First time offered quaint year round cottage on desirable Big Bass Lake. This gem awaits a new owners decorating flair and make this hide-a-way sing! Perched among mature white pine trees, the setting is all that you look for in an ''Up North'' destination. Cottage retreat offers a vaulted ceiling in an open concept floor plan for living & dining enjoyment, while enjoying the stunning lake view from the many windows that flood the space w/natural light. Sliders off dining area access the deck for outdoor entertainment. In cooler seasons snuggle up to the all masonry woodburning FP while that special someone hands your favorite Merlot. The MBR, full bath & laundry complete main floor. The 2nd level features an open loft bedroom, want privacy? Just enclose it! A full basement w/a wood burnin attachment to the furance can be used to economize on fuel if desired. The exterior: recently painted and a metal roof for years of protection. An over-sized 2 stall garage w/2 year old roof, will accommodate vehciles and water toys. Oh, a propane powered generator keeps things humming should power go out! Offers due by 3pm 6-17-19, seller to review & respond to offers by 11am 6-18-19.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$290Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bruce Cornell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
First time offered quaint year round cottage on desirable Big Bass Lake. This gem awaits a new owners decorating flair and make this hide-a-way sing! Perched among mature white pine trees, the setting is all that you look for in an ''Up North'' destination. Cottage retreat offers a vaulted ceiling in an open concept floor plan for living & dining enjoyment, while enjoying the stunning lake view from the many windows that flood the space w/ natural light. Sliders off dining area access the deck for outdoor entertainment. In cooler seasons snuggle up to the all masonry woodburning FP while that special someone hands your favorite Merlot. The MBR, full bath & laundry complete main floor. The 2nd level features an open loft bedroom, want privacy? Just enclose it! A full basement w/ a wood burnin
REALCOMP #65019026001
Jul 24, 2019
Sold
$161,000
$141/sq ft
Jun 10, 2019
Listed
$149,900
$131/sq ft
First time offered quaint year round cottage on desirable Big Bass Lake. This gem awaits a new owners decorating flair and make this hide-a-way sing! Perched among mature white pine trees, the setting is all that you look for in an ''Up North'' destination. Cottage retreat offers a vaulted ceiling in an open concept floor plan for living & dining enjoyment, while enjoying the stunning lake view from the many windows that flood the space w/ natural light. Sliders off dining area access the deck for outdoor entertainment. In cooler seasons snuggle up to the all masonry woodburning FP while that special someone hands your favorite Merlot. The MBR, full bath & laundry complete main floor. The 2nd level features an open loft bedroom, want privacy? Just enclose it! A full basement w/ a wood burninattachment to the furance can be used to economize on fuel if desired. The exterior: recently painted and a metal roof for years of protection. An over-sized 2 stall garage w/ 2 year old roof, will accommodate vehciles and water toys. Oh, a propane powered generator keeps things humming should power go out! Offers due by 3pm 6-17-19, seller to review & respond to offers by 11am 6-18-19.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,776 (+4.7%)
2023
$4,562 (+0.2%)
2022
$4,552 (+2.5%)
2021
$4,440 (+7.1%)
2020
$4,144 (+21.2%)
2019
$3,420 (−1.9%)
2018
$3,486 (+7.1%)
2017
$3,256 (−3.4%)
2016
$3,370 (+1.7%)
2015
$3,315 (−5.3%)
2014
$3,499 (+3.5%)
2013
$3,382
Tax history for 6432 N Matson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,776 (+4.7%)
2023
$4,562 (+0.2%)
2022
$4,552 (+2.5%)
2021
$4,440 (+7.1%)
2020
$4,144 (+21.2%)
2019
$3,420 (−1.9%)
2018
$3,486 (+7.1%)
2017
$3,256 (−3.4%)
2016
$3,370 (+1.7%)
2015
$3,315 (−5.3%)
2014
$3,499 (+3.5%)
2013
$3,382
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: From Baldwin, go N on M37 10 miles to W 4 Mile Rd (4 Miles) turn left on Brooks Rd (1/2 mile) turn left on W 5 Mile Rd (3 miles) turn right on N Bass Lake Rd (1 mile) turn left on W 6 Mile Rd (3/4 mile) go straight on N Bass Lake Rd (1 1/2 mile) turn right on N Maston Rd/Natakie Dr (about one mile to cottage).
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,155
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Lake County
APN: 04-034-050-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Baldwin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 14.8mi
4/10
Baldwin Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.8mi
3/10
Baldwin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.8mi
4/10
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Irons, MI • 49644
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Estimated sale price
$315,000 – $382,000
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