1600 Rocky Gap Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (MLS# 26033396)

1600 Rocky Gap Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

$5,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 6,263 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 749,668 Status: Active
Current Price: $5,995,000 List Date: 7/02/2026 Last Modified: 7/02/2026

Overview

Description

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.

Listing Details MLS# 26033396

Location Property Info

County
Berrien
Street #
1600
Street Name
Rocky Gap
Suffix
Road
State
MI
Zip Code
49022
Zip (4)
3533

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
17.21
Lot Square Footage
749668
Lot Dimensions
irregular
Year Built
1968
Road Frontage
605.7
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
3
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
11
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
6263
SqFt Above Grade
6263
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
305
Building Total SqFt
6568
Total Beds Above Grade
7
Total Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
7
Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
8
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
2
School District
Benton Harbor
Association YN
No
Waterfront
Yes
Body of Water
Lake Michigan
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Lake Michigan

Tax Info

Tax ID #
11-03-0212-0002-19-0
Taxable Value
1210084
SEV
1360800
For Tax Year
2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax
59254
Tax Year
2024
Spec Assessment & Type
none known bta

Remarks Misc

Directions
N M-63 to Rocky Gap Road. First driveway on your Right when turning onto Rocky Gap Road. Follow the dirt road toward the house and stay LEFT

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes
Water Frontage
600

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
4
Upper Full Baths
3
Upper Level Square Feet
1944
Total Baths Above Grade
8

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
3
Main Full Baths
4
Main Half Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
4319

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
305

Property Features

Water Type: Lake Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Other Substructure: Partial; Slab Lot Description: Wooded Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Utilities Attached: High Speed Internet Kitchen Features: Center Island; Desk Built-In; Eating Area; Garden Window; Pantry Fireplace: Den; Family Room; Primary Bedroom Additional Items: Ensuite; Garage Door Opener; Guest Quarters; Vehicle Charging Station; Wet Bar Appliances: Bar Fridge; Built-In Gas Oven; Dishwasher; Double Oven; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Propane Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Exterior Features: Scrn Porch Flooring: Wood Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Landscape: Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges; Underground Sprinkler Pool: In Ground Parking Features: Attached; Garage Faces Front Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern Driveway: Gravel Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room Name Level Remarks
Kitchen Main See floorplan in docs
Dining Room Main
Living Room Main
Family Room Main
Recreation Main
Laundry Main
Primary Bedroom Main
Primary Bathroom Main
Bedroom 2 Main Guest suite
Bathroom 2 Main Guest suite
Office Upper
Bedroom 3 Upper
Bedroom 4 Upper
Bedroom 5 Upper
IDX
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Listing Agent: Elizabeth Roch
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: July - 02 - 2026
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