Metes And Bounds Homes with Water View

Metes And Bounds Homes with Water View

Welcome to Metes And Bounds, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Michigan, where serene living meets breathtaking natural beauty. This charming subdivision offers an idyllic lifestyle for those seeking tranquility and connection with nature. With homes boasting stunning water views, residents can enjoy the soothing sounds of lapping waves and the picturesque scenery that comes with lakeside living.

Metes And Bounds is more than just a place to live; it’s a community where neighbors become friends and memories are made. The area is characterized by its spacious lots, allowing for ample outdoor space to enjoy family gatherings, gardening, or simply soaking in the sun. Each home is uniquely designed, showcasing a blend of modern amenities and classic charm, ensuring that you will find the perfect sanctuary to call your own.

Imagine waking up to the gentle glimmer of the water reflecting the morning sun, or unwinding in the evening with a glass of wine on your porch, watching the sunset paint the sky in hues of orange and pink. The water views are not just a backdrop; they are an integral part of the Metes And Bounds experience, enhancing your daily life and providing a sense of peace and relaxation.

In addition to the stunning landscapes, the subdivision is conveniently located near local amenities, parks, and recreational opportunities, making it easy to enjoy the best that Michigan has to offer. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or someone who appreciates the finer things in life, Metes And Bounds is the perfect place to create lasting memories in a picturesque setting. Come discover your dream home today!

Newest Metes And Bounds Homes with Water View

$475,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 80073468 MLS
With over 1,700 feet of frontage along the northern shore of Wilson Lake and eastern shore of Intermediate River, this exceptional 22+ acre property offers paved county road access and endless possibilities for your Up North retreat, hunting getaway, waterfront escape, or future development. The property’s acreage and frontage provide the opportunity to create multiple parcels, or keep the land intact and choose from several elevated home sites with stunning views down the length of Wilson Lake or overlooking the river. A firm, ORV-drivable trail provides access from the uplands to the waterfront. A three-bedroom, one-bath home currently sits on the property, complete with a covered deck overlooking the lake. Renovate it into your northern retreat or use it as a charming guest house while you build your dream home. A two-car garage provides convenient storage for your equipment and recreational gear. The varied landscape includes uplands, lowlands, and firm shoreline, offering plenty of options for creating a private waterfront space for boating, fishing, swimming, or simply enjoying the scenery. Approximately eight acres of lowland provide natural habitat that is sure to attract wildlife, making this an appealing hunting property as well. With this much acreage and waterfront, opportunities like this are rarely available. Spend the day enjoying all-sports activities from Wilson Lake to Intermediate Lake, or paddle the lakes and rivers throughout the Upper Chain-of-Lakes. Whether you envision a private retreat, family compound, hunting haven, or development opportunity, this property invites you to use your imagination and create something truly special Up North.

7417 Rushton Road, Ellsworth
$1,100,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 80073431 MLS
- - STARVATION LAKE — A RARE FOUR-SEASON NORTHERN MICHIGAN WATERFRONT ESTATE. 4 SEASONS OF FUN! Nearly 3 private acres, 128' of sandy bottom frontage and 3,807 finished square feet create something difficult to find on an inland lake: room to breathe, room to gather and room for everything that comes with Up North living. Extensively updated and offered turn-key furnished, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home features expansive living spaces, a finished walkout level, two fireplaces, whole-house generator and extraordinary outdoor living with more than 1,700 square feet of decking. A lakeside sauna, beautiful grounds and four-car heated garage complete the package. Starvation Lake is a peaceful, crystal clear all sports lake surrounded by the recreational heart of Northern Michigan, with thousands of acres of state land and ORV/snowmobile trails nearby. Boat, swim and fish all summer; enjoy spectacular color in fall; ride and explore in winter. This isn't simply a summer cottage. It's a private Northern Michigan basecamp designed to be enjoyed twelve months a year beautifully finished, furnished and ready for its next owner.

8768 Sunset Trail, Ne, Mancelona
$1,325,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 80073411 MLS
This Old Mission Peninsula home already knows how to live the life you've been dreaming of. Lovingly built and owned by a single family for over four decades, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch has already experienced a lifetime of summer beach days, dinners overlooking the water and sunsets around the fire - and it's ready for a new legacy. A short staircase leads to 139' of private, sandy West Bay frontage that is sheltered from traffic and passers-by. Inside, shared living areas all frame those same water views, and the floor plan creatively keeps living areas distinct yet connected. Summer entertaining flows seamlessly, and as the seasons turn, the gas fireplace sets the tone for a cozy and quiet evenings. Simple, single-story living is a breeze in this home, and with farm stands, Peninsula Market, and all of OMP's favorite restaurants closer than the 7-mile trip into downtown, you won't have to leave the Peninsula for days at a time!

11400 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City
$985,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 80073362 MLS
Nestled on a scenic M-22 hilltop with panoramic countryside, orchard and Lake Michigan views (including N Manitou Island) this unique property offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and comfortable living. The 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home on over 14 acres features a warm, inviting interior with high ceilings, abundant natural light from large picture windows and skylights, and a striking floor-to-ceiling stone surround wood stove that serves as the heart of the living areas. Enjoy open-concept living spaces that flow effortlessly. Includes a bright living room with multiple seating areas and expansive views of the surrounding fields, woods and lake - with lovely sunset water views. A formal dining area with French doors opens to the outdoors. A well-appointed kitchen compliments the dining area with ample soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless appliances and a large storage pantry. Three large main floor bedrooms, featuring a primary suite with walk in closet and en-suite bath. The finished walkout lower level expands the living space with a large recreation area, a dedicated office/den, an additional bedroom and a utility room/laundry room/storage. Outside, the property shines with rolling green lawns, mature trees, landscaped gardens, and a productive leased apple orchard (income producing). Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat, hobby farm potential, or a home with room to grow, this special property delivers rare privacy and sweeping views in a sought-after location. Bonus - this property backs up to 80 acres of Leelanau Conservancy land that is farmed for cherries but may never be built on.

6420 N Manitou Trail, Northport
$1,599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 80073318 MLS
Some properties simply offer a beautiful home, others offer a way of life. Set on 1.67 acres of private, beautifully positioned land, this exceptional Traverse City property offers an uncommon blend of expansive water views, generous living spaces, extraordinary storage, and a sense of privacy rarely found so close to downtown Traverse City. From nearly every room, windows frame views toward Power Island and the surrounding waters, bringing Northern Michigan’s natural beauty into the home. Just one mile from the water and approximately two miles from downtown Traverse City, the setting feels wonderfully secluded while remaining remarkably convenient. Designed with an emphasis on both elegance and livability, the main level provides true one-level living, with a spacious primary en-suite and a dedicated home office. The vaulted living room creates an inviting sense of volume and light, anchored by a fireplace and surrounded by views. At the heart of the home, the expansive kitchen is equally suited to intimate mornings and memorable gatherings, featuring double islands, abundant cabinetry, and generous workspace. The adjoining dining room is wrapped in windows, creating an extraordinary setting for everything from casual dinners to holiday entertaining—with the landscape serving as the backdrop. The walkout lower level extends the living experience with full daylight windows and abundant natural light, offering two additional bedrooms, a study, and a spacious living room with its own fireplace. A private sauna adds another layer of comfort, creating the perfect place to unwind after a day on the water, trails, or slopes. The property’s garage and storage accommodations are exceptional. An oversized attached 43' x 24' three-car garage is complemented by a separate 30' x 26' detached garage with oversized doors, providing substantial room for vehicles, boats, recreational equipment, and workshop space. Enjoy the best of both worlds-secluded serenity just mins from town

13857 S Windcrest, Traverse City
$995,000
80073234 MLS
This is a prime opportunity to own 4.22 acres on the Old Mission Peninsula with 123 feet of private frontage and sweeping views of East Grand Traverse Bay. Two contiguous parcels comprise this listing, the larger of which is accessible from Center Road and the smaller of which is accessible from Bluff Road. A high ridge runs through the center of the parcels, which offers space for multiple home sites and panoramic water views. The parcel that is accessible from Bluff Road has a potential build site on Bluff Road, with private East Bay frontage across the street.

00000 Bluff Road, Traverse City
$1,599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 80073169 MLS
Legacy property on the crystal waters of all-sports Long Lake! This is the kind of cherished property that is passed down the generations. Featuring 113' of A+ frontage on ultra-desirable Long Lake, this half-acre+ property offers a rippled, hard-sand bottom and a sugar-sand beach, along with one of the few remaining boat houses on the lake. The home itself offers classic cottage style but with the ability to be enjoyed year-round. Highlights include wide windows overlooking the lake (with a southeastern exposure for glorious sunrise views), a main level laundry, and a wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy meals on top of the boat house for a slightly raised view of the water. The oversized 2-car garage is ideal for storage. The pontoon boat and boat lift are negotiable, while the private dock is included in the sale. It's hard to find a waterfront setting quite as perfect as this - sand beach, sand bottom, crystal-clear waters - your opportunity to start your family legacy awaits!

2624 Crescent Shores Drive, Traverse City
$2,999,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 80073126 MLS
171’ of FRONTAGE | 2.65 ACRES | BUILT 2025 | TURNKEY WITH 2025 SYLVAN TRITOON, SHORESTATION, DOCK & DESIGNER FURNISHINGS A rare opportunity to step directly into the Torch Lake lifestyle. Set well back from US-31 on 2.65 wooded acres, this Scandinavian-inspired home offers 171 feet of private Torch Lake frontage, exceptional privacy and your own boardwalk winding through the woods to that unmistakable turquoise water. Built in 2025, the home is warm, restrained and timeless. Natural wood ceilings soar above polished concrete floors, while walls of glass pull the forest into the living space and oversized doors erase the boundary between indoors and the covered lakeside patio. In-floor heat throughout, natural gas and freestanding fireplaces provide year-round comfort. The kitchen follows the same philosophy: beautiful without trying too hard. Natural wood cabinetry, expansive quartz surfaces, an oversized island, quality appliances and understated brass details create a space designed as much for gathering as cooking. High-quality furnishings professionally selected by Ella's of TC to complement the architecture remain with the home.Outside, the property has deliberately been kept wonderfully private. Keep the wooded setting exactly as it is, or selectively open the view and reveal more of Torch Lake. Periodic natural mosquito-control fogging, typically just a couple of treatments each year, keeps the wooded outdoor spaces remarkably pleasant while being mindful of beneficial insects and surrounding wildlife. The Boat, a 250 HP 2025 24-foot Sylvan L3 RLZ Tritoon, ShoreStation, dock and waterfront equipment are included. There is nothing here to assemble one piece at a time. The house, furnishings, boat and waterfront setup are ready. Bring your clothes. Bring the people you love. This home wasn't created as someone's version of a "lake house." It was created as home—private, peaceful, beautifully uncomplicated. Now it is time for someone to make it their home.

2370 Us-31 N Unit Lot: 1&2, Kewadin
$1,350,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 80073076 MLS
Gather Big! Live Easy! Sunsets daily are yours! Come see how far your money goes on Manistee Lake, 860 acre all sports lake. Tucked away on a sprawling, multi-parcel footprint,private sandy bottom frontage, this custom-built 2010 masterpiece delivers unparalleled scale, craftsmanship, and privacy. The kitchen island has its own zip code it is so expansive! Boasting 5 sprawling bedrooms, 3 upscale bathrooms, and a massive 4-car garage setup. Inside, the home unfolds with soaring cathedral ceilings and massive walls of glass that frame panoramic water views. The open-concept gourmet kitchen flows seamlessly into majestic living spaces, complete with premium finishes designed to handle large gatherings effortlessly. Step outside onto the expansive lakeside deck to catch unmatched sunset views over all-sports Manistee Lake—renowned for exceptional boating, jet skiing, and pristine fishing. Easy access up i75 or from Grand Rapids on 131. Located a short, scenic drive from Traverse City, golf courses, and premier ski trails, you get the absolute best of private luxury, vast acreage, and pure Up North recreation. Your private lakeside compound awaits.

4805 E Shore Drive Unit Lot: 24 &11, Kalkaska
$6,995,000
7 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 80072594 MLS
TORCH LAKE! A RARE opportunity to own a quintessential northern Michigan estate-sized parcel, 350’ stretch of private water frontage with over 6 acres, offers an exceptional combination of privacy as well as spectacular sunset views—an increasingly find on one of the most beautiful lakes in the WORLD! The main home features a stone fireplace, knotty pine, vintage charm throughout with the addition of two waterfront cottage providing wonderful flexibility for hosting friends or creating that magical family compound! Memories are what this property is made of – make it YOURS!

7356 SE Torch Lake Drive, Alden
$3,950,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 80072068 MLS
Welcome to a one-of-a-kind Elk Lake waterfront retreat offering 120 feet of pristine frontage and effortless access to Northern Michigan's renowned Chain of Lakes. This beautifully crafted split-log home features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 2,757 sq. ft. of timeless design. Thoughtfully designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, multiple rooms open to expansive lakeside decking and a stunning stone patio, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or taking in spectacular sunset views. The main-floor primary suite offers private deck access, cedar-lined closets, and a spa-inspired bath with heated tile floors, a jetted tub, and walk-in tile shower. A dramatic great room showcases cathedral ceilings, a stone fireplace crafted from Omena stone, and a wall of windows framing the sparkling lake. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless appliances, wood floors, and a walk-in pantry. Complete with a heated attached 3-car garage, detached garage, outdoor shower, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Cruise the Chain of Lakes to Torch Lake, Lake Skegemog, and waterfront dining, all within easy reach of Traverse City and the Flintfields Horse Park.

8739 Skegemog Point Road, Williamsburg
$239,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 80071916 MLS
Enjoy the beauty of Northern Michigan with 102 feet of private frontage on the crystal-clear Rapid River. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a peaceful setting where you can fish for trout, launch a kayak or canoe, or simply relax and take in the tranquil river views. The Rapid River is known for its clear water, abundant wildlife, and scenic shoreline, making it a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts. A separate 0.25-acre lot located across the private road provides valuable additional space for parking and offers excellent potential for a future garage or outbuilding. Located just a few miles north of Kalkaska, you'll enjoy the privacy of waterfront living while remaining within easy reach of Traverse City for shopping, dining, healthcare, and year-round recreation. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or a Northern Michigan getaway, this property is ready to be enjoyed.

5244 NW Westhaven Drive, Rapid City
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