About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 968 S Manitou Trail in Lake Leelanau, MI is listed for $3,500,000 ($877 per sqft). Built in 1941, the home offers 3,989 sqft of living space on a 0.91 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1941
  • 0.91 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
2-car garage
1941

Amenities

FireplaceWaterfront
Listing Description

Legacy lakefront with 150 feet of private waterfront on beautiful Good Harbor Bay, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of waterfront living and a prime Leelanau County location. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The kitchen features custom cabinets, granite countertops and ample space for gathering with family and friends. Three fireplaces provide comfort and ambiance throughout the home, while expansive windows frame picturesque views of Good Harbor Bay. The spacious primary suite includes a private balcony overlooking the water, providing a peaceful retreat to start and end each day.

The home features a large office with it's own private entrance from north side of the house, this room could also be ideal for a theater room. The walkout basement opens directly to the patio, offering easy access and convenient storage for beach equipment and outdoor furniture.

Nestled between Pyramid Point in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the pristine waters surrounding Whaleback and the Manitou Islands, and the historic Crib, this exceptional setting offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Northern Michigan.

Watch freighters navigate the Manitou Passage, fishing tugs make their daily runs, and bald eagles soar overhead. Every season brings its own beauty, from dramatic winter ice formations to unforgettable sunsets that paint a different masterpiece each evening.

Nearly 1,900 square feet of decking provides the perfect space for entertaining or simply relaxing while taking in the panoramic views, all surrounded by mature, beautifully landscaped grounds. Situated just 4.5 miles south of Leland and 14 miles north of Glen Arbor. The original cottage was built in 1941 and the addition was build in 1996 along with the cottage being remodeled. The home is effecient for heating and electric, previous year utility costs available.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$18,719/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$2,531
Interest$15,167
Insurance$1,021

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

968 S Manitou Trail

Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SkylightsCathedral CeilingsBuilt-In BookcaseFoyer EntranceBreakfast NookGranite Kitchen TopsIsland KitchenFormal Dining RoomGreat Room

Exterior Features

BalconyDeckPatioLandscaped

Property Details

Construction

Frame

Outdoor Features

DeckPatio

Appliances

RefrigeratorOven/RangeWater Softener OwnedWasherDryerWall OvenBlindsCurtain RodsElectric Water Heater

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 968 S Manitou Trail is listed at $3,500,000 ($877/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $18,719 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1941, 0.91 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace, Waterfront. Interior Features: Skylights, Cathedral Ceilings, Built-In Bookcase. Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio.

This property is listed by Tim Schaub.

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Tim Schaub

Agent at Schaub Team Premier Realty

Listed by Schaub Team Premier Realty · Broker phone: 2316745950 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 1947207· Source: Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS· 129 days on PropertySimple

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968 S Manitou Trail, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

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