Top-End Michigan Estates Up for Auction, Including an Exclusive Island Retreat

Attention property enthusiasts! Two impressive Michigan properties are ready to change hands and could be yours. The online auction opens Monday, offering a unique chance to claim one or both of these extraordinary estates.

First up is Eagle’s Crest, the only home on a private 80-acre island, with an impressive 400-feet shoreline. “Imagine living here, where you can just escape from the world outside,” said the real estate agent. “A property that guarantees total peace and confidentiality.”

And then there’s the legendary Castello Montebello, a sprawling European-style estate in Northville. Stretching across 2.2 acres, this mansion has provided hospitality to illustrious guests, counting U.S. Presidents and foreign delegations among its visitors. If you’re looking for a place steeped in history and luxury, this astounding property offers a massive 16,000-square-feet of living space, coming complete with seven bedrooms and a 13-seat theater, faithfully designed to replicate New York City’s iconic Paramount Theater.

The properties have made transient appearances on the market in previous years – Eagle’s Crest had an asking price of $5.9 million, while Castello Montebello had a staggering asking price of $14.5 million in 2014.

Eagle’s Crest, a haven amidst nature, is nestled on the border of Half Moon Lake and Blind Lake, and surrounded by lush greenery. This estate, crafted by famed architects, showcases a classic Nantucket-style cedar shake and Michigan fieldstone. Spanning about 3 acres in total, it comprises a stunning main lake house, a boathouse, and a six-car garage which has an additional space of 1,000 square feet that can potentially be further developed into a mini-living area. Ready for the bidding war? The start price is set at $1.7 million.

If you’re more into land-centered grandeur, Castello Montebello awaits your interest. The estate encompasses a guard house and an impressive four-floor free-floating staircase. It has 7.2 bathrooms, eight fireplaces, and a whopping extra 4+ acres ready for auction. The property stands tall at the highest point in Wayne and Washtenaw counties and is just a short five-block stroll from the bustling Northville’s Main Street with its shops and eateries. Bids for Castello Montebello will start at $1.5 million.

According to the auction company’s Vice President, auctions like these offer the chance for a swift sale of the properties while appealing to a broad and diverse pool of potential buyers.

If you’re eager to take a look, the estates will be open for viewing between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. However, if you’re keen to make a bid, you’ve got to register beforehand. And, the minimum requirement to get involved? A cool upfront deposit of $75,000, just to show you’re serious.

The auction will kick off at 9 a.m. on Aug. 26th on the official auction website.