Location: Stevensville, MI

Owner: Private Residence

Size: 2,200 SF

Completion: TBD

The owner desired a weekend retreat that would be useful in both entertaining guests, as well as, allow for a solitary retreat to escape from a stressful work week. The design of the 2,200 sq. ft.home accommodates both criteria in an open floor plan that is both spacious and cozy. The house is situated on a four acre parcel, with a long approach thru natural woodlands to add to the retreat’s seclusion.The kitchen, great room and the outdoor kitchen/ covered patio all share views of the two sided interior/ exterior fireplace. These rooms as well as the upper bedroom also have great views of the small natural lake situated on the property. The loft style second floor bedroom is also able to be opened to look down into the Great room. The master suite is self-sufficient and is insulated from the activities of the first floor thru the home office. Guests can retire to the second floor bedrooms, and share a second floor bath. A bonus room above the garage allow the homeowner an open canvas to develop and change with the many various hobbies that he enjoys.The exterior materials of the home blend the rugged characteristics of wooded environment with wood shake siding, the appeal of natural stone, and horizontal lap siding. The rustic stone base, the use of the cedar shake siding, as well as the patio and the prominent large second floor arched window contribute to the homes appealing shingle-style of architecture.