$5,995,000

beds

baths

half bath

6,263

square ft

1600 Rocky Gap Road

Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022

Active / MLS #26033396 / Single Family / Benton Harbor

Listing information updated 7/2/2026 at 10:02am

Over 600 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage. More than 17 wooded acres. A landmark residence by architect Norman Carver Jr. Opportunities of this caliber are exceptionally rare. Originally built as the H.D. Mendel residence, this architectural estate showcases Japanese contemporary influences through soaring walls of glass, warm natural wood, and a design that seamlessly connects every living space to the surrounding landscape. The result is an extraordinary sense of privacy paired with panoramic Lake Michigan views. The 6,200+ square foot home offers seven bedrooms, seven-and-a-half baths, multiple indoor gathering spaces, and a main-level lakeside primary suite. Resort-style amenities include an in-ground pool, tennis court, attached guest quarters, double seawall, and a private tram providing effortless access to the beach below. Truly one of the Lake Michigan coast's most significant legacy estates, offering a lifestyle that is hard to replicate.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Mid-Century Modern

Exterior Type:

Other

Basement:

Partial,Slab

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air, Propane

Appliances:

Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

58 Years

Parking Type:

Garage Faces Front,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 2 Car(s)

Room Count:

Water Front:

Yes

Water Features:

Lake

Square Feet:

6,263

Lot Size:

17.21 Acres

Acreage:

17.21

External Features:

Scrn Porch, Screen Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

Main

Dining Room:

Main

Kitchen:

Main

Family Room:

Main

Primary Bedroom:

Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

Main

3rd Bedroom:

Upper

4th Bedroom:

Upper

Recreation:

Main Level

Laundry:

Main Level

Primary Bathroom:

Main Level

Bathroom 2:

Main Level

Office:

Upper Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$59,254

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

49022

City:

Benton Harbor

County:

Berrien

Schools

School District(s):

Benton Harbor

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Mid-Century Modern

Exterior Type:

Other

Basement:

Partial,Slab

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air, Propane

Appliances:

Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

58 Years

Parking Type:

Garage Faces Front,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 2 Car(s)

Room Count:

Water Front:

Yes

Water Features:

Lake

Square Feet:

6,263

Lot Size:

17.21 Acres

Acreage:

17.21

External Features:

Scrn Porch, Screen Porch

Living Room:

Main

Dining Room:

Main

Kitchen:

Main

Family Room:

Main

Primary Bedroom:

Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

Main

3rd Bedroom:

Upper

4th Bedroom:

Upper

Recreation:

Main Level

Laundry:

Main Level

Primary Bathroom:

Main Level

Bathroom 2:

Main Level

Office:

Upper Level

Tax Amount:

$59,254

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

49022

City:

Benton Harbor

County:

Berrien

School District(s):

Benton Harbor

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 269.469.0700

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