36973 CR 665, Paw Paw, MI 49079 - Van Buren County

Located in Southwest Michigan, 36973 County Road 665 is nestled in the picturesque countryside of Paw Paw, MI. If you are seeking a life of self-sufficiency or an off-grid lifestyle, this property is ideal for you.

This 2,300-square-foot custom-built home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, situated on 6 acres that offer a comprehensive range of amenities. Upon entering the home, you are immediately enveloped in a sense of comfort. The entrance flows seamlessly into the living room, which boasts 20-foot ceilings and abundant natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows. The main level is adorned with hardwood flooring and tile throughout.

The centrally located kitchen provides an open view into the living room and includes an abundance of cabinets for storage, a granite countertop, an induction stove top, and a spacious island. Adjacent to the kitchen is the sunroom, which features a full wet barperfect for entertaining guests or processing vegetables from the garden. This space also includes a full bath conveniently located next to the backdoor, offering quick access for poolside days or gardening. Beyond the sunroom is a beautifully screened-in porch with 6 feet of counter space and cabinets. The view from the back porch is breathtaking, overlooking the property, including the garden and a private lake at the rear of the backyard. The house also has fiber internet.

The second story hosts the primary bedroom, which includes its own full bath, a walk-in closet, and a vaulted ceiling. This level also features a 4th bedroom that could also be used as a spacious office. The open-concept upstairs landing includes a balcony overlooking the living room.

The lower level offers extensive space for storage and the potential for a 5th bedroom, as well as a room suitable for a workshop. The utility room highlights the property's unique features, including a 6kW grid-tied solar electric system with battery backup. The home is equipped with forced air heating and air conditioning, a boiler system for radiant heat, a reverse osmosis system, dual water softener tanks, and a heat recovery unit. The basement also houses an electric hookup for a dryer.

The expansive detached 2-stall garage provides ample space for vehicles and includes its own workshop with electric heat. Additionally, the property features a 25x30 outbuilding and a 40-foot-long Quonset hut for weatherproofing farm equipment. A new metal roof and gutters are being installed on the house and garage. The warranty will transfer to the new owners.

What sets this property apart is its diverse landscape. It is certified as 100% organic farmland, encompassing 18 tillable acres, 14 acres of hardwoods and wetlands, approximately 2 acres of mowable grass, and over 1,000 feet of shoreline on a 5.75 acre private lake teeming with fish and wildlife. The 18 acres has had $30,000 worth of soil amendments over the last 10 years, tile drain and new field entrance that has been widdended along with gated. Whether you are interested in farming, gardening, hunting, fishing, or simply enjoying the local wildlife, this property is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts.

Items that could possibly stay with the property include:

Rowboat

Rain barrels

Generator

28' ladder

12' step ladder

Portable AC/heater for garage shop

12" miter saw and stand

3 heavy-duty workbenches

2 workstations

WiFi router and switch

Video surveillance system

Electric pressure washer

Wheelbarrows and garden tools

Electric wood chipper

Electric rototiller

500-gallon water tank

The property is a short 13-minute drive from downtown Paw Paw, MI. It is also a 25-minute drive through scenic Southwest Michigan to reach the shores of Lake Michigan, 30 minutes from Kalamazoo/Portage, MI, and only an hour from downtown Grand Rapids.

For more information contact listing agents Patrick McCory at (269)519-2369 or by email at pmccrory@

Brecken Kennedy at (260) 578-7661 or by email at mossyoakbrecken@