1997 Morris Drive, Niles, MI 49120

New Listing
$7,950,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 10 Square Footage: 10,256 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,524,600 Status: Active
Current Price: $7,950,000 List Date: 8/13/2026 Last Modified: 8/13/2026

Overview

Description

The River House at The Morris Estate features inviting shared spaces, from cozy fireplace lounges to riverside terraces overlooking the St. Joseph River. A wood-paneled library offers a peaceful retreat for coworking or unwinding with a good book. 6 private suites each offer distinctive décor & understated elegance, thoughtfully incorporating elements of the estate's rich history while providing exceptional comfort. 2 historic private cabins—the Red Horse Inn and Millstone Inn—have been beautifully renovated with scenic views, living rooms with wood-burning fireplaces, separate dining areas, & fully equipped kitchenettes. Create lasting memories around a crackling campfire, wander the wooded walking trails along the historic covered bridge, or gather with family and friends at the pavilion.

Listing Details MLS# 26042566

Location Property Info

County
Berrien
Street #
1997
Street Name
Morris
Suffix
Drive
State
MI
Zip Code
49120

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
35
Lot Square Footage
1524600
Lot Dimensions
irregular
Year Built
1978
Road Frontage
740
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
2
Income Property
Yes
Total Rooms AG
25
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
10256
SqFt Above Grade
10256
Below Grade Finished SqFt
4000
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
402
Building Total SqFt
14256
Total Beds Above Grade
6
Total Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
4
Total Baths
10
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
2
School District
Niles
# of Outbuildings
Yes
Association YN
No
Waterfront
Yes
Body of Water
Saint Joseph River
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Saint Joseph River
Basement
Yes

Tax Info

Tax ID #
11-14-0021-0002-13-5
Taxable Value
2371486
SEV
2924400
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
78334
Tax Year
2025
Homestead %
65
Spec Assessment & Type
No

Remarks Misc

Directions
Take Glenlord Rd to M-63 S in Royalton Township. Follow M-139 S and US-31 S to Niles Buchanan Rd in Niles Township. Take exit 5 from US-31 S. Follow Niles Buchanan Rd and Morris Dr to your destination. Destination will be on the left

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes
Water Frontage
2000

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
4
Upper Full Baths
4
Upper Level Square Feet
5000
Total Baths Above Grade
9

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
2
Main Full Baths
2
Main Half Baths
3
Main Level SQFT
7000

Basement Rooms

Basement Half Baths
Yes
Basement Finished SQFT
4000
Total Basement SQFT
4000

Outbuilding 1

Outbuilding Description
Guest House

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
N Philip Road
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
Niles Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
775.16

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
The River House at The Morris Estate features inviting shared spaces, from cozy fireplace lounges to riverside terraces overlooking the St. Joseph River. A wood-paneled library offers a peaceful retreat for coworking or unwinding with a good book. 6 private suites each offer distinctive décor & understated elegance, thoughtfully incorporating elements of the estate's rich history while providing exceptional comfort. 2 historic private cabins—the Red Horse Inn and Millstone Inn—have been beautifully renovated with scenic views, living rooms with wood-burning fireplaces, separate dining areas, & fully equipped kitchenettes. Create lasting memories around a crackling campfire, wander the wooded walking trails along the historic covered bridge, or gather with family and friends at the pavilion.
Legal
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Water Type

River
Yes

Water Fea. Amenities

Private Frontage
Yes
View
Yes

Other Structures

Guest House
Yes

Street Type

Paved
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Well
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

In Unit
Yes

Exterior Material

Stone
Yes
Other
Yes

Roofing

Shingle
Yes

Parking Features

Attached
Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air
Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
4402

Substructure

Full
Yes

Fireplace

Family Room
Yes
Gas Log
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes
Other
Yes

Additional Items

Elevator
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Double Oven
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Freezer
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Oven
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Patio
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Architectural Style

Other
Yes

Property Features

Water Type: River Laundry Features: In Unit Exterior Material: Stone; Other Roofing: Shingle Substructure: Full Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Fireplace: Family Room; Gas Log; Living Room; Wood Burning; Other Additional Items: Elevator; Wet Bar Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Patio Other Structures: Guest House Parking Features: Attached Architectural Style: Other Street Type: Paved Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room NameLengthWidthLevelRemarks
Kitchen22.0031.00Main
Dining Room16.0026.00MainFormal
Family Room21.0024.00Main
Living Room26.0036.00Main
Den17.0018.00Main
Laundry9.0010.00Main
Primary Bedroom19.0019.00Main
Bedroom 210.0023.00Main
Bedroom 315.0022.00Upper
Bedroom 415.0019.00Upper
Bedroom 511.0014.00Upper
Other30.0030.00Main
Other13.0029.00Main
Primary BathroomMain
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Listing Agent: Jackson G Matson
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Last Updated: August - 13 - 2026
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