The Traverse City region has been a mecca for destination weddings, corporate retreats, and general travel. Since 2020, the year-round population has grown exponentially, creating a very competitive real estate market. That is why this beautiful 6.75 acre Northern Michigan commercial property is such a rare find! It’s on the market and ready for the right buyer.

This property is commercially zoned and approved for a wide variety of business models. Please contact us for the complete zoning documents (including additional applications that are subject to approval). Currently the property is zoned and approved for:

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Retail
• Hotel/Motel
• Resort
• Business Services
• Public Services
• Public Building
• Light Industrial
• Storage
• Several more – email anna@brightlanegardens.com for the full list!

This property is also residentially zoned – which means you get the best of both worlds when you start or move your business here. You can take out a residential loan for the property, saving you on the higher interest rates that often come with a business loan.

Additionally, you can actually live here on the property while you grow your business! There is a large family home on site, read below for more information. There are many tax advantages to living and running your business on the same property.

This 6.75 acre sprawling parcel is packed full of features that make it one-of-a-kind and turn key for a variety of businesses to hit the ground running. Located right at the base of the Leelenau peninsula and near the Traverse City Region. Here is a general overview of the property features:

Situated gracefully at the center of the property is a 2800 sq ft family home that blends in seamlessly with its surroundings. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 5th non-conforming bedroom, this home can easily sleep 10-12 guests with room to spare.

4 sliding doors along the back of the home lead out to an expansive deck on the upper level. Guests can take in the expansive scenery with complete privacy as the backyard is totally surrounded by a mature hardwood forest. An open concept kitchen/living room/dining room make the perfect setting to host large groups.

The lower level is a walkout to the back yard, again blending in perfectly with its surroundings. 3 bedrooms and an additional 4th non-conforming bedroom join a full bathroom on the lower level. An additional living room and wet bar with a fireplace top off this level of the home.

Perfectly placed near the back wood line of the property sits a custom built pavilion atop a hand-laid paver patio. Stunning chandeliers hang from the pavilion, casting your guests in a warm and welcoming glow. String lights frame the roofline for an added magical touch.

A 22ft wide waterfall is situated directly behind the pavilion, complete with a 200 sq ft terrace at its base. This waterfall terrace is the perfect spot for a wedding ceremony or head table. A wedding party of 10-12 people can easily stand on the terrace.

The pavilion can be used in any season, and is also a welcoming feature for small groups that just want to rent out the home. Add nice patio furniture and a fire table for the perfect hangout on a chilly autumn evening. The possibilities are endless!

Perhaps the most unique part of this property are the custom water features. 4 ponds and 4 separate waterfalls seamlessly mingle with the landscape and structures that define this property. Previously owned by a custom pond company, every water feature is thoughtfully designed and expertly executed.

Waterfalls and Streams

Two of the waterfall features act as flowing streams, gently cascading water down carefully placed rock slabs to create the feel of a natural babbling brook. The sounds of these features add an additional layer of sound privacy for your guests, something that is difficult to achieve with alternative white noise options.

Our primary waterfall stretches 22ft+ wide and serves as the backdrop for our event pavilion. A custom 200 sq ft terrace was built over the top of the receiving basin so it feels as if the water just disappears under your feet. This is truly a remarkable feature and is one that will surely stand out to your guests.

Custom Ponds

4 custom ponds are placed around the property. These custom water features add depth and festivity to the property with very little maintenance overall. All ponds come equipped with necessary pumps and instructions for care.

The largest pond is a custom Japanese-style koi pond that sits at the end of one of our cascading waterfall streams. This pond is stocked with a school of golden orfe fish that will swim right up to you in hopes that you have food. Never underestimate how excited your guests will be to feed the fish!

A smaller pond sits below the other waterfall stream and is full of lily pads, flowers, and frogs! Two additional smaller ponds grace the property, with one of them being at the end of the drive when you pull in – aptly named “the welcome pond”!

Near the entrance of the property sits a 750 sq ft fully remodeled storefront building. This building has currently been operating as a gift shop, but can easily be converted into a bridal suite, rehearsal dinner space, additional sleeping accommodations and more.

The building is fully insulated and a separate bathroom is attached to the exterior of this building. The interior has been completed remodeled with new flooring, paint throughout, and new lights. A custom built wraparound counter/bar is inside the building, but can easily be removed.

Next to the mixed use storefront building sits a matching open air building. This building is stick built with a matching metal roof, but the side walls are open and netted – keeping the bugs out but letting air flow through. This is a great outdoor seating option for rehearsal dinners, small gatherings, or just getting your guests out of the rain.

This property has served as a small plant nursery for several years, so two 40 ft greenhouses have been added to the the area near the storefront building. These greenhouses can easily be removed before selling if desired, but don’t underestimate how great of an addition these are to the property!

Exotic plants placed thoughtfully around the greenhouses make the perfect backdrop for unique photos. The greenhouses stay nice and cozy on chilly days and heaters can be added to extend your rental season into the cold months.

A rustic cabin sits next to the family home. It has matching siding and roof to the primary home, helping it effortlessly blend into the property.

With a wood stove and ample space, this cabin can be remodeled to suit a wide variety of applications including:

• Groom’s suite
• Mother-in-law suite
• Sauna
• Game Room
• Work Out Room

Adding immense value, 2 full size pole barns sit on either end of the property. The larger pole barn is a 30×80 ft fully insulated building with an attached office area. This building is ideal for a work shop, storage, and even indoor event space. The large pole barn also features a 12 ft overhead door.

A smaller pole barn measures 30×60 and features a large sliding door. The location of this pole barn on the property makes it ideal for storing equipment. Both pole barns have been rented out in the past for easy passive income.

A blacktop parking lot sits adjacent to the storefront and open air buildings, with paved sidewalks leading from the lot to the structures. This parking lot is conveniently situated near the entrance of the property.

Additional parking can be added near the event venue in an unused section of land. This section of land can be further expanded by removing some select trees in the area.

A 15 ft easement provides this property with direct lakefront access on coveted Lake Ann. Peekaboo views of Lake Ann can bee seen from the deck during the winter season.

Located in the highly desirable village of Lake Ann, Michigan, this property is conveniently situated just 1 mile from the downtown amenities. Your guests can take advantage of the local restaurants, a brewery, grocery store, coffee shop, post office, and more!

Lake Ann sits halfway between of Downtown Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes – that means you are just 15 minutes from enjoying the nightlife or visiting one of Lake Michigan’s pristine beaches. We call this the “Goldilocks Zone” because it is truly the perfect spot.

Despite its close proximity to town, this 6.5 acre property offers unparalleled privacy for guests in the event venue space. The entire back yard is surrounded by mature hardwood forest that offers complete privacy and a natural feel.

The various streams and waterfalls also offer excellent sound privacy. Your guests can dance, sing, and celebrate through the night with just the local frogs listening in.

This is a rare chance to invest in turn key commercial real estate in the coveted Traverse City region of Northern Michigan. From an event venue rental to office space or storage space, this property has a wide variety of permitted uses and applications. Don’t miss out on this unique real estate listing!

For more information or to request a tour, please contact Anna: anna@brightlanegardens.com