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๐ฒ Glamping Cabins, Log Cabins & Renovation Opportunities
Log cabins, glamping setups, and sun-filled cottagesโwaterfront living at every level and price point.
๐ Todayโs Waterfront Picks: 5 Dreamy Properties by the Water
Every day, new waterfront properties are listed โ but these five? They offer the perfect blend of stunning views, luxurious living, and serene locations.
From Vermont rivers to Michigan lakes, these properties offer investment potential, turnkey retreats, and glamping experiences on private water frontage.
๐๏ธ Riverfront Investment & Glamping Retreat โ $495,000


3 Beds โข 3 Baths โข 1,344 sq ft โข 8.5 acres
๐ฒ A rare riverfront property with two off-grid glamping cabins and strong short-term rental income.
๐๏ธ Riverfront beauty along a picturesque river in Southern Vermont
๐๏ธ Two off-grid guest cabins (built 2019 & 2024) with loft sleeping areas and wood/pellet stove hookups
๐ฐ Projected $60K annual gross from cabins + main home has demonstrated ~$48,634 annually
๐ก Main home updated in 2015 with split heating/cooling (2023)
โท๏ธ 10 min to Stratton Mountain Resort, 20 min to Mount Snow
๐ฒ 8.5 private acres surrounded by mature trees
๐ Efficient and comfortable off-grid luxury accommodations for the glamping market
๐ก Lake Louisa Waterfront Retreat โ $399,000


3 Beds โข 2 Baths โข 1,980 sq ft โข Private dock
๐ A fully renovated lakefront home with your own dock in the gated community of Blue Ridge Shores.
๐ค Private dock on Lake Louisa โ boat, fish, kayak, or swim right from your backyard
๐ ๏ธ Thoughtfully renovated throughout โ new HVAC, roof, flooring, countertops, stainless steel appliances, deck, and driveway
โ๏ธ Sun-filled open floor plan with expansive rear decks and patios overlooking the lake
๐ก Golf cart-friendly community with boating, fishing, swimming, tennis/pickleball, walking trails, beaches, and clubhouse
๐ Move-in-ready with two finished levels
๐๏ธ 60 ft of water frontage on a peaceful, wooded lot
๐ Ballston Lake Sunrise Cottage โ $395,000


5 Beds โข 1 Bath โข 1,980 sq ft โข 1.93 acres
๐๏ธ A fixer-upper lakefront cottage with 220 feet of frontage on Ballston Lake.
๐๏ธ 220 ft of lake frontage with a private launch for boat or kayak
๐ Sunroom overlooking the water for morning coffee and sunrises
๐ธ Huge side yard with space for a dream garden and fireside sโmores
๐ฆ Ballston Lake hosts abundant wildlife including a pair of eagles
๐ New roof and new siding (2024) โ bring your vision for the interior
๐ Close to Saratoga Race Track, Broadway, walking trails, and bike paths
๐ฅ Wood-burning stove for cozy nights
๐ ๏ธ Fixer-upper with tremendous potential as a year-round oasis, weekend retreat, or Airbnb
๐๏ธ Round Lake Waterfront Entertainer โ $379,900


2 Beds โข 2 Baths โข 1,320 sq ft โข 3,484 sq ft lot
๐ A delightful lakefront home on Mandon Lake with a private dock, tiki bar, sauna, and hot tub.
๐ค Private dock and private beach area on all-sports Mandon Lake
๐ Sauna + hot tub for year-round relaxation
๐น Charming tiki bar on the large back deck with panoramic lake views
๐๏ธ Spacious primary suite with private balcony overlooking the water, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath
๐ก Private boat launch directly adjacent to the home
๐ง Recent updates include new well, city sewer connection, new furnace, water softener, and newer hot water tank
๐ณ Trees and shrubbery provide a private lakefront experience

๐๏ธ๐ง $260,000 โ a renovated log cabin on the Muskegon River with 100 ft of private frontage + a 2-stall garage.
โจ Stunning stone fireplace + soaring wood ceilings + private stairway to the river. 89 saves in 1 day.
โญ Standouts
โข ๐ฃ Direct river access โ salmon, steelhead, trout fishing + kayaking
โข ๐จ Fully renovated while keeping authentic log character
โข ๐ฒ Over half an acre with towering pines + enclosed porch
โข ๐ Zestimate $233,700 โ priced at $260k. Sold for $199k in 2023.
Log cabin. Riverfront. Garage. Why's the Zestimate $26k under ask? ๐
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