566 s manitou

Absolutely, "EXCEPTIONAL!" There's just no better way to describe this Lake Michigan/Good Harbor Bay home.... Designed by Dan Clancey, and built by D. Scott-M.A.C. Construction in 2000, this timeless, waterfront cottage is a masterpiece! From the twin flanking columns that support a stunning barrel vaulted front entry porch, to the expansive sunset facing deck that has views of Pyramid Point, Whaleback, and both South and North Manitou Islands, with attention paid to every detail inside and out, if you are looking for a legacy home, this could very well "be it"... You'll get a glimpse of the water as you approach the threshold, and be wowed with your first step into the foyer, wherein a spectacular great room awaits, with a vaulted ceiling, accented by hand-hewn beams, impressive, custom split stone fireplace with a raised hearth, built-in cabinetry, wood floors, dining area to accommodate the masses for those special occasions & wet bar. The kitchen too, is exceptional; equipped with Sub Zero refrigerator, Gaggenau gas cook top, steam table, & hood, Dacor double oven, granite & stainless steel counter tops, wine cooler, bead board Wooden Hammer cabinetry, tile back splash, & pasta faucet... a cooks dream! You'll enjoy the adjacent conversation space that overlooks the kitchen & the big water... a lovely spot for sharing a bottle of wine, or dessert after dinner. The master/primary suite is divine, with gas fireplace, wonderful bathroom with slate heated floors, double sink, marble vanity top, claw foot tub with a stunning water view, step in tile shower, & massive walk-in-closet with lots of storage. Lower level features 3 spacious bedrooms, each with water views, wood floors & ceilings, one with private bath, the other two share a second. Family/media room with cut stone gas fireplace, wood floors, wet bar area, easy access to the lovely beach. Impeccably maintained! SHOWINGS BEGIN 8/14. We're keeping it available until 9/7 @ 5PM when offers are due.