Old Mission Peninsula’s Most Photographed Home – Iconic Green Design by William McDonough. One-of-a-kind sustainable estate with 360° development, protected views of Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury across 8.44 acres with producing vineyards (Merlot, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling). Features include a passive solar entry, indoor lap pool with panoramic windows, main floor art gallery, loft office with bay views, and a 50-ft underground wine cellar with redwood racks. Lower-level gallery includes a kitchenette, game room, and 3 bedrooms with stunning views. Designed for entertaining. Exquisite craftsmanship throughout: curved copper rooflines, steel columns with custom wood saddles, radiant floor heating, dual-zone HVAC, smart home system, 3 fireplaces, ADA-accessible 1¾" solid birch doors, granite countertops, Baldwin/Kohler fixtures, and custom cabinetry. Professionally landscaped with river and pond features. Two gardens could be re-imagined as additional decking. Sale of vineyard grapes to Black Star Farms can be negotiated. Additional 11.5-acre vineyard parcel available across the road. Sold as-is for the next visionary to make it theirs. A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece.
Top-Rated School District
Open House
$4,199,000

2721 Nelson Road, Traverse City, MI, 49686

2721 Nelson Road, Traverse City, MI, 49686
BEDS
5
BATHS
6
SQUARE FT.
6,945
BUILT IN
1996
Time Advantage
Due to day on market:
15 DAYS

Property Details

Description

Old Mission Peninsula’s Most Photographed Home – Iconic Green Design by William McDonough. One-of-a-kind sustainable estate with 360° development, protected views of Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury across 8.44 acres with producing vineyards (Merlot, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling). Features include a passive solar entry, indoor lap pool with panoramic windows, main floor art gallery, loft office with bay views, and a 50-ft underground wine cellar with redwood racks. Lower-level gallery includes a kitchenette, game room, and 3 bedrooms with stunning views. Designed for entertaining. Exquisite craftsmanship throughout: curved copper rooflines, steel columns with custom wood saddles, radiant floor heating, dual-zone HVAC, smart home system, 3 fireplaces, ADA-accessible 1¾" solid birch doors, granite countertops, Baldwin/Kohler fixtures, and custom cabinetry. Professionally landscaped with river and pond features. Two gardens could be re-imagined as additional decking. Sale of vineyard grapes to Black Star Farms can be negotiated. Additional 11.5-acre vineyard parcel available across the road. Sold as-is for the next visionary to make it theirs. A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece.

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Key Details

Price per Sqft604.6076313894888
MLS Listing ID80057590
Square Footage6,945 Sqft
Lot Size8.44
Originating BoardRealcomp MLS
HOA FeeN/A

Location

StateMI
CountyGrand Traverse
AreaTraverse City
Zoning49686

Interior

Heating["Forced Air", "Radiant", "Exhaust Fan", "Electric", "Natural Gas"]
Heat SourceNatural Gas

Exterior

PoolNo
Waterfrontno
Roof TypeN/A

Building

Lot DimensionsN/A
SewerSewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
WaterPublic (Municipal)
Structure Type

Others

Tax ID0824210132
Ownership
Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, VA

Schools / Nearby Schools

Top-Rated School DistrictTop-Rated
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Walkability Score
8 / 10
Alameda High School
High School
Walkability Score
7 / 10
Lincoln Middle School
Middle School
Walkability Score
8 / 10
Frank Otis Elementary School
Elementary School
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