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House Tour: Lakefront Summit

September 03, 2014
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Built on a bluff beside Lake Michigan, this vacation cottage makes the most of its lovely setting.
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Tranquil setting

Lake Michigan vacation home

The serene surroundings of this vacation cottage offer enchanting views and a host of possibilities for outdoor activities. The home takes advantage of the setting; all the main gathering rooms, as well as three bedrooms, have lake vistas. 

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Spacious living

Spacious living

The large spaces and open design of the home can comfortably accommodate the homeowners, their three grown children and the children's families. 

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Nature's art

Nature's art

An enclosed porch off the living room ensures the homeowners can enjoy the outdoors even during bad weather. This space beckons on quiet mornings or rainy afternoons. 

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Collected and connected

Collected and connected

Locally gathered stone make up the facade of the fireplace. Movement between the kitchen, dining and living rooms is fluid because of the open floor plan. 

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Relaxed and inviting

Relaxed and inviting

A mix of finishes gives the interior a rustic, relaxed tone. The homeowners chose furniture with distressed finishes or natural color variations that camouflage dings, nicks and other wear. The 10-inch-wide pine-plank flooring adds to the inviting feel of the living area. 

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Easy prep

Easy prep

The kitchen caters to large gatherings and convenience with features such as a pot-filler above the stove. 

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Weathered island

Weathered island

The weathered look of the rest of the surfaces continues onto the kitchen island. A raised counter gives guests a place to relax away from the main work area. 

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Casual comfort

Casual comfort

During the summer, the French doors in the family room are always open-connecting the home to the outdoors. To make the lakeside cottage feel secluded, the north and south windows are arranged to obscure views of neighbors. 

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Plush retreat

Plush retreat

The master suite is adjacent to the main living area but buffered by a private office and a pair of closets. High south-facing windows let in light while maintaining privacy. On the upper level, three suite-style bedrooms enable family members or visitors to have hotellike quarters. 

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Lake Michigan is only a few steps from the back porch.

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