Imagine creating a home tailored to your lifestyle while enjoying the confidence of a transparent and streamlined building process. The McKinley patio home by Robert Thomas Homes in North Star of Lake Elmo offers the perfect opportunity to personalize your home’s layout, finishes, colors, and design selections while enjoying the quality craftsmanship and thoughtful details that define every Robert Thomas Home.
With an estimated six-month build timeline, you’ll have the exciting experience of watching your new home come to life while planning for the future. Designed for comfort, convenience, and everyday living, the McKinley features an open-concept layout with soaring 9-foot ceilings, creating bright and welcoming spaces that feel both spacious and inviting.
At the center of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen is designed to bring people together. Custom frameless shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, generous pantry storage, and included appliances create a space that’s equally suited for casual mornings, holiday gatherings, and everything in between. The open design flows effortlessly into the living and dining areas, making entertaining easy and keeping family and guests connected.
Throughout the home, upgraded flooring, elegant millwork, and carefully crafted finishes create a sense of warmth and quality that you’ll appreciate every day. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a spa-inspired bathroom featuring dual vanities, a beautifully tiled shower with frameless glass enclosure, and convenient linen storage. Thoughtful design elements throughout the home provide both beauty and functionality, creating spaces that work seamlessly with the way you live.
One of the standout features of this floorplan is the oversized three-stall tandem garage, offering exceptional flexibility for additional vehicles, recreational equipment, workshop space, or extra storage. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, hobbyist, or simply appreciate having room for life’s extras, this expanded garage provides the versatility homeowners are looking for.
Outside, low-maintenance living allows you to spend less time on chores and more time enjoying your home and community. Professionally landscaped grounds, irrigation, and lawn maintenance handled through the homeowners association create a carefree lifestyle designed around convenience and enjoyment.
Located within the North Star community in scenic Lake Elmo, residents enjoy a peaceful setting surrounded by natural beauty while remaining close to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Nearby parks, lakes, and trails—including the popular Lake Elmo Park Reserve—provide endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Future community amenities, including a neighborhood pool and clubhouse within the historic Schiltgen Barn, will create even more opportunities to gather with neighbors, relax, and enjoy the unique sense of community that makes North Star such a special place to call home.
The McKinley offers the perfect combination of personalization, quality craftsmanship, low-maintenance living, and community amenities, creating a home designed to fit your lifestyle today and for years to come.
