At the end of a private road near the lighthouse and the Leelanau State Park, and within walking distance to the beaches along Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay is the historic Wood How Lodge. This beautiful residence was inspired by the architectural style known as "National Park Rustic”, which emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in response to the growing popularity of national parks and the desire to create structures that blended seamlessly with their natural environments. In 1928, the then Governor of Michigan, offered the lodge to President Hoover as a summer “White House”. Wood How Lodge blends historic charm with modern comforts, showcasing a design rich in native woods and stone. Its authentic character is preserved, yet at the same time, the lodge has been thoughtfully updated with a modern kitchen and baths, offering contemporary conveniences without compromising its timeless appeal. Inside the space is grand in scale with a soaring ceiling, massive fireplaces and an open interior. The plan is balanced, creating a sense of order and harmony. The living areas are centrally located. The winged design on each side of the living areas offers privacy and separation. On the main level the kitchen and dining areas are on one side, while the primary bedroom and media room are on the other. The mezzanine level provides a semi-open space, allowing for natural light and a sense of connection to the floor below. The bedrooms and baths are distributed evenly on both sides. The lodge has a total of 6 bedrooms and 3 baths, plus 2 half baths. Extras include a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Stone House (former carriage house). A multi-car garage with potential for additional rooms above. A fenced garden, stone potting shed, and a stone storage shed. Plus, an adjoining parcel of land in Cherry Home Shores with access to 4 beachfront parks, tennis, a clubhouse, and hiking trails. Great rental history.
Sold
$1,665,000
15311 E Wood How Ln, Northport, MI 49670
6beds
5,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
10 Acres lot
$1,719,800 Zestimate®
$333/sqft
$5/mo HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2024 at 08:19am
Listed by:
Ann Marie Mitchell Home:231-642-5454,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Leland
Bought with:
Carolyn Telgard, 6501408037
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Leland
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1927523

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 16 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 18 x 20
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 396
- Dimensions: 22 x 18
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 864
- Dimensions: 36 x 24
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Propane, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ductless, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Pantry, Other, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), WiFi
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Partial,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Carport, Concrete Floors, RV Access/Parking, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
- Details: RV Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: Great Lake
- Body of water: Grand Traverse Bay
- Frontage length: 800
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Dimensions: 650 x 600 m/l
- Features: Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Sloped, Metes and Bounds, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Guest House
- Parcel number: 45-008-017-005-10 +-176-0
- Zoning description: Residential,Agricultural,Horses Allowed
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Cabin,Lodge,Carriage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Full Log
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Lake Privileges, Park, Trails
Location
- Region: Northport
- Subdivision: Wood How Lodge
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $64 annually
- Services included: Other
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Services availability

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