10856 M 52, Manchester, MI 48158

For sale by owner in Manchester, Michigan. A traditional and historic structure that is subtly modernized, reveals inside, a totally modern living space that is clean, elegant, and visually stunning. Flooded with natural light through numerous windows, this spacious open-plan first floor, has a natural red-maple floor, with nine-foot ceilings, lit at night, with an abundance of recessed lighting. The interior design uses neutral warm colors, with its stunning hardwood floors, to provide an elegant gallery, to highlight art work and furnishings. The kitchen has generous light, speckled-charcoal Corian counter-tops, and a breakfast/wine bar. A central staircase leads up to the three generous-sized bedrooms, where the custom-designed bathroom (2019) is the delight of the lady of the house. The designed exterior takes full advantage of its tall roof pitch (13/12). A modern Victorian, with custom running trim and gable ornaments, is executed in composite materials and life-time paint. The road-facing wing's gable, features a "Moon and Stars" sculpture, in front of a "Sun-Burst" pattern in the background, creating a depth of field effect. The "Sun-Burst" motive is reflected in the gable ornaments of the East and West wings, sun-rise and sunset. A grand feature of the exterior design is the double-deck, wrap-around veranda, edged with continuous steps, inviting all to an afternoon get-together on Saturday afternoon. The upper deck, accessed through the master bedroom, has a glass perimeter, permitting unhindered line-of-sight in all directions. Surrounded by tree canopy there is intimate privacy. Adjacent to the side door, a four-car garage is joined to the road with an asphalt driveway. Further out on the 4 acre lot, is the heated pole-barn (38'X48'). The pole-barn is fitted out as an automotive hobbyist workshop, that includes: an automobile hoist; an air-compressor with perimeter hard lines and multiple access points; 50 amp, 220 electrical service for welding; expel-air fans; and generous storage space and benches. The location of this house provides a country setting with the lower taxes of Sharon Township while being close to the small town atmosphere of Manchester, its schools, parks and library. Just ten miles to the north is Chelsea with its award-winning hospital, Jeff Daniels' Purple Rose Theater, and great restaurants such as the Common Grill. There are many events occurring during the year that the community celebrates from the canoe race on the River Raisin' in May, the Chicken Broil in July, and Hollerfest and other musical festivals in August. Many structural and cosmetic updates implemented over the years, totaling approximately $165,000.00. These upgrades include new furnace, air conditioner unit, hot water heater, construction of double deck wrap-around porch, new garage doors, remodeled kitchen and master bath.