A Common Interest Community
Merrifield, Minnesota
Location
Mar-Len Estates is located in Crow Wing County on the northeastern shore of Lake Edward. The property is just west of Highway 3 on Blue Bonnet Road, half way between Brainerd and Crosslake, or four miles north of Merrifield. It is a 2 1/2 hour drive (135 miles) from Minneapolis.
History
Mar-Len Estates is Common Interest Community Plat No. 1060 created in June 2004 under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 515B. The association of twenty private property owners was formed upon the sale and conversion of Mar-Len Resort.
Who are we?
Mar-Len is a Common Interest Community of twenty families who own the land on which their cabin, modular home or camper trailer rests. The combined private and community property covers 4.25 acres and 427 feet of lakeshore. Residents and their guests enjoy one of the most beautiful sandy, rock-free beaches in Minnesota fronting crystal clear water year-round. Kids love the open space near the beach to play on the swingset and enjoy other group activities.
Mar-Len Estates is managed by a homeowners’ association with a five-member board of directors, all of whom are owners. Governance is provided with written By-Laws and Rules/Regulations that ensure an enjoyable ownership experience for all. An annual meeting of the owners results in documented agendas, minutes of meetings and an operating budget. Owners are assessed an annual association fee which covers community expenses such as grounds maintenance, dock installation and removal, water, electricity and septic services.
Most residents of Mar-Len Estates enjoy seasonal use of their lakeshore property from the first Saturday of May when water service is activated to the first Saturday of October when water lines are blown out.
Amenities
- 427 feet of Sandy Lakeshore
- Swimming Rafts and Slides
- Swingset for the Kids
- Crystal Clear Lake Water
- Grounds Caretaker
- Maintenance Free Dock
- Dock Installation and Removal
- Beachside Soft Water Shower & Faucet
- Beachside Portable Biffy
- Soft Water in Cabins
- Hard Water Faucets Outside Cabins
- Shared Septic Systems
- Storage Shed with Storm Shelter
- Fish Cleaning Shed
- Trash and Recycling Service
Lake
Lake Edward covers 2,032 acres, has a shoreline that recedes gradually, and has a maximum depth of 75 feet. Water clarity averages 12.5 feet. Primary fish species include walleye, largemouth bass, rock bass, panfish, perch, black crappie and northern pike.
The Mar-Len Ownership Experience
While no lake cabin is free of maintenance, ownership within Mar-Len Estates provides an excellent, cost-effective way to enjoy lake living without having to do all the work yourself! Upon arrival at Mar-Len, you'll be relaxing in no time.
Friends and relatives are welcome guests as long as an owner is present. With the exception of the active Memorial Day, Labor Day and 4th of July weekends, the atmosphere is typically peaceful and serene. Owners often join each other for meals, refreshments, fishing and conversations around a fire, on the deck or at the beach. Mar-Len's location on the eastern shore of the lake provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy beautiful summer sunsets over the water.
There is nothing better or more relaxing than time spent with family and friends at the lake. Everyone, from little kids to grandparents, builds lifetime memories of their time at Mar-Len Estates on Lake Edward.