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3 Beds
3 Baths
5,038 sqft

$749,900

12175 Watkins Road, Brooklyn MI, 49230

Price per sqft$148.85
Built in1987
Property size5,038 sqft
Property typeResidential
Courtesy of Elizabeth Brien, The Charles Reinhart Company

Overview

Active

Listed Apr 7, 2026

Updated 10 days ago

Amazing New Price! A private, appealing retreat set on 12+ wooded acres in Irish Hills, this extraordinary estate offers a rare blend of natural beauty, recreation, and resort-style living. With breathtaking frontage of a private five-acre stocked pond with your own dock, the experience begins when you arrive, where a picturesque 2nd pond with a fountain comes into view creating a memorable approach. The setting feels like a peaceful sanctuary designed to be enjoyed year-round. The thoughtfully designed A-frame Residence features a soaring ceiling and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the surrounding landscape & bring the outdoors in. One of the most remarkable features of the property is the luxurious Pool & Entertainment building with a 3rd full bath. The main living spaces are warm and inviting with pine wood paneling, anchored by a gas fireplace & expansive pond views. The Kitchen is designed for both everyday living & entertaining, featuring granite countertops, stainless appliances, a gas cooktop, double convection ovens, island & a charming dining area with a wood-burning stove. The main-level PrimarySuite is a true retreat. The newly remodeled en-suite has a new, spa like bathroom complete with soaking tub, large shower, beautiful dual vanity & a walk-in closet with custom built ins. The 2nd floor offers another bedroom & a full bath. The serene 3rd floor has space for an office, study or 3rd bedroom. The Pool House is designed for year-round enjoyment & this exceptional space features slate stone accent walls, a full kitchen with Brazilian granite & bar seating, workout space, a full 3rd bath and a deluxe eight-person hot tub. Designed for both entertaining & relaxation, the gunite Pool features a comfortable 4.6' depth that creates an inviting atmosphere for lounging, conversation & gatherings with family & friends. The pool house was further enhanced with new windows & sliding doors that walk out to the new deck which maximizes the lake views. The grounds are equally impressive. Enjoy quiet mornings overlooking the lake from the expansive deck, spend evenings gathered around the firepit, or explore the walking trails that wind through the wooded acreage. Additional features include 2 Pole Barns for vehicles, recreation equipment & workshop space. Both have solar electric and one has a cement floor with an electric sub panel. Two generators add peace of mind & the pool equipment is new in 2026. With its rare combination of privacy, thoughtful updates, and extraordinary recreational amenities, this remarkable sanctuary offers a lifestyle few properties can provide. No need to have a house up north or go on vacation!

$4,989/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $749,900 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
26012985

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
12.35 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$27,813
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
Pool
Yes
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Courtesy of The Charles Reinhart Company

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