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Waterfront cottage with 75 ft private, direct frontage on all-sports Big Platte Lake in Benzie County. Fish or launch your boat from the dock, a sunny place for sunbathers. This spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath residence features a lake-facing, glassed-in sunporch with a vaulted ceiling, a huge Great Room with knotty-pine-paneled living and dining areas, and a wood-burning, stone-surround fireplace. The dining room, kitchen and sunporch all have terrific views of the lake’s blue-green waters. Sip your coffee and your cocktails in the cheerful, laid-back sunporch and drink in the views of water, hills and sky. Chase the chill in the off season by cozying up to the fireplace. Watch cable TV or surf the web during your down time. Everything is here for a great escape for you or your guests. This cottage has always been in the loving care of the same family. The yard includes a sunny corner for your flowers, surrounded by a lush canopy of mature trees. There’s plenty of room in the 32×24 detached garage to store your vehicles and gear. Build a fire in the campfire ring and tell tall tales while listening to nature’s night noises. Big Platte Lake offers lots of opportunity for playtime with exceptional boating, sailing, swimming, fishing and water sports. Paddle from here to Lake Michigan via the Platte River, or briefly roll your wheels to the Sleeping Bear Dunes sandy National Lakeshore beside Lake Michigan.

Investors, developers and entrepreneurs. Locate your business where you love to vacation. A rare opportunity in the waterfront City of Frankfort in Benzie County. Four lots zoned for mixed-use commercial: Retail, Condo/Hotel, Restaurant/Winery/Brewery, Office & more. Three stories are allowed on the east end of Main Street. Potential view of Betsie Bay. This busy downtown is an extremely popular vacation destination as well as a darling, year-round, growing community adored by all, young professionals, boomers, residents and visitors alike for its beaches & pier, waterside parks & marinas, thriving arts scene, theatre, brewery and wide array of dining and shopping.

Investors, developers and entrepreneurs. Locate your business where you love to vacation. A rare opportunity in the waterfront City of Frankfort in Benzie County. Four lots zoned for mixed-use commercial: Retail, Condo/Hotel, Restaurant/Winery/Brewery, Office & more. Three stories are allowed on the east end of Main Street. Potential view of Betsie Bay. This busy downtown is an extremely popular vacation destination as well as a darling, year-round, growing community adored by all, young professionals, boomers, residents and visitors alike for its beaches & pier, waterside parks & marinas, thriving arts scene, theatre, brewery and wide array of dining and shopping.

Large, finished building with outside storage on 6.7 acres along US-31 west of Interlochen. This like-new building has a total of 2736 square feet and is currently set up with an insulated, heated 30×80 woodworking shop and a 28×12 heated office. The shop space offers many possibilities for those needing above-the-norm electrical power such as skilled craftsmen, artists and fabricators. Auto enthusiasts will find ample storage here. Shop has 16 ft sidewalls and a 14 ft overhead door for the large toys, like boats or campers. 60 ft of radiant heat from the ceiling provides steady warmth. The shop is powered with 200 amp 208Y/120 three-phase and single-phase electric. A new transformer is in place from the main panel to a 100-amp sub panel for 240V power. Included in the sale is an industrial-sized air compressor: 60 gal. 3.5 HP 150PSI. The utility sink offers hot-and-cold running water, and there is a large drain in the floor. A nicely finished heated office includes a bathroom and has indoor/outdoor entries, paneled walls, laminate floors and a tin roof. Additional storage is found above the office, with 2×12 joists that can hold heavy loads. Outside storage is in the 12×80 and 12×48 lean to’s. Plenty of acreage here for further development or peaceful enjoyment in a wooded setting. Rural residential zoning with potential to convert to commercial.

Bordering the Sleeping Bear Dunes, this full log 3 BR, 2.5 BA home rests among mature trees on 1.7 acres south of the Dune Climb in Glen Arbor Township. A rare combination of an outstanding location and an exceptional home. The well-maintained residence was built in 2020, and amenities include central air, water softener, cable TV and internet, and a whole-house Generac generator for peace of mind. The inside is clean and bright, with log exterior walls and drywalled interior walls and ceilings. Flooring includes carpeting and luxury plank vinyl. A vaulted ceiling in the Great Room includes windows above the French door, allowing light to stream in above the living area. Cozy up to the gas fireplace or step from the living room to the 10×20 outdoor deck with spectacular views of the dunes. A cook’s kitchen includes a 6-burner gas stove and double oven, granite counters, cherry wood cabinets, stainless appliances and an island with seating next to the dining area. Off the kitchen is a screened porch for outdoor dining, reading and lounging. The main floor primary bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet with its own access to the laundry area, a sliding door to the balcony, and a full bathroom with dual sinks. A half bath is conveniently located off the entry. The finished lower level shares the upper entry and has its own entrance via a French door. Set up as apartment-type living space, the lower level includes a large family room, kitchen, bathroom with shower, and two bedrooms: one nonconforming, one with a door to the outside—perhaps for your home office or hobby room. Additionally, there is a 15×15 utility/storage/shop area. Store tools in a 16×12 garden shed. At the road is an RV hookup next to the 16×12 log cabin, attractively finished inside for use as guest retreat or an artist’s studio. The long driveway promises privacy, less road noise, and the dark skies you need to stargaze around your private campfire. Walk from your backyard into the National Park.

Lower Herring Lake is just a hop, skip and jump away from this sweet, virtually move-in ready, two bedroom cottage in Benzie County’s Elberta Resort community. Gaze at the lake from most rooms, take in the water views from the backyard patio, or relax on the covered front porch. This tastefully decorated cottage has a bright interior and offers an open kitchen and living room layout with a wood-burning fireplace for extra heat and easy-care laminate and tile floors. Most furnishings are negotiable, and the home is wheelchair accessible. Mature trees around the perimeter offer shade, and the campfire ring is ready for s’mores and singalongs. Cottagers enjoy the wonderful paddling, boating and fishing here. Nearby, there’s a public boat launch with a small parking area for your convenience. A dune separates the lake from Lake Michigan, with an outlet that leads to the Big Water. The Lower Herring Lake Association works to ensure the integrity of the lake for future enjoyment.

185 ft. of private, shared waterfront accompanies this exciting three-bedroom, updated home in Arcadia. Located on the water channel between Lake Michigan and Arcadia Lake, the location is bathed in sunlight and water views and offers steps leading to a platform at the water. The architecture of the residence fully takes advantage of its location at the tip of Starke Point. Just look at the photos! The home features raised wooden ceilings and a natural fireplace in the main living area. It has been in the same family since it was built and lovingly updated over the years. Windows and siding were replaced in 2011, also a half bath was added and a new 1 car garage. More recently the main bathroom was remodeled and the kitchen received new counters and an island for additional cooking space. New blinds and carpeting were also installed. Last fall, an efficient heat pump for heating/cooling was added for improved year round use. The well and septic have been updated. Most importantly, the view across the channel is protected, for forever enjoyment. A private road leads to the property, which has had its shoreline professionally anchored against erosion. Star Key HOA has a lot on Arcadia Lake, and owners may pay extra to put in a boat hoist. Furnishings included so you can move right in and enjoy summer at this spectacular one of a kind location.

Almost 2 acres on the Manistee-Benzie county line. This well constructed ranch home is awaiting your loving updates. Lots of possibilities for this 3 Bedroom ranch home with an attached 24×24 garage. The home has a large 4 season sunroom overlooking the back woods. Lots of bird watching and wildlife. The primary bedroom has a private 1/2 bath and there is a full bath also. Stairs from the garage lead to a full basement which has the laundry, a 1/2 bath and plenty of room to finish or storage. An additional 24×24 garage for a shop or a place for the toys. Paved circular drive for easy in and out. Close to Crystal Mtn for golf and skiing.

Quiet Rush Lake waterfront home on 5 acres is close to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park and Lake Michigan. Wildlife abounds here. Watch eagles and hawks soar and listen to loons and cranes call from your 402 ft. of private, no motor lakefront amongst mature hardwoods. Mark the seasons with spring wildflowers and migrating waterfowl. This updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence has achieved a 4 Star Home Energy Rating due to its 2×6 construction, abundant insulation and woodstove heating. The main floor primary bedroom suite features a vaulted cedar wood ceiling and is designed for relaxation, with a jetted tub in the bathroom and a sliding door to the hot tub on the patio off of the brand new deck. A laundry room on the main level boasts a newer washer and dryer. The kitchen was refreshed last year with a new counter, sink, fixtures and appliances. The views from the living room are impressive, with floor-to-cathedral-ceiling windows and a skylight set in the cedar wood ceiling. A set of stairs up leads to a loft bedroom with a skylight and its own bath. The finished lower level has a family room, bedroom, craft room, a storage/utility room and a half bath plumbed for a shower. The home has vinyl siding, an updated roof and a paved driveway leads to the attached, two-car garage which is heavily insulated and has a sealed, painted floor. For the toys a detached 24×19 insulated garage includes interior steps to an unfinished 16×12 loft area. A generator hookup services most of the home’s electrical needs during unexpected power outages. A rare location down a winding road to this unique setting which features sought after quiet, privacy and dark skies for star gazers.

Stunning and cozy smart-cabin retreat with modern amenities across the road from Big Platte Lake in Benzie County and approx. 10 minutes’ drive to Lake Michigan and 5 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park. A wood-plank vaulted ceiling in the large living area provides northern Michigan appeal with multiple windows to let in the light and scenery. There is a separate family room/large den can double as your private reading room or office. Kitchen features include a tiled backsplash and stainless fridge, plus an under-the-sink reverse osmosis filter for the freshest water. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms and laundry on one level and a ladder to a sleeping loft for the kids. Tech-supplied comforts include a smart thermostat, dual climate zones, and smart-controlled lighting for energy-efficiency. Foot comfort and convenience include wood, vinyl, laminate and carpeted flooring in all the right rooms. You’ll appreciate the whole-house humidifier for comfort in every season, and be prepared for the unexpected with a whole-house natural gas generator. A spacious deck and firepit are ideal for relaxing gatherings. A new roof boasts 50 year shingles. This location offers it all: breathtaking natural wonders, nearby access to boating, kayaking, paddleboarding and world-class fishing, plus shopping and amenities at charming nearby towns such as Frankfort, Beulah and Benzonia. Offering the Best of all possible vacation worlds, with exciting activities and events just minutes away in multiple-award-winning Traverse City.