Michigan Wow Houses: 'Castle on the Lake' Oozes Old World Charm

“The castle on the lake” in St. Clair Shores is on the market. (All photos via Zillow)

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29128 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores | $950,000

This spectacular, magnificent, one-of-a-kind estate with old-world charm is known as “the castle on the lake.”

Almost every room in the house, which has a two-story glass palladium window, offers captivating views of Lake St. Clair. The vista is especially breathtaking from the top of the turret, which has a bow window hatch leading to the top of the turret, where there’s a skylight to let in more light.

It’s easy to see why with quality craftsmanship throughout, from the stone exterior, copper gutters and slate roof to the great room inside with a gorgeous fireplace, French doors leading to a family room and dining room with intricate crown moldings and mahogany, teak and walnut wainscot trim.

The estate has a motor court with a gate that leads to gorgeous landscaped grounds. An atrium connects the main residence to a carriage house featuring its own kitchen, living room, breakfast room, bedroom, pantry and separate entrance.

The main house has a finished basement with large rec room, which has a fantastic stone fireplace. Also in the basement are a large laundry room with loads of storage, a work room and a half bath.

The lot is larger than half an acre, and has 103 feet on water and a steel seawall boathouse with hoist dock.

237 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms | $3,600,000

This exceptional lakefront estate in Grosse Pointe Farms has recently undergone a dramatic transformation with extensive remodeling and redecorating. The owners spared no expense in making this residence one of the most impressive in the Pointes

Located on more than two acres of prime real estate, this amazing property provides a gorgeous kitchen with new marble countertops, extensive custom cabinetry, new tile backsplash, and a new Wolf oven and new chandeliers.

The entrance foyer has newly paneled walls and brass spindled floating staircase, The resort-like outdoor setting offers an inground pool with new tile, pebble tech,coping and hot tub, blue stone patios, chipping and putting green, koi pond and extensive grounds and newly landscaped gardens. A 17-foot by 10-foot, 4-inch greenhouse is included.

The property has both a gated entrance and security system.

5250 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield | $1,395,000

This exceptional, one-of-a-kind, six-bedroom estate is ideally located on almost six private, park-like wooded acres with picturesque river frontage.

The sophisticated home offers a sunlit two-story formal living room with a fireplace and detailed trim work. The elegant dining room has a bay window. The spacious chef’s kitchen with a large granite island and stainless steel appliances offers ample storage space and a breakfast nook. The open family room with a fireplace also has beautiful views of the well-manicured grounds.

The gorgeous indoor pool with a spa and sauna are perfect for year-round entertaining, exercise and relaxation.

The owner’s suite has a fireplace, sitting area and large, professionally organized walk-in closet, master bath with jetted tub, separate shower and double sink vanity. The other bedrooms are specious and also offer lovely views of the property.

The finished lower level completes the package and offers additional room for entertaining or guest accommodations.

988 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores | $1,749,000

If you had to pick one word to describe this estate, it would be “perfect.”

Featured on the cover of Detroit Home and multiple other publications, this home has undergone a massive renovation that left no detail untouched.

The finest materials and craftsmanship were used to bring this waterfront home up to today’s living standards.