Here is your opportunity to own a custom-built, large family home on highly sought-after Long Lake in Traverse City, just 20 minutes from downtown. Situated on an estate-sized, one-acre lot with 142 feet of private sandy waterfront, the home is tucked in a quiet cove that provides privacy while still offering expansive lake views. The kitchen, dining area, and great room flow seamlessly together for true open-concept living, ideal for entertaining and family gatherings. The great room features vaulted, tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed beams, and an impressive natural-stone, wood-burning fireplace. The first-floor primary suite includes a walk-in closet, private balcony with lake views, and an ensuite bath; two additional large bedrooms upstairs, with tongue-and-groove ceilings and striking architectural lines, are accompanied by a massive bonus room ideal as a fourth bedroom, kids' bunk room, or game room. The finished walkout lower level includes its own bathroom and additional living space to make hosting lake gatherings effortless. A combined five garage stalls between the attached 2.5-car garage and detached 3-car garage provide plenty of room for all your lake toys and storage needs. Enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktails in the three-season room with sweeping lake views. The private, wooded setting is rich with wildlife (deer, birds, and loons) and offers excellent fishing right off the dock. Mature hardwoods and pines cover the property and a circular drive provides easy access. Located in the coveted Forest Park area, this home is an ideal setting for enjoying the best of Northern Michigan lake living with close proximity to everything Traverse City has to offer.