5795 Old Channel Trail

Overview

Exquisite opportunity! With over 14 acres and 250 ft of lake frontage on White Lake, this Edwardian Era home exudes historic charm and opulence. In addition to the 3 stories of impressive wood work, 9' ceilings, three gorgeous fireplaces, and your choice of porches, this property also includes a 1400 sq foot carriage house, storage shed, boat house, and an electric beach trolley. Five large bedrooms and two full bathrooms give plenty of space; however, the 3rd floor attic has great potential for additional living space and/or more bedrooms if desired. A mix of sandy beach and sea wall on the shore allows for all types of water sports' fun. The area is known for trophy fishing, golf, boating, & hunting. White Lake is a deep water port to Lake Michigan making it ideal for boating/sailing!

Property details

What to ask about this one

Three questions worth putting to the listing side before you write anything. They are specific to this property, not a checklist.

1. 01

   Confirm the bottomland ownership and what the dock permit allows

2. 02

   Check the lake board's rules on watercraft and no-wake hours

3. 03

   Check the township zoning and whether the parcel is split-eligible

4. 04

   Budget for a pre-1978 inspection — lead paint, knob-and-tube, and the roof

5. 05

   Ask what the taxable value uncaps to after the sale, not what the seller pays now