The property offers outdoor enthusiasts and or future residents with this premier opportunity in southeastern Grand Traverse County.
Discover a sanctuary among whispering pines just 25 minutes from the bustle of Traverse City. This exceptional 10+ acre offering presents the perfect canvas for a premier sportsman’s lodge or a secluded luxury residence in the highly sought-after Fife Lake Road corridor in Southeast Grand Traverse County.
The Land:
The site features well-established Red Pine stands bordered by protected woodlands and pasture lands, ensuring enduring privacy. A picturesque ~1.7-acre natural pond is located in the eastern portion of the property which provides a haven for wildlife. Ideally suited for development, the lithology of the rectangular parcel consists of limited topsoil supporting native grasses underlain by very well drained unconsolidated fine to medium grained sand...
The site features well-established Red Pine stands bordered by protected woodlands and pasture lands, ensuring enduring privacy. A picturesque ~1.7-acre natural pond is located in the eastern portion of the property which provides a haven for wildlife. Ideally suited for development, the lithology of the rectangular parcel consists of limited topsoil supporting native grasses underlain by very well drained unconsolidated fine to medium grained sand with little silt. This lithology is favorable in relation to the cost of earthwork and infrastructure design and installation during any future site development activities.
The privacy and tranquility offered by the site is highlighted by the property being only minutes from the quaint village of Fife Lake a sustained friendly community that today offers dining, banking, lodging, a hardware, access to a modern public library, grocery, convenience stores, fuel station, post office and a marina.
Waterways Access: Minutes to the glacier-formed Fife Lake for premier angling and boating. Premier sports destinations, including East and West Grand Traverse Bays, Torch Lake, Lake Cadillac, and Lake Manistee are all within a scenic 30-minute drive. Excellent fly fishing on the Boardman River is only 15min. northwest of the site with notable other waterways within 30min. drive time.
Entertainment & Dining: Conveniently located 18 miles from Turtle Creek Casino & Resort, with easy access to Traverse City, Kingsley, Cadillac, and Kalkaska.
Downhill Skiing: Centrally located to the region's top resorts: The Highlands, Boyne Mountain, Crystal Mountain, and Caberfae Peaks are all within a 1.5-hour drive.
Trail Systems & Exploration
On-Site Trails: Break trail on your own land hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing with unfettered access to the adjoining property with greater excursions through the notable logging tails and seasonal roads, ideal for privacy and exploration.
State Trail Access: The property is less than 1.25 miles east of the GranKal Trail junction. This well-marked system offers a myriad of interconnected, year-round routes for snowmobiling, ATVs, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing, across Northern Michigan. .
the site, local and surrounding areas diverse geographic features represent for many a four-season recreational paradise.
Investment Potential & Transaction Terms
Surrounded by dedicated large-tract reforestation and land conservancy ventures, this asset promises enduring exclusivity and scarcity. With readily accessible electric utilities and natural gas located nearby, this property blends off-grid privacy with modern development potential.
Transaction Requirements
Down Payment: A non-refundable 25% down payment is required to secure the buyer's position.
Buyer Costs: The Purchaser is responsible for obtaining and covering the costs of land survey and County Register of Deeds fees associated with the transfer. If desired, title insurance services can be coordinated the seller.
Financing: Seller financing is available for qualified buyers.
Motivated buyers secure their position for ownership through issuance of the required down payment by February 1st, 2026 or earlier.
Closing Deadline: Title transfer and purchase balance payment scheduling is at the convenience of the purchaser pending completion of the required site survey but within 60 days of down payment date. Coordination of a closing date on or before April 1st, 2026, negates down payment though such would serve to secure buyers position.
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Research Parcel InformationThe site is located approximately 0.5 mile west of US-131 (via Marsh Road) and approximately 1.0 mile north of the village of Fife Lake. Fife Lake Road is clearly identifiable as a main intersection with US131 with a flashing amber traffic light at the intersection with traffic stops only for Fife Lake Road. At Fife Lake Road, turn North from US131, which is toward the Self Storage business visible at the intersection north of US131 accessible from Fife Lake Road. Proceed north along Fife Lake Road for ~1 mile to the intersection with Marsh Road, where you will turn east (right off Fife lake road) onto Marsh Road, a gravel roadway and proceed east along Marsh Road ~1/4 mile. The property is located on the north side of Marsh Road identifiable by property listing signage situated along the shoulder of Marsh Road.
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