Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly enchanting property just minutes from the Twin Cities. This Norwegian-inspired cottage is nestled on 3.52 lush acres in the heart of Grey Cloud Island Township, offering the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern potential. Surrounded by vibrant gardens and a bounty of fruit-bearing trees—including cherry, apple, pear, plum, apricot, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and black currants—this property is a homesteader’s dream. Tap your own maple trees for syrup, forage for morels, and enjoy abundant wildlife including trophy whitetail deer and turkey right outside your back door. The land is well equipped for sustainable living with barns, chickens, and the rare ability to keep a limited number of livestock such as cows, horses, and goats. A private dock on a serene back channel of the Mississippi River provides direct access for boating and fishing, making this a year-round outdoor paradise. The cottage itself offers an updated kitchen and two renovated bathrooms, three bedrooms including a main floor primary bedroom with walk-in closet and main floor laundry. Enjoy both a wood stove and a forced-air furnace with a new central air unit. All with sweeping views of gardens, fruit trees, and your own private acreage with river access. A barn, chicken coop, gazebo, plus a heated and insulated 4 car garage are also on the property. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a hobby farm, or a unique investment with unlimited potential, this property offers unmatched charm, privacy, and natural beauty - all within 20 minutes of downtown St Paul.