RARE OFFERING ON THE SHORE OF LAKE MICHIGAN…

Quite simply this is a truly unique property—fourteen dune land acres with 705 feet of pristine waterfront offering sweeping views of the Lake Michigan shoreline from Manistee Harbor Light to the south to Arcadia Bluffs & beyond to the north. Upon entering the property at its southeast corner one immediately observes an open site surrounded by low wooded ridges at the center of which a northern track invites further discovery…to be pursued after first visiting the charming carriage house already
built in this space.Comprised of a 2400 square foot main level housing 30x60 garage space, 30x20 workshop & 7x10 laundry plus exquisitely finished upper level 1800square foot apartment that includes four large bedrooms, two baths & wonderfully light-filled open space consisting of 20x20 Great Room, 10x14
dining room & 10x16 kitchen, this is structure provides amove-in living situation while completing a future waterfront home. Traversing then the track to the north one comes upon a large west-reaching open area, again sheltered by wooded ridges, wherein lies the permanentlyDEQ permitted building site for a lakefront home with a 92x64 footprint. Drawings of proposed home are available. From this point a winding path leads through beach grass covered low dunes to magnificent sand beach.

Asking $2,800,000.

GREAT WOODLAND RETREAT AWAITS COMPLETION…

Situated within 29.75 acres of dense mixed hardwoods just a few miles south of Manistee Harbor & public boat launch site & Lake Michigan beaches, this well-conceived structure offers great opportunity for creative completion. Existing completed portions have been carefully constructed with wide wrap-around deck partially covered as porchon west side of 1920 square foot home with additional 1200 square foot lower walkout level. Design plan includes loft guest bedroom, main floor master & 3 baths. A wonderful radiant heat system fired by Heat Master outdoor wood boiler with Stant gas boiler backup supplies 3-zone setup in home…2 zones in 36x40 garage & 36x20 workshop. The latter two areas have in floor heat. Anderson low-E windows & door walls are in place & pre-finished hickory flooring on site. Also in place: 5” well @ 80’; 1250 double tank septic; 200 amp electric service for home…similar amp service for garage & workshop. Long driveway is fully graveled & substantial stone terracing marks curve of drive rising toward entry to garages & home. Additionally, this property is large enough to support splits. Asking price is based upon March 2009 certified appraisal.

Asking $320,000.

SIGNIFICANT VALUE - PRICE DROP!

ON THE SHORE AT MANISTEE…

Offering 100 feet of beach frontage plus spectacular views of Lake Michigan, this parcel is located in Lakeland Association which includes 150 acres of wooded common land with hiking & Nordic ski trails, private beach & clubhouse area with tennis & basketball courts. Annual association fee is $145. Lakeland is situated in the southwest corner of Manistee County, just north of a 36-square mile Federal campground which includes the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area. Additionally this property is just three miles from Manistee National Golf Resort and six miles from the City of Manistee historical downtown, Riverwalk, marinas & public boat launch accessing great fishing, boating & kayaking. All necessary building permits have been received…parcel is ready for construction. Asking $288,000.

GREAT LOCATION…

Pretty woodland lot on the corner of paved road & secluded unimproved drive to public access onPORTAGE LAKE, just a fewhundred feet away. At this point the Portage Lake channel to Lake Michiganis very near. Goodlocation to launch for fishing, sailing, kayaking. Property is just two miles from public LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH and could be utilized for seasonal or year-round home.

Asking $27,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN WATERFRONT ACREAGE…OFFERED AT AN INCREDIBLE PRICE.

This is quite simply an extraordinary property, offering 250’ ofmarvelous beachfront, outstanding views & several home site options.Measuring 10 acres thisproperty could be divided to maximize the investment or to create a family compound. Located within FoxFarm Bluffs along the northwest shore of MasonCounty, Michigan…just a few miles north of the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area.

Asking $449,000

WOODLAND ACREAGE ON LAKE MICHIGAN...

Just imagine, a ten-acre woodland property with 250 feet of glorious beach front on Lake Michigan. This very special property has had several improvements to enhance its desirability. Current owners have erected a charming log three-stall garage which has been used as a cabin for family vacations. Interior offers sleeping loft accommodations, bath & food prep area. A septic system has been installed along with 6” well and natural gas service. Adjacent space has been cleared for future lakeside residence & beach stairway has been erected. This property offers the possibility of four land splits & could be ideal for family compound. Located in Fox Farm Bluffs Association south of the Magoon Creek Natural Area. Asking $825,000.

HERKELRATH HILLS - A WOODLAND PARADISE ON THE SHORE OF LAKE MICHIGAN, JUST NORTH OF PORTAGE LAKE…

Access track traverses property allowing gentle descent, leveling out along natural plateaus within the land & ultimately reaching open level area at bluff edge with 618 feet of LAKE MICHIGAN frontage. Woodland is comprised of statuesque mixed hardwoods interspersed with lovely hemlocks. Bluff face is totally forested & beach below pristine. This twenty-seven acre property is located within the aptly named zone, Special & Unique Residential, & can be divided according to those zoning stipulations. The natural terracing of the terrain lends itself to multiple building sites offering the potential of outstanding views & access to unspoiled Lake Michigan beach. Property is located in orchard region north of Onekama, approximately three miles from Arcadia Golf Course as well as a short distance from the Crystal Mountain golf & ski resort complex. Asking $2,200,000.

TUCKED IN THE MANISTEE NATIONAL FOREST…

Charming mini-horse farm property on TEN WOODED ACRES ADJACENT TO FEDERAL FOREST approximately 1.5 miles from Six Mile Bridge on the Little Manistee River…or an equivalent distance to the Marzinski Horse Trail, developed for horse enthusiasts who enjoy riding a forested quiet trail system. Unrestricted horseback riding available for miles throughout this forest & the fishing is great on the Little Manistee River. Property includes an immaculate two bedroom, two bath home with walkout lower level plus a 3-car carriage house garage with an additional 1130 square foot living space that includes an office, two bedrooms, 1.5 baths & open Great Room space incorporating entertainment & food prep areas. The 20x28 barn is equally immaculate, with two stalls, grain room, tack room & 11.5x22.5 run out shed. Property also includes a 6x28 lean too, 19.5x17 storage building & a 10x12 greenhouse. All structures are well constructed & attractively maintained.
Asking $235,000.

GENTLY ROLLING ACREAGE ON LAKE MICHIGAN SHORE…

Two companion lakefront parcels with gently rolling wooded terrain offering sweeping views of Lake Michigan shoreline including Manistee Pier & outer harbor. Located one mile south of Manistee Golf & Country Club convenient to shopping & schools yet highly secluded, these parcels are served by a road easement & power is present. Lovely woodlands include Mountain Ash, Hawthorne, wild Apple, Pine, and other species.

Asking price for each is $525,000.

EXCEPTIONAL WOODED LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH FRONT PARCEL…

More than 500 feet deep, this low bluff parcel offers 100 feet of pristine Lake Michigan beachfrontage from which you can walk north along the shore to the parks & harbor of Manistee City or south as far as Pointe Sable at the Ludington State Park. Even so the driving distance to shopping is just seven to ten minutes as this land is located just south of Manistee City in an area of highly prized low bluff frontage on Lake Michigan. Parcel is fully wooded with tall evergreens throughout & a curving driveway access in place. Asking $439,000.

	UNIQUE LAKE MICHIGAN WATERFRONT PROPERTY OFFERING…Complete this lovely residence according to your own vision. Located on wooded ten-acre parcel with 186.5’ frontage of superbly beautiful sand beach, just a few miles south of Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course in northern Manistee County orchard country north of Portage Lake. Home offers 4000 square feet of living space on main & upper levels plus an additional 2800 square feet in lower walk-out level. Approximately 35% completed with an emphasis upon quality constructions materials such as Anderson high performance windows with sunscreen on lakeside windows; 2x6 exterior walls throughout; Certainteed Landmark Premium 300 pound shingles; 10” poured concrete walls in lower level at 9’ high; new igloo style septic system; two 200 amp electric service; inspector approved rough-in for 6 bathrooms; inspector approved rough-in electrical; approximately 1000’ limestone driveway from private road; landscaping along east side of home. Plans & design elevations available…all construction materials on site are negotiable. Asking $795,000.

WOODLAND LOT OFFERING LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS…

Wooded corner lot is just a short stroll from private association beach/clubhouse/tennis court area on the shore of LAKE MICHIGAN. Lake Land Association common lands include over 135 acres of wooded dunes & wetlands with marked hiking & cross-country trails…a wonderfully pristine area with wooden bridges crossing meandering Medicine Creek. All this within seven miles of Manistee City. The level lot has been approved for building by the township & provides access at lot line to natural gas, power, telephone & cable. Annual association fee is $145; there are no time requirement regarding commencement of construction. Seller is a licensed Realtor in the State of Michigan. Asking $69,900

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND AMBIANCE
AT LAKE MICHIGAN SHORE...
Spectacular unobstructed views characterize this one-acre parcel with 306’ Lake Michigan frontage. Nature provides an unending parade of glorious sunsets, soaring bald eagles, and unfettered glimpses of comets in the night skies & the ever-changing waters of Lake Michigan. Located on the bluffs just south of the Manistee Golf & Country Club, approximately one mile from the City of Manistee public beaches, tennis & basketball courts, public boat launch & Riverwalk, at the entrance to Manistee Harbor, this parcel provides a wonderful combination of privacy with convenience. Asking $425,000.

100X300 LOT WITH PRIVATE LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS…

located in Lakeland Association, southwest Manistee County, along the shore of Lake Michigan, these level wooded lots are ready for construction with open area set back from road that offers ample room for any design. Lakeland Association land includes approximately 150 acres common land with woodland hiking & cross-country ski trails; private Lake Michigan beach, tennis court & clubhouse facilities. Annual association fee is $145/lot. Located just south of the Magoon Creek Natural Area, approximately seven miles from Manistee City public boat launch & park system at Manistee Harbor entrance.

Asking $97,000.

OUTSTANDING LAKE VIEW PROPERTY…

located near the top of Portage Ridge at Onekama, this site condo parcel provides extraordinary views of the sweeping Lake Michigan shoreline, looking south toward Manistee Harbor light & beyond to Big Sable Point on a crystal clear day, as well as views of Portage Lake at west end channel to Lake Michigan. Sloping terrain of parcel allows for interesting design options with south facing views on all levels. The Portage Ridge at Onekama development provides pool & playground facility as well as underground utilities & paved roadways. Public access to Lake Michigan beaches & Portage Lake marinas is just a few miles away. This area is convenient to outstanding fishing, boating, kayaking, golfing, biking & skiing areas. Asking $159,000.

SERENE HILLTOP LAKE VIEW PROPERTY...

Offering lovely views of Portage Lake &Lake Michigan as well as the woodlands below, this serene hilltop property is ready for construction…electric, natural gas, telephone & cable connections at property line. Located within Portage Ridge at Onekama association, residency includes use of pool & recreation facility. Public access to Portage Lake & Lake Michigan within a few miles of site…marvelous biking, kayaking, sailing & fishing opportunities abound throughout the area. Year-round opportunities for leisure & enjoyment are highlighted by close proximity ofCrystal Mountain Ski Resort & Interlochen Arts Academy. Asking $75,000

HILL HOUSE IN ONEKAMA…

It is rare to come across a beautiful home on this much secluded wooded property in the lower peninsula of Michigan with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Michigan & Portage Lake. This 31-year-old, 3-story home (3,600 square feet on 18.73 acres) is perched on a very high hill overlooking acres of rolling forest leading down to Portage Lake & Lake Michigan. Newly renovated inside & out, this safe haven & its natural environment offer a quiet refuge. Privacy abounds, beginning with the gated driveway that winds through the woods. The first level can be used as separate living quarters. Rooms include an entry/sitting room; kitchen/laundry; large bedroom; living/dining room; exercise or office space with deck & full bath. The second level consists of a 25x14 vaulted ceiling living room featuring massive 2-story fireplace & broad window expanses providing exceptional views & which accesses 47’ deck; kitchen; dining room; bedroom & half-bath. Third level consists of spacious master suite with balcony-deck & raised hearth brick fireplace & offering heart-stopping views; reading loft; second guest bedroom & full bath.
Asking $699,000.

SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF
PORTAGE LAKE AND LAKE MICHIGAN…

Site condo parcel with panoramic views of Lake Michigan & Portage Lake. Hillside configuration offers interesting design options for achieving optimal enjoyment of views. Property is wooded with Maple, Oak & Beech tress for lovely backdrop. Asking $139,000

*120-ACRE PARCEL…*

Located in ridge country north of Portage Lake, just east of Lake Michigan,this is an especially beautiful tract of woodland dunes totally forested by mixed hardwoods interspersed with towering hemlocks. Although currently zoned as conservation forest, this designation will be changed at time of sale. There are platted subdivisions surrounding this land as well as access from county maintained roads. Public access to Lake Michigan nearby. Northeast 40 acres offers lake view potential. Property also has considerable logging value. Asking $960,000.

EIGHTY-ACRE WOODLAND PARCEL…

Located mid-Manistee County, this beautiful property offers multiple options…great hunting, good timber harvest potential & land division options. Asking $224,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH FRONT PARCEL WITH 118’ FRONTAGE & 1.4 WOODED ACRES…

This property is located just five minutes from the City of Manistee historical downtown shopping district & private marinas accessing Lake Michigan, the Big & Little Manistee Rivers as well as exceptional public Lake Michigan beaches, parks & boat launches. Yet this densely wooded property is remarkably secluded & offers wonderful views of Lake Michigan with stairway accessing private sugar-sand beach below. East edge of parcel has small wetland ideal for creating pond to attract wildlife…an opportunity to create a unique entry to a home site. Located on private easement cul-de-sac. Asking $430,000.

DENSELY VEGETATED PARCEL, 1.6 ACRES - Site of home of original farm settlers in Manistee...some foundation stone still present which could be incorporated in fireplace or landscaping of future home. West end of parcel offers secluded building site. Elevation might allow views of sunset over Lake Michigan. Parcel is located just 1/2 mile from marina facilities & one mile from public beach on Lake Michigan. Asking $80,000.Contact Suzanne for more information

HUNTING PARCEL: 72 acres located one mile from LaSalle Bridge access to Big Sable River, a fine trout stream. Asking $159,000

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	*NESTLED IN A HIDDEN VALLEY...TEN-ACRE PROPERTY WITH 342’ LAKE MICHIGAN FRONTAGE.* Entry drive dips gently into valley, winding past ancient apple orchard & picturesque upland meadow ponds…filled with trout!... as it leads beyond charming studio & three-car garage/workshop structures toward circle drive at main residence. A second branch of drive accesses eastern pasture & garden zone. Approximately 2100 square foot home with attached two-car garage offers vaulted knotty pine tongue & groove ceilings with open upper loft bisecting space. Upper level includes master suite with Jacuzzi tub plus two additional bedrooms & bath…all rooms enjoy Lake Michigan views as well as access to a 12x40 deck overlooking the lake. Main level features open living/dining & food prep areas centered by wood-burning fireplace plus bedroom, bath & laundry room. On lakeside of home is an outdoor hot tub with lighting & sound system. A special feature of this property is a private road which leads from bluff edge to wonderful sand beach below. This property offers many options whether to grow food crops, keep horses, store antique cars, maintain art studio…it is a private world unto itself. Asking $895,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN WATERFRONT HOME ON TEN ACRE PARCEL WITH 186’ BEACH FRONTAGE…

Accessed by a lovely country road through rolling orchard country, this property is located in the wooded Lake Michigan dune lands between Portage Lake & Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club...a short drive away from Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf Resort. Constructed in 1997, the main residence offers an excellent floor plan executed in raised-ranch design with full walk-out lower lakeside level…both levels integrated by lakeside decking & stairway. Lakeside master suite, food prep & dining areas separated from cathedral-ceiling living room by two-sided gas fireplace, guest bedroom & half-bath plus utility/mudroom & foyer entry occupy main floor of 3172 square foot home. Lower level has three additional bedrooms, two full baths plus spacious family room with raised hearth wood-burning fireplace. An old farmhouse structure is also located on the property. Home is situated well back from lake bluff…beach access is by winding path & intermittent ladder stairs.
Asking $695,000

FORTY-ACRE HUNTING PARCEL…located in the center of Manistee County with close access to snowmobile trails, superb rivers & creeks, inland lakes & Lake Michigan plus mountain biking, cross-country & downhill skiing areas, this terrific hunting parcel offers the additional benefit of frontage on Kaleva Creek, home to brook trout. Potential building site has been marked by current owner. Asking $85,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS THROUGH PRIVATE ASSOCIATION BEACH…

Lovely building site on level lot with mature trees providing privacy & handsome set back location for a home. Located just a few hundred feet from Magoon Creek Natural Area on Lake Michigan, this lot is part of Lakeland Association which provides approximately 150 acres of wooded common land with hiking & cross-country ski trails as well as a private association beach, clubhouse, tennis court area on the shore of Lake Michigan. Annual Association fee is $125 for lot; $180 for lot with home. This area is two miles north of entrance to 37 square mile Federal Campground which includes Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area.
Asking $83,900.

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS THROUGH PRIVATE ASSOCIATION BEACH...

perfectly level wooded corner lot offering two driveway entry options. Located in Lakeland Association which includes approximately 150 acres wooded common land with hiking & Nordic ski trails. Association beach area includes clubhouse, storage barn for beach gear, tennis & basketball courts, picnic tables & outdoor grills. Annual association fee is $125 for unimproved lot, $180 for residence. Located along the shore of Lake Michigan in the southwest corner of Manistee County, just north of 37-square mile Federal Campground & Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area. Asking $50,000.

TWO WOODLAND LOTS IN NORTHERN MASON COUNTY…

two very pretty, wonderfully secluded woodland lots located within ear shot of Lake Michigan & two miles from entrance to a thirty-six square mile Federal campground along the shore of Lake Michigan between Ludington & Manistee. Adjacent to one another, each 80x507 parcel offers abundant building site options upon which to build a home within an environment providing a lovely sense of privacy & serenity. Asking $37,500 each.

WATERFRONT LOT ON BAR LAKE...

fully wooded one-acre lot with 82’ frontage on Bar Lake, within walking distance of Lake Bluff Audubon Center & public Lake Michigan beach…five minutes from marinas & historic Victorian Port City of Manistee Riverwalk & downtown shopping area. Asking $80,000.

Located at the head of the Tippy Dam Backwaters, this eighty-acre property offers several view sites overlooking Possum Island & the Big Manistee River. Four Bald Eagle nests are to be found on the parcel. Fabulous trout fishing on Peterson Creek to the south or Hinton Creek to the north within a thousand feet of the boundaries, reached by traversing Federal land which surrounds the acreage on the north, west & east. Launch river craft easily from neighboring Federal land. Logged for pulp wood in 2002…future logging value exists. Red Pine, White Pine & Oak growth remains, attracting large turkey & deer populations. Property could be split. Asking $160,000.

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Outstanding 48-acre parcel with approximately 1800' river frontage southeast of Six Mile Bridge in an area of extensive federal forest land. Superb trout/steelhead fishing & hunting property with easily accessed power. Feeder creek provides brook trout fishing. Several building site options. Asking $500,000.
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EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY...106' of low frontage on Lake Michigan. Walk for miles on beautiful sand beaches. Property located within Lakeland Association which has its own private rustic clubhouse & tennis court area as well as 150 acres of wooded common land offering hiking & Nordic ski trails. Minimal annual association fee & no time requirement for start of construction. Asking $325,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS
THROUGH PRIVATE ASSOCIATION BEACH

...perfectly level land with lovely stand of trees screening building site from street view. Located in Lakeland Association, which includes 150 acres of wooded common land with hiking & Nordic ski trails. Association beach area includes clubhouse, storage barn for beach gear, tennis & basketball courts, picnic tables & outdoor grills. Association annual fee is $125/lot or $180 for residence. Asking $73,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS
THROUGH PRIVATE ASSOCIATION BEACH...

woodland parcel located in Lakeland Association, bounded by 150 acres of wooded common land with hiking & Nordic ski trails. Ownership includes use of private beach, clubhouse, tennis & basketball court area. Minimal annual association fee & no time requirement for beginning construction. Asking $75,000.

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS
THROUGH PRIVATE ASSOCIATION BEACH...

fully wooded lot located in Lakeland Association, bounded on two sides by 150 acres of common land woodlands with hiking & Nordic ski trails. Ownership includes use of private Lake Michigan beach, clubhouse, tennis & basketball court area. Minimal annual association fee & no time requirement regarding beginning construction. Asking $78,000. (lot 48)

ACREAGE

This outstanding 48 acre parcel, with approximately 1,800 feet of frontage on the Little Manistee River, presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a superb Trout fishing and hunting property. Two feeder creeks with Brook Trout as well. Asking $500,000.
Listing #122375

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BEAUTIFUL WOODED LOT

...offering wonderful views of Big Bass Lake, an all-sports lake dotted with picturesque islands. Part of Island View Association, this parcel has 90' of frontage with power at lot line. Accessed by partially paved private road, North Island View Lane. Land contract terms available to qualified buyers. $82,500.

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FORTY-ACRE HUNTING PARCEL IN THE HEART OF SNOWMOBILE COUNTRY

...located in Eden Township of Lake County, this property is adjacent to hundreds of acres of Federal forest land, just a few miles from the Little Manistee River. Includes 500 square foot cabin (unheated) plus large old barn & additional smaller cabin. Power & phone source at road. Located one mile west of M-37. $110,000.

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