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.

Award-Winning Bay Harbor Yacht Club On Lake Michigan

Nestled into the western shoreline of Bay Harbor Lake stands the renowned Bay Harbor Yacht Club with its signature stone facade, a cascading waterfall, lovely plantings, pillared arches, and white picture-window frames. This gracious, architectural focal point overlooking Lake Michigan is the social center of the Bay Harbor community for boaters and non-boaters alike. The luxury private club offers a beautiful deep-water marina with a wide variety of boating, recreational activities, and extensive year-round family programming. (Click here to see all Bay Harbor, Michigan Homes for Sale)

 Emerald Award Recipient In The Great Lakes Region

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Boasting elevated views of Lake Charlevoix and Young State Park, stunning interior finishes, and the convenience of having all community aspects nearby, Sommerset Pointe Condos are optimal homes to enjoy northern Michigan living. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

Available in two layouts: 2,195 square-foot, 3-bed, 2-bath single-floor lower unit and a 3,700 square-foot, 2-story upper unit with 4-bed, 4-bath. Both include an attached 2-car garage and spacious walkout patio overlooking Lake Charlevoix. The interior features fantastic attention to detail and high-end finishes including granite countertops, hardwood floors, crown molding, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout. An impressive feature is the folding…

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LAKE MICHIGAN’S BEST WATERFRONT DESTINATION RESORT

Located on the beautiful Little Traverse Bay in Northern Michigan, the Inn at Bay Harbor is a celebration of tradition, elegance, and service. This Marriott Autograph Collection resort, designed to resemble Michigan’s grand, turn-of-the-century lakeside inns, has been recognized by GOLF Magazine as a Gold Award Premier Resort and Travel + Leisure magazine as one of The World’s Best Hotels. And it’s no wonder. With breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and world-class amenities and service, the Inn is a renowned destination, offering 1-, 2-and 3-bedroom suites. Guests enjoy access privileges to 45 holes of championship golf, a variety of delicious dining options, a luxurious, full-service spa, an outdoor…

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Condominiums are the property type of choice for many homebuyers who are opting for a low-maintenance lifestyle. With these properties, the upkeep of the shared amenities such as the pool, gym, and tennis courts is taken care of, along with the building’s exterior maintenance and the landscaping of the grounds. This means you’ll spend less time looking after your property, and more time enjoying it. (Click here to see The Landings condominiums for sale)

The Landings condos can be two or three bedrooms (some have a loft), overlooking Lake Charlevoix, and can be an upper or lower unit. Upper units have vaulted ceilings and command top dollar while lower-level units offer direct access to the beach.

Prices start around $250,000 and can go into the…

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Water, Woods, and Campsites

Boyne has a river running through it. The 22 mile Boyne River brings beauty and wildlife to Boyne Falls. Swans and ducks paddle along just as kayakers do and eagles soar overhead. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

The Boyne River connects flows into Lake Charlevoix which is the third-largest lake in Michigan. Spanning more than 17,000 acres, and reaching a depth of 122ft, the lake has multiple marinas, a complimentary shoppers dock, beaches, and watercraft rentals. In addition to Lake Charlevoix, the Boyne area is home to Walloon, Deer, Round, and Thumb lakes, all open for public pleasure. As a result, Boyne is often called "Where life meets the lake." (Click here to see all…

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Condominiums are the property type of choice for many homebuyers who are opting for a low-maintenance lifestyle. The Resort Cottage condos are all three-bedroom condos, overlook Lake Charlevoix, and many have a 45ft boat slip. There are nine units at The Resort Cottages. (Click here to see all The Resort Cottage condominiums for sale)

Units 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, and 9 all have the same floor plan as follows:

The garage and third bedroom along with its ensuite bathroom are located on the main level. The living room and its patio overlooking the water, kitchen, dining room are all on the upper level of the home. The master bedroom and its patio overlooking the water and ensuite bathroom is on the third level of the condo. Also, the second bedroom…

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Condominiums are the property type of choice for many homebuyers who are opting for a low-maintenance lifestyle. With these properties, the upkeep of the shared amenities such as the pool, gym, and tennis courts is taken care of, along with the building’s exterior maintenance and the landscaping of the grounds. This means you’ll spend less time looking after your property, and more time enjoying it. (Click here to see all Harborage Condominiums for Sale)

Harborage condos can be two, three, four, and even five bedrooms, overlook Lake Charlevoix, and can be an upper or lower unit. Upper units have vaulted ceilings and command top dollar while lower-level units offer direct access to the beach.  (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

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This charming Lake Michigan home had been listed with several realtors and was challenging for Brook Walsh, Northern Michigan Escapes founder and Broker. Brook worked with the owners to address mechanical deficiencies and make meaningful improvements to increase the Charlevoix, Michigan property's value. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

Also, the team at Northern Michigan Escapes, the areas only vacation home advisory services firm, rented out the property to address the high carrying costs. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

ABOUT 12895 PA-Be-SHAN IN LAKE MICHIGAN COMMUNITY

Lake Michigan ranch nestled in the woods with 100 feet of shoreline. The home offers 4 bedrooms,…

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It was a very challenging situation for Brook Walsh, Northern Michigan Escapes founder and Broker. His clients from Colorado's Vail Valley had been looking for a needle in the haystack Lake Charlevoix property for quite some time. (Click here to see all Lake Charlevoix Homes for Sale)

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 in Charlevoix, Michigan was listed with a different realtor in 2015 and 2016 however, the owner withdrew the listing as an acceptable offer was not submitted. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

ABOUT 7606 INDIAN TRAILS IN OYSTER BAY ON LAKE…

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SOLD: 7606 Indian Trails Charlevoix, MI 49720 - $2,270,000
MLS #445667 - Lake Charlevoix Estate in Charlevoix, Michigan Sells Before Listed

Brook Walsh Real Estate sold this Lake Charlevoix estate before it was listed for the full asking price. This gorgeous home has four bedrooms, a two-bedroom guest house, and 202ft of frontage. For help selling your Lake Charlevoix estate contact, Brook Walsh - brook@aboderealestate.com, www.brookwalsh.com, or (231) 459-3179 today! (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Lake Charlevoix vacation rentals)

It was a very challenging situation for Brook Walsh, the BrookWalsh.com founder. His clients from Colorado's Vail Valley had been looking for a needle in the haystack Lake Charlevoix…

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