Lakeland Boating - May 2018

South Haven, MI

Modern marvel with views of Great Lake and grand canyon.

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outhwest Michigan isn’t known for its South Dakota

Badlands-esque landscape. But in South Haven,

Michigan, homeowner Stephen Neumer found a slice

of paradise on the cliffs of the private, gated Pinnacles

association. Every corner of this five-bedroom, contemporary

marvel offers unmatched views of a canyon, sparkling Lake

Michigan, pristine gardens and a lush forest.

“The house has many changes in geometry and verticality,”

Neumer says. “It was my goal to reflect the canyon in

architecture and position the house so I could see everything.”

Neumer and his wife, Susan, spent about a year and

a half working with the alum of Skidmore, Owings

& Merrill to design the home, which was inspired by

Bauhaus architect Walter Gropius.

The 6,100-square-foot home offers a few engineering

feats: There are no supporting walls in the house and

no visible gutters. All the rainwater is filtered through a

sophisticated collection system and then piped underground

through the canyon and down to the lake.

Thanks to the lack of supporting walls, the main floor boasts

an open space that’s centered around a floating fireplace. The

kitchen has a large island, double ovens, high-end appliances

and surrounding views from every angle. All the tones and

materials used inside the home reflect the nature outside.

The stairway up to the master level has uniquely-shaped

windows that offer views every step.

“I wanted the stairs to be moved into one location so they

wouldn’t interfere with the openness of the house,” Neumer

says. “I didn’t want to lose the views while walking the stairs.”

The master bedroom peers out over the great room, taking

advantage of the huge wall of windows. Neumer even aligned the

master bath shower to have a sightline of the lake and gardens.

Take the gondola tram down to the private, 240-foot

sandy beach. Splash in the large pool or play some tennis

on the private court. Stroll through a 3.5-acre garden with

walking paths. Or hideout in one of the six quiet look-out

areas on the property, including a pair of Adirondack chairs

overlooking the bluff.

“Take your book and don’t tell anyone where you’re

going,” Neumer says. ★

LAKESHORE LIFE

BY KATE BUSH

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INFORMATION

Address

7400 Pinnacle Dr.,

South Haven, MI 49090

Specs

Bedrooms: 5

Baths: 6

Square Footage: 6,100

Acreage: 5.3

Water Frontage:

240 feet

Price: $5,000,000

Contact

Andrea Crossman

Andrea Crossman

Group

616-312-2237

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