Welcome to The Cottage on Bear Lake! After 25 years, this beloved family retreat is ready for new memories to be made now! Nestled in the heart of northern Michigan, this quintessential cottage offers a true taste of lakeside living with its charming knotty pine interior. Situated on the western shore of the serene 1,800-acre Bear Lake, this property enjoys the calm waters and breathtaking sunrises, making every morning a masterpiece. The Cottage boasts 50 feet of lake frontage with 100 feet of dock space for boats and water toys. Ample yard space provides room for cookouts, campfires, and yard games, while the covered deck overlooks the tranquil waters. A garage offers storage and parking. Inside, you'll find three cozy bedrooms, one full bathroom, an inviting living area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious kitchen and dining area for gatherings. Forced heat and air ensure year-round comfort, while plans for finishing the large attic space offer the potential for an additional living area. Recent upgrades include the addition of a 24K generator for peace of mind and electrical upgrades for modern convenience. Scale-appropriate renovations were made in preparation for attic finishing. Located just two miles east of M22, 20 minutes from Crystal Mountain for skiing and golfing, 40 minutes from the majestic Sleeping Bear Dunes, and 1 hour from downtown Traverse City for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The prestigious Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club, known for its top-tier facilities and stunning courses, is conveniently located nearby, offering leisure and luxury at your fingertips. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Hopkins Forest history. Cottages in this area seldom come to market, making this a truly special find. Whether you're seeking adventure or simply craving peace and tranquility, The Cottage on Bear Lake offers the perfect retreat with possession at closing. Schedule your showing today & start envisioning your lakeside paradise!
Welcome to this charming ranch home where tranquility awaits! From the moment you step on to this 4.71 acre property you'll discover a beautiful haven both inside and out. The home has been well cared for with many personal touches that add to its enduring charm. An open kitchen and dining room flow seamlessly to the living room, providing an inviting atmosphere perfect for hosting friends and family. During summer, get togethers can move outdoors where you can relax on the newly built deck with pergola. Enjoy lovely views of the rolling countryside and privacy from mature cherry trees, remnants of a once active orchard. The backyard also features an eclectic She Shed complete with chandelier. This space is a perfect place to retreat to when you want to enjoy quiet time for yourself. Just outside the shed, a perennial garden is ready for you to test your green thumb. There is even space to add a few vegetable plants to enjoy fresh goodness late summer. Conveniences within the home include a large master suite with private bath, a large laundry room, and finishing touches such as bamboo flooring, stainless steel appliances and granite counters in the kitchen. The lower level of the home offers an expansive unfinished space full of options for additional living space. There is even an oversized crawl-like space for storing seasonal decorations, off season clothing, and extra items you want to keep safe and dry. The 1.5 stall garage offers additional space for a workshop or storage. And donââ¬â¢t worry about losing power, as the home features a full home generator. Located just north of Onekama, this home is within minutes of Bear Lake, Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Skiers will love being 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain. Onekama and Frankfort are a short drive where you can enjoy delicious eateries and quaint shops, and iconic Traverse City is just 45 minutes away. There is much to appreciate about this home. Come see and you might just fall in love!
Perched atop a hill offering peek-a-boo views of Bear Lake, this adorable 1883 4 bedroom/1.5 bath farmhouse has been lovingly updated over the years. From the moment you walk in, you'll fall in love with the something old/something new touches all around you, from the epoxy-coated dark pine countertops, to the original exposed brick chimney and maple floors in the family room. Nestled on nearly 1.5 + acres, with mature hardwoods dotting the rolling landscape, you'll feel miles away from it all. You are just a couple blocks from Bear Lake school, downtown shops, restaurants and the recently renovated Wolf River Golf Park is just down the road! Just down the road! It really is about location, location, location and this is it!
Whether your dream is growing veggies & raising chickens, tagging monster bucks, or just enjoying the peace that comes from having no neighbors, it's all waiting for you right here! Tucked back a 1/2 mile off the road on 75 acres, this 4 bed, 2 bath barndominium is a haven for sportsmen or families craving the space & freedom to let their kids & pets run free. Enjoy days spent tinkering & wrenching on projects in the huge heated garage, or surrounded by sunshine & greenhouse plants in the 3 season room. With its own heat & a/c the loft could make an awesome man cave, office or bonus room. Crystal Mountain Resort, Bear Creek, Tippy Dam, and 100s of miles of Snowmobile/ATV trails are all close by, meaning there's something to enjoy for everyone in all 4 seasons!
This premier Bear Lake barndominium is waiting for you! Built in 2021 with high quality materials this 1088 square foot living space has everything you have been looking with an attached 1200 square foot heated garage space. This property has two additional 30 x 40 outbuildings with 14 foot doors and electricity and room for a couple more 1200 square foot buildings to be constructed if you so desired. The living area is heated and cooled, with in-floor heat in the attached garage that also features a half bath accessible from the garage. Commercial garage doors and openers along with LED lighting, steel roofs and exteriors, daylight windows and well thought out built-in shelving round out this impressive storage ranch.
CASH only sale! Short term rental income possibility! Newly renovated home sitting on over 2.5 acres in beautiful Arcadia township. Prime location for anyone that enjoys beaches, lakes, golfing, or hunting or fishing. Located less than 3 miles from Lake Michigan, Bear Lake, Arcadia Bluffs, and public access land make for endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors of Northern Michigan. This beautifully redone home features all new windows, doors, 2'' foam insulation, Generac generator, new appliances, and a beautiful 3 season room. You are sure to love the open floor plan, beautiful butcher block countertop, brand new double sink vanity, new flooring, light fixtures, and large closet space in each bedroom. Looking for a vacation getaway or spot to build your dream home? This is it
Main floor living home and only steps from Bear Lake!This ranch-style home sits on a spacious 2-acre lot and boasts 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, main floor laundry, and a 3-season room with a hot tub - perfect for relaxing after a long day. The attached 2 car garage is complete with a wood-burning stove and has an additional room at the back of the garage, providing extra space!The detached garage has 220 power and is perfect for a workshop or additional storage. Home has newer natural gas furnace and roof. Supplemental heat option with a wood-burning stove in the rec room to keep you extra warm and cozy on cool nights!Plenty of time to check it out! All offers accepted until noon on Monday 4/15/24.
SO MUCH HOME FOR THE MONEY! Priced to reflect 2024 appraisal. This newer custom ranch home is an ENGINEERING MARVEL with all high quality materials & finishes to match. 20 completely fenced acres. Designed for entertaining with open floor plan, impressive bar & a phenomenal, professional, 24 seat theatre with lobby, bathrooms & concession! Invite your friends, family or corporate colleagues, & give them an unforgettable experience. Incredible custom kitchen w/12'x4' Corian topped island & off the chart appliances. Living room has a mesmerizing electric fireplace, built-ins & full wall of windows. Main floor family room w/hot tub, exercise room, walk-in tub & steam shower. Extraordinary 40x60x17 attached garage for cars, RV and your boat! 80x140 Pole Barn Pad! Features list available
Finish it the way you want it. This project home is off to a good start, framing, wiring, plumbing, insulation and roofing all new or updated. If you enjoy the sense of accomplishment and are handy here is your chance to put your sweat equity into a great investment. Located less than 1/4 mile from the public access to 1800 acre All Sports Bear Lake.
Gorgeous 289 acre parcel has it all! Beautiful rolling hills, mature hardwoods, majority of property is high rolling hills with a potential seasonal view of Bear Lake. It also has 2 ponds, small quaint cabin, huge garage with built in office and a 2nd bathroom. So many possibilities for large estate or development. Approx. 2640' of road frontage on a recently updated blacktop road. There are 3 tax ID's, 80 acres of this parcel is in commercial forest act for a lower tax rate. The property is about 2/3 heavily wooded and 1/3 used for hay production. The seller has managed the wooded parcels with the assistance of a Forester. There is also a 70' wide access (currently no driveway) leading to 13 Mile Rd Seller is retaining oil & gas rights, currently 2 gas wells on property.
The median home value in Bear Lake, MI is $185,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $124,500. The national median home value is $219,700. The average price of homes sold in Bear Lake, MI is $185,000. Approximately 34.86% of Bear Lake homes are owned, compared to 13.14% rented, while 52% are vacant. Bear Lake real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Bear Lake real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Bear Lake, Michigan has a population of 205. Bear Lake is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 21.62% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 20.29%.
The median household income in Bear Lake, Michigan is $30,227. The median household income for the surrounding county is $44,882 compared to the national median of $57,652. The median age of people living in Bear Lake is 40.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 34.9 inches per year, with 99.1 inches of snow per year.