Breathtaking hilltop retreat with panoramic Lake Michigan views $995,000

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Breathtaking hilltop retreat with panoramic Lake Michigan views. Welcome to your northern Michigan escape a truly extraordinary custom-built home perched on a hillside, offering awe-inspiring views of Lake Michigan, the Empire Bluffs, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and the Manitou Islands. Designed to evoke the rustic charm of an Adirondack-style lodge, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath ranch-style turn-key home offers all of the charm and character with modern comfort in a spectacular natural setting. Step inside to an open-concept living space where the entire north-facing, lake view side of the home is lined with windows, flooding the interior with natural light and uninterrupted views. Warm tongue-and-groove wood finishes, hardwood floors throughout, a cozy gas fireplace, and thoughtful architectural details make this home as welcoming as it is beautiful. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a spacious counter with lake facing sink, a large pantry, and custom cabinetry. The main floor includes a serene primary suite with a gas fireplace and a private bath with an additional guest bedroom. Upstairs, an airy loft is the ultimate overflow with a lake facing office, sleeping and living space and a half bath. The walk-out lower level provides a large bunk room, family room and half bath perfect for hosting guests or creating a fun, flexible living space. Enjoy outdoor living with two screened in porches and an expansive back deck all offering a perfect spot for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or entertaining against the backdrop of the lake. Sneak down to either the *sunset shelter* or platform for yet more peaceful and private spots to admire the beauty of Lake Michigan. Perfectly located near Crystal Lake, Platte Lake and River, the Village of Honor, charming downtown Frankfort, and scenic M-22, this home offers not just a place to live, but a lifestyle immersed in natural beauty and four-season recreation.