This enchanting 6-bedroom home overlooks Round Lake, the sparkling blue jewel that links Lake Michigan to Lake Charlevoix and Downtown Charlevoix's celebrated port of call. Step inside this storybook home and discover a seamless flow of thoughtfully designed living areas, nooks and bedrooms that frame gorgeous lake views. Designed by Virginia Young Olsen, daughter of Charlevoix's famous architect, Earl Young, she transformed cedar shake, stucco and boulder into this remarkable work of architecture. Exposed timber beams, stone fireplaces and lattice windows set the scene with timeless worldly charm. From the guest suite to the custom designed kitchen, every detail bestows a luxurious lifestyle, while the oversized two-car garage offers additional space for storage. Located at the end of a private lane, this home is set on a spacious lakeside lot with tiered gardens, offering 153 feet of private frontage and a permanent dock, prime for setting out on your next Great Lakes boating adventure. Walk or bike to Downtown Charlevoix to enjoy waterside dining, cafes, shopping, sandy Lake Michigan beaches, and the vibrant farmers market. Teach the young ones how to ski at Mt. McSauba and enjoy a front row seat to the Venetian Festival fireworks every summer. Take advantage of being minutes from the Charlevoix airport, and plan fun day trips to Traverse City, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Imagine the memories you'll make at Thistle Downs Drive. Your family and friends will cherish every visit to this Northern Michigan gem. It's just the beginning of a wonderful new chapter! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home on Round Lake.
Sold for $4,000,000 on 05/16/25
$4,000,000
1 Thistle Downs Dr, Charlevoix, MI 49720
6beds
4,444sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.58 Acres Lot
$4,042,800 Zestimate®
$900/sqft
$4,992 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 16, 2025 at 07:56am
Listed by:
Mark Snyder 231-675-7711,
Pat O'Brien & Associates
Bought with:
Austen Lobenherz
Berkshire Hathaway Home Svcs
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1929664

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 226.92
- Dimensions: 18.6 x 12.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 166.82
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 10.11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 123.34
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 10.11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 124.62
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 9.3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 321.1
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 19
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 436.17
- Dimensions: 20.1 x 21.7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 352.17
- Dimensions: 30.1 x 11.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 377.91
- Dimensions: 22.1 x 17.1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cable TV
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,444
- Total interior livable area: 4,444 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,207
- Finished area below ground: 237
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Brick
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Dock
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Round Lake
- Frontage length: 153
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Dimensions: 153 x 159
- Features: Other, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 052-126-042-20
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stucco/Drivit, Wood Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Charlevoix
- Subdivision: Vecchie
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt