Sold
Last Sold Price
9 beds8,718 sqft$67/sqft
2287 Bester Road, Unit 1, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
Single FamilyProperty Type
6.59 acresLot Size
1963Year Built
$67/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

This breathtaking home majestically sits on 6.5 acres of manicured lawns, gorgeous gardens, meadows, & woods. It is one of Harbor Springs finest landmarks & a short distance from this small Lake Michigan waterfront community. The main house boasts of 7 bedrooms, 10 full baths, 2 half baths & 8 fireplaces and beautiful views from every room. The Living Room has French doors that lead to a large terrace which overlooks the pool, gardens & pond. There is a Library with fireplace, a Study, efficient...This breathtaking home majestically sits on 6.5 acres of manicured lawns, gorgeous gardens, meadows, & woods. It is one of Harbor Springs finest landmarks & a short distance from this small Lake Michigan waterfront community. The main house boasts of 7 bedrooms, 10 full baths, 2 half baths & 8 fireplaces and beautiful views from every room. The Living Room has French doors that lead to a large terrace which overlooks the pool, gardens & pond. There is a Library with fireplace, a Study, efficient & charming gourmet kitchen, large laundry/storage area, & a beautiful full apartment with a verandah. Bedrooms have various extras such as fireplaces, sitting rooms, private baths, a jacuzzi , & verandahs. The lower level has a family room with bar, workout room, full bath with steam shower & saun a. There is a handsome pool house with two lovely suites. This is an ideal private estate and truly a little piece of heaven!
  • Listed by: Linda K Otis 616.450.3193 lotis@grar.com Brokerage DRE #6505298581 • Keller Williams GR East
Listing closed: 02/28/2011 12:00 AM • Source: Michigan Regional Information Center, MLS#: 3151414

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams GR East

Sold By Keller Williams GR East

Add your commute

Payment Calculator

$2,973 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,973

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 2287 Bester Road, Unit 1

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Emmet County
  • Zoning: RES
  • ZoningDescription: RES
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Lot Size: 6.59 AC / 287,060 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: NA
  • Municipality: Harbor Springs
  • Body of Water: Pond
  • Directions: Us-131 N Toward Petoskey Continue On Bay View Rd/N Us-31 Turn Left At M 119/Mi-119 Turn Right At Emmet Heights Rd Turn Left At Bester Rd Property Is On The Left
  • Area - Major: Outside MichRIC Area - Z
  • Street #: 2287
  • Street Name: Bester
  • City: Harbor Springs
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49740
  • County: Emmet
  • Latitude: 45.442469
  • Longitude: -84.96262
  • Area - Minor: Outside MichRIC Area - Z
  • Water Type: Pond
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 470115.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 240807400002
  • SEV: 673200
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Other Structures: Cabana, Other
  • Driveway: Paved
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 8718.0
  • SqFt Above Grade: 7421.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 6.59
  • Lot Square Footage: 287060.0
  • Lot Size Area: 6.59
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Legal: LL in LO
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Income Property: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: Cabana
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Stories: 2
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Street Type: Paved
  • Exterior Material: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Substructure: Walk-Out Access
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Landscape: Underground Sprinkler
  • Landscape : Underground Sprinkler: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Steam
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Guest Quarters, Center Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Total: 0
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Total Baths: 12.0
  • Full Baths: 10
  • Room Types: Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room, Den, Laundry, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 12
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 11.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 10.2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heat Type: Steam
  • Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)
  • Kitchen Features: Center Island, Pantry, Snack Bar
  • Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Guest Quarters
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Half Baths: 2.0
  • Main Full Baths: 3
  • Main Half Baths: 2
  • Main Level SQFT: 7421
  • Total Beds Above Grade: 9
  • # of Outbuildings: 1.0
  • Outbuilding 1 Description: Other
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Type: Den
Room 5
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional

Property History for 2287 Bester Road, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 28, 2011

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #3151414

$585,000—
Feb 28, 2011

Sold

Realcomp #65003151414

$585,000—
Jan 21, 2011

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #3151414

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/28/2011

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #3151414

$585,000
02/28/2011

Sold

Realcomp #65003151414

$585,000
01/21/2011

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #3151414

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 2287 Bester Road, Unit 1

This home is within Harbor Springs School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Harbor Springs Middle School
Public5 to 8

Harbor Springs High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams GR East

The properties on this web site come in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the Member MLS’s of the MichRIC (Michigan Regional Information Center), LLC. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The firm operating this website does not display the entire MLS, MichRIC, LLC, Broker Reciprocity database on this web site. Any use of search facilities of data on the site, other than by a consumer looking to purchase real estate, is prohibited. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright© 2026 Michigan Regional Information Center. All Rights Reserved.