This 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom mountain lodge masterpiece graces one of Lake Virginia Woods’s largest wetland view home sites. Ushered in by the dramatic stone entryway and continued throughout the chalet with its cedar exterior, stained Alder cabinetry, limestone and white oak flooring, you be swept away up in the sense of warmth and ‘place’ here. Enjoy unobstructed panoramic wetland, wooded and sunset views, not to mention extensive alfresco living areas including a screen porch and large rear patio. Truly of new level of luxury and authentic mountain lodge style just a short drive from Excelsior and the latest masterpiece from JMA Builders LLC. Site/Exterior• Wonderful setting on a quiet cul-de-sac within Shorewood’s premiere new development Lake Virginia Woods. • Private 11/3 acre wooded site with residence set back off street and backyard overlooking scenic wetlands.• Enjoy large maple and oak trees plus extensive landscaping including perennial gardens and a backyard paver patio.• Cedar shake, lap siding and stone exterior. • Large front paver brick driveway with four car side entry heated garage offering plenty of space for outdoor toys, sport cars and gardening equipment.• Convenient location near Excelsior & Chanhassen and quick access to Highway 7. Lake Minnetonka docking available nearby at Howard’s Point Marina and boat access to Lake Virginia just down the street! Home Highlights• Luxury new construction with spacious 6,600 finished sq.ft, 4 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, 5 gas fireplaces, 10’ ceilings on main level and 9 ½’ ceilings on lower level.• Extensive architectural detailing with stained Knotty Alder millwork, 8’ raised two panel Knotty Alder doors, rod iron balusters, white oak hardwood and limestone floorings.• Inviting covered front porch featuring stone surround, barrel vault ceiling and curved top Knotty Alder wood double doors. Main Level • Walk into grand scale great room highlighted by 12’ ceilings, large gas fireplace with marble and Knotty Alder surround, full size media wall and large picture windows to soak in the panoramic views. • Perfect for the gourmet, the chef’s kitchen offers a large two tiered center island with prep sink, 48” Kitchen Aid range, 42” Jenn Aire refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, granite countertops and gorgeous knotty Adler cabinetry. • Designed to accommodate large dinner parties, the formal dining room features a cove molding ceiling with rope lighting and large Alder columns. A full butlers’ pantry with rich glass faced cabinetry sits adjacent to the dining room and wine cooler. • A spectacular main floor master suite with thick crown molding, rope lighting, a gas fireplace with granite surround and his and her closets. • A luxurious master spa bath offers a large champagne bubble tub with gas fireplace, deluxe shower with multiple spray jets, speaker and touchpad controls, a barrel vaulted ceiling, limestone tiling and a stackable washer and dryer closet. • Glass French doors open to a gorgeous study detailed with extensive Knotty Alder bookcases, built-in desk, and gas fireplace.• Full sized laundry room with extensive cabinetry and generous counter space ideal for organizing laundry, crafts and serving as a drop zone. Plenty of space for gear storage in the dedicated mudroom with 4 knotty Alder lockers and closet. • Two powder rooms, a screen porch and a casual dining area complete the main level. Lower Level• An open stairwell with wood flooring and a stone wall leads down to entertainment central. • A large family room is anchored by a massive stone fireplace and features media wall built-ins and surround sound. Two sets of French doors open to the backyard paver brick patio. • A fully equipped pub bar with Alder cabinetry, granite countertops, sink, refrigerator and dishwasher plus a separate wine cellar. • Spacious exercise room capable of accommodating plenty of equipment and connects to a ¾ bath. • Dedicated theater room is ready for buyer’s final selections. Designed for stadium style seating and finished with insulated walls, pre-wiring and wall sconces.• Three additional bedrooms and 2 additional bathrooms. • Don’t miss the kids’ secret hideout underneath the stairwell with miniature door and window. Mechanical & Material Highlights• Two central air conditioners (zoned for main & lower levels)• Two furnaces and air exchanger • In-floor hot water heating in lower level and electric in-floor heat master bath• Security system• Roof gutters • Marvin double hung Low E windows• Extensive media wiring for Internet, sound and various media• A color panel touch screen for controlling music, security and lighting.