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๐ŸŒฒ Glamping Cabins, Log Cabins & Renovation Opportunities

Log cabins, glamping setups, and sun-filled cottagesโ€”waterfront living at every level and price point.

๐ŸŒ… Todayโ€™s 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.

๐Ÿž๏ธ Riverfront Investment & Glamping Retreat โ€“ $495,000

3 Beds โ€ข 3 Baths โ€ข 1,344 sq ft โ€ข 8.5 acres

๐ŸŒฒ A rare riverfront property with two off-grid glamping cabins and strong short-term rental income.

  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ Riverfront beauty along a picturesque river in Southern Vermont

  • ๐Ÿ•๏ธ Two off-grid guest cabins (built 2019 & 2024) with loft sleeping areas and wood/pellet stove hookups

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Projected $60K annual gross from cabins + main home has demonstrated ~$48,634 annually

  • ๐Ÿก Main home updated in 2015 with split heating/cooling (2023)

  • โ›ท๏ธ 10 min to Stratton Mountain Resort, 20 min to Mount Snow

  • ๐ŸŒฒ 8.5 private acres surrounded by mature trees

  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Efficient and comfortable off-grid luxury accommodations for the glamping market

๐Ÿก Lake Louisa Waterfront Retreat โ€“ $399,000

3 Beds โ€ข 2 Baths โ€ข 1,980 sq ft โ€ข Private dock

๐ŸŒŠ A fully renovated lakefront home with your own dock in the gated community of Blue Ridge Shores.

  • ๐Ÿšค Private dock on Lake Louisa โ€” boat, fish, kayak, or swim right from your backyard

  • ๐Ÿ› ๏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

  • ๐Ÿก Golf cart-friendly community with boating, fishing, swimming, tennis/pickleball, walking trails, beaches, and clubhouse

  • ๐Ÿ”‘ Move-in-ready with two finished levels

  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ 60 ft of water frontage on a peaceful, wooded lot

๐ŸŒ… Ballston Lake Sunrise Cottage โ€“ $395,000

5 Beds โ€ข 1 Bath โ€ข 1,980 sq ft โ€ข 1.93 acres

๐Ÿž๏ธ A fixer-upper lakefront cottage with 220 feet of frontage on Ballston Lake.

  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ 220 ft of lake frontage with a private launch for boat or kayak

  • ๐ŸŒ… Sunroom overlooking the water for morning coffee and sunrises

  • ๐ŸŒธ Huge side yard with space for a dream garden and fireside sโ€™mores

  • ๐Ÿฆ… Ballston Lake hosts abundant wildlife including a pair of eagles

  • ๐Ÿ  New roof and new siding (2024) โ€” bring your vision for the interior

  • ๐Ÿ‡ Close to Saratoga Race Track, Broadway, walking trails, and bike paths

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Wood-burning stove for cozy nights

  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Fixer-upper with tremendous potential as a year-round oasis, weekend retreat, or Airbnb

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Round Lake Waterfront Entertainer โ€“ $379,900

2 Beds โ€ข 2 Baths โ€ข 1,320 sq ft โ€ข 3,484 sq ft lot

๐ŸŒ… A delightful lakefront home on Mandon Lake with a private dock, tiki bar, sauna, and hot tub.

  • ๐Ÿšค Private dock and private beach area on all-sports Mandon Lake

  • ๐Ÿ› Sauna + hot tub for year-round relaxation

  • ๐Ÿน Charming tiki bar on the large back deck with panoramic lake views

  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Spacious primary suite with private balcony overlooking the water, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath

  • ๐Ÿก Private boat launch directly adjacent to the home

  • ๐Ÿ”ง Recent updates include new well, city sewer connection, new furnace, water softener, and newer hot water tank

  • ๐ŸŒณ Trees and shrubbery provide a private lakefront experience

๐Ÿš๏ธ๐Ÿ’ง $260,000 โ€” a renovated log cabin on the Muskegon River with 100 ft of private frontage + a 2-stall garage.
โœจ Stunning stone fireplace + soaring wood ceilings + private stairway to the river. 89 saves in 1 day.

โญ Standouts
โ€ข ๐ŸŽฃ Direct river access โ€” salmon, steelhead, trout fishing + kayaking
โ€ข ๐Ÿ”จ Fully renovated while keeping authentic log character
โ€ข ๐ŸŒฒ Over half an acre with towering pines + enclosed porch
โ€ข ๐Ÿ“ˆ Zestimate $233,700 โ†’ priced at $260k. Sold for $199k in 2023.

Log cabin. Riverfront. Garage. Why's the Zestimate $26k under ask? ๐Ÿ‘‡

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