Situated on a private lane just minutes from downtown Harbor Springs this spectacular custom home on 7 acres enjoys 360 feet of glorious beach and is being offered FURNISHED! The home is owned by the original owner who spared no expense and has maintained the home beautifully throughout the years. The second you open the front door you are treated to the mesmerizing gracious and open floor plan and amazing views of the Bay. Window seats and built-in bunk beds are just a few of the old world cottage-like features that abound throughout the house. First floor primary suite enjoys wonderful views of Little Traverse Bay as well as its own entrance to the Library. A large bluestone porch lends itself well to large gatherings or a simple peaceful spot to enjoy a book or the sunset. Whether seasonal or year-round, this is a rarely offered location that will not disappoint.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN MICHIGAN / Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors / Lee Ford
$800,000
Harbor Springs Area Single Family Home
Active
6542 Forest Harbor Springs, MI 49740
5 Bed
4 Baths
4050 sqft
MLS# 473261
Tucked away on a forested cul-de-sac in Forest Ridge, this remarkable 5-bedroom home offers a private atmosphere in a desirable, established neighborhood. The home features a grand living room with cathedral ceilings and gas fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with beautiful custom cabinetry and one-of-a-kind tiled countertops, a formal dining room with a built-in buffet, and a private study with built-in bookcases. The Brazilian cherry hardwood floors and top-notch craftmanship tie it all together adding a luxurious appeal. Also on the main floor is the master bedroom with ensuite bath complete with double closets, a double vanity, a double shower, and a whirlpool tub. Access the newly reconstructed back deck from the living room or eat-in kitchen to expand your living space to the outdoors. Taking the open staircase to the 2nd story, the loft provides a wonderful multipurpose space overlooking the living room below. Prime family or guest sleeping quarters are available here with 3 bedrooms and a full bath including a large primary bedroom boasting a window bench seat to take in the serene views of the back yard. Moving down to the lower level, this finished space completes the home, showcasing a bar, family room, dual-sided fieldstone fireplace, 5th bedroom, and walkout access to the back patio and yard. 3 unfinished rooms provide plenty of storage and a workshop area. This home offers the comforts of central air conditioning, a water softener, a heated garage, main floor laundry, and irrigation. Its setting is engulfed in nature, backing up to a private 100 acre parcel and a nature preserve beyond. Located just a few miles from downtown Harbor Springs, the ski hills, golf courses, nature trails, beaches, marinas and more. This opportunity is one worth exploring!
This property has it all! The move-in-ready, cozy log cabin equipped for year-round living is just the beginning! Also included is a deep, 2.5 car heated garage with unfinished bonus space above and attached garden shed, a 1.5 car heated shop, an extra-large firewood shed, and a chicken coop! Settled on a private 40 acres which adjoins over 18,000 acres of state land, this homestead provides the best aspects of remote living without sacrificing modern conveniences and local amenities. The home offers a main floor primary bedroom and utilizes the 2nd story loft as a 2nd bedroom. The open concept living, dining and kitchen showcases a beautiful brick fireplace and natural log beams and railings. Enjoy the comfort of central A/C in the warmer months and, when it cools down, an outdoor forced-air wood burning furnace backed up by a new propane furnace. The home and outbuildings are connected to a Generac whole-house generator system as a backup power source. High speed fiber internet through PIE&G is installed and active! Take notice of the freshly painted exteriors, new front and back decks, and maintenance-free metal roofing. The property has a large front yard and back yard with a tilled garden and gorgeous views of the forest. Plenty of opportunity for hunting and foraging with many varieties of wildlife trekking through the acreage and wild berries and mushrooms found as well. Locally, the Black Mountain Recreational Area trailhead is just a mile away offering groomed hiking, skiing, ORV, and snowmobile trails. Public boat launches to Black Lake are within 3-6 miles or 5 miles to the Ocqueoc River Mouth boat access into Lake Huron. Just a 15 minute drive to Ocqueoc Falls and its Bicentennial Pathway hiking trail or into the town of Onaway for shopping, dining, school and entertainment. Dont miss the chance to call this home! Schedule a showing today!
Beautifully renovated, golf front unit in Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club. This move-in-ready 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Fairways condo unit offers an updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, and new flooring throughout. The kitchen features Silestone countertops, two-toned cabinetry, and a double oven. The spacious main floor has an open concept design highlighting views of The Birches 1st Hole from the living room, dining room, and back deck. The inviting upstairs boasts a large primary bedroom with walk-in closet and luxurious ensuite bath. A 2nd bedroom with ensuite bath and an open loft for additional sleeping space or an office completes the 2nd floor. Ownership in Birchwood grants you full country club membership benefits of 27 holes of pristine golf, tennis, pickle ball, bocce, fitness center, heated swimming pools, nature trails, private dining and a vast array of activities and amenities. A one-time initiation fee of $10,000 plus monthly dues apply.
Stunning, waterview building site in the desirable Harbor View Hills. Build your dream home in this luxury community with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Follow the winding, private road up the hillside to reach this property near the peak. The lot offers a mixture of meadow and trees allowing views of the bay with privacy. The rolling terrain throughout offers beautiful, natural landscape and the gradual declining elevation from the front of the property towards the back provides an ideal setting for a walkout basement. Situated just east of Downtown Petoskey, this location boasts the beauty of the countryside with the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation, and education all within 1-5 miles.
Vacant building site in the City of Harbor Springs. Prime location for a home within walking distance to the downtown waterfront, schools, grocery shopping and more. Save on construction costs with hookups to the City water and sewer systems. Also available at the road are electricity, natural gas, cable, phone and internet. Cleared, level lot ready for your new construction today!
Priced to sell! This ski-in / ski-out community offers the perfect location for a Northern Michigan home! Lot 48 of Hamlet Village Mountain Side is a prime building site! Only a 1/4 mile stint up the road and along the cross country ski trail to arrive at Nub's Nob's orange and brown ski lifts. Set on a quiet, paved, and maintained, cul-de-sac drive. The slightly rolling and gradually inclining topography creates an ideal setting for a home with a walk-out basement, beautiful landscaping potential, and elevated views of the stone overpass bridge and other picturesque surroundings. The thoughtfully developed roads and trails compliment the flow of the land. Optional membership available to The Hamlet Club pool, sauna, and fitness center (automatic membership after home construction). Other area amenities include The Highlands skiing and golf nearly just across the road, 5 miles to downtown Harbor Springs for dining and entertainment, many acres and miles of state land, hiking trails, and snowmobile trails all around, and Lake Michigan and Little Traverse Bay beaches, swimming, sailing, and more! Take advantage of this location to enjoy all four seasons of Northern Michigan!