Experience the quiet majesty of Northern Michigan with this remarkable handcrafted log home nestled on 20 private acres of unspoiled natural beauty and 2000 ft of pristine St. Mary's River Frontage where Freighters paint the Horizon daily. Each day brings a new ship and a new story, unfolding just beyond your doorstep.. A true sanctuary for those seeking privacy and serenity. This custom-built 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a spacious open loft showcases timeless craftsmanship and rustic sophistication. At its heart, a magnificent 2-story hand-laid stone fireplace anchors the great room, with expansive windows framing uninterrupted views of the river and surrounding wilderness. Home features a open concept kitchen and dining area along with a 40-foot screened-in porch perfect for morning coffee or sunset relaxation. A wraparound deck offers panoramic views of the St. Mary's River, where you can watch the majestic freighters pass by. a 3-stall garage provides ample room for all your adventure gear, snowmobiles, kayaks, ATVs or camper, The riverfront offers direct boating access while the calm waters are ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and other watersports, creating a true four-season escape. Whether you are looking for a year-round residence, family getaway, or one-of-a-kind vacation rental, this Sugar Island Gem offers timeless character, convenience and extraordinary privacy.
For sale
$599,000
2017 S Whitehead Rd, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
2beds
1,742sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
20 Acres Lot
$564,700 Zestimate®
$344/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Handcrafted log homeDirect boating accessWraparound deckDining areaOpen concept kitchenExpansive windows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 09:35am
Listed by:
MARY JO WESTON 906-440-3450,
Smith & Company Real Estate 800-554-0511
Source: EUPBR,MLS#: 25-474

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Heating
- Electric, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Windows: Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,742
- Total interior livable area: 1,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed Porch, Open Deck, Porch Covered
- Fencing: Wood
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: St. Mary's River
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Dimensions: 20 Acres
- Features: On Island, On Water, Lawn, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 01301500300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log - Full
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Condition
- Age: 31 - 50
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Drilled Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sault Sainte Marie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $344/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,023
- Date on market: 6/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Unimproved
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