Description

On the banks of Kimball Creek, and the shores of Gitchi Gummi, a bit east of Grand Marais, find this fine example of an early Cook County home, now fully modernized, furnished and well-loved. The old-timers had the choice of the best spots and this is one of them. Nestled below Scott's Bluff, named after early pioneer and Civil War Veteran A.J. Scott, the homesite is just perfect. Protected from the North winds, a lovely view of the property's Lake Superior pebble beach across the road, and a simple stroll to rolling and laughing Kimball Creek, a designated trout stream! A log home made the "fancy way": full log on the outside and flattened off inside for what was considered at the time upscale wall finishing: plaster, wall paper, etc. The current owners added on and remodeled it all to the comfortable and classy home it is today. What chapter will you, dear reader, write next? Lots to consider: there are three bedrooms, a couple bathrooms, class-act kitchen. The living room overlooks the Big Lake's many moods and provides access to a covered-porch and sprawling deck. Terrific entryway is light-filled and spaciously accommodates all the jackets, boots, hats, rain gear, this fun country requires! Large garage with a workshop outback. Stroll among the mature red pines, spruce and balsam over to the guest cabin! Tucked near to the Kimball's flow, the cabin is a place of respite and reflection: the tumbling sound of water slowing you down, getting the mind back to basics. Lots to explore on the property: 3 acres, 180+ feet of crystal-clear shoreline with pebble beach as far as the eye can see. Nearly 300' of frontage along the creek. Good cleared areas if gardening is your passion, or heck layout a croquet court. Look around and you'll sense cohesion. The land, flora, fauna and buildings have found a happy arrangement - settled in. Life is at-ease here: sylvan breezes, trout rising for a fly, wonders of bird migration, endless rolling waves since the glaciers freed up Superior's depths... It's all happening, take it in. Then, if you crave the "City Lights" head 10 minutes to Grand Marais: stock up, hear some live music, take in a play. Roll back east, the quieter side of things, to your home imbued with the good spirits of former owners, receptive and supportive of nurturing your life.

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Listed by: Timberwolff Realty Llc