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Former Girl Scout lodge for sale in Wisconsin is a flipper’s dream home. See why

Aerial shot of the property
Aerial shot of the property Screen grab from Realtor

A residence on the real estate market in the vast wild of Hudson, Wisconsin, is in need of a creative eye to step in and transform its empty space into something special.

Exterior of the lodge
Exterior of the lodge Screen grab from Realtor

A former Girl Scout lodge, which no doubt was a hotbed for a boatload of seasonal Thin Mint cookies, has listed for $895,000 — which seems like a deal considering its massive interior.

Deck area
Deck area Screen grab from Realtor

More than 12,000 square feet sit on a seven-acre lot, complete with some amenities that are already in place.

Lodge interior
Lodge interior Screen grab from Realtor

“According to Hudson Twp, this will need to be converted to a residential home. Currently, there are no bedrooms, but offers bathrooms on both levels,” the listing on Realtor.com says.

Interior
Interior Screen grab from Realtor

“Highlights included in this spectacular property include grand 20’ ceilings, two massive gathering spaces, industrial kitchen & gorgeous A-framed windows. Enormous deck affords the thorough enjoyment of a wide variety of mature trees, native vegetation and array of wildlife as preservation was of the upmost importance with this project.”

Lodge interior
Lodge interior Screen grab from Realtor

The property sits on Crane Hill of Hudson Development and has shared amenities that include a community center, pool and bocce ball court, according to the listing.

Kitchen
Kitchen Screen grab from Realtor


The residence has been getting some attention online as it was the most popular house on Realtor during the start of July.

Swimming pool
Swimming pool Screen grab from Realtor


The listing is held by Jay Fletch of Edina Realty, Inc. — Woodbury.

Interior
Interior Screen grab from Realtor

Hudson is about a 25-mile drive east from Minneapolis.

Office
Office Screen grab from Realtor


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This story was originally published July 8, 2024 at 11:51 AM with the headline "Former Girl Scout lodge for sale in Wisconsin is a flipper’s dream home. See why."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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