Stately 19th-Century Home with Turret and Lush Gardens
Nestled in the historic Oxbridge neighborhood of Ann Arbor, this magnificent 1897 residence seamlessly blends period charm w/modern comfort. This stately home on a sprawling 1-acre lot offers an impressive 6,121SF w/an additional 2,549SF in the finished lower level. The property boasts 6 spacious bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 3 half baths, providing ample room for family & guests. Five fireplaces add warmth & character throughout the home while gleaming hardwood floors enhance its elegant ambiance. Architectural details such as original moldings, wainscoting, antique glass windows, hand-carved French doors (primary suite), pocket doors (formal dining & primary suite), detailed fireplace mantles, & the original transom window make this property showcase the home's historic character. A Bay window in the formal dining room & breakfast nook overlook lush gardens. The ballroom on the first floor has French doors that open to the backyard for summer entertaining, & a third-floor turret with vaulted ceilings & built-in bookcases provides birds eye-view across the treetops of downtown Ann Arbor. The exterior harmoniously combines brick, stone, & cedar shake shingles. A patio, deck, & balcony enhance outdoor living & diverse gardens with four-season beds, cobblestone garden path, flower boxes, & raised beds for a specialty garden. An expansive stone porch & front walk are heated for winter convenience. Located near the University of Michigan campus this historic masterpiece awaits its next steward in a prime Ann Arbor location. Enjoy a private oasis in the middle of the city within walking distance of the university, hospital, and downtown Ann Arbor. The home also features a one-bedroom apartment built above the 3-car garage with a bathroom, full kitchen, washer/dryer & tankless water heater. Extensive additional features and amenities are included.