Woods to Water Real Estate

06/19/2026

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 | 10 AM–3 PM

The Whitefish Chain Classic Boat Show is back at Moonlite Bay.

One of the area’s favorite summer traditions, this annual event brings dozens of antique and classic boats to the docks in Crosslake for a day of lake life, craftsmanship, and community.

Woods to Water Real Estate is proud to sponsor the event again this year. If you’re out enjoying the show, stop by our tent and say hello to the team.

📍 Moonlite Bay | Crosslake
🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 10 AM–3 PM

We’ll see you at the lake.

06/18/2026

COMING SOON | SUNSET LAKE

90+ acres. 1,100+ feet of shoreline. Endless possibilities.

Tucked away on Sunset Lake in Deerwood, this one-of-a-kind legacy property offers the kind of privacy that’s becoming harder and harder to find in Minnesota lake country.

With nearly 5,300 square feet, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a historic barn, miles of trails, mature pines, hunting land, and over 1,100 feet of lake frontage, this is more than a lake home—it’s a private retreat built for generations to enjoy.

Whether you’re looking for a family compound, recreational property, investment opportunity, or your own piece of Up North, this estate checks boxes few properties can.

Available for showings Friday.

📍 Deerwood, MN
🛏 6 Bedrooms
🛁 6 Bathrooms
🌲 90.5 Acres
🌊 1,100+ Feet of Sunset Lake Frontage
💰 $1,350,000

Listed by John Groenwold, Woods to Water Real Estate
📞 218-851-8182
📧 [email protected]

View the full listing:
https://john.woodstowatermn.com/listing/7074579-45940-295th-street-deerwood-mn-56444/

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06/17/2026

Hats off! Dad’s day in the B.L.A. is looking pretty good. 🎣⛳️🍺🚤

Father’s Day weekend is almost here, and we rounded up a few locally loved ways to celebrate the dads, grandpas, father figures, grill masters, fishing guides, golf buddies, and lake-loving legends in your life.

From bait shops and golf courses to classic boats, breweries, sweet treats, pizza, grilling goods, and lakeside dining, our local guide is full of easy ways to support Brainerd Lakes Area businesses while making a weekend out of it.

And don’t miss the Whitefish Chain Classic Boat Show on Saturday, June 20 at Moonlite Bay in Crosslake. Woods to Water Real Estate will be there as a sponsor and vendor, and we’d love to see you on the docks.

Celebrate dad. Support local. Enjoy the B.L.A.

Read the full guide on the blog:

https://www.woodstowatermn.com/blog/fathers-day-brainerd-lakes-area.html

06/15/2026

Bring on the barefoot days + campfire nights. MN Summer has set in and we wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

Whether you’re a year-round resident, seasonal homeowner, visitor, or someone dreaming of owning a place Up North someday, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite summer events, local traditions, outdoor recreation opportunities, and hidden gems throughout the region.

Inside the guide:
☀️ Summer events and festivals
🏖️ Public beaches and swimming spots
🚲 Paul Bunyan Trail, Cuyuna and more
🚤 Favorite lakes and boating destinations
🍦 Local ice cream stops worth the drive
🇺🇸 “Celebrate the Fourth in the North” and area Fourth of July traditions

Read the full guide:
https://www.woodstowatermn.com/blog/summer-events-brainerd-lakes-area.html

☀️Now, let this serve as your reminder to JUMP IN THE LAKE



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06/10/2026

Book the BLA is the Blinky Button sponsor for this year’s Stars & Stripes days in Pequot Lakes! Support local business and community and in return enjoy skills in town on the third and fourth of July

06/10/2026

Celebrating one year with Halie 🎉

A year ago, Halie took a leap of faith, switched career paths, and launched her real estate career with Woods to Water Real Estate.

Since then, she has worked incredibly hard, embraced every opportunity to learn, and accomplished a great deal in a short amount of time. Through dedication, determination, and a commitment to serving others, she has built a reputation for showing up for her clients with professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care.

Whether assisting first-time homebuyers, helping families find their place in the Brainerd Lakes Area, or guiding sellers through their next chapter, Halie approaches every relationship with confidence, compassion, and a willingness to go the extra mile.

Beyond real estate, she has embraced our community through her involvement with the WAVE Young Professionals Network and by putting herself out there to build meaningful local connections. Her investment in the people, businesses, and communities that make the Brainerd Lakes Area special reflects the same passion she brings to her clients every day.

We’re proud of everything Halie has accomplished during her first year in real estate and grateful to have her as part of the Woods to Water team. The growth, relationships, and success she has built in just one year are only the beginning.

Congratulations on your first year, Halie. We can’t wait to see what’s ahead.

06/04/2026

Giveaway via Listen Local to this weekend’s Grand Casino MN Pop Tour concert!

🚨TICKET GIVEAWAY TIME 🎫
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This time to THIS SATURDAY's Pop 2000 Tour at Grand Casino Mille Lacs 🎤
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Task is simple...
1.) Tag 4 friends you'd bring with
2.) Follow Grand Casino MN, Listen Local, BlazeAir Productions & Woods to Water Real Estate
3.) Have a BLAST singing your hearts out on Saturday to 2000s hits by Ryan Cabrera, O-Town, LFO and Chris Kirkpatrick 🤩
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🎙️We'll be announcing the winner on THIS AFTERNOON's LIVE show🚨

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

🏆 BEST OF THE BEST (B.L.A.) NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN

At Woods to Water Real Estate, we’ve built our business around something simple: local expertise, genuine relationships, and a commitment to serving our communities with professionalism and integrity.

From first-time homebuyers and lake home sellers to investors, landowners, and vacation property clients, we’re grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us over the years.

If we’ve been part of your real estate journey, we’d be honored to earn your nomination in the 2026 Best of the Best Awards.

📅 Nomination Period: June 1–14
🗳️ Voting Begins: July 1

Nominate us here:
https://www.bestofthemidwest.com/brainerd/best-of-the-best-brainerd #//

JOIN US IN VOTING ALL YOUR LOCAL FAVES!

As a locally owned boutique brokerage, every nomination means something to our team. It’s a reflection of the relationships we’ve built, the communities we serve, and the belief that real estate should be personal, knowledgeable, and rooted in local experience.

Thank you for continuing to support local businesses and the people who choose to invest their time, talent, and passion right here in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

06/01/2026

🏡 Featured in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Oak Haven on Leech Lake continues to turn heads.

Recently featured in the Business Journal’s Dream Cabins series, this remarkable lakefront property offers something rarely found in today’s market: nearly 3 private acres, 202 feet of level sandy shoreline, west-facing sunset views, and a proven short-term rental track record through Woods to Water Vacation Homes.

For years, guests have made memories here. Now, an investor, lake-home buyer, or future legacy owner has the opportunity to make it their own.

Whether you’re looking for a premier Leech Lake retreat, an income-producing vacation property, or both, Oak Haven deserves a closer look.

📰 Read the full article below ⬇️

Full story >> bit.ly/4uMCd8Y

Dream Cabins: Leech Lake mansion lists for $2.49M >> See the full article below ⬇️