$599,000
Pentwater, MI 49449
MLS# 26015719
4 beds | 1 baths | 1715 sqft
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Open House (04/18/2026 - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Property Description
OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, 4/18 @ 12:00 - 1:30 pm - BASS LAKE IN PENTWATER - An inviting opportunity to own a piece of Bass Lake history with 183 feet of private frontage on desirable Bass Lake! This cherished seasonal cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years and offers an incredible setting on an all-sports lake known for its beauty and recreation. Enjoy west facing views of the water from the covered front porch. The cottage is full of character, featuring a welcoming open-concept main floor with living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room - perfect for enjoying cool lake evenings. A full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, providing plenty of room for guests and family gatherings. The home has vinyl siding and a roof estimated to be approximately 15 years old. Please note, this is a seasonal cottage with no central heat, and it is not insulated or drywalled - offering the perfect
Details
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Location Property Info
County: Mason
Street #: 6461
Street Direction: S
Street Name: Shields
Suffix: Road
State: MI
Zip Code: 49449
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $599,000
Current Price: $599,000
Listing Date: 2026-04-15
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.84
Lot Square Footage: 36600
Lot Dimensions: 183 x 200
Year Built: 1900
Road Frontage: 183
Garage Y/N: No
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 8
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1715
SqFt Above Grade: 1715
Building Total SqFt: 1715
Total Beds Above Grade: 4
Total Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 1
Total Baths: 1
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 2
School District: Ludington
Elementary School: Ludington Elementary School
Middle School: Oj Dejonge Middle School
High School: Ludington High School
# of Outbuildings: 2
Association YN: No
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Bass Lake
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Bass Lake
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 53-014-552-001-00
Taxable Value: 250582
SEV: 397000
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 11048.01
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Type: Unknown
Zoning: RR
Remarks Misc
Directions: From US-10 to S Pere Marquette Hwy, South on PM Hwy to Schlik Rd, West on Schlik Rd - road curves to the right and turn into Shields Ave, Northwest on Shields Ave to property on West
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 183
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Upper Bedrooms: 4
Upper Level Square Feet: 832
Total Baths Above Grade: 1
Main Rooms
Main Full Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 883
Outbuilding 1
Outbuilding Description: Storage Shed
Outbuilding 2
Outbuilding Description: Storage Shed
Property Features
Water Type: Lake
Laundry Features: None
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
Roofing: Composition; Shingle
Windows: Replacement
Substructure: Other
Lot Description: Recreational; Wooded
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; High Speed Internet; Phone Available
Fireplace: Living Room; Wood Burning
Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Heat Source: None
Heat Type: None
Flooring: Wood
Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch(es)
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Architectural Style: Bungalow; Craftsman
Driveway: Gravel
Street Type: Dirt; Private
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Possession: Close Of Escrow; Close Plus 6 to 29 Days
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
opportunity for a buyer to restore and update the space with their own personal touch or embrace the original rustic cottage experience.
Outside, enjoy expansive private water frontage and sandy bottom walk out water access ideal for boating, swimming, and soaking in lake life. A gravel driveway provides access to the property, and two outbuildings offer additional storage for lake toys and equipment.
Whether you choose to preserve this historic getaway or build your custom dream home, this property offers exceptional frontage, privacy, and endless potential in a highly sought-after location. Buyer to verify all information.
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Length | Width | Level | Width |
| Living Room | 26.00 | 26.00 | 14.00 | Main | 14.00 |
| Dining Area | 20.00 | 20.00 | 15.00 | Main | 15.00 |
| Kitchen | 10.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | Main | 10.00 |
| Primary Bathroom | 10.00 | 10.00 | 4.00 | Main | 4.00 |
| Primary Bedroom | 15.00 | 15.00 | 18.00 | Upper | 18.00 |
| Bedroom 2 | 12.00 | 12.00 | 21.00 | Upper | 21.00 |
| Bedroom 3 | 12.00 | 12.00 | 16.00 | Upper | 16.00 |
| Bedroom 4 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 13.00 | Upper | 13.00 |
Seller's Disclosure 
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Listing Office: Greenridge Realty S Rath
Listing Agent: Debby Stevenson
Last Updated: April - 16 - 2026
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