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228 74th Street

South Haven, MI 49090
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Bed 4

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Bath 5

Bath

SqFt4,287

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Acres1.95

Acres(Lot)

Hidden beyond a gated entrance and nestled into one of West Michigan's most coveted stretches of shoreline, this unrivaled enclave was brought to life by the renowned O'Connor Brehm Design-Build as an enduring expression of classic American coastal architecture. Defined by its elegant gambrel roofline and cedar shake exterior, every proportion feels purposeful, and every room is oriented toward the beauty of Lake Michigan. Beyond the architecture lies the property's greatest luxury. A private beach tram carries you from the bluff to a broad stretch of pristine sugar sand shoreline where the pace of life shifts. Shoes are forgotten. The sound of the waves replaces the noise of everyday life. Another spectacular sunset becomes the evening's only agenda. Beach chairs, coolers, and forgott en essentials travel effortlessly by carriage, leaving nothing to interrupt another perfect afternoon by the water. Just moments from the celebrated harbor, acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, galleries, and waterfront charm of South Haven, the estate offers an extraordinary balance of privacy and connection. Yet it is the quiet return home that defines life here. Interiors unfold with a rhythm that feels both polished and relaxed. The chef's kitchen becomes the heart of the home, appointed with Viking, Thermador, and Sub-Zero appliances, an oversized eat-in island. Afternoons drift leisurely to the back porch as lunch sizzles at the Viking grilling station and lake breezes move through Phantom screens. Here, entertaining becomes a way of life, where conversation outlasts dinner and every gathering seems reluctant to come to an end. Behind the scenes, thoughtful design extends far beyond the finishes. A private elevator connects every level, radiant in-floor heat extends throughout the residence, and every detail reflects a thoughtful commitment to comfort, longevity, and effortless living. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat at day's end, complete with a sitting room, a spacious walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and an expansive tile shower. Additional guest bedrooms--including a charming bunk room--invite company to stay just a little longer. Crafted for every season, the lower level offers a destination all its own. It's where rainy afternoons become movie marathons, Sundays revolve around the biggest game of the season, and evenings are measured not by the hour, but by one last card game. Beyond, substantial unfinished square footage with an egress window offers exceptional flexibility for additional guest accommodations, a fitness studio, golf simulator, wine cellar, or whatever the years ahead may inspire. This extraordinary waterfront estate begins with 100 feet of private frontage and presents an opportunity seldom found along the lakeshore today. Also available is the adjoining 2.71-acre parcel with an additional 200 feet of private shoreline, creating the potential for 300 total feet of Lake Michigan frontage and over four acres of land. Whether preserved as an extraordinary measure of privacy, transformed into guest quarters, a pool and pool house, or expansive lawns where generations gather for summer celebrations and evenings beneath the stars, it is an opportunity to create a waterfront compound of lasting significance. The combined offering is available for $5,965,000. Distinguished by its architectural pedigree, uncompromising craftsmanship, and an irreplaceable stretch of Lake Michigan shoreline, this is a property that transcends the ordinary measure of luxury. It is a place of enduring significance--one that will be cherished today, admired tomorrow, and entrusted to generations yet to come.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,650,000

AD Id : 86880433

MLS Id : 26032467

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 1.95 Acres

Living Area Size : 4,287

Year Built : 2012

County : Allegan

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 2

    Water/Sewer

    Water BodyName: Lake Michigan Sewer: Public

    Room Information

    Other Rooms: 21
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle, Wood
  • Interior Features

    Elevator, Garage Door Opener, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry Roof: Shingle, Wood Appliances: Humidifier, Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Cooling: Central Air Water front: Yes WaterSource: Public
  • Fireplace

    Fireplace: Yes Number of Fireplaces: 2 Fireplace Features: 2

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2012 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Basement: Full Roof: Shingle, Wood
  • Exterior Features

    Scrn Porch
    Porch: Patio, Porch(es), Screened
  • Laundry Features

    Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level

    Patio And Porch

    Patio, Porch(es), Screened

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 107 x 782 x 110 x 796 Lot Size Area: 1.95 Acres Lot Square Feet: 84,942 Waterfront: Lake Stories: 2 Main Square Feet: 4287

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Traditional SQ ft (Living Area): 4,287 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Property Age: 14

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Id: 26032467 ist Price: $3,650,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $851 Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 02-075-022-00 Annual Tax: $0 Tax Year: 2026 Taxes: Legal description attached.

  • Parking Information

    # of Garage Spaces: 3 Has Garage: Yes Attached Garage: Yes Garage Faces Side, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached

  • School Information

    Senior High School District: South Haven
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/28/2026 @ 23:48

MLS: 26032467 LISTED BY: Chad Van Horn, Beacon Sotheby's International Realty 269-673-7133 SOURCE: Michigan Regional Information Center (MichRIC)

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