Northern Michigan is a stunning region with a wealth of natural beauty and world-class amenities. Whether you're looking for a vacation home, a second property, or a permanent residence, this region has something to offer everyone. At Brook Walsh Real Estate, we specialize in real estate in Northern Michigan, offering expert guidance and a carefully curated selection of the finest homes and estates in the area.

Whether you're searching for a cozy cabin, a luxurious estate, or something in between, we can help you find the perfect place to call your own. In this blog category, you'll find valuable resources and expert insights on buying and owning real estate in Northern Michigan.

Hamlet Village is a community of condominiums and homes in the perfect northwest Michigan vacation destination – Harbor Springs. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Harbor Springs, MI vacation rentals)

The Hamlet Village neighborhood is characterized by its close proximity to Boyne Highlands but especially Nubs Knob as some of the condominiums allow for ski-in/ski-out access. The only access available at Nubs Knob making Hamlet Village a very desirable neighborhood. (Click here to see all Harbor Springs Homes for Sale)

The Hamlet Village condominiums have vaulted ceilings with ceiling fans, a wall on windows, a gas fireplace, and an open floor plan.

Gourmet kitchens with plenty of…

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The Water Street Inn is a perfect place for a relaxing and memorable getaway and is located steps from downtown Boyne City on the shores of beautiful Lake Charlevoix. The all-suites condominium hotel offers all the comforts of home including a kitchen and fireplace, with the added benefit of a private beach and spectacular sunsets. All suites are one-bedroom units with either a King or Queen bed and include a sleeper sofa in the living room. (Click here to see the Water Street Inn vacation rentals)

The Water Street Inn neighborhood has each condo uniquely decorated to appeal to a variety of tastes and features a private balcony or patio with breathtaking views of Lake Charlevoix.(Click here to see all Water Street Inn Condominiums for Sale)

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Boyne Golf recently announced that its Bay Harbor Golf Club (The Links and The Quarry nines) and The Heather and Arthur Hills courses at Boyne Highlands Resort have achieved 2015-16 “Best In State” recognition from Golf Digest. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Boyne Mountain vacation rentals)

With about 850 courses in the golf-rich Wolverine State, their rank among Michigan’s best 25 courses places them in the top 3 percent, joining esteemed companies such as private venues Oakland Hills Country Club and Crystal Downs Country Club. Bay Harbor’s The Links / The Quarry 18-hole combination is also rated among the “100 Greatest Public Courses” in the United States by the publication. (Click here to see all Boyne…

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Harbour Club Condominiums offer one of the best views of Round Lake and downtown Charlevoix. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Round Lake is world renown for being the perfectly protected Great Lakes harbor.

The Harbour Club neighborhood is known for having an upscale waterfront living environment on world-class Lake Charlevoix and more specifically Round Lake in Charlevoix, Michgigan.

Amenities include a lakeside pool, attached garage, and ideally located just a short walk to downtown shops and restaurants. This is similar to the Foster Boat Works neighborhood.




For more Lake Charlevoix investment opportunities, read the following article. In addition, we have the…

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Introduction to World-Class Walloon Lake

Feel like basking in a place where Ernest Hemingway spent his summers as a kid? Interested in having a cottage on the Shores on Walloon, with its crystal clear waters and one of the deepest lakes in Michigan? How about staying at Hotel Walloon, where you can step back into 20th-century charm with modern amenities? (Click here to see all Walloon Lake home for sale) Then considering visiting, or even having a summer home at Walloon Lake.

First, Walloon Lake and the Surrounding Village are not huge. There are only 290 locals,

And if you want to reside there permanently or have a summer cottage there, do be prepared to bring your checkbook. Walloon Lake Real Estate in Boyne City,  or even 8.5 miles away in…

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Is The Northern Michigan Condominium Lifestyle Right For You?

Condominiums are one of the most misunderstood types of real estate you can buy. They get a lot of hate when compared to apartments and homes for no reason. Many people are unable to tell you the difference between an apartment and what a condo is. Moreover, condos come in multiple forms and can look like a house, apartment, or townhome. The thing that defines a condo is ownership. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Our team has an entire list of reasons to buy a condo and reasons not to buy a condo. Living in a condo is different than living in a home. There are always a few things to consider when moving to a condo: finances and social life. A…

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Foster boat works is a condominium complex with one, two, and three-bedroom condos located directly on Lake Charlevoix with its own marina and heated outdoor pool. (Click here to see all Foster Boat Works condominiums for sale in Charlevoix, Michigan.)

The outdoor pool area is a real joy as the pool is heated and overlooks Lake Charlevoix. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

The Foster Boat Works neighborhood is well known for its nearby marina, similar to the Harborage neighborhood.

The living areas are characterized by full-sized beams as the building used to be a factory.

The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the smaller side but certainly are more than adequate.

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The Landings is a private condominium association of 56 lakefront condominium homes located on the southeast shore of Lake Charlevoix in Boyne City, Michigan.  The association property faces W-SW across the lake and benefits from full sunshine throughout the day and spectacular sunsets in the evening. (Click here to see all The Landings condominiums for sale in Boyne City, MI.)

The Landings condominiums neighborhood is well known for its private marina, similar to the Harborage neighborhood, and each owner has a 24ft boat slip. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

The Landings neighborhood has aged well and some of the condominiums have been fully updated. Others await a new owner to take them to…

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Charlevoix became a village in 1871 and a city in 1905. The city has been a summer vacation destination for decades. Unless you can spend the entire summer, Charlevoix offers far more things to enjoy than you you’ll ever be able to experience during a single vacation. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Charlevoix, MI vacation rentals)

Things to Do in Charlevoix

Charlevoix offers many places to visit and things to do for you to try. There are summer activities such as baseball games at the Carpenter Ball Fields and the Fourth of July festivities. Since Charlevoix is on Lake Michigan, waterfront activities such as sunning on beaches, boat rentals, and charter boat tours are available.

Charlevoix Public Library

The…

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Although it may be overlooked in national rankings, Gaylord is one of this country’s golf meccas. The Gaylord area boasts an inviting landscape for golf. With beautiful pine and birch trees lining their unique undulation and many clear-blue ponds and lakes, Gaylord offers avid golfers a little bit of everything. 

Golf courses are now back open with summer weather starting to crawl its way back to Northern Michigan, and with COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. With so many intriguing and exciting courses to play, this list might help narrow down some options for those looking to play some rounds this summer. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Here is the start of the list:

10. Michaywe Pines Golf Course —…

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