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4082 M-185, 
Mackinac Island, MI 49757

$6,500,000


8

Beds


9

Baths


10,000

Sq Ft


Single Family


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Listed by

Brad Conkey

Mackinac Straits Realty Group

bradconkey@yahoo.com

Last updated:

August 21, 2026, 03:36 PM

MLS#

479685

Source:

MI NMMLS

About This Home

4082 M-185

Silver Birches is a rare offering on Mackinac Island's breathtaking northeast shoreline. Widely regarded as one of the island's most significant historic estates, this extraordinary Adirondack-style retreat combines over a century of history, remarkable craftsmanship, and an unparalleled waterfront setting along Lake Huron. Constructed between 1906 and 1912 during Mackinac Island's golden era as a premier summer destination, Silver Birches was originally developed as an exclusive guest lodge and cottage compound. Today, it remains one of Michigan's finest surviving examples of Adirondack Arts & Crafts architecture, distinguished by massive log construction, cedar-shingled upper stories, expansive porches, handcrafted detailing, and a seamless connection to its natural surroundings. Throughout its history, Silver Birches has served as a resort lodge, private seasonal retreat, rental property, and summer camp. Its peaceful north shore location has long offered a secluded alternative to the island's more developed districts. Originally constructed between 1906 and 1912, this iconic Adirondack-style lodge retreat has been thoughtfully restored after an extraordinary preservation and restoration effort spanning more multi-year effort stabilized and restored the original lodge, rebuilt porches and upper levels, rehabilitated guest cottages, modernized infrastructure, and enhanced the grounds while preserving the property's historic character. Today, Silver Birches stands as a fully restored luxury compound and celebrated preservation success story. The estate features an approximately 8,000-square-foot main lodge with six bedrooms, elevator service, and handicap accessibility, complemented by two guest cottages totaling more than 2,000 additional square feet. Listed on Michigan's State Register of Historic Sites, Silver Birches presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Mackinac Island's most iconic waterfront estates. Contact our team for more details.

Home Facts

Single Family

9 Baths

8 Bedrooms

Built in 1908

Price Summary

6,500,000

$650 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

479685

Last Updated:

August 21, 2026, 03:36 PM

Added:

2 month(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

8

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

9

Full Bathrooms:

7

Interior

Living Area:

10,000 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

10,000 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1908


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$6,500,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$650 per Sq. Ft.

Source:MI NMMLS
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