2721 Nelson Rd, Peninsula Township, MI 49686
- $3,990,000
- 5
- BD
- 6
- BA
- 6,945
- SqFt
- List Price
- $3,990,000
- MLS#
- 78080057590
- Status
- ACTIVE
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Half-baths
- 2
- Total Square Footage
- 6,945
- Subdivision
- NA
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece, Old Mission Peninsulas Most Unique offering. Truly irreplaceable, this fully custom construction home offers breathtaking views and possibility of a boat slip at Bowers Harbor Marina. This one-of-a-kind estate has 360‚ ° of development protected views overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury across 8.44 acres with producing vineyards (Chardonnay and Riesling). Features include a passive solar entry, indoor lap pool with panoramic windows, main floor art gallery, main floor master with en suite, and loft office with deck and bay views. Lower-level gallery with kitchenette, game room, and 4 bedrooms, 3 with en-suite baths, and stunning 50-ft underground wine cellar with redwood racks. Designed for entertaining and family gatherings. Exquisite craftsmanship throughout: curved copper rooflines, steel columns with custom wood saddles, radiant floor heating, dual-zone HVAC, smart home system, 3 fireplaces, ADA-accessible 1‚ ¾" solid birch doors, granite countertops, Baldwin/Kohler fixtures, and custom cabinetry. Updates made spring 2026 including 4 new sliding doors and more. Professionally landscaped with river and pond features. Two gardens could be re-imagined as additional decking with views. Sale of vineyard grapes to Black Star Farms can be negotiated. Additional 11.5-acre vineyard parcel available across the road. Ready for the next visionary to make it theirs.
Additional Information
- Site Description
- Farm, Water View, Sloped, Split Possible, Sprinkler System-Yard
- Year Built
- 1996
- Basement Type
- Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Partial, Walkout
- Foundation
- Basement
- Acres
- 8.44
- Site Description
- Farm, Water View, Sloped, Split Possible, Sprinkler System-Yard
- Style
- Contemporary
- Acres
- 8.44
- School District
- Traverse City
- Interior Features
- Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
- Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Exterior Features
- Balcony
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Garage Description
- 3 Car, Attached, Garage, Heated Garage, Garage Door Opener
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