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MLS# 7078769 - 1144 120th Avenue SW Byron, MN 55920

Spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home nestled on 3 beautiful wooded acres, offering the perfect blend of privacy, wildlife, and peaceful country living — where the cocktail-hour sophistication of Mad Men meets the soul of a 1970s countryside retreat. Timeless, warm, effortlessly nostalgic, and quietly luxurious in all the ways that matter. Connected to the highly regarded Byron Public Schools community, this well-maintained property is more than a home — it is a collection of memories wrapped in oak trees and the hush of country air. Inside, inviting living spaces are designed for both comfortable everyday living and unforgettable gatherings. Custom stained glass window about the front door, and striking wooden beams and vaulted ceilings create warmth and character, while rich wood tones and vintage details give the home a soulful charm rarely found today. Also notable is the garage entrance to the basement and the side entrance to the office. The spacious 3-season porch serves as the ultimate summer retreat, featuring a dedicated grilling station, exhaust fan, and two-sided fireplace perfect for enjoying cool evenings both indoors and out. Downstairs, the lower kitchen once buzzed with the comforts of homemade living — rows of canned vegetables, homemade sausage, and the scent of potato pancakes drifting upstairs while snowstorms painted the windows white. Life here unfolds slowly and beautifully. Mornings begin with coffee on the porch as mist rises over the fields and orioles, red-headed woodpeckers, and magnificent pileated woodpeckers dart between towering trees. Deer wander quietly through the yard, pheasants rustle through tall grasses, and the soundtrack of life becomes rain falling softly, boots crunching through fresh snow, and the distant laughter of children exploring the woods and water. This was the kind of home where bonfires burned late into autumn nights, where school parties and after-football-game gatherings filled the rooms with music and stories, and where wedding receptions transformed the property into celebrations beneath the stars. Chickens and ducks once roamed the grounds while gardens flourished beside open fields. Summers brought badminton tournaments in the yard, horseback rides across the countryside, and afternoons spent beneath old oaks with a favorite book in hand. And perhaps the rarest luxury of all is the silence. No city chaos. Just stillness, privacy, wildlife, and the rare comfort of a home so quiet you hardly hear it at all. Major updates have already been completed for peace of mind, including a newer roof and gutters (2022), A/C (2022), furnace (2024), and the water softener and water heater are new this year! Many windows provide abundant natural light and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The home has also been pre-inspected for added confidence. For those longing for a home with stories in its walls, room to breathe, unforgettable gatherings, and a touch of vintage sophistication worthy of a Don Draper weekend hideaway, this one-of-a-kind countryside retreat is truly unforgettable.

Coldwell Banker Realty is the brokerage office representing the owner for this listing.
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