7550 Townline Road

Welcome to Silver Leaf Farm, a rare gem offering peaceful country living minutes from Traverse City, the perfect blend of rural charm & modern convenience. Located on a paved road w/high-speed internet, this homestead is ideal for those seeking a hobby farm, sustainable living w/out sacrificing proximity to town. Nestled beneath a canopy of majestic century-old maple trees, the home enjoys natural shade, cool summer breezes, & the sweet soundtrack of bird singing all season long. Enjoy spectacular sunrises over rolling green pastures, breathtaking sunsets across your expansive countryside views; this truly is a place to relax, restore, and step back in time with nature all around you. The property is thoughtfully developed for equestrian & homestead living. The beautifully renovated barn (2018) features a new roof, walls, added windows, box stalls, reinforced steel cabling for long-term structural integrity,& French drain system. 3 fenced pastures provide rotational grazing, & a 10.5-acre hayfield sits on rich, fertile soil. The garage barn received new barn doors in 2016.A spring-fed pond, excavated & deepened(2022), offers 1/8–1/4 acre of sparkling water & is approximately 10 ft deep; a peaceful spot for relaxation and wildlife watching. Infrastructure improvements include new drain field (2019), new drain tile & additional yard drainage(2023).Gardeners & nature lovers will delight in the original rose garden, flourishing perennial beds,& abundant edibles: strawberries, rhubarb, blackberries, & heirloom grape vines climbing a charming pergola. Fruit trees- apple, peach,& pear- dot the property, & a hand-pump well adds timeless charm & practicality to the garden. Miscellaneous perennials surround the barns, bringing vibrant color throughout the seasons. With natural shade from towering maples and fresh air, the home remarkably cool in summer .If you’ve been dreaming of a homestead lifestyle in a prime location, Silver Leaf Farm offers it all!