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968 S Manitou, 
Lakeleelanau, MI 49653

$3,500,000


4

Beds


4

Baths


3,989

Sq Ft


Single Family


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Listed by

Tim Schaub

Schaub Team Premier Realty

231-674-5950

Last updated:

October 12, 2026, 09:56 AM

MLS#

78080070281

Source:

MI REALCOMP

About This Home

968 S Manitou

Legacy lakefront with 150 feet of private waterfront on beautiful Good Harbor Bay, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of waterfront living and a prime Leelanau County location. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen features custom cabinets, granite countertops and ample space for gathering with family and friends. Three fireplaces provide comfort and ambiance throughout the home, while expansive windows frame picturesque views of Good Harbor Bay. The spacious primary suite includes a private balcony overlooking the water, providing a peaceful retreat to start and end each day. The home features a large office with it's own private entrance from north side of the house, this room could also be ideal for a theater room. The walkout basement opens directly to the patio, offering easy access and convenient storage for beach equipment and outdoor furniture. Nestled between Pyramid Point in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the pristine waters surrounding Whaleback and the Manitou Islands, and the historic Crib, this exceptional setting offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Northern Michigan. Watch freighters navigate the Manitou Passage, fishing tugs make their daily runs, and bald eagles soar overhead. Every season brings its own beauty, from dramatic winter ice formations to unforgettable sunsets that paint a different masterpiece each evening. Nearly 1,900 square feet of decking provides the perfect space for entertaining or simply relaxing while taking in the panoramic views, all surrounded by mature, beautifully landscaped grounds. Situated just 4.5 miles south of Leland and 14 miles north of Glen Arbor. The original cottage was built in 1941 and the addition was build in 1996 along with the cottage being remodeled. The home is effecient for heating and electric, previous year utility costs available.

Home Facts

Single Family

4 Baths

4 Bedrooms

Built in 1941

Subdivision & Development:

N/A

Price Summary

3,500,000

$877 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

78080070281

Last Updated:

October 12, 2026, 09:56 AM

Added:

3 month(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

4

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

4

Full Bathrooms:

3

Interior

Living Area:

3,989 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Year Built:

1941


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

39,639


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$3,500,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$877 per Sq. Ft.

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