Property Attributes
- MLS#1945005
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyANTRIM
- CityCentral Lake
- AreaAntrim
- NeighborhoodCentral Lake
- Zip49622
- StyleFarm House
- Year Built1920
- Price$ 1,375,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3792
- Lot Size80 Acres
Data Source:
Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS (NGLRMLS)
Property Description
300’ direct Ben-way Lake frontage, 900’ direct Intermediate River frontage and 80 Acres encompass this one of a kind oasis in Northern Michigan on the upper Chain-of-Lakes being offered for the first time in 54 years.  Featuring a classic farm house, 2-story 100-year old barn and 4 charming log cabins. This property would lend itself to any number of uses, including a waterfront resort, event venue, family legacy estate, corporate retreat and endless other possibilities.  The 80-acres is a mix of towering hardwoods, open vistas, private water frontage and trails. Ben-way Lake offers breathtaking views and is a recreational haven for boating, fishing, kayaking and swimming.  It also affords you direct access to the entirety of the upper Chain-of-Lakes, from Ellsworth to Bellaire for just over 20 miles of navigable waterways.  With no township zoning, this rare opportunity is a place to let your creative ideas unfold into reality.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed $1,375,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Microwave,Washer,Dryer |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Farm House |
| Construction Materials | Log,Frame,Wood Siding,Full Log |
| Pets Allowed | false |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| View | Water,Countryside View |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Township | Central Lake |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Waterfront Features | Inland Lake,River,Gradual Slope to Water |
| Community Features | None |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Antrim |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Metes and Bounds |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Barn(s),Other |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | M-88 to Central Lake. East on E. State St,north on Rushton Rd. |
| City | Central Lake |
| Body of Water | Benway Lake |
| High School District | Central Lake Public Schools |
| Zoning Description | Other |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 3484800 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://tours.bluelavamedia.com/s/idx/319069 |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Main |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Central Lake Public Schools |
| Elementary School District | Central Lake Public Schools |
| Tax Assessed Value | 129030 |
| Virtual Tour | https://tours.bluelavamedia.com/s/5322-Rushton-Road-Central-Lake-MI-49622 |
| Ownership Type | Private Owner |
| Lease Amount Frequency | Annually |
| Legal Description | Length legal |
| Freehold | VOW,BBO,IDX |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Mud Room,Paneling |
|---|---|
| Basement | Michigan Basement |
| Flooring | Carpet,Wood,Vinyl |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning,Stove |
| Kitchen Level | Main |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3792 |
| 3/4 Baths | 4 |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Living Room Level | Main |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Shared |
| Kitchen Length | 10 |
| Kitchen Width | 9 |
| Second Bedroom Length | 21 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 13 |
| Dining Room Area | 10 |
| Dining Room Width | 8 |
| Family Room Length | 18 |
| Living Room Length | 21 |
| Living Room Width | 13 |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 16 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 11 |
| Family Room Width | 8 |
| Family Room Level | Main |
| Dining Room Level | Main |
| Second Bedroom Level | Upper |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Garden |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Concrete,Private,None |
| Lot Features | Wooded,Wetlands,Some Lowland Areas,Rolling Slope,Other,Metes and Bounds |
| Water Source | Private |
| Lot Size Area | 80 |
| Number of Buildings | 3 |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 80 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Frontage Length | 1200 |
| Frontage Type | Waterfront,Priv Frontage (Across Rd) |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
| Horse Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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