Discover this lovely farm nestled on a private 2-acre parcel in the heart of Benzie County! Exuding charm of a bygone era and neighboring an orchard, this historic family property dates back to the 1860's and features a two-story barn, various outbuildings, an attached 3 car-garage with a Level 2 electric vehicle charging outlet, and a ~1200 square foot 3 bed/1.5 bath farmhouse built in the early 1900s, updated with modern style and conveniences. Enjoy stunning sunsets from the covered front porch, quiet outdoor dinners under the generational willow tree, an overnight in one of the two sleeping barns, and roaring campfires in the backyard. Situated in the milk barn's lower level, a studio space with a full bath and kitchenette is ready to be brought back to life! This secluded yet centrally located property is minutes from downtown Honor and near Big Platte Lake/River, Crystal Lake, Crystal Mountain ski resort, Frankfort, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan beaches, and only a 35 minute drive to Traverse City. Available completely furnished and fully equipped for potential short term rentals!
Single-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$255Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Brick• REMAX Bayshore - West Shore Dr TC
Bought with Peter Fisher• Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A
Discover this lovely farm nestled on a private 2-acre parcel in the heart of Benzie County! Exuding charm of a bygone era and neighboring an orchard, this historic family property dates back to the 1860's and features a two-story barn, various outbuildings, an attached 3 car-garage with a Level 2 electric vehicle charging outlet, and a ~1200 square foot 3 bed/1.5 bath farmhouse built in the early 1900s, updated with modern style and conveniences. Enjoy stunning sunsets from the covered front porch, quiet outdoor dinners under the generational willow tree, an overnight in one of the two sleeping barns, and roaring campfires in the backyard. Situated in the milk barn's lower level, a studio space with a full bath and kitchenette is ready to be brought back to life! This secluded yet centrally located property is minutes from downtown Honor and near Big Platte Lake/River, Crystal Lake, Crystal Mountain ski resort, Frankfort, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan beaches, and only a 35 minute drive to Traverse City. Available completely furnished and fully equipped for potential short term rentals!
REALCOMP #78080046072
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$460,000
$236/sq ft
Sep 12, 2024
Contingent
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Jun 25, 2024
Price Changed
$499,000
$256/sq ft
May 20, 2024
Listed
$540,000
$277/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1205716
Jun 4, 2021
Sold
$381,000
$195/sq ft
Jun 4, 2021
Sold
$381,000
$195/sq ft
Apr 7, 2021
Listed
$375,000
$192/sq ft
Apr 7, 2021
Listed
$375,000
$192/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001205716
Jun 4, 2021
Sold
$381,000
$195/sq ft
Apr 7, 2021
Listed
$375,000
$192/sq ft
Delightful farmette in the heart of Benzie County is a storybook setting from a bygone era. This historic, family property dates back to the 1860's with two story barn, outbuildings and farmhouse built in the 1900's but has modern conveniences of today. House has 3 bedrooms, 3-car attached garage, 1.5 baths with newer roof, conventional septic with drainfield, boiler and back patio all updated in 2006. Enjoy beautiful sunsets from the gorgeous covered front porch. Lower level of the milk barn has an unexpected, studio with full bath featuring a claw foot tub and loads of charm! New metal roof on barn in 2019! All buildings have been lovingly updated with a warm inviting feel. The structures sit on 2-acres with a half acre well-suited for planting an orchard or vineyard (gradual slope, south-facing). Grow herbs and veggies in the hoop house (zoned RP-5 rural preservation). Property is deemed a Botanical Sanctuary by United Plant Savers. Secluded yet close to town. A stones throw away from three golf courses and wonderful fishing! Only 35-minutes to downtown Traverse City, 10-minutes to Big Platte Lake/River, Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan. 18-minutes to Interlochen or Frankfort and under 15-minutes to three beaches in the National Lakeshore. A peaceful, central location to call home!
Greater Lansing AoR #1198376
Nov 15, 2020
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2020
Listing Removed
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May 18, 2020
Listed
$524,900
$269/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001198376
Nov 15, 2020
Listing Removed
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May 18, 2020
Listed
$524,900
$269/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1193334
Mar 13, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2020
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2019
Listed
$675,000
$346/sq ft
REALCOMP #79001193334
Mar 13, 2020
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2019
Listed
$675,000
$346/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,695 (−27.5%)
2024
$2,339 (−39.8%)
2023
$3,885
Tax history for 10487 Covey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,695 (−27.5%)
2024
$2,339 (−39.8%)
2023
$3,885
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.