Bear Lake Real Estate

V/L Glovers Lake Road Unit Parcel A, Bear Lake

Discover 10 beautiful acres directly across from Chestnut Hills Golf Course in desirable Pleasanton Township, Manistee County! Featuring frontage on BOTH Glovers Lake Road and Butwell Road. This exceptional corner parcel offers paved, county-maintained, year-round plowed road access, with electric already on the property for convenient hookup! Gently rolling terrain, elevated building sites, open fields, and a mixture of mature timber create an outstanding setting for your dream home, private estate, or Northern Michigan getaway. Enjoy the very best of four-season Northern Michigan recreation! Golf just across the road at Chestnut Hills Golf Course or visit the renowned Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club nearby. Spend your summers boating and fishing on Bear Lake, exploring beautiful public Lake Michigan beaches in Arcadia, or hiking and biking the scenic trails at Arcadia Dunes. Fall brings spectacular colors and hunting opportunities, while winter offers endless opportunities to enjoy the snowy Northern Michigan landscape. Conveniently located near Bear Lake, Onekama, and Manistee, with Traverse City to the north and accessible weekend travel from Muskegon and Grand Rapids. The adjoining 10-acre parcel is also available, presenting an opportunity to assemble approximately 20 acres for a larger private estate or potential golf-and lake-life-inspired residential development. Subject to applicable approvals. Opportunities combining acreage, paved road frontage, electric, and this incredible recreational location are becoming increasingly difficult to find! The Property to be conveyed consists of approximately ten (10) acres, more or less, to be subdivided from the parent parcel identified as Parcel No. 12-017-100-01 & 12-017-100-10. The final legal description, acreage, and parcel identification number shall be determined by a survey and/or land division approved by the applicable municipality prior to closing. Tax Info on whole 30 Acres M/L.

V/L Glovers Lake Road Unit Parcel A, Bear Lake

V/L Butwell Road Unit Parcel B, Bear Lake

$160,000

26055360 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Explore this beautiful 10-acre parcel situated near Chestnut Hills Golf Course in sought-after Pleasanton Township, Manistee County! Offering paved, county-maintained, year-round plowed frontage along Butwell Road, with electric already on the property for convenient hookup. This rare offering combines accessibility, natural beauty, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Rolling countryside, elevated building sites, open meadows, and mixed timber provide a picturesque setting for your future home, private retreat, or Up North getaway. Location is everything! Enjoy an incredible four-season lifestyle with Chestnut Hills Golf Course just across the road and the nationally recognized Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club nearby. Spend warm summer days enjoying public Lake Michigan beach access in Arcadia, fishing and boating on Bear Lake, or exploring the scenic hiking and biking trails throughout Arcadia Dunes. Experience brilliant fall colors, area hunting opportunities, and the peaceful beauty of Northern Michigan winters. Ideally situated near Bear Lake, Onekama, and Manistee, with Traverse City within reach and convenient access for those traveling from Muskegon and Grand Rapids. Looking for additional acreage? The adjoining 10-acre corner parcel is also available, offering the potential to combine approximately 20 acres for a private estate, family retreat, or possible golf- and lake-life-themed residential development, subject to local zoning and necessary approvals. Whether you're ready to build your dream home or secure your own piece of Northern Michigan, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss! The Property to be conveyed consists of approximately ten (10) acres, more or less, to be subdivided from the parent parcel identified as Parcel No. 12-017-100-01 & 12-017-100-10. The final legal description, acreage, and parcel identification number shall be determined by a survey and/or land division approved by the applicable municipality prior to closing. Tax Info on whole 30 Acres M/L.

V/L Butwell Road Unit Parcel B, Bear Lake

$667,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26054191 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Are you looking for a great place to start your new business, or maybe retire and have yourself a hobby farm, then you need to check this place out. Current owners are Amish and they built a new home 40' x 48' with a 60' x 100' pole barn connected to the home, currently used for building sheds, carports, mini cabins and more. The work area has a nice office area with a loft for storage. All this was built in 2023 with a new 5" well and septic system too. Electricity is available at the street. The property has an abundance of wildlife for hunting, close to many lakes, rivers, and the snowmobile trails as well. 4,300+ acres of state land in the immediate area, Crystal mountain winter skiing and summer golf, Lake Michigan is also just a short drive away. Sellers are in the process of splitting 10 acres off the Northeast corner of the property leaving the sale being 30 acres, still plenty of land for a new owner to enjoy. Call and schedule a private showing of this beautiful layout.

12817 Chief Road, Bear Lake

$319,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26052331 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Countryside one-of-a-kind 4 BR farmhouse is situated on a delightful 2+ acres between the orchards along M-22 and the village of Bear Lake. This air-conditioned home has been maintained and well-loved and offers more than 2,000 square feet, with plenty of separate spaces for privacy. Some updates include most windows, flooring and a brand new roof. Main floor includes the primary bedroom with a sliding door to the deck, a recently updated full bath, the spacious, carpeted living and dining room and a large, fabulous kitchen with custom cabinetry, stainless appliances and porcelain tiled floor. Enjoy the cozy warmth in the main floor family room, with a newer gas insert in the fireplace surround that soars to a vaulted, beamed ceiling and a convenient 1/2 bath with a boat shower. Enjoy a heated, year-round sunroom for reading, working out, wildlife viewing or soaking in the sunshine. Upstairs are 3 BRs plus a room for your hobbies, office or TV. Personalize these rooms with your cosmetic touches. A high-efficiency, forced-air furnace and A/C heats and cools both levels and Spectrum cable service is available. Tinker on projects in the large workshop area with bench attached to the 40-ft. deep garage. The backyard deck presents relaxing views of adjoining farmland and woods, with spectacular birding opportunities from home and all along the nearby coast. Easy care landscaping includes flower boxes for your favorite blooms and kitchen herbs. A detached shed is ready for your lawn and garden equipment. Only 5 min by vehicle from here to Lake Michigan, a bit further to Bear Lake village, 6.5 miles to the two-lake town of Onekama and 10 miles to Arcadia swimming, boating, hiking and birdwatching, the latter at a mile-long boardwalk across one of the rare Great Lakes Coastal Marshes as well as other Arcadia area conservancy properties. Two acclaimed golf courses are a short drive away.

4443 Potter Road, Bear Lake

$149,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1950806 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Don't miss an opportunity in the heart of the Village of Bear Lake! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a great starting point for someone ready to put in a little work and make it their own. Inside, you'll find newer flooring and efficient heating and A/C provided by a mini-split system. An additional nonconforming room offers flexible space for a potential third bedroom, home office, or bonus room. The location is hard to beat—Bear Lake School is just one block away, and you're only about a five-minute walk or one-minute drive from public lake access at Hopkins Park and the public boat launch. With some updates and finishing touches, this home has plenty of potential to become a great year-round residence, Up North getaway, or investment property. House is being sold in as is condition.

12352 Virginia Street, Bear Lake

$319,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1950761 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Countryside one-of-a-kind 4 BR farmhouse is situated on a delightful 2+ acres between the orchards along M-22 and the village of Bear Lake. This air-conditioned home has been maintained and well-loved and offers more than 2,000 square feet, with plenty of separate spaces for privacy. Some updates include most windows, flooring and a brand new roof. Main floor includes the primary bedroom with a sliding door to the deck, a recently updated full bath, the spacious, carpeted living and dining room and a large, fabulous kitchen with custom cabinetry, stainless appliances and porcelain tiled floor. Enjoy the cozy warmth in the main floor family room, with a newer gas insert in the fireplace surround that soars to a vaulted, beamed ceiling and a convenient 1/2 bath with a boat shower. Enjoy a heated, year-round sunroom for reading, working out, wildlife viewing or soaking in the sunshine. Upstairs are 3 BRs plus a room for your hobbies, office or TV. Personalize these rooms with your cosmetic touches. A high-efficiency, forced-air furnace and A/C heats and cools both levels and Spectrum cable service is available. Tinker on projects in the large workshop area with bench attached to the 40-ft. deep garage. The backyard deck presents relaxing views of adjoining farmland and woods, with spectacular birding opportunities from home and all along the nearby coast. Easy care landscaping includes flower boxes for your favorite blooms and kitchen herbs. A detached shed is ready for your lawn and garden equipment. Only 5 min by vehicle from here to Lake Michigan, a bit further to Bear Lake village, 6.5 miles to the two-lake town of Onekama and 10 miles to Arcadia swimming, boating, hiking and birdwatching, the latter at a mile-long boardwalk across one of the rare Great Lakes Coastal Marshes as well as other Arcadia area conservancy properties. Two acclaimed golf courses are a short drive away.

4443 Potter Road, Bear Lake

$255,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26050114 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on 5 acres near Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, Bear Creek! Along with a great location, you'll find an oversized 2 car garage with workshop, a classic red barn with tack shed, 3 flower gardens, and apple trees- all adding to the property's authentic country appeal. Inside, the hardwood floors, large windows, and warm, inviting spaces create a comfortable place to call home. A spacious breezeway connects the home and garage, while wide stairs lead to a full basement with plenty of room for storage, hobbies, or projects. Whether you're into gardening, tinkering in the workshop, or simply enjoying nature, this property offers a little something for everyone.

12851 13 Mile Road, Bear Lake

$2,490,000

1950656 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Established Northern Michigan hospitality opportunity along US-31 in Bear Lake. Formerly known as the Alpine Motor Lodge, the Inn at the Alpine has been family-owned since 1999 and offers 25 spacious, air-conditioned guest rooms, all conveniently located on the ground floor with private entrances and at-the-door parking. Accommodations include king rooms, two-queen rooms, accessible accommodations, and larger multi-room suites for families and groups. Guest rooms offer practical amenities including refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers, with remodeled facilities providing an updated guest experience. A large attached owner’s residence provides the opportunity to live conveniently on-site while maintaining separation from guest accommodations. The space also offers flexibility for potential additional rental accommodations or other lodging-related uses. Property amenities include complimentary miniature golf, a playground, outdoor grills, picnic areas, natural grounds, common gathering space, and ample parking with room for guests traveling with boats. Located approximately one mile east of Portage Lake and north of Manistee, the Inn is well positioned within Northwest Michigan’s four-season recreation market. Nearby destinations include Bear Lake, Portage Lake, Lake Michigan, Manistee, Frankfort, Beulah, Crystal Lake, the M-22 corridor, Manistee National Forest, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The surrounding area draws visitors throughout the year for boating, fishing, beaches, hiking, biking, golf, fall color tours, hunting, snowmobiling, winter recreation, wineries, shopping, gaming, and entertainment. A unique opportunity to acquire an established lodging property in one of Northern Michigan’s popular tourism corridors.

8127 Chippewa Highway, Bear Lake

$79,900

1950393 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Wooded 10+/- acres located conveniently between Bear Lake and Onekama. Property consists of 2 separate 5 +/- acre lots. Back property does have an older 2" well and septic & garage structure. Older singlewide trailer that has NO VALUE on property. With some clean up, could make for a nice building site.

6306 Maidens Road, Bear Lake

$389,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26047544 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence in Bear Lake offers 2,801 square feet of finished living space on a generous 49,658-square-foot lot. The single-family home features a 2-car garage and substantial grounds that provide room for outdoor pursuits and expansion possibilities. The combination of substantial square footage and acreage delivers the space and privacy many buyers seek when establishing roots in the area. Well-suited for those looking to own a stand-alone residence with genuine land around it, this property presents a solid foundation for long-term ownership. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

7206 Johnson Court, Bear Lake

$1,600,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26047141 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE BACKUP Status

PIERPORT! Low Bluff frontage! Amazing architectural details in this "Craftsman-inspired," year round, Lake Michigan Cottage. Built in 2014 & like new! 24x32 roof top deck for unforgettable entertaining. Overlook the everchanging Lake Michigan, sunsets & your 55' of lake frontage. Quality is evident in Mahogany wainscoting, pine flooring, handcrafted pine cabinetry, Motawi tile backsplash & fireplace surround, impressive lighting & gorgeous "Marvin" wood paned windows throughout. 2 bedrooms on main level, 3rd bedroom/craft room on walkout level plus a loft with half bath (and balcony!) that could be a sleeping loft, studio or additional living space. Lower level family room. Heated tile floors, speakers throughout, Generac generator, snow melt sidewalk & garage apron. Home is across a quiet, paved, dead end street from the beach lot w/newer steel seawall. 24x32 garage is drywalled, insulated, has hot & cold water, heated floor & striking mahogany carriage doors that open out, not up!

12493 Lakeview Road, Bear Lake

$279,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26042750 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Completely updated and move-in ready, this Bear Lake home offers a fresh new look from top to bottom! The beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, new cabinetry and all-new high-end appliances, while two completely updated full bathrooms add style and convenience. New carpeting and thoughtful finishes continue throughout the home. The former garage has been converted into additional living space, providing even more room to spread out and enjoy. Major improvements include a new roof, siding, windows, electrical, HVAC and central air. Situated on approximately .35 acres with Bear Creek frontage, the property offers a peaceful, recreational setting with the creek right in your own backyard. Whether you're looking for a year-round home or a Northern Michigan getaway, this extensively updated property is ready for its next owner.

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