Rare Opportunity in Mid Forest Lodge – Ultra-Private Waterfront Retreat Welcome to a truly exceptional offering within the exclusive Mid Forest Lodge, the largest tract of private property in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, spanning over 18,000 acres of pristine wilderness. This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom custom home is tucked deep within the lodge’s secure, gated community and offers direct walkout access to the water—ideal for those seeking privacy, adventure, and the great outdoors. Crafted with quality and care, this property features a stunning chef’s kitchen with custom hickory cabinents designed for entertaining, soaring cedar ceilings that bring warmth and charm, and spacious living areas perfect for relaxing after a day on the trails or water. The walkout basement offers additional living space and direct access to your own slice of waterfront paradise. A new Generac whole-home generator system provides peace of mind no matter the season.The property also includes a 30x40 pole barn, perfect for storing equipment, boats, or ATVs, all on a wooded, ultra-private lot behind secure electric gates. Mid Forest Lodge boasts 11 lakes, miles of maintained trails, a rifle and archery range, and some of the best deer and upland game hunting in the state. Whether you're fishing, hiking, riding, or simply enjoying nature, this one-of-a-kind property is your gateway to it all. Don't miss this rare chance to own a piece of legendary Michigan wilderness.
For sale
$649,900
1218 Headquarters Rd, Prudenville, MI 48651
3beds
3,920sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
18,080 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 04, 2026 at 10:39am
Listed by:
James Diedrich 989-280-8942,
Ayre/Rhinehart Bay REALTORS 989-892-4800
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50200738
Originating MLS: Bay County REALTOR Association
Originating MLS: Bay County REALTOR AssociationTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Master Bedroom, Great Room, Office, Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: First
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bathroom 2
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: Lower
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Family room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 441
- Dimensions: 21 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Living room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 460
- Dimensions: 20 x 23
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: First Floor Laundry
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Basement: Finished,Full,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,280
- Total interior livable area: 3,920 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,140
- Finished area below ground: 1,780
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Heated Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront, No Gas Motors
- Body of water: Headquarters Lake
- Frontage length: 75
Lot
- Size: 18,080 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 200
- Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft.
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Barn
- Parcel number: 0099400330000
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts in Garage, Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: No
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse
Location
- Region: Prudenville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $2,920
- Date on market: 3/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,900$166/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $649,900$166/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900$166/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,652/mo
Principal & interest
$3083
Property taxes
$569
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48651
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NACollins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 4.2 mi
- 5/10Houghton Lake High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 4 mi
- 5/10Collins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Houghton Lake Comm Schools
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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