LOCATED IN WEST MICHIGAN NEAR CITY OF FREMONTA 5676 sq ft Manor House on a 26 acre estate with extensive frontage on two lakes and the stream that connects them. Fremont is a prosperous rural community best known as the home of Gerber Foods. Grand Rapids, MI is SE 47 miles and Muskegon, MI is SW 35 miles.DESIGNED IN THE STYLE OF HISTORIC GEORGE WYTHE HOUSEThe Manor House was built in 1963 replicating the colonial style of the historic George Wythe House in Williamsburg, Virginia. Architect designed, and built by master craftsmen, the house is spacious, well appointed with many amenities, and is well suited to comfortably entertain large and small groups in formal and informal settings. OTHER STRUCTURES ON ESTATE Honeymoon Cottage: On the shore of Third Lake, in a picturesque setting, is a two-story cottage with kitchen, rustic living room with fireplace, and a screened-in porch on the main level. Upstairs is a bedroom exuding cozy cottage elegance. Activity Barn: Adjoining the house an aesthetically-pleasing, two-level activity barn has hobby and craft workshops in the lower level and a large venue entertainment space on the upper level. Greenhouse: Attached to the house is a large greenhouse for the home horticulturist. Storage Buildings: Two buildings, measuring 24 by 53 and 28 by 40, are used for tools, equipment, and vehicle storage. THE LANDThis secluded 26 acre estate is situated on a knoll at the end of a cul-de-sac. This rise overlooks 295 feet of Fourth Lake frontage to the north, 1,500 feet of Third Lake frontage to the south and, to the east, 990 feet of frontage on the stream that connects the two lakes. The manor house sits 70 feet above the lakes and is surrounded by a landscaped lawn, spotted with beautiful trees. The sides of the knoll, sloping down to the lakes, are covered with high-canopy, mature woods resulting in a grassy forest floor with little underbrush.THE LAKESThe property is located in a lake district on the northeast outskirts of Fremont, Mich. First, Second, Third and Fourth lakes are the most prominent bodies of water near the property and cover 12, 29, 46, and 34 acres respectively. The four lakes are connected by streams and are part of the headwaters of the Muskegon River watershed. They are known throughout the region as quality fishing lakes. Both First and Second Lakes have public access. The property borders both Third and Fourth lakes, which are the uppermost of the four.ABOUT FREMONT, MICHIGANFremont is a town with 4,600 people of many nationalities who are attracted by over 300 area businesses and civic-minded organizations that continually invest back into the community to make it one of Michigan's greatest places to live, work and play. It is a community with a proud heritage and home to the world's largest baby food company, Gerber Products now owned by Nestle. Fremont offers the charm of small-town living with excellent school systems and medical facilities, many churches and a business community that provides old-fashioned customer service. The Fremont Municipal Airport is classified as a General Utility Airport and is home to more than 50 aircraft and the Gerber Products Company Aviation Department. A golf course is visible from the estate on the other side of Third LakeBED AND BREAKFAST POTENTIALAs a B & B this property would offer elegance charm. The large kitchen is designed to prepare food for large groups. Local zoning codes would allow this property to be used as a Bed and Breakfast.PROPERTY WEBSITEFor a detailed photo essay of the property go to www.michiganlakeestate.com
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