Perched atop Ludington Park in Escanaba, 710 Lake Shore Drive offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan’s Little Bay De Noc. This stately 1894 showcase originally housed Escanaba Mayor, Ole Errickson and his family. While many prominent families have called 710 home, the charm and elegance is tastefully designed ensuring a home where warmth and comfort are evident throughout. Situated on a double city lot, the 5,243 square foot gem features eight bedrooms, five baths, period fixtures and craftsmanship mixed with functional ingenuity. The 46 foot covered porch and Grand Foyer lead to the sweeping Grand Staircase and kids are overjoyed playing in the "Harry Potter Room" situated under the stairs. Directly across the quiet street sits 200 acre Ludington Park, home to the Karas Bandshell and twice-weekly concerts. A giant play area, lighted basketball, volleyball and tennis courts are merely feet away and within a stone’s throw of the golden sand beach. 710 is THE spot for the 4TH Of July fireworks and in winter you can watch the kids sled down the premiere hill from the comfort of your couch accompanied by a roaring fire. The Grand Foyer and Grand Staircase make an amazing first impression as you enter while the 17 beautifully crafted leaded glass windows cast rainbows of color cascading throughout the home. The original woodwork, heavy pocket doors and hardwood flooring is not only beautiful but also level and in incredible condition. First floor choices include a bright bay-view living room with fireplace or a gorgeous dark oak den with original boxed-beam ceiling. The rooms are all separated by pocket doors so quiet time or party time are a simple glide away. The kitchen has a new fridge and dishwasher, giant built in pantry, 190 degree on-demand water dispenser and bakers will love the built in bread racks with warming lights. The first floor laundry has a newer washer/dryer while also having an additional warming stove for overflow cooking needs. The second floor has five bedrooms, two full baths and a quiet sitting area surrounded by enormous built-in oak bookshelves. The third floor has a huge open living area equipped with a small stove/range, fridge enclosure, sink and full bath. The three bedrooms and giant closets offer plenty of space and is a perfect setting for long-term guests or elderly parents needing a private space. The basement has nine rooms so organization will not be a problem. DIY folks and crafter's will love their own spaces and you’ll have plenty of storage left over. A half bath and utility sink come in handy and there is even a dedicated firewood room stocked with mature hardwood ready for your first fire. In 2009 a new state-of-the-art Weil Mclain boiler system was installed which keeps the hot water heat costs very reasonable in winter. Most rooms have been re-insulated and dry-walled so crumbling plaster isn’t an issue. Roof is newer with architectural shingles and a new rubber roof sits atop the two car attached garage. Any asbestos has been removed by a certified company. There is new high-end carpet in part of the second floor along with some new bathroom fixtures. Topping it off is a new architectural fence that encloses all of the .36 acre lot highlighted by a classic white picket fence that runs along Lake Shore Drive.
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