Tippy Dam Lodge
For Sale
$900,000
1306 N Tippy Dam Road, Wellston, MI 49689
Multi Family, Wellston, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size22.24 Acres
Days on Market442
Property Features for 1306 N Tippy Dam Road
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
12
Full bathrooms
15
Half bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bedroom 5, Bathroom 14, Bathroom 7, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 8, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 8, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 9, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 13, Bedroom 10, Bathroom 5, Bedroom 11, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 10, Basement, Bathroom 12, Bedroom 12, Bathroom 15, Bedroom 9, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 11, Bedroom 7, Bathroom 3
Parking
30
Parking features
Paved or Surfaced
Basement
Crawl Space, Full
Lot features
Level, Adj to Public Land, Recreational, Wooded
Elementary school district
Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
Middle school district
Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
High school district
Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
Directions
From M-55, turn north on Tippy Dam Road to property.
Subdivision
MasonOceanaManistee - O
Standard status
Active
APN
05-136-400-10
Lot size
22.24 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
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
Tax Annual Amount
8117
Legal Description
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
Utilities
Utilities
Electricity Available
Sewer type
Septic Tank
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Window Unit(s)
Water source
Well
Water front
1
Amenities
lighted pathway
commercial appliances
Building Details
Year built
1935
Number of units
5
Building materials
Wood Siding
Roof type
Composition
Listing Agency:
GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington
(231) 843-6868
Listed By:
Bob Budreau · License #6502356674
(231) 690-8127
Added: Jul 21, 2025
Changed: Sep 16
Last Checked: Oct 5 at 9:06PM
MLS# 25036122
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Tippy Dam Lodge is a hospitality property comprising dedicated sleeping quarters, a recreation and conference center, and a separate kitchen and dining building equipped with commercial appliances. Two traditional-style homes provide additional lodging or residential space. The improvements date to 1935 and include wood siding, composition roofing, forced-air heat, window-unit cooling, paved or surfaced parking, well water, septic service, and available electricity.
The 22.24-acre property overlooks the Big Manistee River and includes public access to the lower portion of the dam on its eastern side. Manistee National Forest adjoins the western boundary. The setting supports access to salmon and steelhead fishing, hiking, paddling, ORV routes, and snowmobile trails. Caberfae ski resort, Little River Casino, Lake Michigan, golf, and additional ORV trails are also identified in the surrounding area.
The 22.24-acre property overlooks the Big Manistee River and includes public access to the lower portion of the dam on its eastern side. Manistee National Forest adjoins the western boundary. The setting supports access to salmon and steelhead fishing, hiking, paddling, ORV routes, and snowmobile trails. Caberfae ski resort, Little River Casino, Lake Michigan, golf, and additional ORV trails are also identified in the surrounding area.
Key Highlights
- 22.24‑acre hospitality property overlooking the Big Manistee River
- Sleeping quarters, recreation and conference center, and kitchen/dining building
- Commercial appliances installed in the kitchen and dining facility
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Demographics for 49689, MI
1,540
Population
1,611
Households
1
Avg Household Size
54
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
80.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
19
Density / Sq Mi
$62,138
Median Household Income
$40,547
Median Earnings
$763
Median Rent
$141,200
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Resort - Multi-building hospitality property with guest sleeping quarters, event space, and a commercial kitchen and dining facility.
Where is this resort located?
The property is located at 1306 N Tippy Dam Road Wellston, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $900,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 22.24‑acre hospitality property overlooking the Big Manistee River; Sleeping quarters, recreation and conference center, and kitchen/dining building; Commercial appliances installed in the kitchen and dining facility
