Standing out in the crowd from your everyday new construction standard stick-built home! Starting with the 'Superior Walls' from footing to trusses that enhance building performance and energy efficiency throughout! The roof is fitted with 40-year architectural shingles, ensuring longevity and peace of mind. You will appreciate the Low E, thermal, double-pane windows, & the Rinnai tankless water heater, which perfectly compliment the insulated garage, and in floor heating in both garage and home, keeping you and your toes nice and toasty for those cold Northern Michigan mornings. These remarkable attributes contribute to an outstanding and highly coveted HERS Index Rating of 48, highlighting the homes superior energy performance while providing you with low energy bills and affordable home ownership. Inside, the well-thought-out layout features a split-bedroom design that separates the primary bedroom from the other two bedrooms, which share a convenient Jack and Jill bathroom . Generously sized windows throughout the home flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Picture yourself after a long hard work week, sitting by a bonfire with loved ones, sharing some laughs, relaxing, and enjoying the peacefulness and privacy of your spacious backyard that backs up to a mature forest, offering the perfect space to enjoy the outdoors, star gaze, unwind and watch the kiddos and your fur babies run around. As an extra bonus this private community has green space/common area all the way around with extensive walking trails to hike, play, & explore nature. This house is a blank canvas, a brand-new palette ready for your creative vision and personal touches to transform it into a place you'll love to call home! Conveniently located less than 20 mins from Traverse City, Buckley, Interlochen, and Fife Lake, with school bus service to both Kingsley and Buckley, this home combines comfort, efficiency, and proximity to amenities.