6458 Richardson Rd, Howell, MI 48843

Welcome to Chenango Lake Preserve, a rare gem in Livingston County where solitude and serenity awaits at this spectacular 147 +/- acre property that consists of beautiful heavily wooded hilly terrain and a park-like setting overlooking spring fed Chenango Lake. This year-round recreational playground, family estate, corporate retreat or a combination of many amazing uses is only 5 miles from the popular downtown Brighton. As you enter this pristine property, a beautiful private road takes you through a mile long tunnel of trees to the heart of this Pure Michigan Paradise where you'll find the secluded spring fed Chenango Lake. The rolling wooded terrain and elevation changes on this lakefront property are features that you're more likely to find on remote properties in Northern Michigan. This one-of-a-kind property has over 1,200 feet of lake frontage on the 29-acre all-sports Chenango Lake that is surrounded by over 1,500 acres of undeveloped state land. Chenango Lake Preserve boasts being the only private owned land on Chenango Lake. The majestic Oak, Maple and Pine Trees line the ridges of the hilly wooded terrain on the property and around the lake. The Oak and Maple Trees change from an emerald green in the summertime to gorgeous vibrant colors in the early to mid-fall. The property has 1,400 +/- feet of road frontage on Schafer Road and 2,000 +/- feet of frontage on Richardson Road. There are several potential parcel splits available on this property. Contact Hayden Outdoors for more information. The 3,000 square foot lodge is nestled in the perfect spot overlooking Chenango Lake. The Lodge features a spectacular large, covered wrap-around screened in porch with beautiful lake views. The perfect spot to enjoy your morning cup of coffee with mother nature and watch the day come alive or enjoy the magnificent sunsets over Chenango Lake. The majestic two-sided indoor-outdoor stone fireplace can be enjoyed outside from the screened in porch area and also on the inside of the charming rustic lodge. This natural wood burning fireplace is a popular spot for guests to gather and relax with family and friends. The Lodge also features an impressive dining hall and dining room with updated tongue and grove knotty pine siding on the walls to maintain that rustic appeal. Right off the dining room area is an updated commercial kitchen with all of the amenities to handle large family gatherings, corporate events, weddings, birthdays and many other events. The lower level of the Lodge makes for a great storage area. There is a comfortable 1,200 square foot 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath ranch style home with a partially finished basement and a detached 2.5 car garage near the entrance of the property right off Richardson Road. The property also has 5 cabins on the property for guests to stay including the following: Lakeview Cabin - This 2,750 square foot cabin sleeps 40 people and includes Men and Women bathrooms with showers and has electric power with a forced air furnace. Ridgeview Cabin - This 2,620 square foot cabin also sleeps 40 and has the same amenities as the Lakeview Cabin. The remaining 3 cabins range in size from 440 square feet to 840 square feet and all have electricity & water and can accommodate guests for various events on the property. The rustic wood frame horse barn overlooks a beautiful, lush pasture near the center of the property. This property would make a spectacular equestrian property with its amenities and surrounding trail system. There are 11 outbuildings on the property totaling over 12,000 square feet that all have electricity including the small beach house located just off the lake that is currently being used for storage. Properties like Chenango Lake Preserve only come available once in a lifetime! Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own one of the finest recreational properties in Southeast Michigan.