1. When should I visit Lake Charlevoix?

This is really up to you and what you like to do. There’s certainly no bad time to visit Lake Charlevoix, which is why we call it a “year-round playground.” In the summer, we’ve got beaches, hiking, biking, and more. In the spring and winter, there’s skiing and snowboarding. In the fall, there’s gorgeous foliage and outdoor festivities. You really can’t go wrong.

2. How do I get to Lake Charlevoix?

Whether driving or flying, getting here is relatively easy with plenty of beautiful lake views and scenery along the way.

If you’re flying, you can fly into the Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City, Michigan, which is approximately an hour and a half away from Lake Charlevoix. You can drive or

In 2012, Lake Charlevoix was voted the second-best lake in America in a USA Today poll, behind only Lake Tahoe. Being awarded this honor is partly due to the many forms of recreation the lake provides, including swimming, kayaking, sailing, fishing, diving, boating, water skiing, and just relaxing on the beach. It is also due to Lake Charlevoix being one of Michigan’s largest and most magnificent lakes. Lake Charlevoix is the 3rd largest lake in the state in terms of surface area, but due to its shape and the elongate South Arm, its shoreline length far exceeds that of any other inland lake in Michigan. If you kayak the entire shoreline of Lake Charlevoix, you will have traversed 60 miles! 

Because Lake Charlevoix is directly connected to

Home to an artsy, outdoorsy community, East Jordan is perhaps best known as the gateway to one of Northern Michigan's coolest wild places: the Jordan River Valley, an 18,000-acre paradise loaded with old-growth forest and the pristine Jordan River.  Because of the area's rich history, the homes for sale in the East Jordan real estate market are typically charming cottages and mature single-family homes, each with their unique perks and varying property sizes.  If you're looking for a home with a little more privacy, it doesn't get much better than right here. Properties here, especially those on large parcels, are hugged by lush patches of woodlands and greenery, which further enhances that feeling of exclusivity and seclusion. 

Harborage

Nestled in the space between Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan, the city of Charlevoix is home to nearly 2,500 residents. As such, this quiet community enjoys great access to recreation along the lakes and conveniences at the heart of the big city. When it comes to the Charlevoix, MI real estate market, buyers will find that there is a nice selection of single-family homes and condominiums available. Note: We are including five condominium communities in this list that are actually on Round Lake, technically not Lake Charlevoix, but they are connected so it made sense to do so to us.  Charlevoix condominiums for sale are some of the most sought after real estate options in Northern Michigan.  

Edgewater Inn Condominiums in downtown

Boyne City is the epitome of a charming Northern Michigan town; where familiarity runs deep and waves exchanged by those passing by.  With roots that date back as far as 1856, Boyne City has always been cherished for its small-town allure and relaxed way of life.  Surrounded by the peace and tranquility of nature, friendly locals, waterfront wonders, and endless nature trails to explore, Boyne City might be just the rural paradise you're looking for.  Traditional communities, all built within the last several decades, woven together with a lovely little downtown area that residents adore.  For these reasons, it's no surprise that Boyne City real estate attracts all types of buyers, from young professionals to families to retirees.  It's easy to

There's a reason this beautiful Northern Michigan lake placed second only to Lake Tahoe in USA Today's readers poll of America's best lakes.  A boat tour of Lake Charlevoix will not only give you a beautiful day on the water but access to three of the Northern Michigans best small towns;

• Boyne City, at the eastern edge of the North arm, has seven condominium complexes located directly on Lake Charlevoix.
  
  
• Charlevoix, on the lakes western edge, has two condominium complexes located directly on Lake Charlevoix.
  
  
• East Jordan, at the end of the lake south arm, has four condominium complexes located directly on Lake Charlevoix. 

A shallow ledge, which outlines the entire lake, makes it ideal for anchoring and relaxing the day away.

 "I have completed two good size transactions with Brook and found him to be honest and forthright. He has an excellent knowledge of the area, and what is going on in the area. It was a pleasure to do business with him. - Al Mancini"

We at BrookWalsh.com are incredibly lucky to work with such a kind and incredible individual like Al. 

Brook Walsh is from Northern Michigan and understands lifestyle based real estate investing which is one of the reasons he's chosen to pursue his dream of helping real estate investors with their home buying needs. Learn more about Brook or start your

"Brook did an outstanding job locating the perfect waterfront property. He managed all negotiations and utilized his personal relationships to obtain the lowest price on our behalf. Extremely knowledgeable to the northern Michigan market and was a true pleasure to spend time with throughout the process. I will definitely be using Brook and his team at Northern Michigan Escapes on any/all future transactions." - Matt Schmit

Wow, we are blessed to work with clients like the Schmit family. For those sentimental types, click here to book this gorgeous property for your next vacation rental and sure to watch the virtual tour as well, it's a gorgeous property! 

It was a very challenging situation for Brook Walsh, NorthernMichiganEscapes.com founder, and Broker for BrookWalsh.com. His clients from Colorado's Vail Valley had been looking for a needle in the haystack Lake Charlevoix property for quite some time. After exhausting all of the active listings, Brook used his powerful network to reinvigorate an expired listing and successfully negotiated the sale. 7606 Indian Trails was listed with a different realtor in 2015 and 2016 however, the owner withdrew the listing as an acceptable offer was not submitted. 

ABOUT 7606 INDIAN TRAILS IN OYSTER BAY ON LAKE CHARLEVOIX

The home itself is a gorgeous town and Country 4 bedroom home on a 5-acre estate parcel with detached 1200 sq. ft., 2 bedroom

It was a very busy and exciting time for Brook Walsh, NorthernMichiganEscapes.com founder, and Associate Broker for BrookWalsh.com. Brook toured a wonderful family around Boyne City and East Jordan as they looked for Lake Charlevoix waterfront property. The clients were somewhat hesitant to take on a second home as they led quite busy lives and wouldn't be using for the next few years. Brook explained the lifecycle of ownership based services Northern Michigan Escapes provides for their clients and that gave them the peace of mind to make such a considerable investment. How did it turn out after a little more than a year, read their heartwarming client testimonial?

ABOUT 1 WATER ST UNIT 9 IN RESORT COTTAGES ON LAKE CHARLEVOIX