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MinnesotaSnowBirds.com It's a lifestyle ~ Living in Arizona and spending the summer in Minnesota on Big Sandy Lake. Golfing, fishing, boating, birding, swimming, hiking. McGregor Minnesota has it all for you to enjoy.Then when the cold weather arrives in Minnesota the Snowbirds head down south to warmer climates and Arizona is one of them where the Real Estate deals are abundant currently investors are doing very well.
Welcome, I hope you find this site informational and come back often. Big Sandy and all of it's waterways has over 77 miles of shoreline to navigate either by boat, snowmobile, or 4 wheelers. It's located about 7 miles directly north of McGregor, Minnesota and it is nearly 10,000 acres of water with the different tributaries that come in and out of Big Sandy Lake. (Big Sandy is 6536 acres) The maximum depth is 84 feet in Bill Horn Bay. Although its technical name is Sandy Lake, almost everyone refers to it as Big Sandy lake. It is the largest lake in the McGregor lake's area and has an abundant walleye population, so much that the DNR discontinued stocking Big Sandy.
Real Estate values on Big Sandy Lake range from the high 120''s for a seasonal place to over 1 million for a 12 acre estate, The McGregor lakes area has many different lakes, and a variety of price ranges for all buyers coming to our community. The Real Estate market in McGregor has been a slow one for buyers and sellers and we are looking forward to the 2013 and beyond for Mcgregors Minnesota's real estate market.
While Minnesota Snow Birds are finding some excellent deals on homes in Arizona, investors were picking up homes for .60 on the dollar in 2012/2013. The real estate market in Arizona is stabilizing very well in the 1st quarter of 2013 andValues are once again starting to slowly creep up, we are seeing home prices from the early 2000's... Snow~Birds are picking up homes in Phoenix for under $100,000.00 and in some of the outlying area's we are seeing investors picking up property for $95,000.00 thats a 3 bedroom 2 bath on a nice landscaped lot. Paradise Valley has a few under $700,000 that are a great deal for a year end purchase. New Construction Homes are starting to pick up and permits across the valley are showing signs of recovery. Short Sales and bank owned properties continue to be a trend in Arizona, but do not expect a fast answer from the banks.
If you currently do not have a cabin or lake home in the area, and are looking to find a place on the lake you can start searching for property by emailing me at Rick@RickBorden.com let me know what you are looking for and I will start you on an MLS search immediately.
Big Sandy Lodge and Resort: in Davis bay has new townhomes and new cabins/homes for rent all year as well as an 18 room hotel for guests to stay at the Big Sandy Lodge and Resort They are great places to stay. I am taking names of interested people who may be looking at the possibilities of Real Estate opportunities. Call Rick Directly 1-480-600-7578 or email me Rick@RickBorden.com for more information. | |
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Fishing on Big Sandy is awesome! But let me warn you it can be a challenge for the best anglers. There is so much structure and rock piles. This year a 29" walleye came out of the ice and I saw pictures of an 11" sunfish that came through the ice as well. See the pictures on my Blog. I will try to post updates on how the fishing is in the McGregor Lakes Area as often as I can to keep you up to date. I will not disclose where exactly they are biting but will let you know if they are. You will just have to learn the lake like the rest of us.
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Winter: Ready to hit the slopes and carve up some fresh powder? Sorry McGregor doesn't have any slopes! But we do have hundreds of miles of the best snowmobile trails in Minnesota. Just ask Explore Minnesota. They came out to Big Sandy Lodge and stayed there while they filmed out in Savanna State Park in 2007. Ice fishing on Big Sandy lake is great. In 2008 I saw an 11" sunfish that came through the ice and several walleye that were over 26" in length. The lake also provides good northern fishing also some of the best white fish fishing in the state. When the snow arrives in the McGregor lake's area and the lake's are frozen and safe to ride we have some really awesome snowmobile riding with hundreds of miles of trails.
Spring: With weather beginning to tease, summer is on it's way. Spring provides a new look to all the lakes and trees in the area. Fishing is prime on Big Sandy lake and the golf course opens up in Mcgregor. We are very excited about the new www.MinnesotaNationalGolfCourse.com Hidden in the Pristine northwoods of Minnesota and named after a 2,000 year-old settlement that lies within its 600-acre expanse. Settlers Ridge is the future weekend getaway or home for 309 Minnesota-loving families. Unique and rustic. Imagine a place where you can rediscover the lazy afternoon. Where your todo list includes fishing, golfing, or swimming in the pool complex at the Gatehouse or out on the waters of Big Sandy lake. Now imagine incredible architecture, custom craftsmanship, amenity filled townhomes living in harmony with distinctive single family homes, and abundant green space all located at Settlers Ridge on Minnesota National Golf Course. All of this to be built around a 27-hole, Joel Goldstrand-designed course.
Golfing In McGregor
Summer: Waves gently hitting the sandy shores, the soulful call of the loons, and the smell of a evening campfire. Summer activities bring you closer to the outdoors. Enjoy an outdoor concert at Pier 65 or at the Lodge on the beach or their parking lot party every year. I find myself all the time telling people "I love my neighborhood" It truly is an awesome place to be any time of the year especially the summer time. Big Sandy has a place on the lake where a lot of people go on weekends it's called the sand bar....people just boat up and beach the boat literally on a sand bar and hangout it's a great place to bring the kids and hangout with people from the lake. You can make lasting lifelong relationships on this lake, I know we have. The 4th of July on Big Sandy lake is by far the best display of fire works I have seen.... Imagine sitting on the waters of Big Sandy lake with the anticipation of a great show and then BOOOOM!! It starts and goes on forever.. it seems. Then when its all over and you look around at how many people showed up to see this awesome display it is amazing. I would like to thank all of the sponsors that contribute every year to this and to my good friends Wayne and Janelle Floe for putting on this incredible show each and every year.
Fall: As the changing hues proclaim surrender to the passage of yet another summer in the McGregor Lakes area, McGregor becomes a vibrant display of color. Fall drives around the lakes and their glistening waters or through Savanna state park. These drives bring you right back to our fine shops and restaurants in the area ready to welcome you. Comfortable weather provides a perfect setting for a scenic boat ride or a walk in the woods with your favorite dog looking for Grouse, or out on Minnesota National Golf Course taking in a day on the links which can be very relaxing. Big Sandy Lake Minnesota has much to offer everyone and of all ages I hope you come and "Explore McGregor" Minnesota.
Our Snow birds start heading south for the winter in October, they usually go to Arizona and hook up and see us in Mesa, Scottsdale, Gilbert, or in Phoenix Arizona. We receive many referrals from Minnesota Snowbirds and when they come down here to see what Arizona has to offer they start looking for an investment property. Call us if your in town and we can show you around the Arizona Real Estate Market. 480-600-7578 or Rick@RickBorden.com
We enjoyed living in McGregor Minnesota these are just some of my closest friends from a Pheasant hunting outing we had on a game farm Thanks giving Friday 2007.
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