17662 Hayes Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044

In a market filled with new homes on tight lots, this home offers something that’s becoming harder to find—natural scenery, a dream backyard, and quality characteristics that actually feel like home. Custom-built by Country Joe Homes set in the highly desired Pine Grove neighborhood, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home overlooks a scenic pond rather than another row of windows. You’ll enjoy open views, natural light, and a backyard that feels like your own retreat. It’s a difference you notice immediately—and one that’s nearly impossible to replicate with nearby new builds. Inside, the main level is designed for both comfort and connection. The open-concept layout features a welcoming living room with a stone-encased gas fireplace and newly refinished built-ins, a dedicated office, hickory hardwood floors, and a kitchen tastefully updated in 2021 with refreshed cabinetry, quartz countertops, Frigidaire appliances, tile backsplash, and a walk-in pantry. The dining area flows seamlessly out to the maintenance-free deck, where the pond views create a natural extension of the living space. Upstairs, four of the five bedrooms are thoughtfully laid out, including a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, and an en suite bath featuring a dual vanity, soaking tub, and tiled walk-in shower. The other 3 upstairs bedrooms are generously sized, feature solid cores, and share the upper full bathroom, which has a spacious dual vanity. The walkout lower level, finished in 2016, adds another layer of versatility with a generous living space perfect for movie nights, game days, or entertaining. You’ll also find the fifth bedroom, an additional 3-quarter bathroom, and a non-conforming sixth room ideal for a home gym, hobby space, or walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a new roof (2022), a new furnace and A/C (2024), and a stamped concrete patio and basketball court (2016). And this location simply cannot be beat. Located in the 194 School District you'll have no shortage of great schools. You're also just a short drive to all major grocery stores and an endless list of great restaurants and breweries to frequent like Barley and Vine, Lakeville Brewing Co, and Tapestry Coffee. And definitely don't miss the recently renovated Antlers Park, which has a full beach area, a massive playground for all ages, and a pop-up restaurant that serves a menu of beachside food, drinks, and ice cream. It's just a mile away, and it's a place you'll visit every weekend in the summer. For buyers comparing options in the area, the contrast is clear. New construction may offer “new,” but this home delivers something more lasting—space to breathe, a premium lot with natural scenery, and quality upgrades that would cost a fortune in today's market. It’s the kind of property that stands apart not just for what’s inside, but for everything around it.