8455 Oakside St, Portage, MI 49002

Set far off the road in this rare and tranquil 1.35-acre wooded setting in Portage, is a one-of-a-kind custom-built home offering privacy, charm, and endless possibilities. Built by the original owners in 1982, this beautifully maintained home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout, including durable 2x6 wall construction. PLUS, the property includes a 20x34 heated and insulated workshop! Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, mature trees, gorgeous ivy, and peaceful outdoor spaces, you'll feel miles away from it all while remaining conveniently close to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Relax on the spacious deck, unwind on the quaint screened porch with storage underneath overlooking the backyard and trickling fountain, or gather around the inviting fire pit. Inside, a beautiful slate floor welcomes you in the entryway, along with abundant closet and storage space (including a cedar closet) and a spacious great room with soaring vaulted ceilings. The kitchen is designed for both function and convenience with three pantries and a newer dishwasher. The lower level offers additional living space highlighted by a cozy wood-burning stove in the family room, an attached greenhouse (heated) with a brick floor, a spacious 4th bedroom, and 1/2 bath. The whole-house fan provides added comfort and energy efficiency. Recent improvements include four new Andersen windows. The impressive workshop and art studio are a dream for hobbyists, artists, woodworkers, or entrepreneurs, featuring 10-foot ceilings, an overhead door, air filtration system, wall furnace and Vermont Castings stove. Make sure to visit the large storage shed, which includes an attached dog pen, and a woodshed. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of privacy, functionality, and natural beauty-an extraordinary retreat you'll be proud to call home.