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Sold for $1,056,000 on 10/03/25
  • $1,056,000

    5434 W Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

    2beds
    632sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.8 Acres Lot
    $1,056,000 Zestimate®
    $1,671/sqft
    $1,389 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Opportunities like this don’t come up often—here is your chance to be on Big Glen at an unbeatable price! Welcome to The White Cottage—a charming vintage getaway nestled on the beautiful southeast corner of Big Glen Lake. With approximately 68 feet of prime sandy frontage, this classic 2-story cottage offers stunning sunset views, this spot is all about location! The two-story cottage is raised slightly, offering cozy main-level living and kitchen space with two sleeping areas upstairs. It’s cute, functional, and has a proven summer rental record. Since it is being sold "Turn-Key," it is ready to enjoy or rent right away! The lot is 0.85 acres, private and deep, with plenty of space off the road. While there’s currently no dock, one could be added to maximize lakefront enjoyment. Shared septic with the main house. Usable now and full of potential—this is your chance to own on Big Glen at a great price.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 04, 2025 at 06:48am

    Listed by:

    Betsy Webb 231-645-0338,

    Serbin Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Thomas Alflen, 6501303821

    EXIT Northern Shores-TC

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1934377MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 113.05
    • Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.5
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 87.3
    • Dimensions: 9.7 x 9
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: None
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 135
    • Dimensions: 15 x 9
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 212.75
    • Dimensions: 18.5 x 11.5
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace, Propane, Fireplace(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: None
    Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s), Cable TV
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Michigan Basement
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 632
    • Total interior livable area: 632 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 632
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: None, Dirt
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Bay, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Bay
    • Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Vegetation to Water Edge, Lake
    • Body of water: Big Glen Lake
    • Frontage type: Waterfront
    • Frontage length: 67
    Lot
    • Size: 0.80 Acres
    • Dimensions: 66.75 x 300
    • Features: Cleared, Wooded, Metes and Bounds
    Details
    • Additional structures: None
    • Parcel number: 45-005-011-032-00
    • Zoning description: Residential

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Shared Septic
    • Water: Private

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: None
    Location
    • Region: Glen Arbor
    • Subdivision: Big Glen Lake

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Services included: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
    • Ownership type: Private Owner
    • Road surface type: Asphalt