$704,900

A Lake Tippecanoe property unlike anything else on the market! Originally built as a logging lodge and later transformed into a year-round home, this incredibly unique 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath channel-front retreat has preserved the character of its past while incorporating the comforts and updates of today. Meticulously maintained inside and out, pride of ownership is evident everywhere you look.The heart of the home is a dramatic great room with soaring vaulted wood ceilings, exposed beams, original wide-plank poplar floors and an impressive original cobblestone river rock fireplace. A spectacular wall of floor-to-ceiling windows fills the space with natural light and brings the beautiful wooded surroundings indoors. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, quality cabinetry, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances and a Wolf range. Upstairs, the open loft with cork flooring and a half bath provides additional flexible living space.Outdoor living is exceptional. Oversized, beautifully maintained decking offers plenty of room for dining, entertaining and relaxing beneath the mature trees, while the included hot tub provides the perfect place to unwind after a long day on the lake.Down by the water, the second detached garage/man cave creates another fun gathering spot, complete with a nearby fire pit for evening fires and roasting marshmallows. 66ft of Channel Frontage -Two boat lifts and docks are included, along with the property's own private boat ramp—ideal for launching smaller watercraft and lake toys. The protected channel provides calmer water for paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing and even catching bullfrogs, while keeping you connected to all the fun of Lake Tippecanoe.Known simply as “Tippy” to generations of locals, Lake Tippecanoe is Indiana's deepest natural lake, formed by glaciers and known for its beautiful water and outstanding recreation. Spend your days boating, skiing, floating, fishing or simply cruising the lake. The location is also convenient to Tippecanoe Lake Country Club and Patona Bay Marina & Resort, making it easy to fuel up the lake toys and get right back to enjoying the water.And there is more—two detached garages provide exceptional storage for vehicles, boats and lake toys, while an additional wooded lot at the north end of the addition, behind the second garage, is included for even more space and possibilities.Quiet, wooded and wonderfully peaceful, yet connected to everything that makes