Discover the Beauty of Northern Michigan Real Estate with Brook Walsh. Northern Michigan is known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant outdoor recreation, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. If you're considering investing in a vacation home or second property in this idyllic region, look no further than Brook Walsh. Our expert real estate team specializes in Northern Michigan resort real estate and has extensive knowledge of the local market and desirable properties.

Bay Harbor: The Community You Dreamed of But Didn’t Think Existed!

Ask historians to describe the state of Michigan’s earliest settlements and you can expect a fanciful look at romantic explorers, Native American encampments, and idyllic tales of villages popping up along Lake Michigan. But history didn’t end with the evolution of powerful cities and industries that made the state unique among neighbors: One of the state's most beautiful locations, Bay Harbor, has a unique past.

Once a rough and tumble mining town set up along the lake that also produced some of the Midwest’s constantly-needed cement plants, 1200 acres of pristine land, totaling five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, were ravaged in the name of progress.

Despite sporadic attempts at…

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01992 Morning Dove Boyne Falls, MI 49713 - $435,000

MLS: 457335 - Disciples Village Ski In/Ski Out Condo Sale at Boyne Mountain Resort

“SKI-IN/SKI-OUT” is the best-priced slope side Disciple’s condo available for sale at Boyne Mountain Resort with the upper unit with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths and the lower private owners unit has an additional 1 bedroom suite complete with an additional kitchen and living area. This condo is located on Boyneland Ski Run, your family and friends can enjoy skiing/snowboarding conveniently from your condo while others can watch all the ski activities from the comfort of your living room. (Click here to see all Boyne Mountain Homes for Sale)      

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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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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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FOR SALE: Cortina Court Boyne City, MI 49712
MLS: 461207 - $2,495,000

WOW, your chance to build the nicest ski-in/ski-out property in the Midwest in Boyne Mountain Resorts exclusive gated Edelweiss community located in beautiful Boyne Falls, Michigan. Customize this world-class home with preliminary Architecture work performed by world-renowned Visbeen Architects. This home will be approximately 5,000 sq feet, have a three-car garage, workshop, family room, recreation room, covered patio with dual indoor/outdoor fireplace, main level master, a significant amount of outdoor living space with decks, outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen, outdoor hot tub, and even a skier bridge for easy ski-in/ski-out access. There is a not a ski-in/ski-out…

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Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club is a residential community of distinctive homes, condominiums and building sites (lots). Property ownership is a prerequisite for Full/Golf Membership. (Click here to see all Harbor Springs, Michigan Homes for Sale)

Birchwood Farms is a large country club and resort neighborhood located 3.6 miles north of Harbor Springs off of M-119. Spread across the 1,600-acre development are 27 holes of golf, heated pools, tennis courts, hundreds of homes, and during the winter 8.5 kilometers of ski trails groomed for classic skiing. This is golf course skiing but the rolling nature of the terrain and the woods that surround much of the complex makes the skiing much more interesting than is normally associated with fairway…

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SOLD: 02212 Boyneland Dr Boyne Falls, MI 49713
MLS# 455180 - $599,000 - SOLD FOR $700,000!!! An All-Time Record

Sold fully furnished, this 5 bedroom disciples village condo at Boyne Mountain Resort is a gorgeous ski-in/ski-out. Features include high-definition televisions, granite counters in the kitchen, a private ski area, and tiled flooring. Boyne Mountain Resorts gated ski-in/ski-out preserve for distinguished homes in an expansive tract of mature woodland. Edelweiss Club is the preferred locale for a seasonal retreat or a year-round home. This investment property generated a very solid rental income. Click here to see all Boyne Mountain Homes for Sale)

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SOLD: 01352 Powder Ridge Dr # 39 Boyne City, MI 49712

MLS# 455181 - $415,000

Sold fully furnished, this 4 bedroom mountain cabin at Boyne Mountain Resort is a gorgeous rustic property. Features include high-definition televisions, granite counters in the kitchen, a private hot tub, and tiled flooring. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Boyne Mountain vacation rentals)

This Mountain Cabin investment property generates a very solid rental income. (Click here to see all Boyne Mountain Homes for Sale)

Focused on Northern Michigan Investment Real Estate

Brook is focused on lifestyle real estate investment properties as most people want a vacation home to make lifelong memories that endure for their…

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7 Tips for Skiing and Snowboarding in Cold Weather

Winter at Boyne Mountain can get cold in some months! But without the Lake Michigan affect weather, Boyne Mountain Resort's powder snow wouldn't be what it is and we wouldn't be writing this article to help you stay warm on your ski vacation! With a little preparation and maybe a smart purchase or two along the way, you can ensure that you won't need to worry about the cold and you'll be carving down the slopes on even the most blustery of days. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Ski Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

  1. Lots of layers. Rule number one is a no-brainer for most. In order to prevent heat loss, the best method is to wear multiple layers rather than opting for thick and heavy…

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1. When should I visit Deer Lake?

This is really up to you and what you like to do. There’s certainly no bad time to visit Deer Lake, 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 Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

2. How do I get to Deer Lake?

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…

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