"A step back in time". .. .. Properties like this are few and far between! This classic cottage on Little Glen Lakes south shore has incredible charm inside and out, with board and batton siding, flagstone patio and walkways, lush perennial gardens, cut stone chimney and fire place, wide Ponderosa pine paneling, built-in book cases and cabinetry, a lovely screened in porch, vintage fixtures, and so much more! The first owners originally built what was a bunk house/cabin in 1938, added a summer kitchen, porch, and bathroom, followed by a two story west addition in 1947, to accommodate 3 bedroom, two bathrooms, family room, all in keeping with the original architectural style. Having changed hands as "recently" as 1968, the estate of the second owners have decided to offer this unique property to it's third successor stewards. Might this be your legacy property? Three waterfront parcels that total just under 6 acres are included with 181' of frontage with views of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the westerly vacant lot is 82.5' by 1000 deep, the cottage and garage occupy the middle and eastern portion. Exceptional vintage furnishings are included, as well the dock, hoist, and pontoon boat. With immediate possession granted at closing, bring some provisions, the family and settle in for the second half of the summer and begin to write your Little Glen story.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
5.69 acresLot Size
$840Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Serbin• Serbin Real Estate
•231-334-2758 (broker)
•rob@serbinrealestate.com (broker)
Bought with Molly Buttleman• @properties Christie's Int'l
Water Features: All Sports Lake, Dock/Pier Facility, Waterfront, Interior Lake, Sandy Bottom
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Little Glen Lake
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1938
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
SHORELINE: Sand
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Wooded
Lot Size: 181,100,626,579,183
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 5.69
Frontage: 181
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $362,960
Utilities
Utility Information
UTILITIES: Cable Available
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S), Exhaust Fan
Heating System: Baseboard, Hot Water
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=3064
School Information
School District: Glen Lake Community School Distr
School District: Glen Lake Community School Distr
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: M-72 W from Traverse City 19 miles to Benzonia Trail/Co. Rd. 677, travel north 3 1/2 miles, go left/west on Glenmere/M-22 3/4 mile, turn R/West on Welch Road, look for sign at 7782 in 100 yards +/-.
Municipality: Empire Twp
Mail City: Empire
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Empire Twp
Area (Municipality): Empire Twp (45005)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Leelanau County
APN: 005-004-052-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Glen Lake Community School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal 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
Empire, MI • 49630
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Empire. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$2.45M – $2.96M
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