BEAVER ISLAND, MI — A pristine home nestled along the western shore of Michigan’s largest island recently landed on the market.
The 5.5-acre parcel boasts over 400 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage, making this property a rare find.
The Beaver Island hideaway at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail is MLive’s Up North House of the Week. The estate listed by Sheri Richards with Five Star Real Estate is currently on the market for $1,035,000.
MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail features 405-feet of Lake Michigan frontage on Beaver Island’s western shore. The 3,227 square-foot, four bedroom and 3.5 bath house is listed for $1,035,000. Image provided by Knightwing Media
Located on one of the most rural, inhabited islands of the Great Lakes, “This particular house is secluded, it rests on five and a half acres and it has 405 feet of frontage with great sunset views, which is hard to beat,” said listing agent Richards.
The “white on white” home built in 2004 underwent a complete remodel in 2021. The 3,227 square-foot home features cozy living spaces spread across three levels.
The living room with wood-burning fireplace and two doors that access the back deck facing Lake Michigan at MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The residence features solid oak floors and custom woodwork throughout.
As you enter the foyer, a long hallway leads you to the bright living room with dreamy westwardly views of Lake Michigan and a wood-burning fireplace.
The living room features two doors that take you out onto one of the two expansive decks on the home.
The living room with wood-burning fireplace and two doors that access the back deck facing Lake Michigan at MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The living room with wood-burning fireplace and two doors that access the back deck facing Lake Michigan at MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
Off the living room is the spacious kitchen that features quartz countertops, a center island and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen is flanked by a dining room with another door accessing the deck. A large pantry that doubles as a laundry room also is located off the kitchen.
The kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances on the main level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The dining room inside MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The pantry off the kitchen on the main level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail. There is a laundry area in the room as well.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The main floor also features one of the home’s four bedrooms and includes 3.5 baths.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, including the master suite with breathtaking views of the lake. The suite features a large walk-in closet and an impressive bathroom that features a stand-alone tub and a separate shower.
The master bedroom suite with views of Lake Michigan on the second level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
A stand-alone tub in the master suite bathroom on the second level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail. There is also a walk-in shower and closet in the room.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The lower level features a spacious recreation room with a second wood-burning fireplace and a door accessing the outdoors.
The recreation room with wood-burning fireplace in the lower level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
There is a fourth bedroom in the basement, a half bath, and a bonus room, which can used as another bedroom, home gym or office space.
A bedroom in the lower level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
A home gym in the lower level of MLive’s Up North House of the Week at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail.Image provided by Knightwing Media
The home provides seamless indoor-outdoor living with two expansive decks on both sides of the home. The back deck transitions into the sand with a fire pit area along the lake.
An aerial view of the two expansive decks at 33171 MRS Reddings Trail features 405-feet of Lake Michigan frontage on Beaver Island’s western shore. The 3,227 square-foot, four bedroom and 3.5 bath house is listed for $1,035,000. Image provided by Knightwing Media
The 5.5-acre property also includes a buildable adjoining lot, giving you privacy from neighboring homes.
The year-round home is about a 15 to 20 minute drive from downtown St. James and a 10 minute drive from Beaver Island airport.
You can view the complete listing here.
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