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Northern Michigan Wilderness Retreat
For Sale
$6,200,000

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther, MI 49656

670-acre Northern Michigan retreat with lodge, cabins, and private lake.

Property Size22,755 SF
Lot Size670.00 Acres
Price / SF$525.42
Days on Market326

Property Features for 3943 N Skookum Road

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 22,755 SF
Lot size 670.00 Acres
Property subtype Business Opportunity

Building Details

Building Size 22,755 SF
Year Built 2007
Listing Agency: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC
Listed By: Jonathan Crane · License #6501400690
Source: Phgrealty
Added: Oct 2, 2025 Changed: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 11:46AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Rockwell Lake Lodge presents an opportunity to own nearly 670 acres of Northern Michigan wilderness, featuring a private 40-acre lake. The land includes rolling hills, mature hardwoods, planted pines, wetlands, and elevated ridges. Rockwell Lake is home to largemouth bass, bluegill, and walleye. The property supports abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, black bear, and grouse. The centerpiece is the 11,800+ sq. ft. Rockwell Lodge, built in 2007, featuring 10 private hotel-style rooms with en-suite baths, fireplaces, and balconies, along with a grand lobby, conference and dining areas, and a full commercial kitchen. Additional lodging includes four two-story cabins built in 2007-2008 with bunk space, classrooms, and apartments, plus a renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence updated in 2021. A 2,400 sq. ft. heated maintenance building with carport and supporting outbuildings provide storage and operational support. Property infrastructure includes propane heat, multiple generators (up to 150 kW for full lodge backup), fiber internet, a security system with cameras, and private well and septic systems. Event capacity includes well over 100 guests indoors or outdoors, with a lakeside patio, firepit, trails, docks, and parking for 25+ vehicles. The property is perimeter fenced and includes forestry resources, and over 10 miles of mapped trails. The property is suited for hospitality, a private estate, corporate retreat, hunting and fishing lodge, or long-term conservation investment.

Key Highlights

  • Nearly 670 acres of pristine Northern Michigan wilderness with a private 40‑acre lake.
  • Discover the 11,800+ sq. ft. Rockwell Lodge (built in 2007) featuring 10 hotel‑style rooms, en‑suite baths, fireplaces, balconies, grand lobby, conference/dining areas, and commercial kitchen.
  • Proven income‑generating potential with established wedding and retreat business.

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Rockwell Lake Lodge Hotel & Motel Hillsdale College Biological College

Suggested Use

Top Pick Bed & Breakfast Hotel & Motel

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49656, MI

1,535
Population
1,612
Households
1
Avg Household Size
52
Median Age
11%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
117.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
13
Density / Sq Mi
$55,781
Median Household Income
$31,515
Median Earnings
$922
Median Rent
$120,600
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Resort - 670-acre Northern Michigan retreat with lodge, cabins, and private lake.
Where is this resort located?
The property is located at 3943 N Skookum Road Luther, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $6,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nearly 670 acres of pristine Northern Michigan wilderness with a private 40‑acre lake.; Discover the **11,800+ sq. ft. Rockwell Lodge** (built in 2007) featuring 10 hotel‑style rooms, en‑suite baths, fireplaces, balconies, grand lobby, conference/dining areas, and commercial kitchen.; Proven income‑generating potential with established wedding and retreat business.
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