44.6 Acre Storybook Estate on the Tippecanoe River

A Storybook Estate on the Tippecanoe- Discover a rare 44.6-acre sanctuary where elevated craftsmanship meets the untamed beauty of the Indiana landscape. Located just minutes from the prestigious Culver Academy and Lake Maxinkuckee, this estate is a masterpiece of organic architecture, featuring a signature rolled eave roof and timeless red brick exterior. The journey begins at a gated entry, leading you down a nearly half-mile winding asphalt drive through a private forest of mature hardwoods and pines. The home's grand entrance features a barrel vault ceiling that leads to a 10-foot arched glass entry door imported from Vermont. Inside, the interior is a symphony of natural woods, highlighted by cherry hardwood floors, a solid cherry curved staircase and walnut steps. Walls of glass offer panoramic views of 1,715 feet of high-bank Tippecanoe River frontage, while vaulted pine tongue-and-groove ceilings and a fieldstone wood-burning fireplace create a warm, lodge-like atmosphere. The home’s history is woven into its walls, featuring custom trim repurposed from a religious convent and rustic barn beams in the dining room. The upper-level primary retreat boasts 14-foot tin tile ceilings, Zinn cabinetry, a jetted soaking tub, and a slate tile shower. On the main level, a second suite delights with starburst pattern trim and beam-lined ceilings. Outside, 43 acres of Classified Forest ensure ultimate privacy and significant tax benefits, crisscrossed with hiking trails, mature hardwoods, and two natural creeks. This is a legacy property for the buyer seeking privacy and unparalleled detail, conveniently located off US-31—just 45 minutes to South Bend, 1.5 hours to Indianapolis, and 2 hours to Chicago.