9587 palaestrum road

You'll know you have arrived "Up North" when you enter this gorgeous Elk Lake home that invites in the beauty of the nature that surrounds it while providing for all the creature comforts. The lake is showcased in nearly every room in this thoughtfully designed Shores of Palastra home conveniently located on the SW side of Elk Lake close to the charming village of Elk Rapids yet just 20 minutes to Traverse City's attractions. The crescent ceiling of the foyer draws the eye to the panoramic lake view with 210 feet of private frontage. The stunning great room features a stone with oak wood burning fireplace, 15 ft oak beaming ceiling & specially lit games area. Kitchen & Dining rooms feature antiqued Chestnut floors with garden & lake views. Custom cabinetry w/a large built in hutch, granite topped island and bar surround contrasting Corian counter tops, tumbled marble backsplash w/hand designed tiles make this kitchen a delightful work space. Wake up every morning to stunning lake views in the master suite which features walk in closets & a large bathroom w/custom cabinetry, heated tile floors, double sinks, seated vanity area, large walk in shower w/curved tiled & glass, bathtub alcove & water closet. Lower level has spacious family room, 3 large bedrooms, office & beach entry bathroom with curved redwood walls & in floor heat. Home has laundry rooms on both floors, shop can be accessed from the garage as well as outside. Expansive cedar & aluminum deck as well as stone patio take advantage of the amazing setting with woods, lake, waterfall & gardens. Convenient outdoor shower keeps the beach sand outdoors. Conservancy land behind home, private setting! NEW Roof, 3 Garage Doors, Exterior Paint, Carpet, Furnaces