This exceptional custom-built home offers a rare blend of luxury, craftsmanship, and privacy, located on 10.42 acres, yet close to everything this area has to offer. Built in 2021, this stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features 4,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, including 2,175 square feet on the main level, all positioned to capture spectacular sunsets and panoramic views stretching across Intermediate Lake to the rolling ridges beyond Central Lake. Every detail of this home was carefully curated with quality and comfort in mind. The open-concept main living area showcases rich hickory flooring, soaring ceilings accented with wood beams and shiplap, and a striking fireplace featuring a hand-hewn wood mantle. The beautifully appointed kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining spaces, creating an ideal setting for entertaining or quiet evenings overlooking Northern Michigan’s incredible scenery. The lower walkout offers polished concrete heated floors, a kitchenette, expansive living space, and a private guest retreat complete with a whimsical secret room hidden within one of the bedrooms — a feature sure to delight kids and guests alike. Built for efficiency and year-round comfort, the home features a state-of-the-art closed loop geothermal system valued at over $100,000, spray foam insulation throughout the entire home and garage, and heated floors in both the lower level and the oversized 32 x 32 garage. Outdoor living is equally impressive with composite decking, stamped concrete patios, a concrete driveway, and beautifully designed three-tier boulder retaining walls that blend seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. This extraordinary property offers privacy, space, and endless opportunities to enjoy Northern Michigan living at its finest — all just minutes from Bellaire, Shanty Creek Resorts, and the Upper & Lower Chain of Lakes. STRs allowed. Seller is related to the listing agent. Come live where you play!