$2.3M Oakland Township Home Has Private Pond, Beach, Waterfall

The stunning Oakland townhouse featured at Better Homes & Gardens on a sprawling lot with a private pool, beach and waterfall has sold for $2.3 million.

About 10 minutes from downtown Rochester, down a cul-de-sac, is the 920 Pine Needle Trail listed by Douglas Rahaim and Lauren Rahaim of DOBI Real Estate in Birmingham.

A guardhouse along the cliff face at the front of the property leads to an incline that passes a 22 foot deep pond with trout and bass in turquoise water. There is also an 11 foot deep beach and a cave with a beautiful waterfall that pours over 2500 gallons of water per minute.

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The current owners are the second family to occupy this three story, four acre home, built in 1999.

“They have invested over $1 million in this property. They added a dam. ... It's more like a glorified lake," said Lauren Rahaim, who also noted that more than 100 trees and boulders were added to the lush landscape.

A screened porch that runs the full width of the home welcomes guests to this 7,000 square foot home which features five fireplaces, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, two and a half bathrooms and a three car garage.

"The house is divided into two distinct areas," says Lauren. "One area is sort of like the main living area and the other is more formal and has offices."

Custom offices with walnut paneling, vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace with leather covered granite surround and Séura frame TV on first floor.

Within the front entrance to the left is the formal drawing room with custom crown molding, crown molding and limestone fireplace, leading to an attached library room with a custom window seat. Next are two offices, one with custom walnut paneling, coffered ceilings, a gas fireplace with leather granite surrounds and a Séura frame TV (included in the auction).

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At the rear of the home is a two-story custom kitchen that makes a dramatic statement with a clean custom look overlooking the private back porch and attached patio. The kitchen was featured in Better Homes & Gardens magazine in 2003.

"The design is a traditional mix of European farmhouse sinks and faucets with a modern twist," reads the magazine article.

Two-story kitchen in former home of Better Homes & Gardens, 920 Pine Needle Trail in Oakland Township.

Many windows in the adjacent dining area with washed wood and muted colors. Distressed marble floors set the tone for the space, with slatted cabinets, white cabinets, casement windows on solid doors that run the length of the ceiling, a custom corner counter, a second sink on the island, and the space is two stories high. Stone fireplace The space also includes a double Viking stove, warming drawers, large Sub-Zero fridge and freezer, new dishwasher and pantry.

The upper balcony contains a library that overlooks the kitchen, adding another level of architectural interest.

2 story kitchen in Better Homes and Gardens at 920 Pine Needle Trail in Oakland Township.

The main floor also includes a family room with a custom built surround sound system, leading to an attached covered patio, large laundry room and formal dining area.

A double staircase leads to the second floor which offers a master suite with high ceilings, two separate bathrooms with walk-in TV showers and separate closets, and a sitting area with a limestone fireplace and another Séura surround TV. A guest suite and two other bedrooms are also located on the second floor.

Second floor landing overlooking the kitchen at 920 Pine Needle Trail in Oakland Township.

Another guest suite on the third floor has a writing desk and fitted wardrobes.

The basement has a fully equipped kitchen with a wine cooler and beer dispenser and is equipped with a drinks station. Also includes a custom alder entertainment unit, projector and TV screen, exercise room and full bathroom with steam shower.

Other updates since the current owner bought the home 10 years ago include 3,000 square feet of walnut flooring, updated bathrooms, lighting, planter shutters, custom closets in master suite, driveway, concrete clad patio, next raised flower beds. secondary water source, carport with 11-foot ceilings for multi-car storage, and turnkey second floor.