Michigan Wow Houses: Country Inn, French Normandy Tudor, French Elegance and $7.8 Million of Combined Elegance

A completely renovated home in Rochester has been operating as a bed-and-breakfast inn for several years. (Photos via Zillow)

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With our partners at Zillow, we present four Michigan “wow” houses that look like they belong in a house and garden magazine layout.

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Homes like this completely renovated 1929 home don’t come on the market often. Located at 147 North Lane in Rochester, it has the feel of a country estate, and is currently being operated as a successful bed-and-breakfast inn.

It’s on the market for $1.3 million

The 4-bedroom, 4½-bath home includes a separate apartment with kitchen, family and dining room. High-quality finishes throughout including the glass enclosed solarium with Travertine flooring and a kitchen that is any cook’s dream. Appliances include a sub-zero fridge, wine fridge, Miele dishwasher, Earthstone pizza oven, commercial Kitchen-Aid stove and more.

It is the perfect location for entertaining and, with the spectacular gardens and in-ground pool, the options are endless.

To see it, contact Gregg Smith at (269) 857-4910, David Elya at (248) 266-2185, Andrew Colburn at (248) 602-0566 or Leslie Doran at (248) 972-8523.

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You’ll find lots of extras in this spectacularly built home situated on two beautiful wooded acres at 3524 Long Lake Drive in West Bloomfield. Listed for $2.5 million, it offers more than 8,000 square feet of living space on the main levels, plus an additional 4,000-square-foot walk-out lower level.

All bedrooms are suites, and the master suite has a jet tub. Other features include a two-island gourmet kitchen, a wet bar, a full guest suite, two fireplaces and a four-plus car garage.

View this home by appointment only: Will Krieger (248) 397-5301; Melanie S. Bishop (248) 469-8065; or The Eclipse Team, (248) 266-0361.

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This elegant 4-bedroom, 6-bath estate at 477 Lake Park Drive in Birmingham represents absolute perfection. The French Normandy Tudor overlooks Quarton Lake and lists for $2.25 million.

To see it, contact Anthony and Lisa Scaccia at (248) 845-8932, Christina VandenBeg Gennari at (586) 804-7762, or Kenneth W. Peterson at (248) 972-8487.

This designer-appointed estate home is style and sophistication at it’s best. Beautifully updated custom finishes and expert craftsmanship enhance the charm of this beautiful home. Some of the newer features include John Morgan Chef’s Kitchen, a finished lower level reminiscent to an upscale studio apartment, and a large master suite featuring an 18 x 18 designer closet.

Original details such as solid walnut woodwork, leaded glass, Pewabic tile and plaster moldings add character to this very special home. It’s a rare gem not to be missed.

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Located at 4 Lake Court in Grosse Pointe, this brick mansion is a picture of elegance. The 6-bedroom, 7-bath home lists for $1.775 million.

Set at the end of an allée of trees, this handsome French Colonial offers seclusion, old world craftsmanship and many modern conveniences. It was designed by noted architect Robert O. Derrick, a recipient of numerous city and design awards, and has been featured in Detroit Home.

Recent remodels include a custom gourmet kitchen and gleaming marble master bath. Extraordinary detail is noted in the sophisticated decor and professionally landscaped 1-acre grounds. The estate also features an in-ground swimming pool, convenient attached three-car garage, and sparkling lake views from many rooms.

To see it, contact Janet Ridder (more information on Zillow), Michael Webb at (314) 444-7070, Toni Jennings at (313) 486-1699, or Pat Chasteen at (313) 681-5155.

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