Property Description Rare Ruth Lake cabin | Architect-Designed Legacy Property | Exceptional Sunsets. Offered for the first time since it was built, this exceptional cabin on beautiful Ruth Lake in Emily, Minnesota, presents a rare opportunity to own a truly special Up North retreat. Designed and built by a well-known Twin Cities architect, the property blends timeless design, natural materials, and a deep connection
to its stunning lakeside setting. Situated on approximately 1.25 acres with over 150 feet of west-facing shoreline, the cabin enjoys breathtaking
sunset views across one of Minnesota's premier lakes. Ruth Lake is renowned for its crystal-clear water, featuring an impressive 21-foot water clarity and an A rating for water quality, making it ideal for swimming, boating, fishing, and family recreation.
The thoughtfully designed cabin comfortably accommodates family and guests with a lofted upper level featuring one bedroom and two bunk areas, providing sleeping space for up to six. A recently added standalone family room
expands the living area and includes two fold-out sofas, allowing accommodations for an additional four guests. Inside, two natural wood-burning fireplaces create the warm and inviting atmosphere that defines the Northwoods experience. Outside, a lakeside firepit provides the perfect gathering place for evening conversations, s'mores, and unforgettable sunsets over the water.
The spacious lot offers privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors, while a detached garage near the back of the property provides ample storage for your boat, recreational vehicles, and all the equipment that makes lake life
so enjoyable. Whether you're seeking a family legacy property, a peaceful weekend escape, or a one-of-a-kind architect-designed lake home, this Ruth Lake cabin offers an extraordinary opportunity to create memories for generations to come.
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Contract Information
Status: Active
Contingency: None
Current Price: 495000
Original List Price: 495000
ListPrice: 495000
List Date: 2026-07-01
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
General Property Information
Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Square Feet
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Frontage: 150
Waterfront YN: Yes
Year Built: 1977
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Other, Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 3
Baths Total: 1
Bath Three Quarters: 1
Main Floor Total SqFt: 775
Above Grd Total SqFt: 1275
Total SqFt: 1275
Lot Size SqFt: 43560
Total Finished Sqft: 1275.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Ruth
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 775
Garage Stalls: 2
Lot Dimensions: 31x129x357x161x238
Assessment Pending: No
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 21526
Street Name: Ruth Lake
Street Suffix: Drive
Postal City: Emily
County: Crow Wing
State: MN
Zip Code: 56447
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 3682
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 1275
Lake Details
Lake Acres: 599
Lake Depth: 39
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
DP Resource: Yes
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Square Feet: 440
Public Survey Info
Range#: 26
Section#: 27
Township#: 138
Property Features
Accessible: None
Air Conditioning: None
Amenities Unit: Deck; Kitchen Window
Appliances: Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Basement: Crawl Space
Bath Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath
Construction Materials: Frame
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Kitchen/Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Existing Financing: Free and Clear
Exterior: Cedar
Family Room Characteristics: Family Room
Fireplace Characteristics: Family Room; Wood Burning