What if $729,000 could buy more than a home in Northern Michigan? At 715 Sequanota Road, you get a substantial 4,000+ square-foot home surrounded by approximately 41.5 private acres of Northern Michigan countryside, with mature woods, trails, wildlife, flowing water, agricultural zoning and an additional improved site with its own functional well and septic.
For buyers searching for a Northern Michigan home with acreage, this property deserves a serious look. This isn't simply a large house with extra land around it. The land is a big part of what makes this property special.
There is room here to create a private estate, bring horses, hunt your own land, build trails, grow gardens or orchards, explore hobby farming, create a multigenerational property or investigate another residence. For someone with a bigger vision, there may also be opportunities to explore parcel division, additional buildings, equestrian improvements, or even retreat or event uses, subject to zoning and applicable approvals.
At 41.5 acres and $729,000, 715 Sequanota offers something that's becoming increasingly difficult to find near Northern Michigan's resort communities: a lot of home, a lot of land and room to make the property your own.
41.5 Acres of Northern Michigan Privacy
Follow the approximately 2,700-foot private drive into the property and you quickly understand what makes it different. You're not looking out at the next house or a row of neighboring backyards. You're surrounded by your own acreage, mature woods, trails, varied terrain, wildlife habitat and tributaries of Monroe Creek crossing the property.
For an outdoor person, there is a lot to love here. Hunt and explore your own land, ride horses, expand the trail system, snowshoe or cross-country ski in the winter, look for morels in the spring and enjoy the woods throughout the year. There is room to explore gardens, orchards, pasture or food plots where permitted—or simply leave much of the property exactly as it is.
And that's important. You don't have to develop 41.5 acres to appreciate owning it. For many buyers, the privacy itself is the luxury.
At the center of the property is a substantial 4,000+ square-foot home with room for everyday living, extended family, guests, recreation and working from home. Expansive windows connect the interior to the wooded surroundings, and the size of the home provides flexibility that's difficult to find with this much Northern Michigan acreage at this price.
One particularly versatile area offers approximately 550 square feet of bonus space with an egress window, built-ins and bunk accommodations. It could work well for guests, kids, recreation, hobbies, an office or additional sleeping space.
The home is also set up for year-round Northern Michigan living with two Lennox furnaces, two heating zones, a Lennox 5-ton heat pump, Rinnai tankless water heater and TrueStream high-speed fiber internet.
That last feature is worth mentioning. You can have more than 40 acres of privacy and still have the connectivity needed to work from home.
One of the most interesting aspects of 715 Sequanota is its A-1 Agricultural zoning within South Arm Township. When you're buying more than 40 acres, zoning matters because the land may give you options that simply aren't available with a typical residential property.
A buyer might explore farming or hobby farming, horses, gardens and orchards, additional agricultural or accessory buildings, workshops, equipment storage and other uses consistent with the zoning. The acreage also makes it worth investigating additional residential possibilities, multigenerational living, a family-compound concept or potential parcel division.
For a buyer with a more specialized vision, the property may also be worth exploring for equestrian facilities, a retreat concept, or a wedding or event venue.
Those are possibilities to investigate, not representations that every use is currently approved. Zoning, setbacks, land-use permits, special-use approvals, health department requirements and other regulations can affect what can actually be done. Any buyer with a specific plan for the property should verify that use directly with South Arm Township and the appropriate governmental authorities.
If you've been looking for enough land to create a Northern Michigan equestrian property, 41.5 acres gives you room to think beyond simply keeping a horse or two.
Depending on the buyer's plans and required approvals, there may be room to explore pasture, paddocks, fencing, riding trails, outdoor riding areas, additional agricultural buildings, trailer and equipment storage, or even an arena.
One of the things I like about a property this size is that the acreage can become part of how you live. Imagine being able to saddle up and ride your own land instead of loading a trailer every time you want to ride.
Commercial stables, boarding operations, riding facilities and other specialized equestrian uses may have additional requirements, so buyers considering those uses should verify them with South Arm Township.
One feature that really caught my attention is the property's large, open 6–8 acre field. It's already cleared and creates a beautiful canvas for someone with a vision.
If you've ever dreamed of planting a vineyard, growing hops, establishing an orchard, creating a lavender farm, or raising other specialty crops, this is the kind of setting that's worth exploring. Imagine rows of grapevines stretching across the open hillside, a small tasting room for family and friends, or simply enjoying the satisfaction of growing something that's uniquely your own.
Northern Michigan has become well known for its wineries, craft breweries and farm-to-table agriculture, and properties with this combination of productive open ground, privacy and a substantial home are becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Whether your dream is a few rows of grapes for personal enjoyment, a hobby vineyard, hop production, fruit trees, berry fields or another agricultural venture, 715 Sequanota gives you the space to imagine what's possible.
As with any agricultural or commercial use, buyers should evaluate soils, drainage, sun exposure, water availability, zoning and any required permits or approvals to determine what best fits their vision.
For the hunter or outdoor buyer, this property offers something that's hard to duplicate with a conventional home: you can walk out your door and onto more than 40 acres of your own land.
The wooded acreage, Monroe Creek tributaries, trails, varied terrain and wildlife habitat make the property interesting for hunting and year-round recreation. Scout your own land, develop additional trails, explore food plots where permitted, hike, snowshoe, cross-country ski or simply enjoy watching wildlife from home.
There are plenty of great recreational areas in Northern Michigan. But there is something different about being able to enjoy the outdoors without having to drive anywhere to do it.
This may be one of the most important features of the entire property.
In addition to the main home, 715 Sequanota has another improved site with a functional second well and septic system, along with existing infrastructure.
For the right buyer, that opens up some interesting possibilities. You might investigate another residence, a guest home, multigenerational living, a caretaker residence or a separate future homesite. For a family looking for acreage that could serve multiple generations over time, this feature deserves a closer look.
Having existing infrastructure is very different from starting with completely unimproved land. At the same time, buyers should independently verify the condition, capacity, permits and permitted future use of the well, septic, foundation and other infrastructure.
I think this is one of the more interesting possibilities with 715 Sequanota. You already have a large primary home, more than 40 acres and an additional improved site with its own functional well and septic.
For a family thinking long-term, that creates the opportunity to investigate having parents, adult children, grandparents or extended family on the same property while still giving everyone plenty of room and privacy.
Maybe that means another residence someday. Maybe it's guest accommodations or a place for the next generation to build. Or maybe you simply want the flexibility of knowing the acreage and infrastructure are there.
Any additional residence would, of course, need to meet current zoning, building and health department requirements.
Whenever you're looking at more than 40 acres, it's reasonable to ask whether some of the property could eventually be divided.
A future split could be interesting for a number of reasons. A buyer may want another homesite for family, may want to separate a portion of the acreage in the future, or may simply want to understand what options come with the land.
But acreage alone doesn't determine division rights. Road frontage, access, parcel dimensions, previous divisions, zoning, well and septic requirements, township standards and Michigan land-division law can all affect what is possible.
If future parcel division matters to your plans, research the property's division history and remaining rights before assigning value to a potential split.
Agricultural zoning doesn't mean you need to become a farmer.
For many buyers, it's about having enough land to do some of the things they've always wanted to do. Keep horses or other animals where permitted. Put in a serious garden. Plant fruit trees or berries. Add a greenhouse. Create pasture. Build a workshop or equipment building. Give your kids or grandkids acres of woods and trails to explore instead of a backyard.
With 41.5 acres, you have room to think beyond what fits on a typical residential lot.
The acreage, privacy, long private drive and natural Northern Michigan setting may also appeal to a buyer with a completely different vision.
Could the property someday become a wedding venue, retreat property, private event setting or destination use? It's certainly worth investigating for someone interested in that direction, but this is one area where I would encourage a buyer to do their homework before purchasing based on that use.
Event and commercial uses can involve zoning or special-use approval, site-plan review, parking, access, occupancy, sanitation, lighting, noise, signage and fire and life-safety requirements.
The acreage and setting give you something to work with. Due diligence determines what you can actually create.
One of the things I appreciate most about this location is that you're getting genuine country privacy without giving up the reasons people want to be in Northern Michigan in the first place.
Lake Charlevoix is nearby for boating, fishing and waterfront recreation. Boyne Mountain provides skiing, golf and four-season activities. Boyne City and East Jordan offer restaurants, shopping, marinas, events and access to Lake Charlevoix, while the Jordan River Valley provides some of the area's best outdoor recreation.
You can spend the day boating, skiing, golfing, hiking or exploring Northern Michigan, then come home to 41.5 acres of your own.
A property this large offers possibilities that a conventional residential property doesn't. It also means there are more things worth understanding before you buy.
Confirm the property's current zoning with South Arm Township and talk with the appropriate officials about what you specifically want to do. This is particularly important if your plans include horses or equestrian facilities, farming or livestock, another residence, a guest house, family compound, large workshop, short-term rental, wedding or event venue, retreat use or parcel division.
Ask about setbacks, road frontage, accessory buildings, land-use permits, special-use permits and site-plan requirements rather than assuming a particular use is allowed.
Because the property has another improved site with a functional well and septic, I would investigate the available records, age and condition of the systems, water quality, septic capacity and their original intended use.
Most importantly, determine whether those systems can support whatever you envision for the site.
Don't buy 41.5 acres based solely on aerial photos.
Walk the property. Understand the boundaries, trails, terrain, wooded and open areas, Monroe Creek tributaries, drainage, potential pasture areas, potential building areas, driveway access and neighboring land uses.
For a rural property this size, a current survey can be especially valuable.
The natural water features are part of what makes this property interesting, but they are also something to research if you're considering future development.
Depending on your plans, investigate wetlands, waterways, drainage, soils, septic suitability, buildable areas and required setbacks. Having 41.5 acres doesn't necessarily mean every acre can be developed the same way.
If future land division matters to you, investigate the parcel's previous divisions, remaining division rights, road frontage, access, minimum parcel dimensions, zoning standards, township requirements and the Michigan Land Division Act.
Don't assign value to a potential future split until you've verified that it can actually be done.
A 4,000+ square-foot home on 41.5 acres with two improved sites deserves thorough due diligence. Depending on what's important to you, inspections may include the home, roof, structure, heating and cooling systems, electrical, plumbing, wells, water quality, septic systems, second well and septic, existing infrastructure, drainage and property boundaries.
Some buyers are looking for a house. Others are looking for a property.
I think that's the difference with 715 Sequanota.
This is a place where you can wake up surrounded by woods, work from home with fiber internet, hunt your own acreage, keep horses, grow your own food, build trails and create a place where family can gather for years to come.
You can investigate another residence or future parcel division. You can explore equestrian, agricultural, retreat or event possibilities. Or you can do none of that and simply enjoy having more than 40 acres around you.
You don't have to develop 41.5 acres to appreciate having it.
Sometimes the greatest luxury isn't another amenity. It's space, privacy and options.
Approximately 41.5 acres
4,000+ sq. ft. home
A-1 Agricultural zoning
Approximately 2,700-foot private drive
Wooded acreage and private trails
Monroe Creek tributaries
Hunting and recreational opportunities
Equestrian and hobby-farm potential
Additional site with functional well and septic
Multigenerational and family-compound potential
TrueStream high-speed fiber internet
Near Lake Charlevoix, East Jordan, Boyne City and Boyne Mountain
Offered at $729,000
For maps, property details, disclosures, additional information or a private showing of 715 Sequanota Road, contact Jamie with Jamie Woodall Real Estate or Kimberly Bork with Venture Properties.
Come see the home. Then walk the land. Because the 41.5 acres may be the part that changes everything.
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