Charming custom built rambler with serene back yard views. Welcome to this well loved, one owner, custom built walkout rambler nestled on a quiet street in North Mankato. Set back from the road with mature trees and peaceful ravine views, this home offers a rare blend of nature and city convenience. Wildlife like deer, foxes, turkeys, squirrels, rabbits, and chipmunks frequently visit the back yard, perfect for nature lovers. Inside, the main floor features solid plaster walls (no drywall), three bedrooms, a full bathroom with a laundry chute, and a cozy master bath with a walk-in shower. Enjoy a spacious living room, an eat-in kitchen, and a separate dining area. A generous two car garage adds to the home's functionality. The full walkout basement is mostly finished and includes a beautiful woodburning fireplace with a local limestone surround, a 3/4 bathroom, a large workshop, utility room with built-in shelving, and plenty of storage space. There's also potential for a fourth bedroom with an existing closet. Notable features and updates: built in 1965 by original owners, 2, 600 sq. ft. of livable space. Durable plaster walls on the main floor. Roof and gutters replaced in 2004, gutter guards added in 2020. Boiler heat (boiler has been replaced), central air added in the 1970s. Water heater replaced in 2024. Dishwasher installed in 2017, refrigerator in 2006. Washer and dryer included. Drain tile installed around the entire house. City water and sewer (sewer pipe has protective surround). Outdoor highlights: beautiful concrete driveway. 0.81 acre lot with mature trees and established perennial gardens. Just one block from Hoover Elementary School. Areas to improve: this home is solid and has "good bones" but could use some updating. Floor coverings are worn, a few kitchen drawers need repair, and there is a soffit hole near the outdoor fireplace chimney. The vanity in the master bath was shortened when the shower was added in 2006, which left a small area of exposed subfloor. This is your opportunity to bring your vision and personal touches to a well built home in a desirable neighborhood. Don't miss it, schedule your tour today.