Custom-built Livingston County estate with hunting lodge, 4-acre pond lists for $5.75M
Known for its scenic blend of rolling hills, dense forests, open farmland, and more than 50 inland lakes, the county offers a mix of natural beauty and residential communities. Major highways like Interstate 96 and U.S.-23 provide access to the greater Detroit area, making it an attractive location for commuters seeking space and tranquility.
According to data from Realcomp II Ltd., the region's multiple listing service, the highest-priced residential listing currently on the market in Livingston County is priced at $5.75 million. This sprawling estate spans more than 200 acres and includes a game farm geared toward hunting enthusiasts.
High-end homes in the county often feature large acreage, lakefront views, and upscale amenities designed for resort-style living.
Here's a look at some of the most expensive properties currently listed for sale in Livingston County:
Address: 1286 Gray Fox Court, Marion Township
Size: 7,996 square feet
Key features: Built in 2017, this expansive estate with more than 200 acres includes a game farm, ideal for hunting enthusiasts. The timber-beamed home features five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half baths. Interior highlights include high ceilings, large windows, stone accents, custom-built fireplaces, two chef's kitchens, and a walkout lower level. The 4½-car garage has heated concrete floors.
The property includes a horse barn with a fenced pasture and landscaped grounds with mature trees. A 4-acre pond is stocked with fish and features a dock equipped with an automatic fish feeder. The land, made up of ridges, forests, fields and wetlands, offers opportunities for endless outdoor exploration.
In addition to the main residence, the estate includes Wolf Ridge Hunt Lodge, a premier whitetail trophy hunting preserve. The preserve features 85 distinct genetic lines as part of a hybrid breeding program, supporting a diverse and healthy deer population. Redneck hunting blinds provide comfort and strategic views across the varied terrain. Additional amenities include a Morton horse barn with automatic waterers, a large garage, a dedicated hunting room, and heated dog kennels. The estate is licensed as a Class 3 Whitetail Deer hunting and breeding facility and holds a Game Bird License. With a full-time ranch manager, the property has projected annual profits of $350,000 from game ranch operations.
What the agent says: Renee DeKroub, from Re/Max Platinum in Brighton, describes the property as a rare opportunity in the heart of Howell, a custom-built luxury estate set on more than 200 acres of private, unspoiled land. 'Designed for the discerning buyer seeking space, serenity, and elegance, this stunning home offers an unmatched lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty,' she says.
Address: 10173 Carmer Road, Tyrone Township
Size: 6,108 square feet
Key features: Built in 2012, this lakefront estate offers four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and one half-bath, situated on over 2 private acres along the shores of Runyan Lake, a private all-sports lake with 123 feet of frontage. Designed by DesRosiers Architects, the home showcases a blend of cedar, stone and glass exterior finishes. Inside, there's a custom gourmet kitchen, temperature-controlled wine cellar, mahogany floors, ceiling-to-floor glass windows, detailed stonework, and a finished walkout lower level.
What the agent says: 'This custom-built home is architecturally stunning, offering unparalleled water views and countless luxury amenities,' said Jeffery Alasina of Coldwell Banker Professionals in Birmingham. Situated on a private, residents-only lake, the property provides a more peaceful and serene setting from the busier lakes nearby. "This lakefront oasis is far enough from the hustle and bustle of the city that you feel disconnected when you're at home,' he said. 'Every day you are home, you feel like you are on vacation."
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Address: 3300 Fisher Road, Oceola Township
Size: 4,410 square feet
Key features: Originally built in 1967 and remodeled in 2014, this expansive estate spans 140 acres and includes four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half baths. Highlights include an in-ground pool, a stocked pond, and scenic rolling hills with miles of groomed trails. The interior features a custom Viking chef's kitchen, a log-style living room with a stone fireplace, two full baths in the primary suite, and laundry on two levels. Outside, a 120-foot-by-40-foot pole barn offers electrical services, cement flooring, and elevated ceilings. The property is electronically gated and monitored.
What the agent says: 'This home and property are truly a slice of heaven, quiet, peaceful, private, and serene. It's a wildlife sanctuary,' said Jan Kellogg of Real Estate One in Brighton. 'The 140 acres features rolling hills, miles of trails for horseback riding, ATVs, walking, and hunting. There are endless stands of evergreens, and a stocked pond. It's nature's wonderland, encircled by Bogue Creek, with sunrises and sunsets that are magnificent.' She noted that there's plenty of space for a helipad, pastures, plantings, motorcycles, ATVs, or simply enjoying the natural beauty right at home.
Address: 3304 Outback Trail, Putnam Township
Size: 9,842 square feet
Key features: Originally built in 1991 and remodeled in 2020, this expansive Cape Cod-style waterfront estate sits on more than 18 acres. It features five bedrooms, each with a full bath, plus two additional half baths. Updates include a metal roof, new Pella black-framed windows, and new Trex on multiple decks. Outdoor amenities include a private boathouse with sundeck on top and gazebo near the sandy beach and dock, a five-stall horse stable with two paddocks, a tack room, pastures, and a heated dog kennel. Inside, there's a private in-law/nanny/caretaker suite with a kitchen, sitting area, and a separate entrance that can be locked off from the rest of the house. The walkout lower level features a 20-seat theater, a billiards area, a kitchen with bar seating, a wet bar, and a hot tub room. One level below is a basement that includes a gym, wine cellar, storage area, and a craft or hunting room.
More: Secluded estate near Ann Arbor is Washtenaw County's most expensive home. Price: $8.99M
What the agent says: 'This property has it all,' says Joseph Darwish from Re/Max Platinum in Brighton. 'From a private all-sports lake to space for animals and a horse barn, it truly checks every box. You have to see it to believe it.'
Address: 9796 Lake Edge Drive, Brighton Township
Size: 6,710 square feet
Key features: Built in 2010, this custom timber-frame home on Lyons Lake features five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and one half-bath on a 1-acre lot. The property includes two screened-in porches with gas fireplaces, a spacious deck, patio, beach area, and an outdoor gaming space. Inside, the home boasts a two-story great room with a wall of windows overlooking the lake, exposed timber-frame beams, a floor-to-ceiling stacked-stone fireplace, an open-concept kitchen with custom cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a finished walkout basement.
What the agent says: 'This property stands out in every way,' said Matthew Dejanovich, of Real Estate One in Ann Arbor. 'It has an incredible design, premium materials, and was built with exceptional craftsmanship throughout.
Brendel Clark (previously published as Brendel Hightower) writes about real estate and other topics for the Detroit Free Press. Contact her at bhightower@freepress.com. Support local journalism: Subscribe to the Detroit Free Press.
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