A rare find in Northern Michigan — 55.86 acres with private lake access, zoning that allows for broader possibilities, and endless potential. This property is a dream in progress, a blank canvas awaiting your creative vision. The current caretakers have loved this property, and are now motivated to find pass the torch to someone new with fresh vision. Beyond its appeal as a private retreat or recreational haven, buyers may also find options for parcel division or future development, subject to the appropriate approvals. A vast and private setting of natural hardwoods is perched above "all-sports" Hodenpyl Pond, with 43 feet of coveted frontage and more than 2,500 feet of shared boundary with the Manistee National Forest. It’s a landscape perfect for boating, hunting, fishing, kayaking, trail systems, and year-round exploration. Whether you envision a seasonal cabin retreat, a hunting lodge tucked among the trees, or a permanent lakeside residence, this site is primed for transformation. The existing structure is a functional yet upgradeable 3-bedroom shell—complete with roughed-in electrical, insulation, and a metal roof—providing a head start while you shape your vision and enjoy immediate access to pond, trails, and forest.