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$12,500,000
8 Beds 10 Baths 480148 MLS
Set along the shores of Burt Lake, 2417 Resort Road presents a rare opportunity to own one of the lake’s largest and most distinctive private residences. Designed as a true luxury family compound, this exceptional waterfront estate combines grand scale, timeless craftsmanship, and the warmth of a home created for generations to gather. The residence offers approximately 13,000 square feet of thoughtfully planned living space across three levels, with an impressive variety of areas for both everyday comfort and large-scale entertaining. Expansive family and game rooms, formal and informal dining spaces, generous bedroom accommodations, and abundant storage allow the home to function beautifully for extended family, guests, and multi-generational living. Throughout, detailed millwork, substantial stonework, custom architectural elements, and quality materials reflect a level of craftsmanship rarely found in today’s market. A private, tree-lined approach introduces the estate and reveals a home that feels both impressive and inviting. Multiple wings, varied rooflines, stone accents, covered porches, and gracious outdoor spaces give the property a timeless Northern Michigan character. The scale is substantial, yet the design remains comfortable and livable, with spaces that encourage both connection and privacy. The setting is equally remarkable. Mature trees, extensive landscaping, stone terraces, winding paths, and multiple outdoor gathering areas create a park-like setting between the home and the water. The shoreline is designed for the best of Northern Michigan lake life, with a substantial dock system, multiple covered boat slips, and generous space for swimming, boating, relaxing, and entertaining at the water’s edge. Inside and out, the property was created to bring people together. Large gathering rooms flow easily to terraces and lawns, while more intimate spaces provide quiet places to retreat.

2417 Resort Road, Alanson

$2,695,000
4 Beds 8 Baths 480146 MLS
Experience the best of Northern Michigan waterfront living in this extraordinary log home on 100' of pristine Burt Lake shoreline. Set on 1.3 private acres, this exceptional estate offers 4 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 2 half baths, and a heated 3-car garage with epoxy floor, combining timeless craftsmanship with luxurious comfort. A welcoming entrance leads to the open-concept main level where soaring ceilings, a stunning wall of windows, and breathtaking lake views create an unforgettable first impression. The great room is anchored by a beautiful stone fireplace, while the gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, expansive counter space, and top-of-the-line appliances including Sub Zero refrigerator and Thermador oven. The main-floor primary suite is a private retreat with deck access to a hot tub overlooking the lake, a spacious walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath with dual vanities, jetted tub, and tiled shower. Upstairs, two ensuite bedrooms each offer private balconies, while the spacious bunk room above the garage with its own full bath is perfect for kids, guests, a game room, or fitness space. The walkout lower level is made for entertaining with a large family room, impressive wet bar, and billiards area. Outdoor living is just as spectacular, with an expansive upper deck, lower patio, and a private tram leading to the water's edge. After a day on the lake, rinse off in the beach cabana complete with a full bathroom, changing rooms, and two outdoor showers, before gathering around the lakeside fire pit for s'mores under the stars. Enjoy kayaking and paddleboarding on quiet mornings, breathtaking sunsets each evening, and front-row seats to Burt Lake's annual Fourth of July fireworks from the end of your private dock. This is more than a waterfront home—it's the ultimate Northern Michigan retreat where family and friends will gather for generations to come. Home is offered mostly furnished including the dock and whole house generator.

7604 W M-68, Indian River

$1,199,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 479684 MLS
If you are looking for the quintessential "up north" getaway, look no further than this extraordinary Burt Lake gem! 10 wooded acres set the scene for this nature-lover's paradise. A high bluff setting plays host to a darling cottage and accompanying 24x24 detached garage, while the land rolls gradually down from the structures towards 166' of private Burt Lake frontage. The cottage is everything one imagines for an ideal Northern Michigan escape - knotty pine tongue-and-groove interior, a charming screened-in porch, and a wood stove for crackling fires on cool evenings. In addition to the 2 Bedrooms in the main cottage, there is an additional bonus bunk room over the barn, providing plenty of room to host guests or let the kids escape to their own play area as the adults relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of lakeside living. Buyers looking for more square footage need not fret, as the property features an HD-approved new build site just steps from the shoreline off North Bay Way! Stay in the current cottage while building your dream home, or enjoy the property exactly the way it is - the possibilities are endless! The northeast portion of Burt Lake is notorious for it's long, gradual drop in depth, making it a great spot for young swimmers to splash around without care free. When you hear stories of past generations escaping to their cottage up north, you picture a place like this. What seems like mere folklore can actually be yours if you act today!

5185 E Burt Lake Road, Cheboygan

$3,250,000
5 Beds 5 Baths 479390 MLS
Experience a rare opportunity to own a timeless waterfront estate on the highly sought-after shores of Burt Lake’s prestigious Colonial Point. Perfectly positioned with western exposure, this exceptional property is just minutes from Harbor Springs and Petoskey, offering convenient access to fine dining, shopping, championship golf, premier ski resorts, and miles of scenic recreational trails. Pellston Regional Airport is located less than ten minutes away for effortless travel set on 2.6 private wooded acres, the property boasts 200 feet of pristine sandy-bottom frontage, sheltered from westerly winds for ideal boating, swimming, and lakeside enjoyment. Bordering the rear of the property is Indian Point Memorial Forest, featuring over 480 acres of old growth preserve and miles of hiking and nature trails right from your backyard. Custom built and designed to embrace panoramic lake views, this sprawling ranch home offers approximately 3,930 square feet of living space with five bedrooms and four-and ½ baths. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light, while multiple fireplaces create warmth and character throughout. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the open-concept living and dining areas, making it ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Spacious lakeside decking offers the perfect setting for gathering with family and friends or simply relaxing while enjoying spectacular sunsets. A standout feature of the home is the guest or multi-generational living quarters, complete with its own entrance and full kitchen, offering comfort and flexibility for extended family or visitors. Additional amenities include generator, a large, detached outbuilding with a heated workshop, heated game room, bathroom, gardening shed, and an expansive garage with abundant storage space. Completing the property is a private tennis court that could easily be converted into pickleball courts, enhancing the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable waterfront retreat provides.

1830 Indian Point Road, Brutus

$3,990,000
5 Beds 6 Baths 478082 MLS
Set along 200 feet of sandy shoreline on Burt Lake’s most coveted stretch, this exceptional property captures everything that draws families north. Nearly two acres of manicured grounds, soft beaches, and open blue water come together in one unforgettable setting perfectly positioned on the western shore of Burt Lake, closest to Petoskey and Harbor Springs. A place where generations can gather, celebrate, and belong. Designed with intention, this custom-built five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath residence blends craftsmanship and comfort in perfect measure. Expansive windows frame the lake from nearly every room, filling the home with light and a sense of calm that’s hard to put into words. Inside, soaring ceilings, warm wood tones, and thoughtful architectural details make every space feel both grand and intimate. A rare and remarkable feature of this property is the attached guest quarters, complete with its own entrance, kitchen, and garage, providing ideal privacy for extended family or guests. Whether used as a separate retreat or seamlessly integrated into the main home, it’s a design element seldom found on Burt Lake and one that speaks to the thoughtfulness behind every inch of this estate. Outdoors, broad lakeside patios and decks invite endless summer gatherings, while the backdrop of 484 acres of protected conservancy land offers peace, privacy, and miles of trails to explore year-round. Part of Michigan’s famed Inland Waterway, Burt Lake connects you to miles of navigable rivers and lakes, yet it’s this specific setting on Colonial Point that truly sets it apart. This is more than a lake house; it’s a legacy property meant to be shared, cherished, and passed down through generations.

1442 Indian Point Road, Brutus

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