9000 Gay Road

Set on 12.4 picturesque acres surrounded by Northern Michigan’s iconic cherry orchards, this beautifully updated farmhouse offers a refined blend of traditional comfort, timeless character, and modern convenience. Thoughtful improvements throughout include all new triple pane windows, an updated kitchen, and newer appliances, creating a move in ready home while preserving its authentic farmhouse charm. The inviting covered wraparound porch overlooks the peaceful grounds, featuring open lawns and established gardens. A beautifully wooded section with impressive bicentennial hardwoods graces the southern portion of the property. Perfect for your very own wooded trails ready for all your recreational desires. Inside, the spacious kitchen and dining area provides an ideal setting for gathering and entertaining, complemented by a distinctive porcelain and soapstone wood stove. Additional features include a walk in pantry, generous laundry/mudroom, updated bathrooms, a main-floor primary bedroom with private half bath, and basement workshop. Just a short walk from access to Elk Lake and only minutes from Flintfields and the Traverse City Horse Shows, the property offers exceptional recreational and equestrian potential. A detached 2-car garage and charming antique red barn provide excellent space for horses, equipment and storage. The open acreage offers room for pastures or riding rings. A distinctive Northern Michigan property where traditional comfort, thoughtful updates, acreage, and an exceptional location come together, ready for you to call home.