1306 North Tippy Dam Road

$1,100,000
Price
12
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Description

Discover Tippy Dam Lodge, a one-of-a-kind retreat deep in Michigan's Manistee National Forest. Built over 30 years ago, this unique property sleeps up to 22 guests and offers three distinct log-built structures: The Sleeping Quarters, a Recreational/Conference Center, and a Kitchen/Dining Room Building with commercial appliances. Perched atop a ridge overlooking the Big Manistee River, with access via 212 groomed steps to the dam and surrounding trails, it blends rustic charm with modern comfort....Discover Tippy Dam Lodge, a one-of-a-kind retreat deep in Michigan's Manistee National Forest. Built over 30 years ago, this unique property sleeps up to 22 guests and offers three distinct log-built structures: The Sleeping Quarters, a Recreational/Conference Center, and a Kitchen/Dining Room Building with commercial appliances. Perched atop a ridge overlooking the Big Manistee River, with access via 212 groomed steps to the dam and surrounding trails, it blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy unforgettable outings: world-class salmon and steelhead fishing in the famed tailwaters, scenic hikes, paddling, ORV, snowmobiling—right from your doorstep. The property also features two traditional-style homes for additional options for guests or to use as a residence. Close to Caberfae ski resort, Little River Casino, Lake Michigan, golf and ORV trails, this lodge is perfect for multi-generational family gatherings or group adventures.
  1. Listed by Bob Budreau • Brokerage DRE #6505179283 • GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington
    P: (231)-690-8127 bbudreau@greenridge.com
  2. Listed by Eric Workman • Brokerage DRE #6505179283 • GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington
    P: (616)-638-5367 C: (616)-638-5367 eworkman@greenridge.com

Property Details for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

Waterfront Features
River
LISTING UPDATED: 09/11/2025 04:30 PM

Property Details for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

StatusActive
MLS #25036122
Days on Market2577
Taxes$8,117 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / 5+ Units
Year Built1935
Lot Size22.24 AC / 968,774 SF
CountyManistee County

Location

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Building Information for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

Stories-Residences5Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size22.24 AC / 968,774 SF

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$6,112 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,435

Property Taxes

$676

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Property Information for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Caberfae/M-55
  • Municipality: Dickson Twp
  • Body of Water: Manistee River
  • Directions: From M-55, turn north on Tippy Dam Road to property.
  • Area - Major: MasonOceanaManistee - O
  • Street #: 1306
  • Street Direction: N
  • Street Name: Tippy Dam
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Wellston
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49689
  • County: Manistee
  • Latitude: 44.257328
  • Longitude: -85.942619
  • Area - Minor: MasonOceanaManistee - O
  • Water Type: River
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 169465.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 05-136-400-10
Parking
  • Parking Features: Unpaved
  • Parking Total: 30.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Driveway: Unpaved
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  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Adj to Public Land, Recreational, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 669x1285x678x1308
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 22.24
  • Lot Square Footage: 968774.0
  • Lot Size Area: 22.24
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Legal: PT OF GOVT LOT 1, COM AT SE COR OF SD SEC, TH N 1330.39 FT TO POB, TH W 1321.46 FT, TH N 700.06 FT TO N LINE OF S 700 FT OF GOVT LOT 1, TH E 1285.81 FT, TH S 23 DEG 36 MIN 29 SEC E 95.6 FT, TH S 612.53 FT TO POB. 21.24 A*M/L. SEC 36 T22N R14W. SALE(93) 2400 5000 000
  • Property Sub-Type: 5+ Units
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 12-31-1969 07:00:00 PM
  • Video Groups: 1
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Water Fea Amenities: Private Frontage, Public Access 1 Mile or Less, View
  • Street Type: Paved, Public
  • Exterior Material: Wood Siding
  • Roofing: Composition
  • Substructure: Crawl Space, Full
  • Extras: Club House, Garages
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Basement Yes/No: Yes
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 0.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Oil
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number of Units: 5
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • BathsTotal: 2
  • BedsTotal: 3
  • FullBaths: 2
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • SqFt: 1144.0
  • Description: House #1
Unit 2
  • BathsTotal: 2
  • BedsTotal: 4
  • FullBaths: 2
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • SqFt: 1144.0
  • Description: House #2
Unit 3
  • BathsTotal: 2
  • BedsTotal: 0
  • FullBaths: 0
  • HalfBaths: 2
  • SqFt: 1025.0
  • Description: Recreational/Conf Ct
Unit 4
  • BathsTotal: 1
  • BedsTotal: 0
  • FullBaths: 1
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • SqFt: 1170.0
  • Description: Kitchen/Dining Bld
Unit 5
  • BathsTotal: 8
  • BedsTotal: 5
  • FullBaths: 8
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • SqFt: 2778.0
  • Description: Sleeping Quarters
Unit 6
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 7
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 8
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 9
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 10
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 11
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 12
  • BathsTotal: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Pays: None
  • Owner Pays: Electricity
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional

Property History for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25036122

$1,100,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/21/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25036122

$1,100,000

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Public Records for 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

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Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMANISTEEAPN05-136-400-10

Schools near 1306 North Tippy Dam Road

This home is within Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
KND Elementary
PublicK to 6

Brethren Middle School
Public7 to 8

Brethren High School
Public9 to 12

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1306 North Tippy Dam Road is a multi-family home for sale in Wellston, MI 49689. This property was listed for sale on July 21, 2025 by GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington, it's currently listed at $1,100,000. This listing's school district is Kaleva Norman Dickson School District. Nearby schools include KND Elementary, Brethren Middle School and Brethren High School. 1306 North Tippy Dam Road is a 12-bed, 15-bath, multi-family home built in 1935.

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