78 Bridgewater Drive, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 - MLS# 7142760

Exceptional custom five-bedroom two-story home filled with architectural character, quality updates, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. The dramatic two-story great room features custom cherry built-ins, specialty Spotted Gum hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and views into the tiled four-season porch that spans the length of the home. The heated porch offers year-round enjoyment and opens to a wraparound deck overlooking the backyard. Just beyond, enjoy your own private outdoor retreat with an in-ground pool, pool shed, cedar privacy fencing, and an expansive yard with plenty of room for gardening, games, and entertaining. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a charming built-in dining bench. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cozy family room, while the formal dining room provides the perfect setting for holiday gatherings and entertaining. A separate laundry room adds everyday convenience. Curved stairway walls create a distinctive architectural focal point and add to the home's unique design.

The lower level welcomes guests with a spacious tiled entry and a stunning family room addition featuring leaded glass windows, a gas fireplace flanked by custom maple built-ins, and a wet bar with stone countertops. Also on this level are two additional bedrooms currently used as home offices with built-in desks, offering exceptional flexibility for remote work, hobbies, or guest accommodations. An updated half bath serves this area and may offer future potential for conversion back to a ¾ bath, providing added convenience for the adjacent bedrooms. A striking exterior glass block wall fills the staircase with natural light as it leads to the basement level, offering excellent storage space or flex area for hobbies or exercise.

The upper level includes three bedrooms, including a private owner's suite with a ¾ bath and tile flooring, along with an additional full bath. Major updates include roof (2020), LP SmartSide siding (2021), Andersen windows, furnace, air conditioner and water heater (2021), 43 solar panels (2023), cedar fence (2023), and a non-Tesla EV charger (2021). The oversized 2.5-car garage provides excellent storage.

Located in the highly regarded Mounds View School District, the home offers convenient access to both Vadnais Lake and Sucker Lake, where miles of scenic trails provide opportunities for walking, running, biking, fishing, and cross-country skiing. Enjoy the beauty of the creek connecting the lakes, a lakeside pavilion, and exceptional access to outdoor recreation. Nearby Turtle and Snail Lakes offer full recreational amenities, including boating, beaches, and expansive park areas.