqFt: 6101
Below Grd Total SqFt: 3410
Total SqFt: 9511
Total Finished Sqft: 9476.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 3410
Association Fee: 300
Garage Stalls: 4
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Acres: 0.76
Assessment Pending: No
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 20004
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 6101
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 3375
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 43 X 27, 21 x 14
Garage Square Feet: 1465
Public Survey Info
Range#: 21
Section#: 27
Township#: 29
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 9745
Street Name: Whistling Valley
Street Suffix: Road
Postal City: Lake Elmo
County: Washington
State: MN
Zip Code: 55042
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Whistling Valley 2nd Add
Property Features
Accessible: Accessible Elevator Installed; Roll-In Shower
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s); Deck; French Doors; Hardwood Floors; In-Ground Sprinkler; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Outdoor Kitchen; Patio; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Security System; Sun Room; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Wet Bar
Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger; Chandelier; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Filtration System
Association Fee Includes: Professional Mgmt
Basement: Egress Windows; Full; Storage Space; Sump Pump; Tile Shower
Bath Description: Steam Shower; Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Main Floor 3/4 Bath; Upper Level 1/2 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath; Upper Level Full Bath; Full Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement; Bathroom Ensuite; Jetted Tub; Separate Tub & Shower; Walk-In Shower Stall
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar; Eat In Kitchen; Informal Dining Room; Kitchen/Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Fiber Board
Family Room Characteristics: 2 Story/High/Vaulted Ceilings; Great Room; Main Level
Fencing: Full
Fireplace Characteristics: 2-Sided; Gas Burning; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Stone; Wood Burning
Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Laundry: Laundry Closet; Laundry Room; Lower Level; Main Level; Sink; Upper Level
Lot Description: Irregular Lot
Outbuildings: Pool House
Parking Characteristics: Multiple Garages; Garage Door Opener; Heated Garage
Pool Description: Below Ground
Road Frontage: No Outlet/Dead End; Paved Streets
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Asphalt Shingles
Second Unit: Existing In-Law w/Bath; Existing In-Law w/Kitchen
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Sewer: Shared System
Special Search: 2nd Floor Laundry; 4 BR on One Level; Main Floor Bedroom; Main Floor Laundry; Primary Bdr Suite
Stories: Two
Water: Private; Well
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Foyer12 X 8Main
Great Room21 X 19Main
Dining Room19 X 9Main
Laundry12 X 10Upper
Laundry12 X 10Lower
First (1st) Bedroom19 X 15Upper
Second (2nd) Bedroom16 X 14Upper
Third (3rd) Bedroom14 X 12Upper
Kitchen21 X 16Main
Kitchen19 X 10
Office20 X 11Main
Mud Room18 X 11Main
Recreation Room21 X 18Lower
Living Room19 X 15
Fourth (4th) Bedroom42 X 21Upper
Fifth (5th) Bedroom13 X 12Lower
Bar/Wet Bar Room24 X 12Lower
Amusement Room22 X 20Lower
Sixth (6th) Bedroom16 X 14
Sun Room19 X 17Main
IDX
Listing Office: eXp Realty

Last Updated: September - 17 - 2026

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