Your dream retreat awaits! This timeless luxury cottage, perfectly situated across the road from stunning Crystal Lake, blends rustic elegance with modern comforts'”a true Up-North gem ready to create lifelong memories. Step inside and be transported into the charm of a classic log cabin interior, where every detail radiates warmth and character. The home boasts a beautifully restored fieldstone gas fireplace, rich wood walls, and meticulously maintained hardwood floors, all enhanced by abundant natural light streaming through windows and skylights. The spacious glassed-in sun porch is the perfect place to start your day with coffee or unwind at sunset, offering serene views of the professionally landscaped gardens with Crystal Lake as your backdrop. The cottage features an open and airy layout with three bedrooms and three full baths, including a primary suite with a luxurious walk-in shower. A versatile loft space, complete with air conditioning, overlooks the living area and offers an ideal option for an additional bedroom, home office, or cozy retreat. Thoughtful amenities include a convenient laundry room, pantry, and a fully insulated two-car garage for storage and comfort year-round. This property offers peace of mind and ease with natural gas heating, air conditioning, and a security system. While the interior embodies classic log cabin living, you'll enjoy the low-maintenance exterior'”a perfect balance of beauty and practicality. Fall is especially magical here, as the property is surrounded by vibrant colors and abundant wildlife, making every season a sight to behold. Visit www.1696nicholsrd to explore the incredible virtual tour with drone footage, and imagine yourself embracing the Up-North lifestyle you've always dreamed of. Don't miss this opportunity to own a slice of paradise and let this timeless luxury cottage become your personal haven. A Short Term Rental Proforma is available.
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General Features
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Year Remodeled 2005
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Approx Year Built 1945
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Type Residential
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Type of Ownership Private Owner
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Town T 26N
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Township Benzonia
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Mineral Rights Unknown
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Building Features
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Above Gr. FINISHED SF Apx 1763
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Additional Buildings Garden/Storage Shed
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Appliances Equipment Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Security System, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Natural Gas Water Heater
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Condo No
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Exterior Finish Wood, Shingle
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Below Gr FINISHED SF Apx 0
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Below Gr UNFIN SF Apx 0
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Fireplaces And Stoves Fireplace(s), Gas
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Foundation Crawl Space, Block, Entrance Outside, Entrance Inside
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Garage Capacity 2
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Garage Dimensions 24x24
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Heating Cooling Sources Natural Gas
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Heating Cooling Types Forced Air, Central Air
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INTERIOR FEATURES Skylights,Built-In Bookcase,Pantry,Solarium/Sun Room,Loft,Granite Bath Tops,Granite Kitchen Tops,Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings
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Master Bath Private
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# Baths: Lower 0
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# Baths: Main 3
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# Baths: Upper 0
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Bedrooms 3
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Full Bathrooms 3
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Half Bathrooms 0
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Three-Qtr Bathrooms 0
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Primary Garage Detached, Door Opener, Paved Driveway, Concrete Floors
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Roof Asphalt
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Style 1.5 Story, Cottage
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TV Service/Internet Available Cable TV, Cable Internet
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Bathrooms 3
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Total FINISHED SF Apx 1,763
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Room Features
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Bedroom 1 Floor Covering Wood
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Bedroom 1 Length Apx 11'1
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Bedroom 1 Level Main Floor
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Bedroom 1 Width Apx 12'11
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BR2 Floor Covering Wood
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BR2 Length Apx 8'0
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BR2 Level Main Floor
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BR2 Width Apx 9'8
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BR3 Floor Covering Wood
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BR3 Length Apx 10'9
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BR3 Level Main Floor
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BR3 Width Apx 10'5
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Dining Room Floor Covering Wood
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Dining Room Length Apx 15'7
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Dining Room Level Main Floor
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Dining Room Width Apx 6'1
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Kitchen Floor Covering Wood
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Kitchen Length Apx 12'11
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Kitchen Level Main Floor
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Kitchen Width Apx 10'5
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Laundry Floor Covering Wood
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Laundry Length Apx 3'5
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Laundry Level Main Floor
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Laundry Width Apx 3'5
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Living Room Floor Covering Wood
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Living Room Length Apx 17'2
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Living Room Level Main Floor
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Living Room Width Apx 14'2
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Property Features
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Number of Acres 0.41
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Water Private Well
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Water Conservation Not Applicable
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Water Features Sandy Bottom, Public Lake, Stony Bottom
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Univs Design/Barrier Free None
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Road Public Maintained, Blacktop
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Renewable Not Applicable
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Development Amenities None
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Driveway Concrete, Private
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Exterior Features Sprinkler System, Deck, Patio, Sidewalk, Landscaped, Garden Area, Screened Porch, Gutters
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Construction Frame
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Lot Dimensions 190 x 80 x 184 x 115
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Land Features Corner Lot, Wooded-Hardwoods, Evergreens, Level
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Schools
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Elementary School Homestead Hills Elementray
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Middle School Benzie Central Middle School
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High School Benzie Central Senior High Schoo
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School District Benzie County Central Schools
