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Build a lifetime of memories in this 7039 sq ft elite country estate on over 34 secluded and private acres of beautiful Michigan countryside. There are too many features to mention in this Jim Giguere custom-built DTE certified energy efficient home showcasing exquisite workmanship and built to withstand the test of time. Anything is possible with nearly 10,000 total building square feet and over 2000 square feet of covered porch and deck space alone, this home boasts 5 bedrooms (can be up to 8), 8 bathrooms with rough in for 2 more, 3 car oversized heated garage, nearly 3000 sq ft unfinished basement, and 60x40 two story pole barn with separate well and electric/propane heating. Dual geothermal HVAC units add to the energy efficiency and dual 90 gallon hot water tanks with unique instant hot circulation provides near immediate hot water from any part of the house. This home has recently been divided into 4 separate living units, each with private outdoor entrance and sleeping over 30 comfortably, easily converts back into a single luxurious home. The massive 60 foot wide front porch welcomes you into the main entry with curved staircase leading into the formal living room highlighted by a beautiful black walnut fireplace, hand carved in Belgium by a master wood carver. The cherry cabinet wet bar is highlighted by custom artwork on hand painted ceramic tile specifically commissioned from an artist in Italy. Step down from the living room into the formal library surrounded by floor to ceiling cherry custom cabinetry with eight large windows to enjoy the surrounding wildlife. The living room and attached dining room both feature double leaded glass plated french doors to allow for indoor outdoor living onto the 60 foot wide, extra deep, fenced back porch all overlooking the picturesque scenery of the estate with its forests, meadows, bass pond and expansive lush lawns. The adjacent chef's kitchen features high-end cambria countertop, built-in subzero fridge, large island with built-in jenn-aire modular stove top and grill, new double wall oven and oversized sink. Do you prefer bottled water? No need as you'll have perfectly pure water every time with the included instant chilled or instant hot reverse osmosis system. After your meal, settle into the adjacent family room with built-in cabinets, whitewashed brick accent, and beautiful woodburning stove for a relaxing and cozy retreat. There is even a secondary ventilation system to route the heat from the woodburning stove to the rest of the house as a secondary heat source and increased energy efficiency. Dual staircases lead to the second floor loft with vaulted ceiling and the grand primary bedroom complete with gas fireplace, private covered deck and cedar-lined walk-in closet. Work peacefully from home in the adjacent large office with dry bar and mini-fridge and keep all your valuables and firearms secured in two large built-in fort knox closet safes. Enjoy your private oasis in the huge primary bathroom which includes jetted soaking tub, dual sink vanity, 6-head tiled shower, separate toilet room with bidet, and two bench cedar sauna. The other three upstairs bedrooms each feature attached full bathrooms and walk-in closets with two of the bedrooms opening to the back oversized covered deck with optional windows to allow for nearly year-round use. The mother-in-law suite has its own private entrance from the front porch or through a door in the back hallway and features recently remodeled hardwood floors and full tiled bathroom with heated floor. This beautiful space allows for many options including an additional private dwelling for visitors or can be used as a professional office space. The attached garage includes a large utility room and bonus room above with separate propane furnace and central air. The bonus room has a half bath and is also attached to the rear upper covered deck. Sit on the porch swing watching the deer or ducks, drop a line in the bass pond, wander through the meadows, lawns, and wooded walking trails, enjoy the wildlife, bring your own animals, plant your garden, entertain guests whether small groups or very large, escape the world to your own private oasis. |
