$485,000

OUTDOORSMAN’S PARADISE! 18 ACRES OF PRIVACY, HUNTING, FISHING & FOUR-SEASON ADVENTURE! You're UP adventure starts here! If you've been searching for a private home or hunting camp with acreage, water access, and endless outdoor recreation, this exceptional 18-acre property checks all the boxes! Located approximately halfway between Escanaba and Iron Mountain, this secluded retreat sits next to Hardwood Impoundment Falls, borders public land, and offers nearby boat access. Enjoy duck hunting, deer and turkey hunting, grouse hunting, outstanding fishing in the East Branch of the Sturgeon River and Hardwood Lake, and abundant wildlife right in your backyard. Bring your side-by-side, ATV, or snowmobile and enjoy nearby trail systems and everything Michigan's Upper Peninsula has to offer! The virtually brand-new, log-sided home is thoughtfully positioned on higher ground to capture southern exposure and beautiful views of the river, lake, pond area, and surrounding maple-covered acreage. The covered rear deck is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, main-floor laundry, and a spacious 16' x 30' family room. The quality finishes include a Creten's kitchen with quartz countertops, new appliances, Andersen windows, log interior walls, pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, and maple flooring. Stay cozy with a wood stove that provides ample heat, plus forced-air heating for added convenience. The impressive barn/garage/bunkhouse offers even more possibilities, featuring its own kitchenette, living and sleeping area, pellet stove, and full bathroom. There's plenty of room for vehicles, hunting equipment, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and other recreational toys. Additional outbuildings include a storage shed, chicken coop, and new tool shed, with space for a garden and more. Whether you're looking for a private year-round home, a duck and deer hunting headquarters, a fishing retreat, or the ultimate UP base camp for side-by-side and snowmobile adventures, this property offers the space, privacy, and outdoor lifestyle you've been dreaming of!