6952 Carter Rd, Beulah, MI 49617

Welcome to this timeless 3 bd/1ba log cabin nestled beneath mature pines with 100 feet of private frontage on Big Platte Lake. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, this turn-key property is fully booked for the season, offering immediate income potential for new owners. Whether you're looking for a peaceful lakefront retreat or a smart investment, this home delivers both. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, vintage wood doors, and classic beamed ceilings that radiate warmth and rustic charm. A stunning fieldstone fireplace serves as the heart of the home and is complemented by a new pellet stove (installed winter 2022) for cozy, efficient heat. Additional updates include GFI outlets throughout. The open-concept living and dining areas has expansive lake views and feature a charming gas log stove for added ambiance. The three-season sunroom is perfect for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the tranquil sights and sounds of the lake. The primary bedroom has a private covered patio with lake views, while a second adjoining bedroom offers a convenient suite-style setup. Just off the detached garage, there is a 224 sq ft unfinished bonus room facing the lake. It has excellent potential for a future guest suite, game room, office, or creative space. Outside, the setting is serene and picturesque. Big Platte Lake is a 2,516-acre, all-sports lake with direct connection to the Lower Platte River and Lake Michigan, ideal for boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Located on a quiet street just off the scenic M-22 corridor, you’re minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the charming towns of Beulah, Frankfort, Empire, and Glen Arbor. This is your chance to own a true slice of Northern Michigan paradise, beautifully maintained, income-producing, and ready for its next chapter.

You'll fall in love with this nostalgic 3-bedroom log cabin home nestled amongst mature Pine trees with 100 feet of direct and private frontage on Big Platte Lake. This turn-key home has all the charm and character you could imagine from the original hardwood floors and doors to the intricate exposed beamed ceilings and floor to ceiling fieldstone fireplace making it the quintessential up north getaway. Large three-season sunroom offers the perfect place to entertain guests, take your afternoon rest or just to sit and relax all while enjoying the stunning views and tranquil sounds of the lake. The large living and dining room feature beautiful woodwork, the wood burning fieldstone fireplace, gas log stove and plenty of windows to bring in natural light and lake views. The master bedroom opens to a private covered patio, with views of the lake and a second bedroom making it the perfect family suite. The kitchen has been updated to include new flooring, lower custom cabinets and countertops to match the original esthetic of the home, and the bathroom has recently been updated with a new vanity and flooring. Outside you will find attractive landscaping and the detached 2 car garage features a bonus room that has great potential for guest overflow, home office or additional storage space. Big Platte Lake is an all sports 2,516 acre lake with direct connection to Lower Platte River and Lake Michigan via canoe or kayak. Located on a quiet street this home is near the scenic M-22 drive, The Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore Park and quaint communities of Frankfort, Beulah, Honor, Empire and Glen Arbor where you'll find many shops, restaurants, hospital, and other conveniences. This peaceful and tranquil setting is in the heart of everything that makes Northern Michigan such a special place to visit and call home.