4031 Birch Drive
Honor, MI 49640
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- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,638 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $1,037 per sqft
- 1919 build
- – on site
The Fern Hill Cottage, a historic Lake Michigan shoreline retreat built in 1919 by a Chicago inventor, offers a rare opportunity to own a well-preserved, relaxing lakefront property on Big Platte Lake, renowned for its pristine water, fishing, and river access to Lake Michigan. The current owners have maintained its vintage charm with cedar siding throughout, panoramic windows, and outdoor spaces, while updating key areas like the kitchen, baths, and mechanical systems. Additions to the cottage expanded the living space and have turned this quaint cottage into a sprawling rambler home usable year-round.Located near Sleepy Bear Dunes, Frankfort, and Point Betsie Lighthouse, the cottage provides convenient access to the region's wineries, charming towns, and outdoor attractions, making it an ideal blend of historic charm and modern comfort in Northwest Michigan. This unique investment will bring years of enjoyment and a lifetime of Northern Michigan memories.
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Last updated Jun 15, 2025
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MLS# 65025025896 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1919
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Construction Materials:WoodSiding
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Architectural Style:Ranch
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Roof:Asphalt
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Stories:1
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Foundation Details:CrawlSpace
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Window Features:InsulatedWindows
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Patio And Porch Features:Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Terrace
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Above Grade Finished Area:1638.0
Interior
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Flooring:Wood
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplaces Total:1
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Fireplace Features:LivingRoom, WoodBurning
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Laundry Features:LaundryCloset
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1638.0
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Living Area Units:SquareFeet
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Living Area Source:Other
Location
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Directions:Platte Rd to Birch Pt. Birch Pt. to Birch Drive
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Cross Street:Birch Pt / Birch Dr.
The Property
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Parcel Number:1002500700
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:SingleFamilyResidence
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Lot Features:HillyRavine, Level, LandscapedGroundCover
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Lot Size Acres:0.46
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Lot Size Area:20038.0
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Lot Size Dimensions:100 x 200 x 100 x 200
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Lot Size Units:SquareFeet
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Zoning Description:Residential
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Fencing:DecorativeFence
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Water Frontage Feet:100.0
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Waterfront Features:AllSportsLake, LakeFront, PrivateWaterFrontage, WaterAccessRights
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Water Body Name:Big Platte Lake
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Road Frontage Feet:100
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (616) 250-6751
- Office phone:
- (269) 600-4397
Taxes
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Tax Legal Description:PAR OF LAND IN GOVT LOT 2 BET LOT 25 & LOT 27 PLAT OF BIRCH POINT SHORES ALSO DESC AS COMM AT MEA POST SE COR GL LOT 2 TH N 9 DEG 45' E 161.2 FT TH N 20 DEG W 100 FT TO POB TH N 33 DEG 45' W 25FT TH S 56 DEG 15' W 202 FT TH S 33 DEG 45' E 100 FT TN N 56 DE 15' E 185 FT TH N 20 DEG W TO POB SEC 34 T27N R15W .50 A M/L P.A.
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Tax Assessed Value:213133
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Tax Annual Amount:999.0
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:4
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Full Baths:2
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:ForcedAir, NaturalGas
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Heating:true
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Cooling:CentralAir
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Cooling:true
Utilities
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Sewer:SepticTank
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Water Source:Well
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Microwave
Schools
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High School District:BenzieCountyCentral
The Community
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Waterfront:true
Parking
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Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:2.0
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Attached Garage:true
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Parking Features:Attached, Paved
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Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$1,699,900
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Mortgage
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$9,102
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| Taxes | $83 |
| Insurance | $467 |
| Utilities | $213 See report |
| Total | $9,865/mo.* |
| *This is an estimate |
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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6/3/25
Jun 3, 2025
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Listed / Active | REALCOMP | $1,699,900 |
