BASS LAKE IN PENTWATER - An inviting opportunity to own a piece of Bass Lake history with 183 feet of private frontage on desirable Bass Lake! This cherished seasonal cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years and offers an incredible setting on an all-sports lake known for its beauty and recreation. Enjoy west facing views of the water from the covered front porch. The cottage is full of character, featuring a welcoming open-concept main floor with living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room - perfect for enjoying cool lake evenings. A full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, providing plenty of room for guests and family gatherings. The home has vinyl siding and a roof estimated to be approximately 15 years old. Please note, this is a seasonal cottage with no central heat, and it is not insulated or drywalled - offering the perfect opportunity for a buyer to restore and update the space with their own personal touch or embrace the original rustic cottage experience. Outside, enjoy expansive private water frontage and sandy bottom walk out water access ideal for boating, swimming, and soaking in lake life. A gravel driveway provides access to the property, and two outbuildings offer additional storage for lake toys and equipment. Whether you choose to preserve this historic getaway or build your custom dream home, this property offers exceptional frontage, privacy, and endless potential in a highly sought-after location. Buyer to verify all information.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.84 acresLot Size
$321Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Deb Stevenson Group, Inc Stevenson• Greenridge Realty S Rath
Bought with Jennifer Gesik• Crown Real Estate Partners Inc
Est. $2,472 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6461 S Shields Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #67026015719
May 29, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$321/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2026
Price Changed
$565,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$599,000
$349/sq ft
BASS LAKE IN PENTWATER - An inviting opportunity to own a piece of Bass Lake history with 183 feet of private frontage on desirable Bass Lake! This cherished seasonal cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years and offers an incredible setting on an all-sports lake known for its beauty and recreation. Enjoy west facing views of the water from the covered front porch. The cottage is full of character, featuring a welcoming open-concept main floor with living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room - perfect for enjoying cool lake evenings. A full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, providing plenty of room for guests and family gatherings. The home has vinyl siding and a roof estimated to be approximately 15 years old. Please note, this is a seasonal cottage with no central heat, and it is not insulated or drywalled - offering the perfectopportunity for a buyer to restore and update the space with their own personal touch or embrace the original rustic cottage experience. Outside, enjoy expansive private water frontage and sandy bottom walk out water access ideal for boating, swimming, and soaking in lake life. A gravel driveway provides access to the property, and two outbuildings offer additional storage for lake toys and equipment. Whether you choose to preserve this historic getaway or build your custom dream home, this property offers exceptional frontage, privacy, and endless potential in a highly sought-after location. Buyer to verify all information.
SW Michigan MLS #26015719
May 29, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$321/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2026
Price Changed
$565,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$599,000
$349/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70525404
May 29, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$321/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$321/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 12, 2026
Contingent
—
May 11, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2026
Price Changed
$565,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$565,000
$329/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$599,000
$349/sq ft
BASS LAKE IN PENTWATER - An inviting opportunity to own a piece of Bass Lake history with 183 feet of private frontage on desirable Bass Lake! This cherished seasonal cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years and offers an incredible setting on an all-sports lake known for its beauty and recreation. Enjoy west facing views of the water from the covered front porch. The cottage is full of character, featuring a welcoming open-concept main floor with living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room - perfect for enjoying cool lake evenings. A full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, providing plenty of room for guests and family gatherings. The home has vinyl siding and a roof estimated to be approximately 15 years old. Please note, this is a seasonal cottage with no central heat, and it is not insulated or drywalled - offering the perfect
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.19 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,125
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mason County
APN
014-552-001-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Window Features: Replacement
Room Information
Basement: Other
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 14
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 26
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 20
Room Width: 15
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 10
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 10
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 4
Room Length: 10
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 15
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Width: 18
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 21
Room 7 Information
Room Width: 16
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Length: 12
Room 8 Information
Room Length: 15
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Width: 13
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Craftsman
Building Area Total: 1,715
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1900
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Lot Information
Lot Features: Recreational, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 0.84
Lot Size Area: 0.84
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Bass Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1715.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $11,048.01
Tax Assessed Value: $250,582
Location
School Information
High School District: Ludington
Location Information
Directions: From US-10 to S Pere Marquette Hwy, South on PM Hwy to Schlik Rd, West on Schlik Rd - road curves to the right and turn into Shields Ave, Northwest on Shields Ave to property on West
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,125
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Mason County
APN: 014-552-001-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ludington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
O.J. DeJonge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi
7/10
Ludington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
8/10
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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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pentwater, MI • 49449
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$572,000 – $693,000
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