Elegance meets tranquility on Whaletail Lake, a fully recreational and excellent fishing lake just west of Lake Minnetonka. Set on nearly 9 picturesque acres with more than 225 feet of private lakefront, this secluded oasis is thoughtfully positioned to capture stunning views from every room. This exquisite French country-style residence was designed by the award-winning Mike Sharratt and seamlessly blends timeless architecture with modern comfort. The open-concept floor plan is both functional and inviting, featuring a vaulted great room with a beautiful wood-burning floor-to-ceiling two-story stone fireplace. The gourmet chef’s kitchen has a butler’s pantry, state-of the-art oven, spacious center island, beautiful stone countertops and stylish walnut accents. The main-floor primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, complete with serene lake views and walk right out to your wrap around porch. The main-floor also provides a flexible multi-use room perfect for your home office and convenient mudroom off the garage with custom built-in’s. The second level presents you with 3 more bedrooms, a princess balcony loft and home theatre room that could serve as many other spaces. The walk-out lower level is ready for your vision and gives you fantastic storage space. Outdoors - enjoy magical green spaces, groomed walking paths and unmatched privacy—all just 23 miles to Mpls, minutes from the shopping/dining of Mound and with nearby access to the scenic Dakota Regional Trail. You will also love the abundant wildlife that passes through and your own mini orchard complete with apple, pear and tart cherry trees. This one-of-a-kind lakeside estate is the perfect combination of refined living and natural beauty. You truly won’t find another property like this so close to the twin cities. Come to your happy place and spend your time hunting, fishing, gardening and hobby- farming.
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Price cut: $100K (10/16)
$1,495,000
1755 Chateau Way, Maple Plain, MN 55359
4beds
3,515sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
8.62 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$425/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern comfortWrap around porchSpacious center islandTimeless architectureFantastic storage spaceSerene lake viewsHome office
- 79 days |
- 2,571 |
- 105 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 20, 2025 at 09:48am
Listed by:
Emily B Walvatne 612-978-8915,
Edina Realty, Inc.,
Anne M Gustafson 651-271-5709
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6792804
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Flex Room, Mud Room, Loft, Media Room, Foyer
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x14
Flex room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 147 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x17
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Media room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 392 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28x14
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x6
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Radiant Floor, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Chandelier, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Drain Tiled,Full,Storage Space,Sump Basket,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,515
- Total interior livable area: 3,515 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,515
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Wrap Around
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Dock, Lake Front, Pond, Waterfront Num(27018401)
- Body of water: North Whaletail Lake
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 225
Lot
- Size: 8.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 97 x 127 x 1143 x 140 x 210 x 200 x 29
- Features: Irregular Lot, Many Trees
- Topography: Gently Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Additional Garage, Chicken Coop/Barn, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 2255
- Parcel number: 1711724130007
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone, Fiber Cement, Block
- Roof: Shake,Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 39
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Chateau De Lac 2nd Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Maple Plain
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $425/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,650,600
- Annual tax amount: $20,335
- Date on market: 9/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $1,495,000-6.3%$425/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6792804 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$454/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6792804 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Listing removed | $1,595,000$454/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735068 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2025 | Price change | $1,595,000-5.9%$454/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735068 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2025 | Price change | $1,695,000-8.4%$482/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735068 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,335 +3.9% | $1,650,600 -4.7% |
| 2024 | $19,569 +15.3% | $1,731,100 +0.4% |
| 2023 | $16,971 +14.6% | $1,723,900 +15.8% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$7,728/mo
Principal & interest
$5797
Property taxes
$1408
Home insurance
$523
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55359
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Watertown-Mayer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 4.6 mi
- 8/10Watertown-Mayer Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 8/10Watertown Mayer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
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