final plat recorded with hennepin county in december 2023
Development Objective
Develop a walkable, amenity rich destination with hospitality services that cater to the demands of the area demographics and its growing population. By immersing guests in the natural beauty of the wetlands via a meandering boardwalk lined with native trees, plants, water features and plaza areas, the development is designed to create an experience worth coming back for.
Lot 1 Anchor | The Venue & Lodging | 45,000 sf
- Creating an upscale destination for larger, high production value events 20 minutes west downtown Minneapolis.
- Extends MN event season with boardwalk, ballroom and conservatory elements creating year-round one-of-a-kind beautiful indoor/outdoor event experiences for guests.
- Boutique hotel providing on-site guest accommodations
- Ability to successfully host multiple events simultaneously
Lot 2 | The Daycare | 11,000 sf
- Accommodate local need for childcare services
- Hours of operation opposite other on-site businesses
- Additional parking for non-operating hours
- Consistent traffic of young, growing families for daily exposure to other on-site businesses
The Boardwalk
A raised meandering boardwalk follows along the curves of adjacent wetlands creating aesthetic beauty, natural ambience for guests and additional outdoor space to be utilized for private and public events.
Plaza Areas and Grotto
Another unique component of Meander Park & Boardwalk are the plaza areas and grotto. The plazas areas provide additional outdoor gathering spaces with potential for art sculptures, seasonal displays, pop up event experiences. The grotto area located in the southwest corner abutting the conservatory features a strategic placement of a large water feature to not only provide environmental beauty but also create the serene sound of water and visual beauty from various site lines both in and outside of the venue.
Lot 3 | The Restaurant & Patio | 4,900+ sf
Filling a decade long demand for a mid to upscale restaurant in the area.
Lot 4 | Mixed Use Retail | 9,600 sf
Building can accommodate up to 3 tenants. Potential Uses include:
Med Spa, Coffee Shop, Deli, Bakery, Ice Cream Parlor, Boutique Exercise Facility, Toy Store, Florist, Photography Studio and/or Specialty Wine and Beer Market.