Best of all worlds in this lovely 3-bed 3-bath, 3-car garage home! Filled with natural sunlight and surrounded by nature, you will love the peace and seclusion but yet only 2 blocks to downtown Bellaire. Enjoy your privately-shared access to the Intermediate River w/dock to access the entire lower chain-of-lakes including Torch Lake! Great for kayaks, pontoons & power boats. Inside the home you will be greeted with an open floor plan-- kitchen w/granite countertops, stainless appliances and large dining area--great for entertaining! Many custom features from local craftsman include wrought-iron staircase, blown glass chandelier, and 2 natural stone fireplaces, a library with tall ceilings and custom-built shelving. This a very special & unique home. The spacious Primary suite has private ensuite bath w/slate shower, fireplace for those cool evenings and private deck to enjoy the natural surroundings. Sustainable and low-maintenance features include Bamboo floors throughout, radiant in-floor heating with multiple zones, composite decking (upper & lower), heated garage, covered gutters w/buried drain spouts. A complete reno in 2003 took walls down to studs with all new electrical and plumbing. Located just a few blocks from entertainment, retail, and dining, a few miles to hiking/biking trails, Schuss Mountain/Shanty Creek ski and golf resort, and all the water activities in and around the area. A wonderful place to live!