Gaylord - MLS# 479551

Set on nearly two acres across two separate lots with 80 feet of private frontage on serene Fawn Lake, this extensively updated Northern Michigan retreat offers the perfect blend of waterfront tranquility and year-round recreation. Conveniently located just minutes from I-75 and only a three-hour drive from Detroit, the property delivers the Up North lifestyle without sacrificing accessibility. Thoughtfully renovated over the past five years, the home features new hardwood flooring, fresh paint, updated window treatments, new sliding glass doors, and stunning concrete kitchen countertops with matching backsplash. The kitchen and laundry areas include updated appliances, while the primary suite offers a custom cedar closet system. Major infrastructure improvements include a high efficiency gas furnace with all new ductwork and central air conditioning replacing the former electric heat system, new four bedroom septic system with separate tanks for the home and garage with 30 AMP RV hook-up, new roof and seamless gutters, new well pump and pressure switch, updated garage door openers, and new glass in seven windows. The heated garage offers exceptional flexibility with its own gas furnace, kitchen, living area, and bonus room ideal for a hobby workshop, recreation space, studio, or non-conforming guest overflow area. Outside, enjoy a new lakeside shed, six newly planted fir trees for added privacy, and the rare advantage of an additional lot providing future flexibility and expanded outdoor space. Located adjacent to Trail 7, one of Northern Michigan’s primary snowmobile trail arteries, the property is perfectly positioned for four season enjoyment with nearby golf, skiing, fishing, boating, dining, and all that Gaylord has to offer, including close proximity to all sports Otsego Lake. Whether you are searching for a year-round residence, seasonal getaway, or recreational retreat, this turnkey Fawn Lake property captures the very best of Northern Michigan living.