15991 Bentley Road Thompsonville MI 49683

5 acre recreational paradise northeast of Thompsonville. Parcel of mixed hardwoods and cedars is next to thousands of state land acres and near two rivers for kayaking and fishing. Property used for outdoor fun including hunting and is right along the snowmobile trail. Ride 100 plus miles of groomed trails from Empire in Leelanau County to Brethren in Manistee County. Older rough wooden cabin needs lots of TLC. Owner says there is an artesian well on the NW corner. The property does not perk for a conventional septic system. Being sold as a recreational property. Thompsonville village services include post office, library, eatery and bar. Catch the Betsie Valley Trail in the village for bicycling and hiking to Beulah, Elberta and Frankfort. Acreage is close to Crystal Mountain for skiing, golfing and dining. Near the Betsie River for kayaking and fishing and the Little Betsie for trout fishing.

9568 Highland Drive Beulah MI 49617

Hilltop views between Honor and Beulah, a private landscaped setting, and a large pole barn are huge perks of owning this three-bedroom home on 5-plus acres, which includes a second lot. A raised deck off the home’s great room offers inspiring seasonal views of distant hills and a peek of the water. Step inside to a spacious mudroom with storage benches and a large cedar closet. The home’s bright interior includes easy-care laminate flooring upstairs and down. The kitchen features a large island with seating, built-ins, plentiful cupboard space, wood counters and updated stainless appliances. Enjoy the convenience of the large primary bedroom with double closets and the attractive and functional laundry area, all on the main floor. More living space can be found in the lower-level family room with a newer woodstove that heats the entire house. Except for ceilings prepped for tongue-and-groove wood paneling, this level is finished and offers a small office area, two more bedrooms, and a bathroom with a large soaking tub and a custom-tiled shower with a trio of showerheads. Cable TV and internet and a whole-house, backup generator keep you plugged in. Step outside through the walkout-level door, past the flower gardens ringed by stone, and head to the fenced-in, irrigated garden area featuring fruit trees and berries. Do your potting in the 8×12 interior space of the garden shed. Store your vehicles and toys in the 40×26 pole barn with an 11-foot ceiling, an electric door opener and a woodstove for heat. The pole building features 2 insulated garage doors. Driveway access on the second lot leads to a spectacular view of Lake MI and the Platte lakes. Hang out in this special place or build your dream studio/workshop or home here. This property is close to Beulah and Honor amenities and and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park. Take a short drive to golf, beaches, biking, hiking and skiing. Shown by appointment only.

4160 Mollineaux Road Frankfort MI 49635

Charming cottage with Crystal Lake access in Benzie County. Turn the key and immediately enjoy this furnished 3 BR year-round getaway, less than 100 strides from the lake. Get ready for splashdown, with 300 feet of shared shoreline access for swimming, with sandy shallows and two sandbars. Or soak in the sun’s rays as you lounge on the sandy beachfront. The quiet street is plowed in winter, a bonus since the cottage is fully insulated and equipped with a high-efficiency boiler for cold-weather use. There is even a generator for backup power. The knotty pine interior with simple, functional lines is exactly what you want in a northern Michigan cottage. Especially when your focus is on playtime. Throw some logs in the brick-surround fireplace for ambiance and to chase the chill. A full basement offers storage for your seasonal gear. A large front yard gives you some setback from the street. The location is convenient too, with Frankfort and Lake Michigan to your west and downtown Beulah to the east. Pick up the Betsie Valley Trail, a half-mile away along Mollineaux Road, to bicycle or hike in either direction. Hop in the car and drive to Crystal Mountain for golfing and skiing, the Sleeping Bear sand dunes for hiking, or Interlochen Center for the Arts for concerts. Why pay high property taxes to be on the water when you can have 24/7 access all year in a hassle-free getaway in a prime location?

7168 Harbor Highway Glen Arbor MI 49636

West of Glen Arbor off Harbor Highway, M-109, 1/2 of a mile west of town. Year-round 3 BR/1BA rustic cottage is adjacent to a Lake Michigan public access. A sandy trail behind the property leads to 137-feet of sandy beachfront. Cottage updates include a newer roof, forced-air furnace and closed-in front porch. The 1,700 sq. ft. interior is bright and offers a tiled kitchen with appliances and a laundry with W/D. Build anew on the half-acre lot which includes a shed and a lean-to. Enjoy Glen Arbor amenities and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore park. Close to golf Skiing and the Heritage biking trail.

75 East Silver Lake Road Traverse City MI 49685

Residential development parcel near Traverse City. Great southwest side location, just east of Silver Lake. In an area of some nice homes, this is a corner parcel with access to S. East Silver Lake Road and Rennie School Road. Build your dream home or farm, or be a part of the housing solution in Grand Traverse County. A site plan is in place for 33 homes on 10 acres, approved and permitted by the township. Municipal water and sewer are available. This open and mostly level country acreage is close to everything and a convenient commute to all that downtown Traverse City has to offer.

6885 Deadstream Road Honor MI 49640

The natural beauty of Big Platte Lake waterfront and a stone mason’s artistry combine to make this spacious ranch home a one-of-a-kind offering. Your private 10 ft. access on the lake’s sandy west end provides a convenient spot to swim, paddleboard, kayak, and moor your boat offshore. Enter this 4 BR, 3.5 BA home under a stone archway inlaid with a cut-stone heart. Follow the oak floor into the living room with natural fieldstone fireplace, dining area with screened porch entry, and kitchen with eat-in dining, granite counters and updated appliances. Three carpeted bedrooms on the main floor include a primary bedroom suite with a full bathroom with jacuzzi tub. One bedroom with an outside door makes an ideal place for your office or home business. A tiled laundry/mudroom, a second full bath, and a half bath near the garage complete the home’s main level living. The finished lower level includes a family room with a fieldstone gas fireplace and wood ceiling, a bedroom with an egress window, and a bathroom with a custom tiled shower. A workshop area will please the DIYers and tinkerers. Keep your favorite vintages in the wine/pantry cold storage room. Stash your household equipment and supplies in the utility/storage room. Large storage closets in the family room await your seasonal gear, housewares and holiday décor. The attached screened porch with a metal roof includes an attractive vaulted ceiling design and wood floor. The home boasts an aluminum roof with a forever guarantee, wiring for the included generator, and pull-down steps to the garage attic. Outdoor spaces feature Trex decking off the primary BR, a flagstone patio off the porch, and landscaping and flower gardens. Follow a walkway to the private lake access to enjoy all water sports. The sunsets here will amaze you! From here, it’s a Platte River paddle or a pleasant drive to nearby Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park.

25 Deer Track Trail Thompsonville MI 49683

Building lot with shared access to the Betsie River. Private location on the end of a county maintained road. Near state land and Crystal Mountain for skiing and golf.

8950 Stormer Road Empire MI 49630

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of your closest neighbors in a countryside setting just south of Empire village. Five acres of privacy surround this three bedroom, two bath home with a 2-car attached, finished garage. Set on a hillside dotted with pines and mature leafy trees, the home was designed to flow with the landscape—with inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright. The main level is a dream for entertaining and features an expansive floor plan with open kitchen, dining and living areas in a Great Room space. A beamed cathedral ceiling, solid wood doors, and wood and tiled floors add to the simple, clean, natural look of the home’s Craftsman style of architecture. The spacious kitchen includes wood cabinetry, solid surface counters, stainless appliances, a wall oven, and a large cooking island with a gas stovetop. Beyond it is the living area with a cozy woodstove and a wall of sliding glass doors with a sunny exposure. Step outside to lounge, watch wildlife or stargaze on the raised portion of the multi-level deck. The home’s walkout lower level features three bedrooms, two with sliding glass doors to the covered portion of the deck, a built-in bookcase in the hallway, a full bathroom and the convenient laundry area. Turn the large, unfinished bonus room above the garage into your music/arts/crafts studio or use as a private guest or recreation room. In this space, a sliding glass door leads to a balcony overlooking the side yard with tiered beds for flowers. The National Lakeshore Treat Farm trail is just across M-22 and leads to dune views of Lake Michigan. Visit Empire for services, dining choices and the exceptional Lake Michigan public beach. You can’t get much closer to the National Lakeshore than this!

3988 Deer Ridge Trail Beulah MI 49617

Waterfront lot on Long Lake in Benzie County offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity and setting on 1.5 acres. Prepare to enjoy 134 feet private all-sports frontage plus spectacular views of the lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Build a staircase to the lake from this homesite on the bluff and get ready for sandy bottom swimming, sailing, paddling, paddleboarding and fishing. Launch your pontoon or bring your lake toys. Long Lake is Benzie County’s best kept secret, a hidden gem next to Lake Michigan and the National Lakeshore, which includes hiking trails, boat access to nearby Loon Lake and a canoe/kayak livery on the Platte River. Long Lake is also home to nesting loons and eagles which provide hours of delightful birdwatching. This lot lends itself to a walkout design and is near the end of the road for quiet and privacy. BONUS: You can hike on 154 acres of nearby conservancy land. The property is equidistant to Beulah, Benzonia and Frankfort. Together, they offer shopping, dining, moviegoing, gallery hopping and wine/beer/spirits tastings. Hop on the Betsie Valley Trail for bicycling from Frankfort or Beulah to Thompsonville. Look to Crystal Mountain resort in Thompsonville for downhill and cross-country skiing, dining and relaxing at the spa.

789 Weldon Road Beulah MI 49617

This beautiful home sits on 10 country acres, with fruit trees, a 30X24 detached garage, 64X30 barn with 4 full size horse stalls. Home has gorgeous hard wood flooring, a spacious covered front porch, enclosed back porch/mudroom, and an abundance of storage inside and out! Sellers have asked to please excuse the mess, as they are still in the process of moving. Home will be empty and clean by closing day, with immediate occupancy:) Schedule your showing today!