1550 mcgregor rd, west branch, MI 48661

This listing is NOT a foreclosure. Main PropertyLandApproximately 70 acres surrounded by state and federal land. There are rolling hills an some small artesian wells.Approximately 50% is wooded, oak, maple, birch, red pine. Also, several old, producing apple trees; beautiful flower gardens and landscaping.One quarter mile frontage on public, county maintained road.Eastern half mile boundary of property is a two-track.Western boundary of property is federal land.Frequent visitors to property include: deer, turkey, grouse, rabbit, fox, coyote, an occasional bear and birds of all kinds including American Bald Eagle.OutbuildingsOutbuildings include a large, four stall horse and storage barn, approximately 48 feet by 40 feet. The barn is equipped with water.There is one wood fenced pasture and one tape fenced pasture for a total of about 3 fenced acres. Additional out buildings are a wood shed, approximately 16 feet by 24 feet and piping for an outside wood burner to be connected to the house boiler heating system.HomeWood log sided home situated on the crest of a hill with a "five mile view". The home is two story, approximately 3600 square feet finished living space plus a 140 squar...

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e foot three season room and a 2040 square feet partially finished walk-out basement.Four bedrooms, 5 baths; wrap around deck and full walk-out basement with brick-appearance poured walls. Two car attached garage. The house is conventional "stick built" with 2x6 exterior walls insulated with NuWool spray-in insulation. There is a hot water boiler system for in-floor radiant heat in the basement and first floor, and baseboard heat on the second floor. An outside wood burner would comfortably heat the house, or could be ignored and have heat provided by the propane boiler. All fresh water piping is copper; waste water piping is PVC.All construction, electric, plumbing, heating is code compliant, inspected and approvedThe home has a hybrid electric system. Operation can be "off-grid", not connected to commercial power. Ample electricity is supplied by an alternative energy system: wind turbines, solar panels, batteries, inverter, and a back-up propane generator. Or, the home can operate "on-grid" connected to Consumers Energy. All in-house electrical wiring, outlets and switches are code-compliant 120v 60hz. BasementApproximately 2040 square feet, walk-out, outside entrance, partially finished.The full size basement is partially finished with some partitions, built-in storage shelves, and drywall on the exterior walk-out wall. The foundation walls are poured concrete and are "brick appearance". It is a walk-out basement with windows and a sliding door providing plenty of outside light. The basement has 8 foot ceilings with engineered "squeak-free" floor joists. There is a full bathroom. An outside entry door leads to a stairway to the firstfloor deck. The basement has radiant heat in the basement floor. The basement can easily be finished for additional bedrooms, a family room, an exercise room, or a mother-in-law apartment.First floorApproximately 2060 finished square feet; master bedroom suite, open floor plan, front and rear entrances, walk-in pantry, two stairways to second floor, three season room, wrap around deck, 2 baths.The first floor has a great room with a cathedral ceiling and an open floor plan incorporating a dining area and the kitchen. The great room includes a floor to cathedral-ceiling cultured stone, wood burning fireplace with a raised hearth (seat height) and a stone wood box. There are sliding doors leading to the outside deck, and a door leading to the three season room. The cathedral ceiling flows over a second story loft and into the two story front entrance.The dining area includes a dish pantry and a bay window with seating.The kitchen has custom wood cabinetry, solid surface counters and a base with glass display shelves. Kitchen appliances include gas range, dishwasher, refrigerator and microwave. Off the kitchen area is a pocket door leading to a walk-in pantry and a laundry room with cabinets, counters, a small sink and washer/gas dryer connections.The rear hall has an entrance from the attached garage, also an entrance to the outside deck and an additional set of stairs to the second floor. There is a full bath and a large coat closet in this area. Off the front entrance is a large office/library with custom built-in desk and bookcases. The office is equipped with high speed internet access.From the front entrance custom wood log stairs lead to the second floor.The first floor master bedroom suite includes a walk-in closet and a sliding door to the three season room which is also accessible from the deck. The master bathroom features a separate toilet room, a large whirlpool bath, a separate large shower, and custom double sinks.All floors are genuine hardwood or ceramic tile.Second floorApproximately 1492 finished square feet, loft, three large bedrooms, two full baths, two skylights.Custom log stairs lead from the front entrance hall to the second floor. The second floor has three large bedrooms. There are two full baths with custom tile work. A loft with custom wood accent overlooks the great room and front entrance. Dormer windows and two skylights provide plenty of light. Floors are hardwood and ceramic tile. There are two stairways to the second floor: front entrance hall and back hall.The house is equipped with high-speed internet access, WiFi, telephone land line and satellite TV.A bed and breakfast business is currently being operated from these premisesCurrent taxes are approximately $2900.00 annually.Adjacent PropertyThe adjacent property is separately deeded. It is approximately 10 acres with frontage on the county maintained public road. There is a four room rustic cabin on the property: living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom. The cabin includes a well with pump, septic system, interior propane piping, kitchen counter top with sink, a propane cook stove, and propane heating stoves.In 2017, a new roof and new siding and new windows were installed on the cabin.Discussion PointsBed and breakfast business FurnishingsMineral rights Hybrid electric systemAlternative energy system Commercial use of propertySplit rights Gail and Paul Gotter Call or email for a no-obligation information package: ;This for sale by owner home is a single family home located in WEST BRANCH. It offers 80 acres in size, 4 beds and 5.5 baths. Review its detailed information and determine if this WEST BRANCH for sale by owner has the qualities you are looking for.  

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This property is offered for sale directly by the owner. For Sale By Owner homes, also known as FSBOs, can be a good buying opportunity, because the owner will save up to 6% when there are no brokers involved in the transaction. This leaves more room for price negotiation and potential buyer savings.