About 5196 Mackenzie Drive
Grand Traverse Bay at its Finest! Welcome to your private retreat on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay-featuring 100 feet of pristine, crystal-clear waterfront, a sugar- sand beach, and breathtaking panoramic sunset views. Nestled on a large, wooded lot along a quiet, private road just 3.5 miles north of Elk Rapids. With 5-bedrooms and 3.5 baths, this beautifully crafted craftsman-style home (designer and builder Paul Maurer) features meticulous attention to detail and premium finishes throughout, perfect for year-round living or summer escapes. The open concept main floor includes a well-appointed island kitchen with wood floors, main floor laundry, a spacious sunroom overlooking the water, and a main floor primary suite with en suite bath, stone gas fireplace and built-in bookcases. Upstairs, two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill full bath while the walk out lower level includes 2, additional bedrooms a family room, stone gas fireplace and screened in covered porch ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Covered large back porch and beautiful sun filled deck to gaze out on the lake front. Two -car detached garage, beautifully maintained home, and move-in ready. This property blends natural beauty with everyday comfort.
Features of 5196 Mackenzie Drive
| MLS® # | 1936911 |
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| Price | $2,180,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 3.50 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 3,090 |
| Acres | 0.37 |
| Year Built | 1968 |
| Type | Single Family |
| Sub-Type | 1.5 Story, Craftsman |
| Status | Active U/C Taking Backups |
| Lake Name | Grand Traverse Bay |
Community Information
| Address | 5196 Mackenzie Drive |
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| Subdivision | White Sands Sub #2 |
| City | Kewadin |
| County | Antrim |
| Province | MI |
| Postal Code | 49648 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Private Well |
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| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Detached, Door Opener, Concrete Floors |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), All Sports, Water View, Sandy Bottom, Great Lake, Sandy Shoreline, Bay View |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Built-In Bookcase, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Solarium/Sun Room, Solid Surface Counters, Island Kitchen, Great Room, Vaulted Ceilings |
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| Appliances | Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Natural Gas Water Heater, Smoke Alarms(s) |
| Heating | Forced Air,Central Air,Natural Gas |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Fireplace(s), Gas |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Walkout, Poured Concrete, Finished Rooms, Egress Windows |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood, Shingle |
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| Exterior Features | Bay View, Deck, Patio, Covered Porch, Screened Porch |
| Roof | Asphalt, Other |
| Construction | Frame |
School Information
| District | Elk Rapids Schools |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 28th, 2025 |
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| Days on Market | 53 |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | 336 |
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