Embrace the Beauty of Northern Michigan's Waterfront with Brook Walsh. Northern Michigan is known for its stunning natural beauty, and nowhere is this more evident than along its pristine waterfronts. If you're looking to make this breathtaking region your permanent home, Brook Walsh Real Estate can help. Our team specializes in waterfront real estate in Northern Michigan, offering a carefully curated selection of the finest homes and estates along the region's lakes, rivers, and coastlines.

In this blog category, you'll find valuable resources and expert insights on buying and owning waterfront real estate in Northern Michigan.

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 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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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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Explore World-Class Walloon Lake in Northern Michigan

Walloon Lake is located within the Little Traverse Bay Watershed and empties into Lake Michigan via the Bear River. (Click here to see all Walloon Lake, Michigan Homes for Sale) Walloon Lake is considered an outstanding ecological, aesthetic, and recreational resource. Rolling glacial terrain surrounds its deep waters, including its five distinct depressions or basins:

  • Foot – 94 ft.
  • Mud Lake – 14 ft.
  • West Arm – 100 ft.
  • North Arm – 52 ft.
  • Wildwood – 80 ft.

The lake and its watershed are located in Bay, Evangeline, and Melrose townships of Charlevoix County; and Bear Creek and Resort Townships of Emmet County. The lake has a relatively small watershed (22,650 acres)…

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Gorgeous Luxury Condominiums on Walloon Lake

The Shores on Walloon Lake is a collection of only six spacious custom cottages in Walloon Lake Village. Each has a westward panorama and is but a few steps from the water and your dock. The design and workmanship of each are beyond all requirements and most expectations. The plan is based on great respect for the past and appreciation of the natural grandeur of our Walloon. Through uncomplicated and maintenance-free living, The Shores allow you to reside in harmony with the village and the lake. Every outside maintenance task—including your dock—is taken care of. Never rake, shovel, sweep, cut, plant, prune, clean, or wash! (Click here to see all Walloon Lake, Michigan Homes for Sale)

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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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Breakers East condos are located on the shore of Little Traverse Bay. This is one of the finest waterfront condo communities in Harbor Springs.

This neighborhood makes one of think of east coast homes with their cedar shake exteriors. However, the waterfront setting is what really makes this environment special.

The Breakers East neighborhood has an estate-type feel to them despite being condominiums.

These condominiums also have spacious lofts which are great for the kids to escape to.

Gourmet kitchens dominate the real estate market in the Breakers East neighborhood.

Master bedrooms typically have waterfront views, walk-in closets, and ensuite bathrooms.

The dining…

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