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Log Home adjoins Sleeping Bear Dunes

Log cabin at the end of a gravel driveway peeks between mature trees with a tall dune in the background. Drone shot is taken over the turquoise water of Little Glen Lake toward the shore with the Dune Climb as a Texas-shaped patch of sand from above and dense forest surrounding it, where the home is, and a sliver of Lake Michigan shows in the distance behind the dunes. This is a partial view of the carpeted living room with the French doors and windows above them, log-sided wall and kitchen and dining room in the distance. A fireplace is across the room from this scene, out of the frame. Log home interior photo of kitchen shows the cherry wood cabinetry, stainless gas oven with microwave above it and a cooking island with granite counter. You can see the pine log walls and pendulum lighting. This is a bright and cheery space.

Bordering the Sleeping Bear Dunes, this full log 3 BR, 2.5 BA home rests among mature trees on 1.7 acres adjoining National Park property south of the Dune Climb in Glen Arbor Township. The well-maintained residence was built in 2020, and amenities include central air, natural gas, water softener, cable TV and internet, and a whole-house Generac generator for peace of mind.

The inside is clean and bright, with log exterior walls and drywalled interior walls and ceilings. Floors are carpeted or covered in luxury plank vinyl. A vaulted ceiling in the Great Room includes windows above the French door to let more light stream in. Cozy up to the gas fireplace or step from the living room to the 10×20 outdoor deck with spectacular views of the dunes. A cook’s kitchen includes a 6-burner gas stove and double oven, granite counters, cherry wood cabinets, stainless appliances and an island with seating next to the dining area. A kitchen doorway  leads to the 15×18 screened porch for outdoor dining, reading and lounging. The main floor primary bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet with its own access to the laundry area, a sliding door to the balcony, and a full bathroom with dual sinks. A half bath is conveniently located off the entry.

The finished lower level shares the upper entryway and has its own  entrance via French doors. Set up as an apartment-type living space, the lower level includes a large family room, kitchen, bathroom with shower, and two bedrooms: one nonconforming, one with a door to the outside—perhaps for your home office or hobby room. Additionally, there is a 15×15 utility/storage/shop area.

Step outside for more property features. Store tools in the 16×12 garden storage shed. At the road are an RV hookup and a 16×12 cabin attractively finished inside for use as a guest cabin or art studio. A long driveway promises privacy, less road noise, and the dark skies you need to stargaze around the campfire. Walk from the backyard to National Park property and the dunes.

Offered for sale at $749,900. For more details, click HERE

SOLD! Sleeping Bear Dunes-a close neighbor

We aren’t surprised that this home already found a new owner!

Image for Sleeping Bear Dunes home shows the south end of the home with two stories and extensive multi-level decking. Trees frame the home on the north and west sides.
8950 W Stormer Rd., Empire.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of your closest neighbors in a countryside setting just south of the village of Empire in Leelanau County. Five acres of privacy surround this three bedroom, two bath home with a 2-car attached, finished garage. Set on a hillside dotted with pines and mature leafy trees, the home was designed to flow with the landscape—with inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright. The main level is a dream for entertaining and features an expansive floor plan with open kitchen, dining and living areas in a Great Room space. A beamed cathedral ceiling, solid wood doors, and wood and tiled floors add to the simple, clean, natural look of the home’s Craftsman style of architecture. The spacious kitchen includes wood cabinetry, solid surface counters, stainless appliances, a wall oven, and a large cooking island with a gas stovetop. Beyond it is the living area with a cozy woodstove and a wall of sliding glass doors with a southern exposure. Step outside to lounge, watch wildlife or stargaze on the raised portion of the multi-level deck. The home’s walkout lower level features three bedrooms, two with sliding glass doors to the covered portion of the deck, a built-in bookcase in the hallway, a full bathroom and the convenient laundry area. Turn the large, unfinished bonus room above the garage into your music/arts/crafts studio or use as a private guest or recreation room. In this space, a sliding glass door leads to a balcony overlooking the side yard with tiered beds for flowers. The National Lakeshore Treat Farm trail is just across M-22 and leads to dune views of Lake Michigan. Visit Empire for services, dining choices, small town charm and the exceptional Lake Michigan public beach.  This home is in the Glen Lake School District. You can’t get much closer to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore than this! Find more photos, room dimensions and other information HERE.

SOLD! Two acres near Sleeping Bear Dunes

Two acres near Sleeping Bear Dunes on Benzonia TrailThis two-acre property (IT’S SOLD!)  is just south of the Glen lakes and is close to both Glen Arbor and Empire, Michigan for dining, shopping, and amenities and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore for recreation. The parcel is wooded, offering privacy, and has a beautiful clearing with a countryside view. It’s close to Inspiration Point, Egeler Scenic View, Dunes Golf Club, the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail for hiking and bicycling, and The Homestead for resort skiing and dining.

Centrally located in the heart of a recreational paradise, the property also offers a straightforward commute via M-72 to all the nightlife and city shopping Traverse City offers. Find more details HERE. An appointment is needed to walk the property.  If you’re looking for a waterfront parcel, you’ll find a wonderful spot we’ve listed on Crystal Lake HERE.

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