Discover the perfect blend of comfortable living, privacy, and outdoor adventure with this 3 bed, 2 bath home situated on 26 beautiful, high-and-dry acres in Indian River. Inside, the home offers a welcoming open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams that add warmth, character, and a touch of rustic charm. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living room, creating an inviting gathering space surrounded by windows that fill the home with abundant natural light while providing beautiful views and endless opportunities to watch wildlife and enjoy the surrounding nature. Step outside onto the front porch, a peaceful spot to sit back, relax, and take in the sights and sounds of Northern Michigan. The second-floor deck, with some TLC, has the potential to become an incredible lookout point where you can sit above the property and admire the surrounding woods and acreage. The property itself is truly an outdoor enthusiast's dream, featuring a mix of hardwoods and softwoods, established trails, and direct access to the adjoining State Land. Those trails provide easy access into the surrounding public land, opening the door to endless opportunities for hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, and exploration. The property also borders the North Central State Trail, putting miles of recreational trail right at your doorstep. Outdoor recreation is truly at your fingertips, with the Sturgeon River, a classified Blue Ribbon trout stream, nearby and an ORV/ATV trailhead less than a mile away. Spend your days riding, hunting, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, or exploring the incredible backcountry that makes Northern Michigan so desirable. When you're ready to venture beyond the property, Indian River offers an ideal Up North location between Burt Lake and Mullett Lake, with access to the Inland Waterway, boating, fishing, swimming, restaurants, shops, and numerous recreational amenities. Nearby attractions and communities throughout Northern Michigan make it easy to enjoy everything from summer days on the water to fall color tours, hunting seasons, winter snowmobiling, and year-round outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, hunting retreat, recreational getaway, or a private place to escape into the woods without being far from town, this property delivers. 26 acres, abundant wildlife, established trails, adjoining State Land, North Central State Trail frontage, and a home filled with character. This is an opportunity to experience Northern Michigan living and make the property your own.