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7655 Cottage Drive, 
Bellaire, MI 49615

$1,250,000


3

Beds


2

Baths


2,496

Sq Ft


Single Family

Active

Listed by

Russ Schlehuber

@ Properties Christie'S Int'L Petoskey

248-850-8632

Last updated:

January 20, 2026, 03:47 PM

MLS#

201838149

Source:

MI WWBR

About This Home

7655 Cottage Drive

Set on 2.74 acres with 212 feet of private Clam Lake frontage, this property offers exceptional privacy and true Northern Michigan waterfront living. Enjoy sweeping lake views, a wide lakeside deck, level access at the water, and a dock that can accommodate up to four boats. As part of the Lower Chain of Lakes, Clam Lake connects you to Torch Lake, Lake Bellaire, Lake Skegemog, and Elk Lake, creating one of Michigan's most unique inland waterway systems with extensive interconnected routes for boating, paddling, and fishing. STR friendly and minutes from Bellaire, Shanty Creek, and year-round recreation, this location is ideal for both full-time living and vacation enjoyment. Set on 2.74 acres with 212 feet of private frontage on Clam Lake, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers an exceptional blend of privacy, comfort, and Northern Michigan waterfront living. As part of the Lower Chain of Lakes, Clam Lake connects you to Torch Lake, Lake Bellaire, Lake Skegemog, and Elk Lake, forming one of Michigan's most compelling inland waterway systems with extensive interconnected routes for boating, paddling, and fishing. The home features nearly 2,500 square feet of finished living space with an open main level framed by lake views, cathedral ceilings, and a spacious kitchen and dining area. Two main-floor bedrooms provide comfort for guests, while the upper level is dedicated to a large primary suite with a private bath and dual walk-in closets. A generous family room upstairs offers additional gathering space and is large enough to accommodate extra sleeping quarters. Outside, a wide lakeside deck leads to level access at the water and a dock capable of accommodating up to four boats, ideal for those who enjoy hosting on the water. The attached two-car garage, additional storage shed, and wooded surroundings create a quiet and private setting. This property is STR friendly, providing valuable flexibility for buyers seeking a personal retreat with income potential or a turnkey vacation investment. Located just minutes from Bellaire, Shanty Creek, Short's Brewery, golf and ski resorts, and year-round recreation, this home is perfectly positioned for both full-time living and vacation enjoyment. Offering rare frontage on one of Michigan's most desirable inland waterway systems, it delivers the true Lower Chain of Lakes lifestyle.

Home Facts

Single Family

2 Baths

3 Bedrooms

Built in 1998

Price Summary

1,250,000

$500 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

201838149

Last Updated:

January 20, 2026, 03:47 PM

Added:

1 month(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

2

Full Bathrooms:

2

Interior

Living Area:

2,496 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

2,496 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1998


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

119,354


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$1,250,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$500 per Sq. Ft.

Source:MI WWBR
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