Lake Charlevoix is a beautiful freshwater lake located in northern Michigan, USA. It is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, and swimming. The Lake Charlevoix area also offers a variety of cultural attractions, such as art galleries and music festivals.

If you are considering buying or selling real estate in this area, our blog provides valuable insights into the local market and lifestyle.

There's nothing more dreamy and luxurious than the waterfront lifestyle, and owning your own lake house. Waking up to the sunrise over the water, boat rides with friends on the lake, and cookouts with the family on the shore. This is a lifestyle of luxury and relaxation, as well as socializing and fun.

Whether you are looking for a quiet spot to retire or a vacation home that would be perfect for the kids, Brook Walsh Real Estate offers an abundance of lakefront options in beautiful Northern Michigan to suit your needs.

Michigan is home to the largest and some of the most beautiful lakes in North America, and one of the best areas for boating. Northern Michigan attracts avid fishermen and boat enthusiasts from all around the world due to its…

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East Jordan With Canadian vibes in the winter and hints of Maine coastal scenes in the spring and summer, East Jordan, Michigan is a small, but highly rated 4-season destination. Located just 15 miles south of Charlevoix, East Jordan is aptly named for the Jordan River, which meets with this lake. East Jordan offers a myriad of things to do, most notably outdoor things, that will keep anyone satisfied no matter their reason or expectations while visiting. Drive up to northern Michigan, and you'll find this little yet exciting town just miles away from Lake Michigan. With plenty of options to eat out, live and vibrant events to attend during the summer and year-round activities truly unique to the area, East Jordan…

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SOLD: 549 Bay Street Boyne City, MI 49712 - $1,390,000
MLS: 443457 - Modern Home Sold on Lake Charlevoix in Boyne City, Michigan

This Lake Charlevoix contemporary exemplifies the Northern Michigan Lifestyle: Soaring windows overlooking the lake, gourmet kitchen, great entertaining indoors & out, wet bar, 3 fireplaces, wine cellar, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, expansive vinyl decking & an outdoor kitchen/grilling. Enjoy a midnight rendezvous at the waterside hot tub or sunbathe on your private deck off the master bedroom. Treat yourself to a spa day in the master suite. Finishing off this package is a deep water dock for a 50-foot vessel. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

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Boyne City is located in Charlevoix Country in the state of Michigan. It is a small city with a big heart. A lot of the activities and businesses in Boyne City are linked to the beautiful Lake Charlevoix, which has 60 miles of shoreline. From the spectacular Fourth of July celebrations to bustling downtown shops, this city has a lot to offer to visitors and residents. (Click here to see all Boyne City, Michigan Homes for Sale)

There are activities for all ages and all seasons. The fun never stops in this town. Here is a guide for first-timers to Boyne City, MI:

A Brief History of Boyne City, MI 

Boyne City was established in 1856. It was known as Boyne at the time. In 1904, the name was changed to Boyne City. John and Harriet Miller,…

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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. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

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…

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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. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

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…

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What Are Michigan's Most Expensive Lakes?

With more than 11,000 inland lakes and their entire shape defined by the Great Lakes, Michigan is a hot spot for lakefront real estate. A recent report from LakeHomes.com, a multi-state brokerage, and real estate database, offers some insight into where the priciest lakefront real estate is found in Michigan. To compile its quarterly Lake Market Report, LakeHomes.com pulled MLS data to find the average listing price for all for-sale homes in each market on Sept. 1, 2018. The top 10 most expensive lakes for lakefront homes in Michigan are listed below, ordered from the least expensive lake to the most expensive lake at No. 1.  (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Homes for…

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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 its 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. 

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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…

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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. 

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