Nestled on over 2 private acres in the highly sought-after Island Hills Estates, this custom Guenther-built colonial offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and everyday convenience, just under a mile from charming Downtown Dexter. Surrounded by mature trees and towering pines, the picturesque setting provides exceptional privacy while the inviting covered front porch offers the perfect place to enjoy breathtaking sunrises and watch sandhill cranes pass by. Inside, a dramatic two-story great room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace creates a stunning focal point for gatherings. The open-concept floor plan features a desirable first-floor primary suite with a walk-in closet and tiled ensuite bath, while the kitchen showcases hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, and a garden-view window overlooking the natural landscape. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms and a versatile loft provide ideal space for a home office, playroom, or study area.The finished daylight basement expands your living space with a large recreation room, bonus room, and wet bar for entertaining or hosting overnight guests. Additional highlights include a 3-car garage, furnace (2019), water heater (2023), sump pump with battery backup, water softener, and low Dexter Township taxes. Ideally located minutes from the Border-to-Border Trail, Pinckney Recreation Area, shopping, Dexter Schools, Ann Arbor, and major highways, this exceptional home offers the best of everything. Current detour includes dirt road and much longer route to get to neighborhood, typically access is all paved roads and easily accessible from Downtown Dexter. Bridge in downtown dexter is under construction and will be done soon.