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Lakefront Retreat Resort
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For Sale
$2,300,000

9325 Dwight Boyer Road, Watervliet, MI 49098

Commercial Sale, Watervliet, MI

Property Size26,320 SF
Lot Size101.00 Acres
Price / SF$87.39
Days on Market1

Property Features for 9325 Dwight Boyer Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description RE
Bathrooms 17
Full bathrooms 17
Rooms Bathroom 3, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 8, Bathroom 10, Bathroom 13, Bathroom 15, Bathroom 17, Bathroom 7, Bathroom 16, Bathroom 11, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 9, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 14, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 12, Bathroom 5
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Watervliet
Middle school district Watervliet
High school district Watervliet
Directions The main entrance driveway for Ronora Lodge & Retreat Center is on the north side of Dwight Boyer Road about 1/2 mile east of M-140. There is a sign at the entrance driveway.
Standard status Active
APN 11-21-0012-0003-04-3
Size 26,320 SF
Lot size 101.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Legal description available upon request
Tax Annual Amount 18411
Legal Description Legal description available upon request

Utilities

Utilities Propane
Sewer type Septic Tank
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Window Unit(s), Central Air
Water source Well
Water front 1

Amenities

horseshoes
basketball
soccer
pickleball
sand volleyball
trails
greenhouse
commercial kitchen
event space
fireplace
patio
deck
screened porch

Building Details

Year built 1934
Floors in Building 6
Number of units 6
Listing Agency: Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
Listed By: Emily E Wilke
Added: Oct 5 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 11:06PM
MLS# 26052893

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 101-acre retreat property combines overnight lodging, gathering space, and recreational amenities. Accommodations include several houses and lodges with kitchens and living areas, while the dining hall offers a commercial kitchen, event space, and bathrooms with showers. The buildings include a 10-bedroom lodge, a six-bedroom house, and multiple smaller lodging units. A greenhouse and pole barn round out the improvements, and outdoor amenities include courts and fields for several sports.

Private-lake frontage and approximately 1.5 miles of trails support outdoor activities across the grounds. About 6 acres of open land sit beside the 1,250-square-foot greenhouse. The property is north of Watervliet and east of Paw Paw Lake, with Lake Michigan approximately 15 minutes away and I-94 just to the south. A conservation easement held by the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy protects the property's natural features.

Key Highlights

  • 101‑acre property with frontage on a private lake
  • Lodging capacity for up to 75 guests
  • Approximately 1.5 miles of trails

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$140,648
Cap Rate
6.12%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,812,960 $2.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$2,009,257 $2.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,562,756 $1.6M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 26,320 SF
Gross rent
$394.8K $15.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$98.7K −$3.75/SF
EGI
$296.1K $11.25/SF
− OpEx
−$155.5K −$5.91/SF
NOI
$140.6K $5.34/SF
Area
Berrien County, MI
Vacancy
25.00%
Lease Rate
$15.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
52.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,812,960
Cap Rate 7%
$2,009,257
Cap Rate 9%
$1,562,756

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Hotel Hospitality
$2.01M
$1.76M – $2.34M (±1% cap)
NOI $140,648 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.12%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$5.54M
$4.85M – $6.46M (±1% cap)
NOI $387,690 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16.86%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Ronora Lodge and Retreat ... Hotel & Motel Bonfire Pit Resort Parking for Trilogy Resort Fine Tool Journal ... Trade Show Venue

Suggested Use

Top Pick Plumbing Service Big Box & Wholesale Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

16
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49098, MI

5,739
Population
3,032
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
32.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
176
Density / Sq Mi
$56,899
Median Household Income
$30,278
Median Earnings
$1,253
Median Rent
$150,500
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Resort - Lodging, event facilities, and outdoor recreation are set across a wooded property with private-lake frontage.
Where is this resort located?
The property is located at 9325 Dwight Boyer Road Watervliet, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,300,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 101‑acre property with frontage on a private lake; Lodging capacity for up to 75 guests; Approximately 1.5 miles of trails
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