25030 franklin park drive, franklin, MI 48025

Franklin Estate – prepare to be wowed by this Nantucket Style residence, teeming with superb architecture and custom craftsmanship, perfectly nestled on 1.83 acres backing to the Rouge River. Designed by Mark Johnson and built by Mosher, Dolan, Cataldo and Kelly. Gated entry and mature landscape provide privacy and tranquility as you are welcomed by the huge circle drive complete with motor court accented by carved granite compass rose and Belgium cobblestone. Discover construction characteristics including 10 foot ceilings on first floor and 9 foot ceilings on second floor, neutral Venetian plaster, wide planked hardwood floors, Marvin windows, Baldwin hardware throughout, Pewabic tile accents, artisan millwork, 8 foot solid wood doors throughout, extensive use of granite siding on exterior including fence posts along road, cedar shake siding, cedar shake roofing, two 2-car attached garages (one ready for stacks for car enthusiast or a bonus room on 2nd floor), front gates from Walpole Outdoors in Massachusetts, kitchen island is Pyrolave from France (enameled lava stone), and the list goes on and on. This home affords flexibility for many different lifestyles, note first floor library with full bath and walk-in closet could easily be an entry level suite. Foundation is prepped for an elevator to reach all three floors, all bedrooms have baths, two complete laundry rooms on first and second floors, butler's pantry with 2nd dishwasher, Miele coffee machine and stylish marble wet bar make entertaining a breeze. The great room features two-story granite fireplace with barrel ceiling, huge dining room with amazing built-ins and doors to blue stone terrace surrounding the entire rear of home with access from all rooms. Finished lower level adds an additional 3000+ SF, egress window, abundant storage and plenty of family living space. Newly updated pond, top notch mechanicals, three wells, generator, see feature sheet for complete detail. This is an incredibly special home!

Water Name:  rouge river
Water Description:  River Front

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