Mollie Sheridan

$120,000

5.62 Acres

Crystal Falls, Michigan, 49920

Discover a rare opportunity on Little Maggie Lake in Michigan's Up North! This vacant 5.62-acre lakefront lot offers a private lakefront shore, perfect for a vacation home. Features a cleared driveway with turnaround with elevated terrain to create a buildable site for your dream retreat. Ideal for fishing, kayaking, and serene escapes with wildlife abundant. Embrace tranquility and create your lakeside legacy!Land This pristine 5.62-acre vacant lakeside lot on Little Maggie Lake, Iron County, MI, offers a rare chance to build your dream vacation home. Nestled in Michigan’s “Up North,” it features 250+/- ft of private shoreline, perfect for fishing, kayaking, or relaxing. The gently rolling, wooded parcel, surrounded by maple, oak, and pine, includes a 380ft cleared driveway with turnaround and a buildable site. Sandy loam soil supports easy development, with stunning lake views at 1,300 ft elevation. Wildlife abounds in this tranquil, low-density area near Ottawa and Nicolet National Forests, ideal for a serene retreat.Recreation Big Maggie Lake, part of the private Maggie Lakes Development in Iron County, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, offers excellent recreational fishing in a pristine, no-wake setting free of invasive species. As a small inland lake amid northern hardwood forests, it supports a variety of warmwater species typical of the region’s 314 lakes, including bass (largemouth and smallmouth), northern pike, walleye, yellow perch, bluegill, sunfish, black crappie, and bullhead. Anglers enjoy casting from shore, kayaks, or small boats for these feisty fighters, with the adjacent Brule River adding trout opportunities nearby. The Owners Association maintains the lake’s quality, ensuring abundant wildlife and serene conditions year-round. Access to Big Maggie is through nearby boat launch with keyed private access.Region & Climate The area around Little Maggie Lake in Iron, MI, enjoys a classic northern Michigan climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm, averaging 70-80°F, ideal for lake activities. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures often dipping to 10-20°F and 100+ inches of annual snowfall, perfect for skiing at nearby Brule Ski Area. Spring and fall bring mild days (40-60°F) and vibrant foliage, enhancing outdoor pursuits like hiking in the Ottawa and Nicolet National Forests. Expect crisp, clear days with occasional lake-effect snow in winter.History The Maggie Lakes area in Iron County, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, traces its roots to the late 1940s when Chicago investment banker Rudolph Vogel and his wife Marjorie (a Busch family descendant) acquired 1,800 acres of northern hardwood forest surrounding Big, Little, and West Maggie Lakes, bordered by the Brule River. Prompted by Vogel’s heart condition, they built a contemporary ranch-style home on the prime site for fishing and relaxation, accessible by train to Pentoga with a caretaker’s cottage overlooking Big Maggie Lake. Vogel operated a dairy farm on West Maggie until 1968, when Marjorie passed away and the estate entered probate. In 1969, John Sammond, inspired by local lore while fishing nearby, purchased the property and partnered to develop it as a private recreational community, selling off smaller lakes like Dam and Mud while retaining the core. By the 1990s, Sammond bought out partners and sold lakefront parcels to Secluded Land Company, enforcing minimum lot sizes and protective covenants for low-density, nature-preserving development. The Maggie Lakes Owners Association, formed to maintain the pristine northwoods setting, has since ensured its legacy as a serene haven for fishing, boating, and wildlife amid Ottawa and Nicolet National Forests.Location The property at 307 Maggie Lake Trail is a vacant lakeside lot within the private Maggie Lakes Development, a serene residential and recreational community in Iron County, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP). It’s nestled in northern hardwood forests surrounding Little Maggie Lake, bordered by the Brule River to the south, and positioned between Chicagon Lake and the village of Alpha, MI. This low-density, nature-preserved area emphasizes tranquility, with easy access to abundant wildlife, fishing, and outdoor pursuits amid the Ottawa and Nicolet National Forests.Nearest AirportsClosest: Ford Airport (IMT) in Iron Mountain, MI – Approximately 30 miles southwest (about 45 minutes by car), offering regional flights via United Express and Delta Connection to hubs like Chicago O’Hare (ORD).Regional Option: Sawyer International Airport (MQT) in Marquette, MI – About 80 miles northeast (1.5 hours drive), with daily flights to Detroit (DTW) and Chicago (ORD) via American and Delta.Larger Hub: Green Bay Austin Straubel International (GRB) in Green Bay, WI – Roughly 131 miles south (2.5 hours drive), serving major carriers like Delta, American, and United.Nearest TownsAlpha, MI (village): Just 5-7 miles southwest – A small, historic community with basic services like the Alpha Michigan Brewing Company and Porter School Farmers’ Market.Crystal Falls, MI (larger town): 15-20 miles southwest (20-30 minutes) – Offers groceries, dining, hardware stores, and medical facilities.Iron River, MI: 25 miles west – Provides more amenities including banks, pharmacies, and retail.Closest AmenitiesWithin 5-10 miles in Alpha and nearby: George Young Golf Course for a round of 18 holes, Brule Ski Area for winter downhill skiing and snowboarding, and the Brule River for kayaking or fly-fishing. The development itself supports private lake access for boating and hiking. In Crystal Falls (15 miles): Full grocery stores (e.g., Family Fare), restaurants, gas stations, and a hospital. Broader options like ATV trails and camping in the Ottawa National Forest are minutes away, with no-wake lake rules preserving the peaceful northwoods vibe.

$1,100,000

389.6 Acres

Republic, Michigan, 49879

Discover a rare 389+/- acre private estate in Republic, MI, centered around pristine Buto Lake. This serene, spring-fed lake offers exclusive frontage, perfect for fishing or kayaking. Surrounded by mixed hardwood forests, rolling terrain, and wildlife, it’s ideal for a family retreat or conservation. Accessible near Marquette, with no structures, it’s a blank canvas for your vision. This is Upper Michigan’s wilderness at its finest.Land Nestled in Republic, Michigan, this 390+/- acre property is a true Upper Peninsula gem—untouched wilderness with rolling terrain covered in mixed hardwoods and pines. At its heart is 24-acre Buto Lake, a crystal-clear, spring-fed lake , with the entire shoreline belonging to you.Large section of the lake is surrounded by expansive wetlands and a cranberry bog. The lake draws in ducks, deer, and all kinds of wildlife, creating a rich, vibrant habitat. Bruce Creek meanders through the land, joined by two ponds that add even more water and cover.Recreation This property offers exceptional hunting and fishing opportunities within its diverse, forested landscape and 24-acre Buto Lake. The mixed hardwood and softwood forests, including maple, birch, oak, pine, and spruce, provide prime habitat for white-tailed deer, black bear, ruffed grouse, and small game like rabbit and squirrel, ideal for hunting enthusiasts. Moose have been sighted on the property. Rolling terrain and trails allow for strategic stand placement or stalking, with the property’s seclusion ensuring minimal disturbance. Enrolled in conservation programs, it supports sustainable wildlife management.Buto Lake, a spring-fed, mesotrophic lake with a maximum depth of 22.3 feet, supports a healthy fishery per the 2017 National Lakes Assessment, with good water quality (low phosphorus, nitrogen, and chlorophyll-a). Likely species include panfish (bluegill, perch), largemouth bass, and possibly northern pike, perfect for shore or small-boat fishing. Bruce Creek and two ponds add opportunities for angling or waterfowl hunting, with wetlands attracting ducks.Agriculture Buto Lake 390 offers a diverse timber stand of mature northern hardwoods and softwoods, including maple, birch, oak, pine, and spruce, creating a vibrant forest ecosystem. The mixed woodland, interspersed with rolling terrain, supports abundant wildlife and offers potential for sustainable forestry or recreational trails. Enrolled in conservation programs, the property ensures long-term ecological preservation while allowing responsible land use.Region & Climate Republic, MI, experiences a classic Upper Peninsula climate with cold, snowy winters and mild, pleasant summers. Winter temperatures often dip below 0°F, with average snowfall exceeding 100 inches, ideal for snowmobiling and skiing. Summers average 60-75°F, perfect for lake activities on Buto Lake. Spring and fall bring vibrant foliage and crisp air, with occasional rain. The region’s four distinct seasons enhance year-round outdoor recreation on this pristine property.Location The Buto Lake property is situated in the rural heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, within Marquette County near the unincorporated community of Republic (ZIP 49879). Nestled in Republic Township, it lies approximately 28 miles southwest of Marquette, the county seat and largest nearby city (population ~20,000), accessible via a scenic 45-minute drive along M-95 north to US-41/M-28. The coordinates center around 46.4454° N, 87.99653° W, in a forested, low-density area ideal for seclusion.Nearest AirportsMarquette Sawyer Regional Airport (MQT): The closest commercial airport, 42 miles northeast (~50-minute drive via M-95). It offers daily flights to Detroit (DTW) and Chicago (ORD) via American Airlines and Delta.Ford Airport (IMT): 49 miles south in Iron Mountain (~1-hour drive), with regional service to Chicago and Detroit.Nearby TownsRepublic: The immediate local hub, just minutes away, with basic services like a post office, small grocery (Republic Market), gas stations, and the Republic-Michigamme School District.Champion: 7 miles north (~10-minute drive), a quiet village with additional rural amenities.Ishpeming: 20 miles northeast (~25-minute drive), offering more shops and community resources.Marquette: 28 miles northeast (~45-minute drive), the regional center with hospitals, universities (Northern Michigan University), and cultural sites.Closest AmenitiesIn Republic: Essentials like fuel at BP stations, casual dining (e.g., local taverns), and outdoor outfitters. Marquette expands options with full supermarkets (e.g., Family Fare), hospitals (UP Health System), restaurants, hardware stores (Ace Hardware). Iron Mountain (46 miles south) contains similar amenities. The area’s proximity to state forests ensures easy access to hiking, fishing, and boating gear rentals.