If you’re shopping for a new home to lease or purchase in Northern Michigan, you may wonder whether homeowner’s associations are worth your while.

It’s usually easy to educate yourself about what specific HOA communities provide and allow. Before taking the financial plunge, take some time to learn about what Northern Michigan HOA communities offer.

To some, the benefits of having a quality HOA far outweigh the fees and restrictions. Paying a simple, recurring fee can mean time saved from menial tasks, more fun activities to do around your community and no obscure-looking houses or fences that are a blight on the surrounding community, spoiling the immaculate beauty of the rest of the neighborhood.

On the other hand, some believe HOA…

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SOLD: 246 E Main St #1 Harbor Springs, MI 49740 - $249,000
MLS: 459224 - $249,000

Newer street-level retail condo, right downtown on Habor Springs Main Street with the new restaurants and new Lyric Theatre offering plenty of foot traffic. Great street frontage and windows give a great opportunity to display the wares. Historic ambiance with 10 ft ceilings, crown molding, ceiling fans, and white oak floors, but with elevator to 600 sq ft lower level storage with high ceilings. Fire suppression system. (Click here to see all Harbor Springs, Michigan Homes for Sale)

For help selling your Harbor Springs Commercial real estate or your Harbor Springs home contact Brook Walsh - brook@nmescapes.com, www.brookwalsh.com or (231) 459-3179 today!

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SOLD: 02501 Disciples Court Boyne Falls, MI 49713 - $425,000
MLS: 458058- $425,000

If you’re looking to own a property on Boyne Mountain Resort, you need to see this condo in person! This ski-in/ski-out condo in Disciples Village is a one-of-a-kind unit and is perfect for anyone looking for a slope-side vacation home. The ski hills are so close that you can see the Disciples Ridge chairlift from the upper-level living room. It’s a turnkey condo with two adjoining units that can be used together or locked off and enjoyed separately. (Click here to see all Boyne Mountain Homes for Sale)

The upper-level unit is two stories and has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a kitchen and living area with views of the ski hills. The lower-level unit has its own…

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The Bay Harbor Village Hotel & Conference Center is situated on the scenic shores of the Bay Harbor Marina on Lake Michigan. Dedicated to the highest level of hospitality, the hotel offers guests a boutique collection of rooms, suites, and penthouses. It’s the perfect location for travelers who love to be in the center of activity, just steps away from a variety of shops and cafes.

For more active pursuits, guests enjoy the privilege of access to golf at the Bay Harbor Golf Club, easy access to charter boating and fishing at the Bay Harbor Lake Marina, and the convenience of the hotel’s adjoining Swim & Fitness Club – all with extraordinary waterfront views. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Luxurious…

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The Center

When the curtain rose for the first time at the Grand Opening on July 7, 2018, the Great Lakes Center for the Arts became a cultural and social hub in Northern Michigan offering year-round events across all genres—music, dance, theater, movies, and film, intellectual dialogue, education—making it a regional and national performing arts destination.

As an architectural landmark designed by renowned theater designers Fisher Dachs Associates and architects TowerPinkster, the Center is centrally located in Northern Michigan, just outside of Petoskey on US31, near Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Boyne City. The Center includes a beautifully crafted, intimate 527-seat theater housing a large stage with state-of-the-art features that meet…

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Harbor Cove Condominiums – Hidden Gem of Harbor Springs

Introduction to Harbor Cove Condominiums

Introduction to Harbor Cove Condominiums

Tucked along the glistening shores of Little Traverse Bay, Harbor Cove Condominiums in Harbor Springs, Michigan, embody everything you dream of in a Northern Michigan lakefront escape. From its serene woodland surroundings to the pristine private beach, Harbor Cove delivers the perfect blend of peace, play, and property value.

Whether you’re a year-round resident, seasonal vacationer, or savvy investor, these condos offer unmatched lifestyle opportunities. With their warm architectural style, proximity to year-round recreation, and access to first-class amenities, Harbor Cove continues to stand out in the Harbor Springs…

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Creekside at Boyne Mountain Resort: Ultimate Retreat with 3 Must-Do Experiences

Discover top trails, luxury vacation rental villas, and Boyne Mountain snow sports at this northern Michigan getaway.

Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to Creekside at Boyne Mountain Resort, an idyllic northern Michigan retreat nestled along a bubbling creek and framed by densely wooded hillsides. In this guide, we’ll spotlight three must-do experiences—each showcasing why Creekside at Boyne Mountain Resort stands out among Boyne Mountain vacation rentals. From leisurely creekside strolls and luxury vacation rental villas to heart-pounding winter sports, you’ll see how this luxury vacation rental destination combines tranquility with adventure.

Experience 1: Strolling…

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Opportunity knocks! This very rare opportunity will afford you the ability to have your own storefront in the ever sought-after Water Street district of beautiful Boyne City. Lots of room in this building including a full bath, 12 x 10 work area at the back, as well as a 10 x 15 private office/storage area.

This is your chance to be in the heart of it all right in the middle of the DDA, with Stroll the Streets, and all the special events in Boyne City, you will be in the center of focus! Investment opportunities like this don't come along often, and when they do, they don't last!  (Click here to see all Commercial Real Estate listing in Northern Michigan)

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Captain's Watch condominiums are on the channel in downtown Charlevoix, MI. Located block from the heart of downtown and Lake Michigan Beach.

Similar to the condominiums in the LeHavre Neighborhood, these condominiums are a bit older. As a result, many of the condominiums have been completely remodeled or are in need of one.


The Captains Watch neighborhood condominiums have wide-open floor plans which are great for entertaining family and friends.

Condominiums on the top floor have vaulted ceilings and spacious lofts.

When people think of the Captains Watch neighborhood on Lake Charlevoix, they think of wonderful views of the channel to Lake Michigan and the boats passing by.

The Beaver Island ferry goes…

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1460 Powder Ridge Dr. Boyne City, MI 49712
MLS: 457390, $740,000

(Click here to see all Boyne Mountain Homes for Sale)

NEW CONSTRUCTION-5 Bedroom 4 1/2 Bath home located in Edelweiss Club, Boyne Mountain's gated SKI-IN/SKI-OUT custom home community. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Boyne Mountain vacation rentals)

This Custom Home has 3565 square feet of living area, nestled in a nicely wooded area at Boyne Mountain with skiing in the winter and golfing in the summer right outside your door! For help selling your Boyne Mountain Real Estate contact Brook Walsh - brook@nmescapes.com, www.brookwalsh.com, or (231) 459-3179 today!

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