Description

Empire - MLS# 1945355
If you dream of a nice home where you can have a few horses and some chickens, do some serious gardening in a private wooded setting; yet be close to everything you need, this might just be your new home. 2 x 6 construction in 1998 with impeccable maintenance and care since, makes this a home you can move right into. Drop your cares in the mudroom and pick a spot in the great room where you’ll gather with family and friends for years to come. The floors are beautiful ash hardwood. The custom cabinets are ¾ birch and the new in 2012 counter tops are very sleek. The upper level consists of the master with private bath and walk in closet and another sizable bedroom and hallway bathroom. The downstairs bedroom (nonconforming 3rd BR) which is easily a den or office has qtr round pine walls for an up north flair. Heat from a wood stove will keep you warm and energy costs way down. The energy efficient propane furnace was replaced in 2025, and includes a humidifier for the winter months. The hot water heater was replaced in 2018. A brand new central air conditioning unit was installed in 2022. The 1500 Sq. Ft. three stall barn offers tons of storage for hay and equipment. Everything you need is ready to go as soon as you and the animals arrive. The property is adjacent to the Shore To Shore Horseback riding trail that takes you from Empire, across the State of Michigan to Alpena. The Garey Lake Horse Campground is a 20 min ride away. This farm is surrounded by thousands of acres of State Forest, that boasts some of the best hunting in northern Michigan. Located only 6 miles from Lake Michigan, Glen Arbor, Empire, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, this home would be a perfect summer getaway, or your full-time residence. With 4.83 acres of property you have room to expand, or preserve the privacy as you wish. The back 2.5 acres has a separate easement and could easily become income property with a small second living space accessible from Plowman Road.