$299,000

Currently being used as a short-term rental and offered partially turnkey, creating an opportunity to step into a lake retreat with much of what you already need in place. There's something about life near Lake Michigan that feels a little different—and 4292 Pier Road puts you right in the middle of it. Tucked into a private one-acre setting less than a mile from the lake, this charming two-bedroom cottage feels like your own little escape along Michigan's beautiful shoreline. Inside, natural light fills the open, airy floor plan, where thoughtful updates mingle with just enough character to give the home a personality all its own. Outside is where the magic continues. There's room to garden, gather around the firepit under the stars, tinker in the outbuilding, or simply sit back and listen to the sounds of summer. Throw the beach chairs in the car, chase a Lake Michigan sunset, spend the afternoon exploring nearby farm stands and wineries, or head into St. Joseph or South Haven for dinner—then come home to the peace and privacy of your own acre. Whether it becomes a year-round home, weekend getaway or simply a place to slow life down a little, 4292 Pier Road captures that wonderfully easygoing Southwest Michigan lifestyle where the lake is close, the sunsets are spectacular, and home feels like an escape.