Large Home with Breathtaking Lake Michigan Views on 5 Acres in Charlevoix

Situated 10 miles South of downtown Charlevoix, this is the absolutely perfect property for executive entertaining, business retreats or just a relaxing vacation. The unique, one of a kind, spacious 6250 square foot home situated on 5 private, scenic acres sits high atop a bluff that overlooks undeveloped wilderness below and Lake Michigan in the near distance. The home offers 3
floors of unparalled Lake Michigan and countryside views. (Please note that this property is lake view, not lake front. The nearest beach is a scenic, rural, unpopulated 2 mile drive.)

One large (2000 square foot) wraparound deck on the main floor and another smaller observation deck on the 3rd floor provide absolutely breathtaking views anytime of year. Incredible views of Grand Traverse Bay, Leelenau Penninsula, Mission Point, Northport and more. Watch the sun rise on the East side of the deck and watch the sun set into Lake Michigan on the West, or just gaze
into the wooded area below and watch nature at its finest. Deer, rabbits and small game abound at ground level as hawks, eagles and a variety of birds soar above the wilderness. The attached pics do NOT do the home OR the view justice. This is truely an incredible property and view.

Great for a family or group or a couple looking for a unique experience. Without question an excellent location for a one of a kind wedding or party with ample room inside and out. World class full catering available.

There are five available bedrooms (one on the main, three on the second, including the master bedroom and one on the third.) Of the 5 permanent queen beds available, one is a fold-out (main floor), one is a mattress (master) and three are high quality, fully adjustable (Aero Bed) air mattresses, which are on permanent bed frames. There is an over abundance of extra floor space that could be set up for additional, temporary sleep area. There are two portable, camping quality air mattresses on site which can be moved anywhere in the house as well.

Large, well equipped kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless appliances including 2 ovens. Main floor butlers pantry includes an additional full size refrigerator and a second dishwasher. High ceilings throughout the home, hardwood floors on the main floor and windows in every conceivable location add to the stunning beauty.

Bring your workout gear and take advantage of the 3rd floor workout room. (treadmill, bike, bow-flex) Exercise while you listen to your favorite music and take in countryside and lake views at the same time.

A large, 5 burner DuCane stainless steel gas BBQ accents the main deck along with furniture for entertaining. At night, light the torches that surround the deck and add another layer of beauty or simply count the falling stars which cross the night sky laden with billions of twinkling stars and planets. Interested in a bonfire? Take advantage of the extra large fire pit (wood included) and melt
smores as you watch the sun set into Lake Michigan.

The unique 2000 square foot 3rd floor includes vaulted ceilings, wet bar, the workout room, large screen tv and a "Klipsch" theatre quality sound system so realistic, you will feel as though you are at the show. Two 8'x8' pane glass windows on this floor make the lakeside views unimaginable.

Satellite TV
Fully equipped laundry room attached to 2nd floor master bedroom
Maid service available
Butler/wait staff service available for special events

Book your Fall color trip now! Experience Fall colors like never before right from comfort of this property.

Apple picking on site (seasonal)
Berry picking on site (seasonal)
Hunting on site (seasonal)
Nature trail on site
Snowmobile out your door. (rentals available)
Snowshoe and cross country ski out your door
World Class Golf
Casinos
Charlevoix
Traverse City
Petoskey
Mackinac Island
Charter Fishing
Breweries
Bike/Walking Trail from Charlevoix to Petoskey
World Class Dining and Shopping
Boyne Mountain Water Park
Semi-Private Lake Michigan Beaches, Parks and trails nearby or just walk the property and enjoy the scenery.

Midwest Living Magazine has ranked the Charleovoix/Petoskey area the #2 destination in all the Midwest! "These neighboring resort towns along the Lower Peninsulas northwesternshore began entertaining vacationers who came by steamship more than a century ago. No wonder theyre so good at it, offering an ever growing to-do list for travelers and a relaxed attitude. Petoskey (population: 6,000) climbs hills along Little Traverse Bay, and Charlevoix (population: 3,000) nestles between Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix. The beach and harbor are steps from the 100 shops and galleries of Petoskeys Gaslight District and landmark Staffords Perry Hotel. Charlevoixs boutiques string along the waterfront. Local restaurants, including Andante (fine dining; bay views) and Jespersons (good pie!) deliver memorable meals. In the warmer months, visitors golf at the Inn at Bay Harbor, a first-class resort with courses heralded as the Midwest's Pebble Beach"

August 1, 2009 thru December 31, 2010. $499 per night or $3000 per week other than Venetian Week (July 17th-24th 2010), rates that week are $4000/week or $599 per night (2 night minimum)

Golf packages
Charter fishing packages
Weddings = Negotiable (catering/planning/wait staff available upon request)
Parties = Negotiable (catering/planning/wait staff available upon request)
Business meetings = Negotiable (catering/planning/wait staff available upon request)
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