Michigan Waterfront Homes for Sale in Marquette County Michigan United States

MICHIGAN 114+/- ACRE HUNTING/RECREATIONAL PARCEL FOR SALE! This wooded property is located just south of the unincorporated community of Watton, in Covington Township, in the southwestern part of Baraga County – In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. - The area was first settled by French-Canadian loggers around 1885. Finnish settlers started arriving in 1898, and farming became prevalent, but logging continued to be an important occupation. Crop and dairy farming, and logging are still done in the area today. - Watton was a village founded by Finnish Settler, August Kotila in 1903, and was a stop on the Duluth, South Shore and Atlantic Railroad. - There are about 375 people living here, and there is a strong sense of community spirit enjoyed by all. Watton, and the nearby Villages of Covington and Nestoria join together throughout the year to host a number of community activities. - Numerous cultural and entertainment events are held at the Covington Multi-Purpose Building. One of these is the popular annual July Day-Long Finnish Music Festival which features musicians playing Finnish inspired music, ethnic foods and tours. In addition to Summer activities, this Pavilion also has a skating/hockey rink in winter, and has a ski hill with a rope tow enjoyed by many for skiing, sledding and snowboarding. - Many outdoor activities can be enjoyed here year-round at the lakes and in the parks and forests that are nearby. - Just a few miles away from the property offered for sale is Vermilac Lake, a 622-Acre lake, which offers clean water, a diverse fishery and peacefulness that will remind you of Canada. Anglers turn to this lake for its feisty Norther pike, as well as Black crappie, Bluegill, Brown bullhead, Golden shiner, Largemouth bass, Pumpkin seeds, Sunfish, and Yellow perch. Walleye have been planted by the MDNR for many years, and master Angler Entries have been pulled from these waters. - Adjacent to the western border of the property is direct walk-in access to thousands of acres of Ottawa Forest Lands, for hunting, fishing, and trapping in Season. This area is known for super hunting for Whitetail deer, Black bear, Bobcat, Coyote, Raccoon, Red fox, Red squirrel, Ruffed grouse, and Varying hare. Large bucks have been taken on the property! - A few miles to the north-east is access to a section of the “North Country National Scenic Trail” and a few miles further is access to the Big Lake State Forest Campground, and a main North-South Multi-Use State Trail (No. 5) for motorized and non-motorized fun year-round – Biking, Hiking, Horseback riding, off-Road, Cross-County Skiing, and Snowmobiling! - The Black Creek, a tributary of the Sturgeon River runs northerly through the north-eastern part of the property. - The Sturgeon is a Wild and Scenic River that rushes over 20 foot volcanic outcroppings of Sturgeon Falls, and then through a gorge that... See Associated Documents for Additional Information

MICHIGAN VACANT RECREATIONAL LAND, AND OLD HOMESTEAD FOR SALE! - This SALE WILL INCLUDE a 37+/- acre parcel which is located in Duncan Township, in South-Eastern Houghton County, on the outskirts of the un-incorporated Village of Sidnaw. - The parcel is adjacent to part of the 988,000 acre Ottawa National Forest, where wildlife is abundant. Black bear, Moose, Whitetail deer, Timber wolves, Bald eagles, Coyotes, Foxes, Beaver and Loons are at home here. - Sidnaw Creek, a Type 1 Trout River, and tributary of the Sturgeon River, and the Erickson Creek runs through the property. - The Bergland to Sidnaw Multi-Use Rail Trail runs next to the parcel for ATVs, Horseback riding, and Snowmobiling. - THE SALE ALSO INCLUDES A larger Four-Bedroom Home located in the Village of Sidnaw, which needs considerable work. It has been used infrequently for seasonal Family get-a-ways, and is being sold “As Is”, “Where Is”. It could be rehabbed to make a shared home for a group of hunters or anglers. - The community's name is derived from an American Indian word meaning "small hill by a creek". Sidnaw was founded by lumber companies harvesting white pine in the area. The Village was platted in 1889, and shows up on early maps as a station on the Duluth, South Shore and Atlantic Railway. In 1920, Henry Ford built a lumber camp there, which became the epicenter of Henry Ford's logging empire. - Today the area is known for its recreational opportunities - You can travel in almost any direction and find access to recreational activities. The Sturgeon River, Gorge, and Falls are nearby, and offer prime trout fishing. A section of the North County National Scenic Trail for hiking and backpacking, and the Deer Marsh Interpretive Hiking Trail are minutes away. Other trails for hiking are the Sturgeon Falls, Bears Den, and Pine Bluff Trails. Over 25,000 Snowmobilers travel in the area along the Sidnaw Rail Trail. The nearby Grooms-Prickett Airport has the Labor Day Fly-Ins of rebuilt WWII planes. - Owned by one Family for many, many, years – It’s time to pass this legacy property on to New Owners. Contact Us For Information Today!

MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA LAKE, LOG CABIN, with 620 Acres FOR SALE! This recreational property offers great seclusion, recreation, and timber value. The off-grid log cabin overlooks small Herbs Lake and contained wholly within this property. The cabin features high quality full-log construction with 2 bedrooms on the main floor; 1 bedroom in the loft; One full bathroom on the main floor. An open concept kitchen/dining/living area includes a built-in counter for additional seating in addition to 2 dining tables, while still allowing comfortable space in the living area. A water heater, 2 water pressure tanks, a small electric freezer, washer & dryer, and 2 extra gas refrigerators are in the unfinished full basement with high (11.5 block) ceilings. All appliances and most furniture and furnishings are included with the cabin. Electricity for the cabin and garage is provided by a solar system. Energy created by solar panels is stored in batteries that power the electric system via an inverter. A backup generator is ready if energy in the batteries is depleted. Batteries, generator, and electrical panels are in the spacious 2-car garage. Garage also has room for vehicles, or toys you can use to explore your property and many miles of woods-roads and trails in the area. This property is entered in 2 tax abatement programs, reducing property taxes and preventing the typical "pop-up" experienced when these properties are sold. Ask For Additional Remarks That Are Found In Associated Documents. Of the 620 acres, 260 Acres are enrolled in the Qualified Forest Program (not required to allow anyone access to these properties); 360 Acres are enrolled in the Commercial Forest Program (public is allowed to access this acreage, however it is not easily accessible). In addition to your own 620 acres, the property is bounded by thousands of acres of either State of Michigan land and/or properties open to the public through the Commercial Forest Act. (CFR properties may or may not be accessible by motorized vehicle.) This area has a wilderness character yet is quite accessible. ATV and snowmobile trails are accessible nearby and would not require trailering of machines. Wildlife abounds on this property. Deer, black bear, ruffed grouse, woodcock, snowshoe hare, moose, wolves, trumpeter swans, and a vast variety of songbirds occupy the landscape. Nearby Cable Lake offers excellent walleye and northern pike fishing and has a public access launch site. This property is a must see for anyone wanting wild, beautiful property for outdoor recreation such as hunting, fishing, bird watching, snowmobiling, ATV use, hiking, snowshoeing, off road bicycles, or just relaxing in a secluded log cabin overlooking your own lake.