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Berrien, Cass and Van Buren Counties Newest Waterfront Properties

82142 Waldron Drive, Lawton
$579,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26053362 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your year-round retreat on all-sports Bankson Lake. This home has been completely renovated from top to bottom, and it shows the moment you walk in. The main level and upstairs are like new, with new insulation, new drywall, new flooring throughout, and more, giving the whole house that just finished feel without losing its warmth. The kitchen is brand new, new cabinets, new appliances, all of it, and it opens right into the dining and living space, so you're never far from the water view. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated too, with new fixtures and finishes from floor to ceiling. Vaulted ceilings in the main living area let in tons of natural light and make the whole space feel bigger and brighter than the square footage suggests. Downstairs, the basement is set to get new flooring, giving you even more room to spread out, whether that's a rec room, extra storage, or just more living space to grow into. This waterfront residence on Bankson Lake offers 1,688 square feet of finished living space above grade, with even more square footage to add in the lower level, plus two full bathrooms and a two-car garage on a 7,100-square-foot lot. The lakefront location provides direct access to water recreation and scenic surroundings. The home's thoughtful layout and substantial square footage deliver comfortable, functional living quarters for current and future owners. Built to last, this single-family property represents a solid investment in Lawton real estate with the added appeal of waterfront ownership. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or a vacation getaway, this home fits the bill. Located about two hours from Chicago, it makes for a convenient escape any time you need one. Be sure to check out the attached property feature sheet.

82142 Waldron Drive, Lawton

51156 Maple Road, Marcellus
$430,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26053343 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 51156 Maple Road, offering year-round lake living on private Pine Lake in Marcellus! Situated on 73 feet of sandy, level lake frontage, this 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home combines beautiful water views with plenty of flexible living space. The interior has been freshly painted and professionally cleaned, so it's ready for you to move right in. Inside, the home offers multiple areas to spread out, including living rooms on both the main and upper levels, plus a four-seasons addition where you can enjoy the lake setting throughout the year. The main level also features the kitchen, a full bathroom, laundry, and a wood-burning fireplace. An additional bonus space on the main level, formerly the garage, is equipped with heat, air conditioning, and electric. This versatile area offers plenty of possibilities and could serve as a main-floor bedroom, playroom, art or hobby studio, home office, workout space, or clean and dry storage. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms, a second full bathroom with a jetted tub and separate shower, and another living area with access to a private deck overlooking the lake. Outside, enjoy beautiful sunset views from the deck, 73 feet of level frontage, a SunSetter awning, and a spacious storage shed wired for electric. An association-owned nature area across the lake adds to the peaceful, natural setting. Pine Lake is a private, approximately 48-acre, no-wake lake known for its clean, spring-fed water and opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Electric motors are permitted, creating a quieter lake experience without giving up the fun of being on the water. Whether you're searching for a year-round waterfront home or a lake retreat, 51156 Maple Road offers the frontage, flexibility, and setting to enjoy Pine Lake in every season.

51156 Maple Road, Marcellus

60070 Pemberton Road, Vandalia
$329,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26053146 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
RESORT • CAMPGROUND • HUNTING RETREAT • EVENT VENUE • FAMILY ESTATE Discover the possibilities with this unique 15-acre property featuring a private pond, 5 cabins, 12 established campsites, trails, a large pole barn/ garage, and a new pavilion with a metal roof with a cement floor. Whether you envision a resort, campground, hunting retreat, event venue, family compound, or income-producing property, this property offers an incredible foundation to bring your vision to life. Four cabins are cozy and efficiently designed, each features beds, a refrigerator, a microwave, a heater, and a private outdoor deck. The larger cabin, "LOVE," offers a full kitchen, full bathroom, bedroom, living and dining areas, and a private deck. The property also includes 12 campsites and trails providing opportunities for recreation, lodging, events, and outdoor activities. Improvements include 400-amp electrical service, commercial well, and fully equipped septic system. Development began in 2020. The property is currently used for Airbnb accommodations and event parking, offering established use with plenty of room for future growth. Located directly at a snowmobile trailhead and across the road from state land with excellent hunting, this property is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Just 25 minutes from the Indiana state line and approximately 2½ hours from Chicago, it combines recreational appeal with accessibility. THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS! Create a unique destination, event venue, private retreat, or income-producing property with this versatile and exceptional offering.

60070 Pemberton Road, Vandalia

VL Dutch Settlement Street, Dowagiac
$620,000
26053009 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located along VL Dutch Settlement Road near Dowagiac, Michigan, this exceptional 100+/- acre recreational property combines mature timber, rolling topography, extensive groomed trails, significant Dowagiac Creek frontage, paved road access, and a private setting close to modern conveniences. The diverse landscape creates an outstanding opportunity for a buyer looking for recreational land, hunting property, timberland, wildlife habitat, or a long-term rural investment in southwest Michigan. The property features beautiful rolling terrain with mature timber throughout. Maple, oak, cherry, and pine are among the primary tree species, creating a diverse forest environment with varying cover, structure, and character. The rolling topography creates a property that feels even bigger than it is and provides opportunities to move throughout the property while taking advantage of different terrain features. Miles of groomed trails dissect the acreage, providing an established network for access and enjoying every inch of its recreational potential. For the outdoor enthusiast, the combination of mature timber, diverse terrain, water frontage, and established trails is special! The property has been developed with infrastructure that makes it ready for its next chapter, giving the next owner a foundation from which to continue recreational use, wildlife management, timber stewardship, and other land improvements. The existing trail system can provide access throughout the acreage while also showcasing the variety of habitat and terrain found across this substantial tract. Dowagiac Creek and its mature oak-laden banks make this tract one of a kind, adding another important dimension to the recreational landscape. Water frontage can provide habitat diversity, scenic character, and additional opportunities for enjoying the outdoors including fishing and waterfowl hunting. The creek and surrounding habitat contribute to a property setting that is well suited to wildlife observation and recreational pursuits. The combination of timber and creek frontage creates natural diversity across the property and enhances its overall character. The property also offers excellent hunting potential. The combination of mature timber, diverse terrain, creek frontage, established trails, and adjacent sanctuary creates a setting that can support a variety of wildlife-management and hunting strategies. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, and waterfowl are among the wildlife species found on the property. The trails, topography, and plot openings provide the opportunity to hunt this great tract effectively. With a little TLC the diversity of this tract and hunt ability could make it a very consistent Cass county producer! The surrounding wetlands and sanctuary cover provides an additional component to the property's recreational appeal. Having substantial areas of secure cover adjacent to the property can be an important consideration for recreational landowners, particularly when evaluating a property for wildlife habitat and hunting management. The property's rolling terrain and mature forest also provide numerous options for evaluating stand locations, access routes, habitat improvements, and other management strategies. Access is another significant advantage. The property has paved road frontage along VL Dutch Settlement Road, providing direct access from an established public roadway. The location places this recreational tract within convenient reach of Dowagiac while still offering a secluded setting once inside the property. This balance between accessibility and privacy is increasingly desirable for buyers searching for recreational acreage that does not require a long drive from everyday amenities. The property's location near Dowagiac also places it within a region recognized for outdoor recreation. Cass County contains numerous lakes, streams, parks, and public recreation areas, providing additional opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Nearby public recreation resources complement the private recreational opportunities available on this 100± acre tract. The acreage may also offer potential for future building or other improvements, subject to local zoning, land-use regulations, site conditions, permits, access requirements, and other applicable restrictions. Buyers interested in constructing a residence, cabin, outbuilding, or other improvements should independently verify buildability and all applicable requirements with the appropriate local authorities. The property's existing infrastructure and road frontage provide an excellent starting point for evaluating potential future improvements and adding investment potential to the long list of attributes this Cass county acreage provides. From a timber perspective, the mature forest is an important component of the property. The presence of maple, oak, cherry, and pine provides species diversity and adds to the recreational and aesthetic qualities of the land. A professional timber inventory or forester consultation could provide additional information regarding species composition, merchantable timber volume, forest health, management opportunities, and potential timber value. The trail network is one of the property's defining characteristics. Miles of groomed trails provide connectivity across the rolling terrain and make it possible to explore a substantial portion of the acreage. Established trails can also provide practical access for property maintenance, recreational activities, habitat work, timber management, and hunting access. Their existing condition and configuration should be evaluated during an on-site inspection. At approximately 100± acres, the property provides enough land to create a meaningful recreational experience while remaining conveniently located near Dowagiac. It offers a rare combination of mature timber, rolling topography, water frontage, established trails, paved road access, wildlife habitat, and potential for future improvement. Whether the objective is hunting, fishing, wildlife management, timber stewardship, outdoor recreation, or simply owning a substantial tract of private land, this property deserves serious consideration. Properties combining this level of acreage with Dowagiac Creek frontage, mature hardwood and pine timber, groomed trail infrastructure, rolling terrain, and proximity to town are uncommon! The property offers an opportunity to establish a long-term recreational retreat in a convenient southwest Michigan location while retaining the flexibility to shape the property according to the owner's goals. This special property is just outside Dowagiac city limits and provides the rare combination of rural privacy and convenient access to local services. The result is a diverse recreational property with multiple potential uses and a strong foundation for continued land management and improvement. Don't take my word for it; let's go check it out!

VL Dutch Settlement Street, Dowagiac

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