25359 Branch Rd, Michigamme, MI 49861

This thoughtfully designed lakefront home sits above Beaufort Lake in Michigan’s stunning Upper Peninsula. It offers panoramic water views from the ridge and a gentle, accessible slope to the shoreline. Designed for year round enjoyment, the home features an expansive wraparound deck, dock, fire pit, and an oversized two car garage with plenty of room for recreational gear and toys. The asking price includes almost everything you see on the property inside and out - furnishings, decor, boats, dock, and more. Although the home is listed as a 2 bedroom, over 2,000 square feet of finished space make it much larger than you might expect. The finished area in the basement is just missing a door and a wardrobe to reach bedroom status. The additional 600 square feet of unfinished basement space is also prime for finishing into a bedroom if you desire. Finally, the current owners use a room upstairs that isn’t quite large enough to count as a bedroom, but it works perfectly as a bunk room for kids. If group gatherings and entertaining are important to you, this home can easily be laid out to sleep 12 or more. With a full bathroom and communal space on every floor your guests will be comfortable and relaxed during their visits. The main level includes an open layout centered around a spacious kitchen with hickory cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a newer induction range oven. The living room features a wood burning fireplace and vaulted ceilings framed by large Andersen windows that capture the lake view. A full bathroom, laundry, roomy entryway, and primary bedroom with a cedar lined walk-in closet complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find a bright reading nook in the loft, a second bedroom, a kids room, a full bathroom, and a sitting area. . The finished walkout basement adds even more usable space including a brand new full bathroom with custom wood work that was added on to the existing sauna in 2023. For a list of all the updates the owners have made since 2020, please see the list of upgrades in the associated documents section of this listing. Located on the quieter side of Beaufort Lake, the sellers report minimal boat traffic, active loons, and great fishing right off the dock. The lake warms quickly in summer for swimming and paddling, and freezes early in winter, making it ideal for snowshoeing and ice fishing. On clear nights, enjoy stargazing and vibrant views of the Milky Way. Beaufort Lake spans over 400 acres with plenty of shoreline to explore. The property is just five minutes from Michigamme Market and about 40 minutes from Marquette. Nearby outdoor destinations include Lake George, Ruth Lake, Craig Lake State Park, and the McCormick Wilderness Tract, some of the U. P. ’s best spots for hiking, paddling, and solitude. Whether used as a year round home, short term rental, or a seasonal getaway, this property offers space, privacy, and direct access to the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula.

Beautiful custom designed lakefront home on gorgeous Beaufort Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Wonderful views of the lake from the home's ridge top deck. Yet the walk to the lake shore is gradual and easy for all members of your family and guests. The home was designed with the lake in mind as panoramic views through the large Andersen windows allows enjoyment of the lake from indoors. The spacious kitchen with hickory cabinets, stainless steel appliances and walk-in pantry flows nicely into the great room featuring a wood burning fireplace. The master bedroom, a large bathroom, laundry and roomy entry are located on the main floor. Upstairs is a spacious loft/office area that overlooks the great room along with a second bedroom, bathroom and cedar lined walk-in storage closet. The poured concrete full basement is always dry and contains a finished, carpeted family room, workshop and terrific sauna with dressing room and shower. Walk out French doors provide easy access to the lake. New furnace and water heater in 2017 and you will find everything in very good condition. Several large closets and basement storage abound as the owners thought of everything when they designed this immaculate home. There is large two car detached garage just steps to the main entrance and a storage shed. The wrap around deck is accessible from the lake front, the main entrance and the home for ease of use. This deck will be the highlight of your summer months for grilling and relaxing with the water views. The lake front is user friendly and features a roll in dock. Beaufort Lake is known for walleye, bass, pike and pan fish and is large enough at over 400 acres to enjoy exploring the bays and islands. Located in Eastern Baraga County this home is just minutes from US 41 and the village of Michigamme and about 40 minutes to Marquette. This is an area known as Three Lakes with the neighboring Lake George and Ruth Lake. Ruth Lake has a boat launch and also features walleye and crappie fishing. This area also provides nearby access to the Craig Lake State Park area and the McCormick Tract Wilderness area. Both of these areas are known for wilderness experiences and excellent fishing and hiking. If you have been looking for a year round lakefront home in excellent condition, on a beautiful lake with a fabulous setting, you have just found it.