Sold
Last Sold Price
8 beds3,420 sqft

8620 Idlewild, Sayner, WI 54560

Single FamilyProperty Type
16.64 acresLot Size
$775/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Prestigious Lakefront Estate on the sandy shores of Plum Lake! Family owned for 120 years, this historic property is a connection to the past and is truly incredible. The long, winding drive is breathtaking with huge, mature trees adorning either side. With over 16 acres of beautiful park-like acreage and over 600’ sand beach shoreline, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity. Built in 1905,the year-round 8BR/2BA main lodge measures 3420 sq ft with 2 fireplaces and stately lakeside porch. The three guest...Prestigious Lakefront Estate on the sandy shores of Plum Lake! Family owned for 120 years, this historic property is a connection to the past and is truly incredible. The long, winding drive is breathtaking with huge, mature trees adorning either side. With over 16 acres of beautiful park-like acreage and over 600’ sand beach shoreline, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity. Built in 1905,the year-round 8BR/2BA main lodge measures 3420 sq ft with 2 fireplaces and stately lakeside porch. The three guest cottages each provide 2BD/1BA, fireplace and kitchens, plus wet boathouse, 3 car garage, 2 storage buildings, sauna and tram. There are 2 shared septic systems and 2 shared wells, a back-up generator, natural gas and newer roofs on most buildings. Location truly adds to the attraction here, surrounded by other Plum Lake heritage properties and right across from the scenic Plum Lake Gold Club. (See attached document with addtl details on each building).
  • Listed by: ANDREA & PAUL CHRISTIE TEAM 715.358.0450 andrea@redmanrealtygroup.com • REDMAN REALTY GROUP, LLC
Listing closed: 01/27/2022 06:00 PM • Source: Greater Northwoods MLS, MLS#: 194388
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Property Information for 8620 Idlewild

Property Details

  • Taxes: $17,166 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Vilas County
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Has View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 16.64 AC / 724,838 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 51N to Rt on Hwy 70 to Left on CTH C to Lft on Hwy 155 to Rt on Plum Lake Rd to Rt on Golf Course Rd to Lft on Plum Lk Dr to Rt on Idlewild Dr to #8638 on Lft.
  • Latitude: 46.000313
  • Longitude: -89.522392
  • Township: VI Plum Lake
  • Water Body Name: PLUM
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 20-405, 428, 429, 430, 431, 432
  • Tax Annual Amount: $17,166.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • Elementary School: VI North Lakeland
  • High School: VI Northland Pines
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Property

Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 606.0
  • Frontage Length Remarks: 606
  • Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • Lot Features: Private, Secluded, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 724838.0
  • Public Survey Range: 8E
  • Public Survey Section: 29
  • Public Survey Township: 41
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3420.0
  • Building Area Total: 3420.0
  • Living Area: 3420.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Boat House, Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Mound Septic, Shared Septic

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Laundry Features: Main Level

Room Information

Room 1
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 4'8x12
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 24'6x9
Room 3
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Level: First
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13'9x13
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13x17
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 10'6x13
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13x9
Room 8
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 19x25
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13x11
Room 10
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13'6x9
Room 11
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 13'8x12
Room 12
  • Type: Laundry
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 5x5'10

Property History for 8620 Idlewild

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2022

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

$2,650,000—
Jan 24, 2022

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

—
Jan 2, 2022

Contingent

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2022

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

$2,650,000
01/24/2022

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

—
01/02/2022

Contingent

Greater Northwoods MLS #194388

—

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Public records

8620 Idlewild

Beds

0

Style

Single Family Residence

County

VILAS

APN

20-428

Schools near 8620 Idlewild

This home is within Northland Pines School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 7 to 12
Charter - PK to 4
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Northland Pines Elementary-St Germain
PublicPK to 4

Northland Pines High School
Public7 to 12

Northland Pines Middle School
Public7 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8620 Idlewild, Sayner, WI 54560
$2,650,000
8
3,420
724,838
$590,000
3
1,170
148,975
$3,100,000
4
8,875
150,718
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