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Holland, Michigan
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Nearly 9,000-square-foot custom home boasts all the bells and whistles.
Address 1711 South Shore Dr. Holland, MI 49423
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ho among us hasn’t dreamed about how life might change with a winning lottery ticket? We think about buying exotic sports cars, luxury yachts, perhaps taking a trip around the world, and — inevitably — buying a magnificent waterfront home with every imaginable luxury. For boaters, that magical dream house might look a lot like the 8,610-square-foot gem located at 1711 South Shore Drive in Holland, Michigan. “1711 South Shore Drive sits in a beautiful area, located just east of the Macatawa Bay Yacht Club and Eldean Shipyard, making it ideal for socializing with other boaters and enjoying fine dining,” says associate broker Andrea Crossman-Ortman. “It has a private, deep-water dock with lifts and is close to the channel leading into Lake Michigan.” Completed in 1997, this spectacular, custom-built home rests on more than 130 feet of Lake Macatawa frontage in a park-like setting — appropriate considering the home’s close proximity to Sanctuary Woods Preserve, with its stunning hiking trails, and Saugatuck Dunes State Park, with its
Specs Bedrooms: 6 Baths (full): 6 Baths (half): 2 Square Footage: 8,610 Shoreline: 131 feet Price: $1,975,000 Contact Andrea L. Crossman-Ortman Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt Holland, MI 616-218-0267 Waterfront luxuryHoMes.coM
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unique freshwater coastal sand dunes that tower more than 200 feet over Lake Michigan. Its prestigious address, lush landscaping and phenomenal lake views give this home tremendous curb appeal, but it’s the stunning interior details and sumptuous comforts that truly set it apart. A beautifully curved staircase in the main foyer creates a dramatic main entry, enticing you to explore its large, comfortable rooms with unique lighting and architectural features. The great room — complete with cozy fireplace — offers large picture windows overlooking the lake while a large, open, modern kitchen features lake views and a full center island. The spectacular main floor master suite boasts a private hot tub deck and an enclosed, three-season porch, creating a relaxing and intimate nest for enjoying those extraordinary waterfront vistas. “You really must get inside this home to appreciate all the extras,” says Crossman. “The craftsmanship and quality are just incredible.” LB