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27150 South End Road, Beaver Island
$850,000
479729 MLS
Set on Beaver Island’s quiet south end, this rare and extraordinary offering includes approximately 44 acres of pristine wooded land with over 1,700 feet of Lake Michigan frontage, delivering a remarkable sense of private island seclusion. The rocky shoreline creates a private natural harbor at Pingel's Bay, complemented by sun-drenched "Peach Beach," while a dramatic 3+ acre dry point offers an exceptional setting for a future retreat. Backing to hundreds of acres of protected State land, the parcel feels wonderfully removed, yet remains just minutes from Lake Geneserath, Beaver Head Lighthouse, and approximately 20 minutes from the island’s main street and ferry dock. A private two-track winds through the forested back acreage from South End Road, well suited for recreation, hunting, exploring, or future building. A bald eagle’s nest sits near the property’s center, adding to the sense of wild, untouched Northern Michigan beauty. Electric has already been run to the land, removing a significant step for future development. A survey has been completed, and custom home plans with a 3D flythrough are available for those looking to envision what could be created on this estate-sized parcel. Beaver Island is Lake Michigan’s largest island, known for its rich history, quiet beaches, inland lakes, natural beauty, and true sense of escape. Reached by ferry or a short flight from Charlevoix, the journey is part of the experience, carrying you from the mainland into a slower, more private way of life. As Michigan’s first certified International Dark Sky Sanctuary, Beaver Island offers some of the finest stargazing in the region. For those seeking meaningful privacy, legacy acreage, and a place that still feels undiscovered, this is one of Beaver Island’s most compelling waterfront offerings.

27150 South End Road, Beaver Island

501 S Lake Street, Boyne City
$849,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 480715 MLS
Set gracefully on a corner knoll overlooking Lake Charlevoix, this historic Dutch Colonial offers four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, generous living spaces, and a finished lower-level recreation area—all woven into the heart of downtown Boyne City, one of Northern Michigan’s most beloved waterfront communities. Thoughtfully improved while preserving its historic character, the home features a beautifully restored chimney and fireplace with copper flashing, a new hearth, custom mantel, original Boyne City brick, and a Jøtul gas insert with blower. Additional updates include restored plaster walls, Benjamin Moore finishes, improved primary-bedroom lighting and alcove, Life Proof luxury vinyl plank flooring, basement masonry and stairwell improvements, an Aprilaire whole-house steam humidifier, AZEK exterior trim, a remodeled garage with integrated floor drainage, a transplanted sugar maple and paper birch trees, and a full-yard white picket fence with arbor gate. The true magic is the life just beyond the windows. From the charming turret, enjoy a front-row seat to Lake Charlevoix and Northern Michigan’s four seasons—gold, peach and crimson hillsides in fall, and Boyne City’s glowing Christmas tree as snow settles over town. Avalanche Mountain Preserve is just up the hill for trails, skating, sledding and snowshoeing. In summer, watch Tuesday evening sailboats gather for the regatta, open the windows to lake breezes and downtown music, and stroll to Friday’s Stroll the Streets, coffee shops, restaurants, the marina and Peninsula Beach. With Boyne Mountain only minutes away, 501 South Lake Street captures the warmth, beauty and four-season charm of life in Boyne City.

501 S Lake Street, Boyne City

8063 S Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs
$849,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 479929 MLS
Your Harbor Springs getaway starts with Lake Michigan just across the road. Set on a wooded acre along the famous Tunnel of Trees, this distinctive Northern Michigan retreat includes access to a shared private beach used by the immediate neighbors, while downtown Harbor Springs is just five minutes away and skiing is approximately a 15-minute drive. Designed by award-winning architect Robert Pigati of Chicago's Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the bright and open residence offers something very different from the typical Up North cottage. Large windows, cathedral ceilings, mixed wood tones and a raised deck create a warm, light-filled setting for summer vacations, fall weekends and winter ski trips. The main level features a spacious living area with wood-burning fireplace and a galley-style kitchen with new appliances, cabinetry, granite countertops and a large walk-in pantry. The generous primary bedroom includes a modern bath with an externally lit skylight. Downstairs, a private guest suite provides additional flexibility with its own full bathroom, kitchenette, sunny front-facing windows and independent entrance. Behind the main house, whimsical Tinker’s Cottage offers an unforgettable additional retreat with a single bed, fireplace, full bathroom and stained-glass shutters. Outdoor features include a large garage, raised deck and distinctive Gothic-inspired bread and pizza oven, creating opportunities for outdoor cooking, dining and entertaining. Whether envisioned as a Northern Michigan second home, four-season family retreat or property with potential for seasonal vacation rental use, the Pigati Residence combines beach access, proximity to Harbor Springs and skiing, flexible guest accommodations and architecture that gives the property an identity all its own. Select photographs have been virtually staged to illustrate possible furniture placement and use of indoor and outdoor spaces. Permanent architectural and site features have not been intentionally altered.

8063 S Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs

810 Maple Leaf Lane Unit #12, Petoskey
$849,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 480626 MLS
Beautiful Views! Walk in barrier free from the garage! Discover an extraordinary opportunity to experience effortless luxury overlooking the sparkling waters of Little Traverse Bay. Ideally situated within the coveted Harbor Watch Association, this exceptional residence combines breathtaking panoramic views, elegant comfort, and an enviable lock-and-leave lifestyle. Inside, expansive windows frame spectacular bay views from nearly every principal living space. The gracious living room invites relaxation beside a beautiful fireplace, while the adjoining dining area and well-appointed kitchen create an ideal setting for both intimate gatherings and elegant entertaining. The luxurious primary suite is thoughtfully positioned on the main level and enjoys sweeping water views, offering a serene private retreat with a sophisticated en-suite bath. Step outside to the generous private patio and savor panoramic vistas of Little Traverse Bay—an extraordinary setting for leisurely mornings, afternoon gatherings, or unforgettable Northern Michigan sunsets. Harbor Watch offers a resort-inspired collection of amenities designed to elevate everyday living. Enjoy a sparkling outdoor pool, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness facilities, an elegant clubhouse, and beautifully manicured grounds accented by tranquil ponds and graceful fountains. Perfectly positioned just moments from the charm of downtown Petoskey, residents enjoy convenient access to exceptional shopping and dining, the waterfront, and the medical center, while returning home to the privacy and tranquility of this distinguished community. Sophisticated, serene, and effortlessly elegant, this is Northern Michigan living at its finest. Arrange your private tour and experience this exceptional Harbor Watch residence in person.

810 Maple Leaf Lane Unit #12, Petoskey

8324 Valley Road, Levering
$849,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 480420 MLS
The screened porch at 8324 Valley Road is a three-season front-row seat to the natural front yard—a quiet, open-air space that sets the tone for everything this property delivers across 80 acres of pine and hardwood, open meadows, and a small pond fed by an underground stream. Inside, the floor plan is laid out for real daily living. The primary bedroom suite on the main level includes a jacuzzi tub and walk-in closet, and the home carries four full baths throughout. A second bedroom also sits on the main floor. The kitchen brings real counter space and opens into an extended eat-in area, with a secondary room off the kitchen that converts easily into a formal dining room or sitting space. The newer family room addition is where the house opens up. Cathedral ceilings and a stone wood burning fireplace anchor the space, which includes a dining nook and double doors leading directly onto the composite back deck overlooking the patio and backyard. This is the room gatherings gravitate to. The outbuildings are a serious lineup. A 32x48 pole barn with a 14-foot door and slider handles large equipment and storage with ease. The 20x30 wood barn is fully outfitted—water, electricity, a workbench, a wood stove and wood burner. The whole-property Generac ads a solid level of comfort. A 12x10 greenhouse and a garden shed w/ water and power complete the array of additional buildings this offering provides. The 80 acres are built for the outdoors. Established trails wind through pine and hardwood forest and open meadows, passing a small pond w/ an underground stream. Seven deer blinds with established shooting lanes and three food plots make this a long-running destination for family and friend hunts. True Stream internet keeps the property fully connected. Only 4 miles to Sturgeon Bay's famous beach and Lake Michigan shoreline, w/ Larks Lake, Wilderness State Park, the Bliss Polo Club, Cross Village, Harbor Springs, and Mackinaw City each within easy reach.

8324 Valley Road, Levering

11486 Essex, Ellsworth
$849,000
479665 MLS
A rare opportunity to own Rocky Top Farms, a 134-acre agricultural property in the heart of Northern Michigan’s farm country. Located in Ellsworth, just north of Torch Lake and east of Lake Michigan, this property sits within one of the region’s most recognized fruit-growing areas and carries the history, infrastructure, and flexibility to support a wide range of agricultural or business uses. Rocky Top Farms has been known for its cherry products, preserves, fruit butters, farm kitchen production, and Michigan-made wood products. The land has a strong agricultural background, previously used for cherry production and currently planted in corn. With 134 acres, the property offers scale, utility, and long-term potential for continued farming, specialty crop production, agri-tourism, food production, storage, or a private agricultural estate. At the center of the operation is the primary production barn (5,700 sqft), equipped with a walk-in freezer, offering valuable infrastructure for produce handling, cold storage, food processing support, or farm-based operations. A separate building provides additional flexibility with workshop space and office area (6,200 sqft), ideal for equipment maintenance, business administration, woodworking, storage, or future value-added farm uses. Rocky Top Farms has an established public identity, with its farm store, gourmet fruit products, and farm-kitchen cooked preserves tied to Northern Michigan’s agricultural reputation. This is more than vacant acreage. It is a working farm property with name recognition, functional buildings, production support, and room to adapt. Whether the next owner continues preserve production, reintroduces orchard use, expands specialty agriculture, develops a farm-market concept, or simply secures a substantial Northern Michigan landholding, Rocky Top Farms offers a foundation that is already in place. Land conservancy in place.

11486 Essex, Ellsworth

2412 Greenbriar, Harbor Springs
$849,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 479368 MLS
This stunning Birchwood home has been completely updated inside and out. From the moment you enter, you are welcomed by beautiful flooring and an inviting sense of warmth and sophistication throughout. The upscale living room features a striking stone fireplace that creates a cozy focal point for both the living and adjoining dining areas, while large windows overlook the deck and peaceful wooded setting. Double doors off the living room open onto a delightful side deck, perfect for morning coffee or entertaining guests, with separate dining and conversational seating areas. The completely updated kitchen showcases all-new Kitchen-Aid appliances, quartz countertops, and a spacious island that provides additional workspace along with seating for casual meals. Adjacent to the kitchen is an inviting casual dining area, along with a beautifully designed serving counter and custom cabinetry that create the perfect setup for entertaining. The spacious primary suite features a completely remodeled bath with a walk-in shower and abundant closet space. Two additional generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests, while the additional main-floor bathrooms have been beautifully updated with new cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures. Just off the entry, a charming room overlooking the front of the home offers the perfect setting for a private office or relaxing reading retreat. Expanding the living space even further, the finished lower level includes a fourth bedroom and full bath. An impressive built-in bar overlooks the gathering and dining areas, creating an ideal space for entertaining, while a large private office nearby offers exceptional flexibility and privacy. The pièce de résistance of this exceptionally stylish home is that it is being offered completely furnished with all-new, tastefully curate designer furnishings, making it truly move-in ready.

2412 Greenbriar, Harbor Springs

731 Greenway Drive Unit #29, Harbor Springs
$849,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 478996 MLS
Welcome to the Greens. one of the newer communities within Birchwood. Finished in 2016 the buildings are full of modern architecture and newer color combinations. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS The Greens is technically a condominium community with services and maintenance included; yet has the feel and look of a spacious home. A panoramic view features The Woods #9, tees and fairway, a large meadow and #8 fairway of The Birches course. Prime Location: located on a walking path which leads to the Clubhouse and Birchwood's world class amenities: Both casual and fine dining, 27 holes of golf, Racquet Sports: (Tennis, Pickleball and Bocce), and an Exercise facility. The home's interör is defined by high ceilings and an airy spacious feel. Kitchen: Fully reimagined in 2022 and 2023. Great Room: Elevated and refreshed in 2021. Infrastructure: New HVAC in 2021. Finishes: Updated carpet and paint. Accommodations & Layout: Designed for privacy and comfort, the floor plan features four generous bedrooms. each boasting its own private ensuite bath. Main Level: Designed for ultimate convenience, the main floor includes the Great Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Primary Ensuite Bedroom, a Powder Room, a Laundry Room, and a 3-Seasons Room overlooking the golf course. Also, a spacious 2 1/2 car attached garage. The upper Level features 2 additional ensuite bedrooms and a versatile loft overlooking the great room. The finished lower-level provides expansive living space, including a Family Room, Private Office and the 4th Ensuite Bedroom and ample storage space. The Greens Exterior Condo Maintenance includes: Roof, Painting, Doors, Windows, Insurance and Home Watch Service. Grounds Care includes: Landscaping. Irrigation, Snow removal (incl. the Roof). The Qualitv of this unit must be seen! OWNER FINANCING AVAILBLE! Furnishings Are Negotiable.

731 Greenway Drive Unit #29, Harbor Springs

33171 Mrs. Reddings Trail, Beaver Island
$845,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 475445 MLS
Tucked among towering hardwoods and overlooking the endless blue waters of Lake Michigan, this exceptional Beaver Island retreat offers the rare combination of luxury, privacy, and proven investment potential. Situated on two waterfront parcels with breathtaking sunset views, this fully finished three-story home is a place where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the lake and evenings end beneath glowing northern Michigan skies. Thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, the home is being offered fully turnkey and has operated as a successful vacation rental, making it ideal as both a personal escape and income-producing waterfront property. The main level has been beautifully reinvented with new hardwood flooring, a stunning designer kitchen featuring quartz countertops, updated appliances, and inviting gathering spaces designed for effortless entertaining. Walls of windows draw in natural light and frame the surrounding woodlands and Lake Michigan shoreline, creating a sense of calm and connection to nature from nearly every room. All three finished levels provide generous living space for hosting family and guests, while the wooded acreage offers a rare feeling of seclusion and serenity. Whether you envision summer evenings on the deck, beach walks at sunset, cozy autumn weekends surrounded by color, or creating a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this home delivers an extraordinary island lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find. Located along one of Beaver Island’s most peaceful stretches of shoreline, this is more than a home - it is a destination, a retreat, and an opportunity to own a truly special piece of Lake Michigan waterfront.

33171 Mrs. Reddings Trail, Beaver Island

1411 Woodview Court, Petoskey
$839,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 480451 MLS
Nestled on nearly an acre in a quiet neighborhood just steps from Petoskey Schools and NCMC trails, this beautiful home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and convenient access to downtown Petoskey. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers comfortable, functional spaces with plenty of charm. The kitchen opens to the dining and living areas, creating an inviting gathering space centered around a cozy fireplace and a large bay window overlooking the natural surroundings. Wood floors add warmth throughout the main living areas. The private primary suite features vaulted ceilings, generous closets, and a newly updated ensuite bath. A versatile den with Murphy bed and nearby full bath provides an ideal space for guests, an office, or additional living space. Upstairs, two nicely sized bedrooms feature large windows with lovely countryside views and share a charming full bath. The lower level adds even more flexibility with a spacious family room highlighted by a stunning stone fireplace, plenty of room for multiple seating areas, and space for a game table or other activities. The fully fenced backyard provides a private setting for relaxing on the cozy deck or entertaining on the expansive pebble patio. Beyond the fenced area, the generous side yard offers plenty of possibilities—create a garden, add a play space, or simply leave it natural and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A warm and dry two-car garage is a welcome bonus, with direct access to a large mudroom for easy everyday living. With its generous lot, thoughtful floor plan, inviting outdoor spaces, and proximity to schools, trails, and downtown Petoskey, this is a home that offers both the lifestyle and flexibility you've been looking for.

1411 Woodview Court, Petoskey

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