Imagine a retreat you've always dreamed of creating on this remarkable 80-acre sanctuary—a place where you can wake up each morning to hike trails through rolling forest beneath a cathedral canopy of oaks, past pocket wetlands, and along a cold-water stream. The infamous caves for which Cave Creek is named are tucked along the northern banks of this unique property. For those who love the outdoors, this is a nature lover's and hunter's dream. Located on a State-designated Natural Beauty Road, it is just one-half mile from the Fish Lake Unit of the Barry State Game Area and more than 22,000 acres of land protected by the Michigan DNR. With fiber optic internet available, this is the perfect setting for remote work while still offering an easy commute to Grand Rapids (45 minutes) or Kalamazoo (35 minutes). The natural features are protected by a conservation easement held by the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. LEARN MORE about this beautiful property MichiganCountryRetreat.com.
Vacant landProperty Type
80 acresLot Size
$5,750Price/Acres
Listed by Emily Wilke• Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
Bought with Emily Wilke• Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
Imagine a retreat you've always dreamed of creating on this remarkable 80-acre sanctuary--a place where you can wake up each morning to hike trails through rolling forest beneath a cathedral canopy of oaks, past pocket wetlands, and along a cold-water stream. The infamous caves for which Cave Creek is named are tucked along the northern banks of this unique property. For those who love the outdoors, this is a nature lover's and hunter's dream. Located on a State-designated Natural Beauty Road, it is just one-half mile from the Fish Lake Unit of the Barry State Game Area and more than 22,000 acres of land protected by the Michigan DNR. With fiber optic internet available, this is the perfect setting for remote work while still offering an easy commute to Grand Rapids (45 minutes) or Kalamazoo (35 minutes). The natural features are protected by a conservation easement held by the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. LEARN MORE about this beautiful property MichiganCountryRetreat.com.
SW Michigan MLS #26038107
Aug 21, 2026
Sold
$460,000
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
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Jul 24, 2026
Listed
$480,000
Jul 23, 2026
Coming Soon
$480,000
Public Records
Nov 8, 2007
Sold
$168,750
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
80 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Barry County
APN
11-022-003-00
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The intent of this district is to promote a range of low intensity land uses including low-density residential, farming and farm-related activities, light industrial and resource extraction. Those lands with important wood stands, lakes, streams or wetlands or with important wildlife or view corridors should be carefully developed to protect these contributing features, while enabling a reasonable degree of low intensity development. The transfer of development rights to more appropriate portions of the site or the county will be encouraged.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Office
Park & open space
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Features: Buildable, Recreational, Wetland Area, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 80.0
Lot Size Area: 80.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Gun River
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Current Use: Recreational, Hunting
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $5,033.15
Tax Assessed Value: $121,884
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
School Information
High School District: Delton-Kellogg
Location Information
Directions: From Norris Road turn onto Guernsey Lake Road. The property will be approximately one mile down on the south side of the road, east of Fish Lake.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
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Stories: —
Lot Size: 80 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Barry County
APN: 11-022-003-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Delton-Kellogg Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
6/10
Delton-Kellogg High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Delton, MI • 49046
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$438,000 – $530,000
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