Welcome to 1515 Bavarian Shores Drive in Chaska, MN, an amazing lakeshore estate nestled on 2.6 acres of park-like grounds.

Key home details

·         Almost 6800 Square Feet

·         Six Bedrooms- Four bedrooms up and two on lower level

·         5 Fireplaces

·         4 Bathrooms

·         5 Car Garage

·         Main Floor Office

·         In Ground Pool

·         235’ of Lakeshore

The professionally landscaped grounds feature an abundant use of boulders, plants, pavers, green space, tree coverage and interesting wildlife.

The home welcomes you with a dramatic two story foyer. On the main level, entertain in the formal living and dining areas. The kitchen hosts a large granite center island, double wall ovens, panel front appliances, and eat-in kitchen. The kitchen opens to the family room, where you can enjoy the floor to ceiling windows with the great view of the lake, built-ins for your favorite electronics, a wet bar, and room for a card/poker table.

The smart design of the laundry/mudroom creates an efficient place to take care of the family’s laundry needs (utilize both the front-loading washer and dryer as well as the additional stacking unit), store all your outside gear, and keep the mess in the house to a minimum.

The master suite is a dream…enjoy the dramatic view of the lake, both inside and on the private deck. The room is cozy with it’s unique fireplace and television set up. The master bath includes a self-cleaning tub, double head steam shower, and a massive walk- in closet, featuring a smart set up by California closets.

In addition to the other bedrooms on this level, there is an expansive bonus room which can be used for a bedroom, studio, playroom or many other uses.

The walkout lower level boasts a cozy family room, with a billiard table set up. Perfect for large families, you’ll also find two large bedrooms and a three-quarter bath. There is a sauna room that needs just a few finishing touches - enjoy the warmth on those cold winter nights.

If you have lots of vehicles, the property boasts 5 stalls, plus additional outdoor parking. All spaces are heated, and two are cooled.

Lake Bavaria is 163 acres of great fishing, boating, and summer time fun. According to the DNR, there are more northern pike here than at least 75% of similar lakes in the state. The lake reaches depths of 60 feet.

Along with summer fun on the lake, you will enjoy swimming in the 37x18 in ground pool. The pool uses a salt based treatment system (no harsh chemicals) along with a robotic cleaner and a mechanical cover. This pool is all the fun without all the maintenance.

The three-level second structure can have multiple uses. The main level is finished with both heating and cooling. This can easily be used for an additional two car garage, or studio, Use your imagination. Upstairs is a bonus room…easily converted to whatever you need it to be with a few panels of sheet rock. The lower level is smart storage for all your toys..lawn equipment, boat, and all the rest of the toys.

Chronology of Major updates and renovations

2002 - West end of the home expanded, and the second structure built.

2009 - Master bedroom renovation, second floor bonus room, additional fireplaces, basement remodel, landscaping and swimming pool constructed.