Imagine owning a 5,000 sq. ft. pole barn (50’ x 100’) designed for versatility, featuring four 14’ x 14’ overhead doors, 16’ ceilings, and sloped floor drains in each bay. This space is perfect for storing boats, trailers, campers, and vehicles. The southwest side is already plumbed for a future bathroom and laundry area, offering excellent potential to create a living area, especially with the well and septic already in place. Located just one mile from the Clam Lake boat launch, it offers easy access to the entire lower Chain of Lakes. The covered porch is the perfect outdoor retreat to unwind after a day on the water or the golf course. Short term rentals are allowed, making this a versatile second home or investment opportunity.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN GREAT LAKES / Listed By: Jeanette Gillespie, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
$475,000 (USD)
Custer Area Single Family Home
Pending
984 Cedar River Drive Bellaire, MI 49615
3 Bed
2 Baths
1550 sqft
MLS# 1945331
A true refuge from the world awaits in this charming “fairy tale come to life” Hamill chalet, believed to be the first Hansel and Gretel home on the Schuss Mountain development. This well-built residence showcases classic Bavarian character with rounded doors and rooflines, exposed beams, custom hardware, and stained glass details. The open floor plan flows into a cozy, wool-carpeted family room anchored by a large wood-burning fireplace and striking wood mantel. The main level features a primary bedroom with en suite, while two additional bedrooms and a shared bath are located upstairs. Step outside to “The Shanty,” a 12x15 three-season retreat offering an additional room not included in the square footage. This screened porch offers the perfect setting for quiet mornings, afternoon reading or games, and relaxed evenings with music. Located just outside Swiss Village with no HOA, the property offers a peaceful, wooded setting. Enjoy a scenic one-mile walk near where the Cedar River meets Cedar River Drive, with frequent wildlife sightings including deer and porcupines. Being sold mostly furnished, this property presents an excellent opportunity for personal use or short-term rental potential. The oversized 28x24 garage provides ample room for vehicles and storage for golf, skiing, snowmobiles, and more. Situated on five acres with mineral rights included and one parcel split available. Located one mile from Schuss Mountain and Shanty Creek, a quick drive to Bellaire, and numerous lakes and trails are nearby.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN GREAT LAKES / Listed By: Jeanette Gillespie, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
$450,000 (USD)
Central Lake Area Single Family Home
Pending
351 N M-88 Bellaire, MI 49615
4 Bed
3 Baths
2597 sqft
MLS# 1941210
Space, updates, and location come together in this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering room to live, grow, and make it your own. With 2,600 square feet of finished living space plus an additional massive 1,426-square-foot basement featuring 8’6” ceilings and a cozy gas fireplace, this home delivers flexibility and potential rarely found in one package. The upper level features a generous bonus room, ideal for a home office, study area, playroom, or additional gathering space. Recent improvements in 2025 include new laminate flooring on the main level, a new furnace, and carpet that has been professionally cleaned and re-stretched. The exterior has also been well cared for, with the deck power-washed and bleached and the landscaping refreshed with fabric and stone. A spacious main-floor laundry room includes a large closet for added convenience, while the 2½-stall garage offers two additional built-in storage rooms—perfect for tools, gear, or seasonal items. Set back from the road and tucked into the woods, this home offers a peaceful, private setting where deer and other wildlife are often seen passing through. Ideally located between Bellaire and Central Lake, the property is just 2.5 miles from Gorham Beach public access on Intermediate Lake and 1.5 miles from a nearby boat launch, making lake days easy and accessible. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Glacial Hills for mountain biking, Schuss and Boyne Mountain for skiing, miles of hiking trails, and several award-winning golf courses. Short term rentals allowed, no HOA.
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN GREAT LAKES / Listed By: Jeanette Gillespie, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
$230,000 (USD)
Custer Twp Area Vacant Land
Active
Vl (10 Acres) W Elder Custer Twp, MI 49659
Bed
0 Baths
sqft
MLS# 78080068461
Nestled on 10+ rolling acres, this Northern Michigan retreat is the ultimate turnkey basecamp for hunting, trail riding, and outdoor adventure. The heart of the property is a 7-year-old, 24'x32' pole barn featuring a loft, LED lighting, a cozy wood-burning stove, and flexible solar, propane, or generator power options. Established trails wind throughout the acreage, leading to hunting blinds, stands, a clover field, and two bonus accessory storage buildings. Modern off-grid comforts include a filtered water collection system and a heated outdoor shower. Offering unbeatable value, the sale includes an L2350 Kubota tractor with implements, two generators, eight trail cameras, and select furnishingsâ€"making it ready to enjoy from day 1. Gather by the fire pit under the stars, or head just 1.75 miles to the Green Lake public boat launch (with Henry Lake nearby) for convenient access to boating, fishing, and swimming. The work is already done. Just arrive and start making memories!
Nestled on 10+ rolling acres, this Northern Michigan retreat is the ultimate turnkey basecamp for hunting, trail riding, and outdoor adventure. The heart of the property is a 7-year-old, 24'x32' pole barn featuring a loft, LED lighting, a cozy wood-burning stove, and flexible solar, propane, or generator power options. Established trails wind throughout the acreage, leading to hunting blinds, stands, a clover field, and two bonus accessory storage buildings. Modern off-grid comforts include a filtered water collection system and a heated outdoor shower. Offering unbeatable value, the sale includes an L2350 Kubota tractor with implements, two generators, eight trail cameras, and select furnishings—making it ready to enjoy from day 1. Gather by the fire pit under the stars, or head just 1.75 miles to the Green Lake public boat launch (with Henry Lake nearby) for convenient access to boating, fishing, and swimming. The work is already done. Just arrive and start making memories!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN GREAT LAKES / Listed By: Jeanette Gillespie, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
$7,100 (USD)
Custer Area Land
Active
Lot 70 N Klaffen Strasse Bellaire, MI 49615
Bed
0 Baths
sqft
MLS# 1939213
Beautifully wooded lot in the heart of Schuss Mountain. Enjoy all the benefits of being close to skiing, golfing, boating, mountain biking at Glacial Hills, and exploring at Grass River Natural Area. Nearby water ways include Lake Bellaire, Intermediate Lake, Grass River, and of course Torch Lake! Only a short drive to the towns of Bellaire, Traverse City, and Charlevoix!
Listing Courtesy of NORTHERN GREAT LAKES / Listed By: Jeanette Gillespie, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors