Experience the ultimate Northwoods lifestyle at this custom-built Manson Lake retreat. Situated on a premier full-recreation lake known for crystal clear waters, this property showcases commanding unspoiled water views that are directly across from Bransen Preserve. Extensive professional landscaping. Elegant brick paver walkways encircle the home, leading down past retaining walls to a magnificent lakeside brick paver patio with a built-in firepit. Stairs guide you to your private, gently tapering shoreline featuring a highly desirable ripple sand bottom. The included dock comes complete with a built-in bench and swim ladder. The meticulously maintained home features an expansive wrap-around deck (rebuilt 2024) perfect for entertaining against a dramatic Manson Lake backdrop. Inside, wood cathedral ceilings soar above a magnificent great room, anchored by a floor-to-ceiling fieldstone gas fireplace. The open layout transitions into a large kitchen with a central island prep sink and spacious dining area, plus a sunroom offering southern exposure for year-round warmth. The main-floor primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, private bathroom with double sinks, direct deck access, and a cozy screened-in side porch. Upgrades abound: a 2-zone heating system, new furnace and roof (2021), new refrigerator and dishwasher (2023), new carpet in the Great Room and Sunroom (2024), a whole-house fan, and a natural gas Generac backup generator. The walk-out lower-level expands your living space with a family room, den, full bath, and a sealed combustion wood fireplace will have completed custom stonework. Ample storage areas are included in the unfinished lower-level area that you can convert into future finished living area, built-in root cellar, a 10x14 powered garden shed, and a 26x24 detached 2-car garage with drive-through overhead doors. An inviting covered front porch to welcome your guests and the seller has included a home warranty to complete this rare lakeside offering.