The property encompasses over 80 parcels of land accumulated over 35 years and woven into the fabric of the landscape. In fact, Savannah Dhu is so large that it shares a border with four towns. From a managed wildlife preserve to organic gardens and a greenhouse, the ultimate benefit of Savannah Dhu is its contribution to a sustainable future for the next owners to enjoy.
“As you work your way through the property, there’s a theater room, a grotto with an amazing spa, a kitchen that has everything from a pizza oven to a wok station to roasting oven to a state-of-the-art range,” said Izzo. “And behind it is the chef’s kitchen where the chef will personally cook for the owner and his guests in a commercial kitchen. It’s what you would expect in a world-class restaurant or conference center.
Despite its vast size, the Pines Lodge radiates a cozy feeling. Izzo said, “The comment that we get from the people that tour the property, and I feel as well, is that no matter where you are in the Pines Lodge, you feel like you are present in that room and that it’s not an overwhelming presence because each room and each area is very well decorated and encompasses itself. So there’s a very warm, almost cozy feeling in a very large building.
The large waterfront porch is ideal for summer dining and relaxing. The main gathering hall and state-of-the-art kitchen are capable of accommodating up to 300 guests and are the site of cooking classes. In addition to a serene meeting space, the structure also contains a meat processing plant, smokehouse, large wine cellar and a room for making maple syrup. Not far from the buildings is Bear Camp with 10 bedrooms, which can sleep up to 40 people, depending on how the rooms are configured.
With thousands of acres, Savannah Dhu has the ability to expand its usage while still maintaining the natural wildlife and beauty. Golf courses, corporate and educational retreats or using this property as a private resort are just a few of the opportunities available. Izzo believes the would-be buyer could fall into one of three categories: