$1,674,900
4871 Us-31Eastport, MI 49627
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11569658 · Listed 420 days ago (Sep 5, 2025)
15 mi straight line to Shanty Creek Nordic (nordic center) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Income-earning and living opportunities like this only come along once in a lifetime. Located in one of the most picturesque locations in Michigan, minutes to Torch Lake & Lake Michigan, and a short drive to Elk Rapids or Charlevoix. Situated very close to a beautiful State Park (Barnes) along the shores of Lake Michigan & in proximity to an abundance of restaurants, wineries, vineyards, and orchards. Updated in 2016 with the addition of 6 new standalone cottages and a complete update of the 8 other motel rooms. The highly sought-after and highly reviewed Torch Bay Inn not only features updated and very welcoming rooms, but is also maintained and operated by its owners to make every guest feel like family and provide a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The pride of ownership is abundant from the time you walk in to the time you spend enjoying the patio, gardens, and the gas fire pit seating area. The property features a large 2-bedroom living area that could accommodate a full-time live-in manager or an on-site owner operator, ample parking for guests, an oversized 2 stall garage/workshop, an expanded area for boat trailers & campers, plus enough land to expand the operations for more cabins. Meticulously maintained, with attention to detail went into every aspect of this gem of a property. Currently being operated as a seasonal destination.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanty Creek NordicMI · homes near it | Nordic center | 15 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Shanty Creek Resorts (Schuss Mountain)MI · homes near it | Alpine resort | 15 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Mt. McSauba Recreation AreaMI · homes near it | Local ski area | 17 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Boyne Mountain ResortMI · homes near it | Alpine resort | 21 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Mt. HolidayMI · homes near it | Local ski area | 26 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Hickory Hills Recreation AreaMI · homes near it | Local ski area | 28 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 7:27 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Tom Rumble of eXp Realty.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $1,674,900
- Original list price
- $1,850,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- House (Ranch)
- Bedrooms
- 16
- Full baths
- 15
- Interior area
- 4,800 sq ft
- Lot size
- 2.78 acres
- Year built
- 1959
- Stories
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 2
- County
- Antrim County
- MLS number
- 11569658
- Annual property tax
- $9,000
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Interior
- Master Downstairs
Flooring
- Stone
Heating
- Other
- Gas
Roof
- Asphalt
Water
- Well
Sewer
- Septic Tank
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Eastport.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $1,850,000
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$9,707 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty. Listing agent: Tom Rumble. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Sep 3, 2026, 2:01 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 7:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.