12175 Watkins Road
Brooklyn, MI 49230

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A private, appealing retreat set on 12+ wooded acres in Irish Hills, this extraordinary estate offers a rare blend of natural beauty, recreation, and resort-style living. With breathtaking frontage of a private five-acre stocked pond with your own dock, the experience begins when you arrive, where a picturesque 2nd pond with a fountain comes into view creating a memorable approach. The setting feels like a peaceful sanctuary designed to be enjoyed year-round. The thoughtfully designed A-frame Residence features a soaring ceiling and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the surrounding landscape & bring the outdoors in. The main living spaces are warm and inviting with pine wood paneling, anchored by a gas fireplace & expansive pond views. The Kitchen is designed for both everyday living & entertaining, featuring granite countertops, stainless appliances, a gas cooktop, double convection ovens, island & a charming dining area with a wood-burning stove. The main-level Primary Suite is a true retreat. The newly remodeled en-suite has a new, spa like bathroom complete with soaking tub, large shower, beautiful dual vanity & a walk-in closet with custom built ins. The 2nd floor offers another bedroom & a full bath. The serene 3rd floor has space for an office, study or 3rd bedroom. One of the most remarkable features of the property is the luxurious Pool & Entertainment building. Designed for year-round enjoyment, this exceptional space features slate stone accent walls, a full kitchen with Brazilian granite & bar seating, workout space, and a deluxe eight-person hot tub. Designed for both entertaining & relaxation, the gunite Pool features a comfortable 4.6' depth that creates an inviting atmosphere for lounging, conversation & gatherings with family & friends. The pool house was further enhanced with new windows & sliding doors that walk out to the new deck which maximizes the lake views. The grounds are equally impressive. Enjoy quiet mornings overlooking the lake from the expansive deck, spend evenings gathered around the firepit, or explore the walking trails that wind through the wooded acreage. Additional features include 2 Pole Barns for vehicles, recreation equipment & workshop space. Both have solar electric and one has a cement floor with an electric sub panel. Two generators add peace of mind & the pool equipment is new in 2026. With its rare combination of privacy, thoughtful updates, and extraordinary recreational amenities, this remarkable sanctuary offers a lifestyle few properties can provide. No need to have a house up north or go on vacation!

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Washtenaw County
• Zip Code: 49230
• Year Built: 1987
• School District: Columbia
• Sq.Ft.: 5,038 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 7
• Bedrooms: 4
• Full Baths: 3
• Half Baths: 1
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Garage: 4 Car
• Fireplace: Gas Log, Family Room, 1
• Lot Size: 12.35 acres
• Baths: 4
• Pool or Spa: Indoor, In Ground, Indoor
• Waterfront: Pond
• Additional Items: Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Generator, Hot Tub Spa, Ensuite, Vaulted Ceilings
• Appliances: Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Range, Double Oven, Bar Fridge
• Basement Type: No
• Bathroom 2: Level-Upper
• Bedroom 2: Level-Upper
• Bedroom 3: Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: Pool House, Level-Main
• Building Area Total: 5038
• Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
• Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split
• Cross Street: Watkins & Wellwood
• Dimensions: 34 x 80, 30 x 40
• Dining Room: Level-Main
• Driveway: Gravel
• Electric: Generator
• Family Room: Level-Main
• Heat Source: Electric, Propane
• Heat Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Ductless, Mini-Split
• Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Ductless
• Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Hot Tub Spa, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
• Kitchen: Level-Main
• Kitchen Features: Center Island, Eating Area, Pantry, Snack Bar
• Landscape: Fountain, Shrubs/Hedges
• Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
• Lot Features: Wooded
• Lot Size Area: 12.35
• Lot Size Square Feet: 537966
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• Main Full Baths: 2
• Main Half Baths: 1
• Main Level Bedrooms: 2
• Main Level Primary: Yes
• Main Level SQFT: 4140
• Main Type: Residential
• Number Of Outbuildings: 3
• Other Equipment: Generator
• Ownership: Private Owned
• Parcel Number: P-16-31-200-021
• Parking Features: Gravel, Detached, Garage Door Opener
• Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
• Possession: Negotiable
• Primary Bathroom: Level-Main
• Primary Bedroom: Level-Main
• Road Surface Type: Paved
• Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
• SEV: 582100
• Security Features: Security System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Smoke Detector(s)
• Sewer: Septic Tank
• SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6IlQwMDAwMDAwNiIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjI2MDEyOTg1IiwiU3RhbmRhcmRTdGF0dXMiOiJBY3RpdmUiLCJNb2RpZmljYXRpb25UaW1lc3RhbXAiOiIyMDI2LTA0LTA5VDE5OjU3OjE0LjAwMFoiLCJMaWNlbnNlZUlEIjoib2F1dGgyXzE1NjM0IiwiTGljZW5zZWVOYW1lIjoiaUhPVVNFd2ViLCBJbmMuIn0.rlefWp6_1jFJY7eEB4mA1gmwA6KR9qNcECwhp8rkFUM/badge
• Street Type: Paved
• Tax Annual Amount: 27813.18
• Tax Legal Description: TRANS 08/23/96 OWNER REQUEST ****FROM 1631200004 08/23/96****FROM 1631200005 08/23/96****FROM 1631200006 08/23/96****FROM 1631200007 08/23/96****FROM 1631200009 08/23/96MA 31-6F-1 PCL
• Tax Year: 2025
• Terms Available: Conventional, Cash
• Total Baths Above Grade: 4
• Total Beds Above Grade: 4
• Township: Manchester Twp
• Upper Bedrooms: 2
• Upper Full Baths: 1
• Upper Level Square Feet: 898
• Util Availat Street: High Speed Internet
• Water Access: Yes
• Water Heater: Propane
• Water Source: Well
• Window Features: Window Treatments, Screens
• Windows: Screens
• Zoning Description: AR AGR