Welcome to the Lake! Discreetly set back from the road on a lake front clearing, this architecturally unique custom designed timber frame home or cottage enjoys 554 ft. of private waterfront living with easy access to the water. Positioned on 18 Acres of natural beauty with over 5000 sq ft of structurally sound beauty, personality and warmth. Hand cut, exposed Eastern White Pine timber beams support an open floor plan centered around the great room with floor to ceiling windows and a breathtaking 19 ft. high, cultured stone wood burning fireplace. Great room flows effortlessly into a spacious dining area and generous chef's kitchen featuring stainless appliances, walk-in pantry, skylight, and quartz counter tops and backsplash. Main floor living also includes 2 bedrooms with ensuites, sunroom, laundry and attached double garage. Two staircases to the walkout basement featuring family/games room, 2 more bedrooms, 3pc bath and another 900+ sq. ft of unfinished space with walkouts to 65' of covered patio. Second story loft overlooks the great room, perfect for office or library. Elevated, unobstructed, 180 degree water views and cool lake breezes from the 65' deck with glass railings. Easy lakefront access to the concrete waterfront patio (340' x 20') and new break wall, constructed in 2020 (ideal for boat lift). Year-round, vacation style living on the warm, shallow, sandy waters of Lake Erie, conveniently located within a 15-minute drive from shopping, golf courses, seasonal arts festivals, wineries and dozens of restaurants serving fresh local food.