MASSIE ISLAND
Three Acres.
One Family.
Yours.
A rare private island on Lake Lizzie - offered for the first time as an ownership opportunity.
Discover Our Island Retreat
Massie Island is a three-acre private sanctuary tucked into the quiet waters of Otter Tail County. Designed as a place to reconnect and reset, the island blends natural beauty, thoughtful craftsmanship, and complete privacy.
Over time, it has been developed into a fully functional island compound, featuring multiple structures, outdoor living spaces, and a private nine-hole golf course.
Now, for the first time, it is being offered as a rare opportunity for private ownership.
Why Choose Us
Where Privacy, Beauty, and Simplicity Come Together.
Private By Design
Massie Island is a true private island. No neighbors, no through traffic, no noise. Just your own three-acre world surrounded by water. It was created for one family to fully unplug, settle in, and experience complete ownership of their environment.
Natural Beauty, Preserved
From open shoreline and quiet reed beds to mature trees and abundant wildlife, the island reflects years of intentional stewardship. Every path, view, and structure has been shaped to preserve what makes this place special - not just for today, but for the future.
Built for Living, Ready for What’s Next
Over time, the island has been developed into a fully functional private retreat, with multiple structures, outdoor living spaces, and a private nine-hole golf course. There is also opportunity for continued improvement, with prior approvals supporting future expansion.
World-Class Fishing
Massie Island sits on one of Minnesota’s most productive fisheries, offering world-class muskie, bass, walleye, crappie, and northern pike. Sunrise casts, sunset bites, and endless hidden pockets of reeds create the perfect conditions for unforgettable days on the water. We’ll even point you to our favorite spots.
The Landing
Access to Massie Island begins at The Landing, a private mainland access point offering parking, docking, and a seamless transition to the island.
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The Landing is not included in the initial island sale, but structured access will be provided for a defined period, ensuring ease of use and continuity for the next owner.
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For those seeking a more permanent solution, there is also an opportunity to acquire the landing property separately, either now or in the future.
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The property includes a prepared site for further development, with septic installed and a poured slab and driveway in place for a planned 48' x 80' structure. Prior approvals have supported the addition of a residence and expanded use.
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This flexible structure allows the next owner to step into immediate use of the island while retaining the option to expand and establish a long-term mainland base.
The Front Dock
From the front dock, the island opens up to long, quiet evenings as the sun settles across the reed-lined channel, casting soft light over the water.
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This is the primary point of arrival and gathering, now anchored by a newly completed two-story boathouse finished in fall 2025. The lower level is designed for practical lake living, with an overhead door and man door for fishing gear, lake toys, and island storage. Above, a wraparound deck creates an elevated outdoor space with wide views of the water and shoreline.
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The upper level is unfinished, offering the next owner a rare opportunity to complete the space to their own vision and needs.
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The surrounding bullrush corridor creates a natural barrier, preserving privacy while offering excellent fishing waters right off the dock.
The Back Dock
At the back dock, the lake opens wide and the water stays calm, creating a quiet, protected setting for swimming, sunning, or simply being still.
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A soft walkout shoreline and open views of the horizon make this a natural gathering place throughout the day, from early mornings to long summer evenings.
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The fishing here is exceptional. Large mouth bass hold tight along the surrounding reed beds, while small mouth move through the deeper water and sand flats just beyond the dock, offering consistent action right from shore.
On The Water
Life on Massie Island is centered around the water.
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With direct access to Lake Lizzie, the island offers endless opportunity for boating, fishing, swimming, and exploring. Calm mornings, open water, and quiet channels create a setting that can be enjoyed at your own pace, whether that’s early sunrise runs, slow afternoon drifts, or evening rides across glassy water.
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The surrounding lake supports a wide range of recreational use, giving the next owner the freedom to bring and tailor their own watercraft and lake experience to fit their lifestyle.
Golf
Massie Island features its own private 9-hole par-3 course, thoughtfully carved into the natural landscape and anchored by a signature peninsula hole.
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There are no tee times, no crowds, and no constraints - just the freedom to step outside, grab a wedge, and play whenever the moment calls. Whether it’s a quick loop in the morning or a relaxed round in the evening light, the course becomes part of the daily rhythm of the island.
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Simple, scenic, and entirely your own.
A Sanctuary for Birds
Massie Island is a natural sanctuary, drawing a wide range of wildlife throughout the seasons, including over one hundred migratory bird species.
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With more than twenty varieties of trees and an untouched shoreline, the island provides a rich, protected habitat where warblers, flycatchers, swallows, herons, finches, wrens, thrushes, blackbirds, martins, loons, and eagles return year after year.
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From the first sounds of morning to the quiet calls at dusk, birdsong becomes part of daily life on the island.
Life On Island Time
A quiet dock, a steady breeze, and the people who matter most beside you—this is the rhythm of Massie Island.
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Days stretch longer here. The water stays calm. Life slows down just enough to notice what’s been there all along.
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This is not a place to visit.
It’s a place to own, shape, and pass on.
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If this feels like the kind of life you’ve been looking for, we invite you to take the next step.
Private Ownership Opportunity
Massie Island is now being offered as a rare private ownership opportunity.
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Over time, the island has been thoughtfully developed into a fully functional retreat, designed for simplicity, stewardship, and meaningful time spent off the grid. The property includes multiple structures, outdoor living spaces, and a private nine-hole golf course, supporting both immediate use and future potential.
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Due to the unique nature of the property, details regarding access, structure, and long-term opportunities are shared selectively with qualified buyers.
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We are seeking the right next steward, someone who values privacy, simplicity, and the responsibility of owning something truly rare.
Qualified Buyer Inquiry
As Massie Island transitions into its next chapter, we invite thoughtful and serious inquiries from prospective buyers.
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Please share a bit about yourself, your interest in the property, and how you envision using the island.
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Due to the logistics and nature of the property, showings and additional information are reserved for qualified buyers.
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Selected inquiries will be provided with access to additional property details and documentation.
