Secluded on 40 acres of mature hardwood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin features 1,255 s. f. of sanctuary in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! This beautiful lodge was engineered and built for off-grid comfort and sustainability. Equipped with an Outback 3600-W solar/electrical system with newer batteries. The solar panel system is complimented by a Kohler 12,000 KW propane fired generator that automatically kicks on if the stored electric charge gets low. 1000 gallon propane tank is owned. The cabin boasts a beautiful stone hearth, extending all the way up to the 20-foot vaulted ceiling. Views of the great room from upstairs offer plenty of natural light and openness. A spiral staircase offers access to the L-shaped loft, upstairs. A private rear balcony, just off the master suite, overlooks a steep wooded slope. A convenient covered, three sided wrap around porch offers shade, shelter and a place to hang out with friends while grilling dinner! Additionally, there is a detached 12 x 16 sauna (interior is unfinished) with a separate firewood storage area. The front yard has mature apple trees. This property is only 1.8 miles from Craig Lake State Park which is one of Michigan's most remote and scenic state parks. There are several other lakes and trails (as shown in the associated documents) on the Craig Lake State Park map. This property offers the perfect mix of off grid sanctuary with all the conveniences of home. Hunt, fish, hike, canoe, ATV, snowmobile, this place has it all! Trail 8 is at the base of your driveway! Be sure and chck out the Fall Color drone video!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
40 acresLot Size
$257Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by DANIEL MENARD• COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT REALTORS
Bought with DANIEL MENARD• COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT REALTORS
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Market trends in 49861, MI
Last updated August 2026
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Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
96.2%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$263K
$73K MoM
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Sale history for 23505 Craig Rd
Date
Event
Price
UPAR #50178757
Nov 21, 2025
Sold
$299,000
$238/sq ft
Nov 8, 2025
Pending
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Sep 16, 2025
Price Changed
$299,000
$238/sq ft
Jul 30, 2025
Price Changed
$310,000
$247/sq ft
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$315,000
$251/sq ft
UPAR #50111476
Sep 18, 2023
Sold
$289,000
$230/sq ft
Sep 3, 2023
Pending
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Aug 21, 2023
Delisted
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Aug 14, 2023
Pending
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Jun 8, 2023
Listed
$299,000
$238/sq ft
+59
Tucked away on 40 acres of mature hardwood forest, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin features 1,400 square feet in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! It's only 1.8 miles from Craig Lake State Park, one of Michigan's most remote state parks. The cabin, engineered and built for off-grid comfort and sustainability, is equipped with a 3600-W electrical system with new batteries and solar system. To keep it charged up, there is a new Kohler 12,000 KW generator. The cabin inside boasts a beautiful stone hearth, extending to a 20-foot ceiling. Views of the great room from upstairs offer plenty of natural light and openness. A spiral staircase offers access to the L-shaped loft, upstairs. A rear balcony, situated off the upstairs master suite, overlooks a steep wooded slope. A convenient covered, wrap around porch (on three sides) offers a place to cook & enjoy the surrounding scenery. Additionally, there is a detached 12 x 16 sauna with a separate firewood storage area and plenty of mature apple trees. Nearby and within reasonable hiking distance, there are several other lakes and trails as shown in our associated documents as the Craig Lake State Park map. This is truly a one of kind property. Call today to schedule a tour!
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Construction Materials: Metal Siding, Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Frontage Length: 1314
Water Body Name: Craig Lake nearby
Lot Size : 1314x1314
Lot Size Acres: 40
Zoning Description: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: NICE Community Schools
Elementary School: Aspen
Middle Or Junior School: Aspen
High School: Westwood
Location Information
Directions: From Marquette, go .8 miles past the Michigamme Market. Turn right onto Nelligan Lake Rd. (going north off of US 41). Follow that 2.6 miles. Stay Left at the Yurt sign on Craig Lake Rd. and travel 2 more miles. The camp will be on your right at 4.6 miles from US Highway 41.
Subdivision Name: none
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Beds: —
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Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Baraga County
APN: 005-053-001-05
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2023
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Aspen Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 22.1mi
6/10
Westwood High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 22.2mi
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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
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7 days above 92° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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