Property Attributes
- MLS#1938988
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Price Change
- CountyLEELANAU
- CityNorthport
- AreaLeelanau
- NeighborhoodLeelanau
- Zip49670
- Style
- Year Built1960
- Price$ 985,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage550
- Lot Size0.48 Acres
Data Source:
Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS (NGLRMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to one of the most coveted stretches of shoreline on Cathead Bay — a property that blends natural beauty with unmatched exclusivity. Opportunities to own here are few, and this one is extraordinary. The beach is second to none: soft, velvety sand and a gently sloping lakebed that allows you to walk straight into the crystal waters without encountering rocks. This is the kind of shoreline that defines world-class lakefront living. Each evening, breathtaking sunsets unfold over the horizon, with North Fox, South Fox, and North Manitou Islands in silhouette — the kind of views people travel the world to experience, right from your own beach. This private drive is more than just an approach — it’s an arrival. Passing through acres of protected land held by the Leelanau Conservancy, you’ll sense the seclusion and permanence of this special place. A short walk brings you to Leelanau State Park, where forest and shoreline create an almost mystical connection to nature. Whether launching your watercraft into the bay or simply savoring the quiet of this hidden gem, this property offers the rarest luxury of all — complete peace of mind. Note: This is a seasonal cottage, designed for warm-weather enjoyment, and has not been winterized.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Listed $1,100,000 |
| 9/21/2026 | 11$985,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Wall Furnace,Fireplace(s),Propane |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Refrigerator,Oven/Range |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Wood Siding,Log Siding |
| Pets Allowed | false |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| View | Water,Bay View,Bay |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Township | Leelanau |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Waterfront Features | All Sports,Sandy Bottom,Bluff (greater than 10ft),Great Lake,Lake,Sandy Shoreline |
| Community Features | None |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Leelanau |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Cathead Bay |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Price Change |
| Directions | Cathead Bay Rd to home on right. |
| City | Northport |
| Body of Water | Lake Michigan |
| High School District | Northport Public School District |
| Zoning Description | Residential |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 20908.8 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Property Condition | Fixer |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://tour.giraffe360.com/28b7ba58bd564abdabd1d63da5e04a10/?lsf=1 |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Main |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Northport Public School District |
| Elementary School District | Northport Public School District |
| Tax Assessed Value | 446700 |
| Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/_XNFdMHXs-M |
| Ownership Type | Private Owner |
| Lease Amount Frequency | Annually |
| Legal Description | LOT 32 LIGHTHOUSE COVE SUBD SEC 12 T32N R11W 0.48 A M/L |
| Freehold | VOW,BBO,IDX |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Loft,Cable TV,High Speed Internet |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Level | Main |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 550 |
| Laundry Features | None |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Living Room Level | Main |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | None |
| Kitchen Area | 49.41 |
| Kitchen Length | 8.1 |
| Kitchen Width | 6.1 |
| Living Room Area | 364.45 |
| Living Room Length | 19.7 |
| Living Room Width | 18.5 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 82.619999999 |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 8.1 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 10.2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Dirt,Detached,Pole Construction |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Level,Metes and Bounds,Joins State/Federal Land |
| Water Source | Private |
| Lot Size Area | 0.48 |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Number of Buildings | 2 |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 x 275 x 75 x 285 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.48 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Frontage Length | 100 |
| Frontage Type | Waterfront |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Road Responsibility | Private Maintained Road,Road Maintenance Agreement |
| Horse Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested