Wake up to the call of loons and enjoy peaceful Northern Michigan living in this recently updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, nestled on a large private wooded lot just moments from Long Lake. With a fenced backyard, mature hardwoods, and beautiful gardens, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Outdoor recreation is always close by, with the Crescent Shores Road boat launch just a few miles away and Gilbert Park Beach only minutes from your doorstep. The nearby Lake Dubonnet Trail system provides year-round opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring, while Munson Medical Center, shopping, restaurants, and downtown Traverse City are just a short drive away. Inside, soaring cathedral ceilings create a dramatic first impression in the great room, highlighted by a natural fireplace plumbed for gas. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas provide an inviting space for gathering and entertaining, while french glass doors on two sides of the home fill the interior with natural light and create a seamless connection to the outdoors and let the lake breeze flow through.A standout feature is the enormous covered porch overlooking the backyard gardens and towering hardwoods. Whether enjoying your morning coffee, hosting summer dinners, or simply relaxing with a good book, this outdoor living space offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. The flexible floor plan includes a main-level bedroom and full bath, currently used as a bright home office, along with convenient main-floor laundry and an attached garage. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a quiet escape from the rest of the home. The lower level serves as an ideal guest or family suite, providing additional living space for visitors, hobbies, or multi-generational living. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated throughout, this home delivers the best of Northern Michigan living with easy access to Long Lake, trails, beaches, and all the amenities of Traverse City.