13927 Carter Lake Street , Jones, MI 49061(Cass County)

Perched high on a hill in the Mogadore Valley region of Southwest Michigan, this home is nestled in 9 acres (two parcels) of wooded land in Cass County MI. This custom contemporary home is the definition of peaceful seclusion. Rolling terrain, woods and wetlands views, it is the kind of quiet calm that permeates your soul. And its located only 12 miles from the Swiss Valley Ski Resort. Built in 2001 by Dave Mark Construction Inc of Elkhart, IN, it has been updated and improved by the current owners during their 16 years of ownership. The home blends architectural character with intentional upgrades and meticulous care. Rounded corners, vaulted ceilings, skylights and walls of Pella windows define the interior, flooding the space with natural light and scenic sightlines. The main level focus is a dramatic living room with high vaulted ceiling, a custom gas fireplace and breathtaking views. It flows seamlessly into a well-designed kitchen with custom cabinets, quartz countertops, skylights, a built in desk area and generous storage space. A formal dining room with a built-in china cabinet is a few steps away. A relaxing four-season room and pergola-covered deck invite you to slow down and soak in the views. A loft area is just a few steps away from the living room, offering great space for an office or quiet reading area. The large primary master bedroom suite is a quiet retreat with a tray ceiling, built-in desk/vanity and a spa-level bath with a 7' x 4' all-glass tiled shower, whirlpool tub overlooking the valley and a generous double vanity with granite counter. The second main-level bedroom has its own bath with a tub/shower offering flexibility for guests or main-floor living. A conveniently placed laundry area comes complete with washer and electric dryer. Moving to the lower-level, you'll find a beautiful living space with a kitchenette (with refrigerator and microwave oven), family room, a library/craft room/game room, a full bathroom and a suite designed to offer the flexibility of a 3rd and 4th bedroom/office, complete with an egress window. A workshop with a second washer and gas dryer, water heater, water softener and large workspace and storage area complete the lower level. The attached large 3-stall garage comes complete with 2 closets, cabinets, hot & cold water, compressed air and gas heater. It has a low maintenance professional epoxy floor. And now the bonus - a 40' x 60' detached garage/workshop sits only 100' from the house. Divided into two areas 30' x 40' each, one side offers heated space for the hobbyist, with hot & cold water, compressed air, ample cabinets, epoxy floor and an office with desk, cabinets and a stereo system. The other half of this extraordinary building is the "shop" with great space for your lawn/garden machinery along with 2 refrigerators. This building has 4 garage doors (3 with openers) and a separate room for your garden tools. The property is meticulously landscaped with terraced areas, a manicured lawn, beautiful flower gardens and a firepit to enjoy a chilly evening with friends. It has 2 separate driveways (off of Birch Road and Carter Lake St) The home and out-building have a 30-year roof (2023), a HVAC heat pump system (2021), a Generac whole-house generator (2024) and a monitored security system protecting both the house and detached workshop. This property reflects a pride of ownership of a truly magnificent home. Its more than a house - it's a private country retreat, a place to tinker, entertain, relax and breathe.