5261 N Leland Ridge Dr, Leland, MI 49654

Extremely Private Lake Michigan Lakefront Luxury Retreat. Perched high along the Lake Michigan shoreline just 5 minutes from the historic village of Leland, this luxury retreat provides a tranquil, extremely private setting with breathtaking sunset views over the Manitou Islands. Enjoy the bright open living space with high ceilings. A combined living/dining layout provide floor to ceiling windows with majestic views to Lake Michigan. Expand your view from the spacious deck for outdoor dining over Lake Michigan. Includes private Lake Michigan beach frontage with a large truly sandy beach allowing hours of enjoyment while walking, swimming, or rock hunting. Access the beach with ease via a short well-maintained safe stairway. The home accommodates guests with 3 King bedrooms, a Twin Loft, and a Guest House with a King bed and luxury bath suite. Each primary bedroom is served by a full bathroom with luxury architectural finishes and design elements of a 5 star resort. The property is in the center of all that the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer. The ideal location to launch adventurous outings, or to retreat for peace and tranquility at this luxury home. Enjoy time with close friends or family absorbing the beauty and respite the beauty of Lake Michigan has to offer. This is truly a rare opportunity to enjoy a 5-star villa experience in Northern Michigan in a private location. When visitors arrive first impressions are the home's architectural details of the Hamptons not often found in the midwest. The setting is unique as the main house and guest cottage are nestled into the hillside dune within a small, private enclave with only one private residence currently made available for exclusive guest stays. Recent guests intending to visit a short period of time extended their stay long enough to write a memoir. The sound of the wave action and the surrounding forests create a meditative environment to feel the sense of getting away from it all. The private beach only accessed by this residence allows for miles of walking/boating exploration to the north and south. Get some exercise while inspiring the soul to relax and be restored by nature's glory. The Leland Ridge Retreat location allows for easy of access to many Leelanau Conservancy groomed trails within walking distance. Clay Cliffs, Houdek Dunes, and Whaleback are all nearby hikes. World class biking is out the door to explore the many miles of Leelanau County backroads. Many of the best restaurants and wineries are a short drive as well. Dunebird Winery is just 3 minutes north and great for families and friends to gather and enjoy wines, coffee, and live music. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore begins south of Leland at Good Harbor Road just 8.5 miles away. Explore many adventures and educational experiences while taking in Mother Nature's splendor. A minimum 6 month lease term required. A 12-24 month lease term is preferred. Rate reflected is based on an annual lease term. Yet peak summer seasonal rates would apply if lease term includes peak summer weeks/months of June - September. Non Disclosure Agreements to address guests privacy are available upon request. Please contact us for more specific details about this special experience and opportunity. Preferred Lease term/duration is minimum of 6 - 12 months. Shorter term stays are 31 day minimum. stay term reviewed per inquiry based on occupancy dates required. Ideal lease term 6 months to 2 years. PLEASE NOTE Seasonal rates apply if minimum 30 day stay requirement is preferred/requested during PEAK SUMMER SEASON months of June, July, August. Monthly stay rate 30 day minimum peak summer months is $59,500 per month in June, July, or August. HOA bylaws require minimum 30 plus day stays. Stays beyond 120 days Utilities invoiced to occupants or added to monthly rental rate for tenant occupancy longer than 6 months. Non-refundable Pet Fee required. Proof of renters insurance required. Rental application, References, and credit check.