Discover peaceful countryside living at this exceptional farmhouse estate set on 40 picturesque acres, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and functionality. This beautifully maintained property offers approximately 3,000 square feet of inviting living space, perfectly blending rustic character with modern updates. The home features four bedrooms and three full baths, including a spacious and well appointed island kitchen with abundant cabinetry, a welcoming great room with floor to ceiling windows and a stunning fieldstone fireplace, and a main floor office ideal for working from home. A recently finished and heated bonus space above the garage includes a full bath and private entrance, offering flexible use as an in law suite, trainers quarters, or potential rental opportunity. Recent improvements include a new forced air furnace, an updated lower level living area, and a fully renovated five stall horse barn complete with tack room and wash basin. Equestrian amenities continue outdoors with fenced riding areas, established pastures, garden spaces, chicken coop, hunting blinds and room for additional livestock. The property also includes two versatile outbuildings suitable for storage, workshops, or hobby use. In the warmer months, enjoy the beautifully landscaped in ground pool surrounded by stamped concrete patio and secure fencing, creating a private outdoor retreat. Just 35 minutes from Traverse City. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms are complemented by a beautifully updated full bath featuring double sinks and a tile shower, providing comfortable accommodations for family or guests. This remarkable property offers the ideal balance of serene rural living and modern convenience, perfectly suited for horse enthusiasts, hobby farmers, or anyone seeking space, privacy, and versatility. DO NOT USE GPS FOR DIRECTIONS. SEE DIRECTIONS IN THE DIRECTIONS FIELD.