With water views of the beautiful Lake Charlevoix, an open, airy floor plan, and elegant attention to detail, this 6,000 sq. ft. modern, luxury lakeside getaway has something for everyone. Plus, it’s less than a minutes walk from Ferry Beach, one of Charlevoix’s premier beaches.
It includes several living spaces to spread out in, including an inviting upper floor main living area with stunning indoor/outdoor spaces, separate upper floor guest quarters and a beautiful yet relaxed main floor for recreation. Charlevoix has been our family oasis for over 10 decades, and we’re excited to share our family home with you! Features include:
• 4 bedrooms on the upper level plus 1 bunk room on the main level, comfortably sleeping 16. (note: there are only two 1/2 baths on the main floor - all showers / tubs are upstairs :))
• 3 full bathrooms (upper level), 2 half bathrooms (main floor)
• 2 fabulous and well-appointed kitchens with custom cabinetry, top-of-the line appliances and quartz counters on the upper level, plus a convenient kitchenette next to the walkout deck on the main level
o All kitchens are designed with your entertaining needs in mind. Across the 3 there is 1 walk-in pantry, 3 full size refrigerators, 4 beverage refrigerators, 3 ovens, 3 dishwashers, and an abundant amount of seating & countertop space
o A large island in the main kitchen, plus a beautiful bar/peninsula in the second kitchen
o A wine bar to impress even our most discerning guests
• An expansive 700 sq. ft. covered wrap around deck on the upper level, with amazing views of Lake Charlevoix
• A spacious lower-level deck, perfect for alfresco dining or an evening refreshment. It includes two grills (propane and charcoal), a dining area, a two person hammock, and a propane firepit
• 3 beautiful living areas, including 2 on the upper level and 1 on the main level
o Italian White Oak floors throughout plus a warm and cozy gas stone fireplace on the upper level
• Two heated 2-car garages with epoxy floors (one is private to owners)
• Laundry area with a utility sink
• A brick driveway with off-street parking for at least 6 cars
• Energy-efficient design with multi-layer foam & concrete exterior walls, insulated interior walls and ultra high-density attic insulation, for a comfortable atmosphere and low energy consumption year-around
• Central heat & air-conditioning, reliable high-speed guest Wifi & easy self-check-in
• All of the modern conveniences, including comfy beds with high-quality linens, extra towels & beach towels, kitchen gadgets & appliances, drip & Keurig coffee makers, a crib, a pack-n-play, games, puzzles, a cooler, 5 bikes (2 teenager/adult, 3 youth), a paddle board and beach toys & chairs.
• Complimentary touches throughout the house so you only have to pack the essentials, typically including a bottle of chilled Prosecco, coffee (drip & Keurig), spices, cooking oil, some condiments, storage & trash bags, dish & dishwasher soap, bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper, hand soaps, etc) and laundry supplies (detergent & dryer sheets).
Across the street you’ll find one of Charlevoix’s lovely sandy beaches (Ferry Beach) with a swim dock, play areas, volleyball & basketball courts, covered picnic areas and much more. Have a boat? The Charlevoix public boat launch is less than a mile away for easy access to all of the water sports Charlevoix has to offer, and the Northwest Marine Yacht Club is also across the street, with transient slip availability for boats of all sizes. The Back Lot bar & grill is also only steps away, with outdoor dining, lake views, food trucks and a full bar. Downtown Charlevoix is just over a mile away, with boutique shopping, wonderful restaurants, concerts, festivals, a weekly Farmer’s Market, a library, movie theater, and beautiful views of Charlevoix’s world-class harbor, historic lighthouse, and Lake Michigan.
The beautiful Charlevoix area offers a unique lifestyle including a multitude of outdoor activities. It features gorgeous nature trails for walking, hiking and biking, plus boating, sailing, fishing, golf, tennis and skiing. It also hosts several fun events throughout the year, including Boyne Thunder (July), Venetian Festival (July), a Waterfront Art Fair (August), Apple Fest (October) and a Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting (November).
Ferry Ave. is conveniently located to some of the most coveted wedding venues, including Charlevoix Yacht Club (DIRECTLY across the street), Castle Farms and East Jordan Valley Farms. If you want to venture out even further Charlevoix is central to many of northern Michigan's most iconic locations, with Traverse City, Torch Lake, Boyne City, Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City all an hour or less away. This home and the surrounding area are perfect for those looking for a luxury getaway year around, offering a relaxing, warm, and cozy environment. NO SMOKING ON PROPERTY (INSIDE OR OUT).
