Step into a piece of Minnesota history with this one-of-a-kind rural estate set on 80 acres of tillable land just outside Barnum. Built around the Civil War era using white pine timbers - this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers rustic charm and lots of opportunity with space to make it your dream homestead. The home features over 3,100 finished square feet, a new roof (2023), new gutters, and seven new garage doors. Inside, you’ll find a front foyer that opens to two den/study spaces and a sitting room showcasing original trophy and bookcases from St. Olaf College. The spacious living room offers a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the kitchen features tile and laminate flooring, a wood-burning stove, and spacious dining space. Upstairs includes five bedrooms and a full bath with double mirrors, including a primary suite with knotty pine walls, two walk-in closets, and its own private balcony. A main-level laundry/mudroom with a new back door adds convenience to everyday living. Outdoors, relax on the large front deck with its peaceful sitting area or explore the property’s multiple outbuildings - including a granary that was once a summer kitchen and is now a fun bar space, plus an additional shed for storage or creative use. The 15-stall garage offers excellent concrete floors, floor drains, and plenty of room for vehicles, tools, or hobbies. With raspberry bushes, four hay fields, a long driveway, and frequent wildlife sightings, this rare property combines privacy, natural beauty, and rich historical character - just minutes from I-35 in Barnum School District #91.
