This Michigan estate for sale has it all — including a bunker

Homes that basically have every amenity humanly possible have been popular on the real estate market since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the world in 2020 — especially ones that have a special room within their walls.

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Yes, that includes ones with bunkers, particularly doomsday bunkers.

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This estate for sale in Battle Creek, Michigan, has a huge, extremely cool one. This bunker would render even Bill and Frank from HBO’s hit zombie apocalypse drama “The Last of Us” completely awestruck.

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But you have to have $5.9 million burning a hole in your pocket.

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“Over $10 million has been spent in the development of a spectacular and special 192 wooded acres of paradise,” the listing on Five Star Real Estate describes. “This magnificent and unusual, potentially off-grid mansion, includes an approximately 13,500 square foot mansion overlooking a beautiful private lake, a 5000 square foot bunker, gorgeous greenhouse and expansive pole barn. All are part of this unparalleled and secluded pristine and luxurious retreat.”

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The primary five-bedroom, 6-plus bathroom mansion has a lot going for it, not just that massive bunker. Features include:

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  • Open floor plan

  • High ceilings

  • Views of Deep Lake

  • Deck

  • Grand staircase

  • Hardwood floors

  • Theater

  • Saunas

  • Steam room

  • Gym

  • Yoga studio

  • Indoor pool

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But that bunker is what takes the cake.

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“Prepare yourself for the piece de resistance, the most unique experience upon entering the bunker, boasting all one could ever require or desire for off-grid living,” the listing says. “Specifically, raised plant beds with growing lights allows growth of one’s own food, soundproof gun range, two kitchens, 3-4 bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two means of concealed entrance and egress.”

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Battle Creek is about 120 miles west of Detroit.

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TJ Macías is a real-time national sports reporter for McClatchy based in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. TJ previously covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers for numerous media outlets, including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren

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