$8,500,000
240± Acres
New Listing
Newaygo County, Michigan

Skipperville Lodge / Newaygo County / 240 acres / Land & Lodge For Sale

ID: 83996
Status: New Listing
Price: $8,500,000
Acres: 240
Price Per Acre: $35,417
Type: Farms, Hunting Land, Ranches, Recreational Land, Residential Property, Undeveloped Land, Lakefront, Timberland, Commercial, Horse Property, Single Family, Lot, Business Opportunity
Address: 953 E 136TH ST
City, State: Grant, Michigan
County: Newaygo
Zip Code: 49327

Description

Welcome to Skipperville Lodge — a premier 240-acre estate nestled in scenic Newaygo County, Michigan, just 35 minutes (29 miles) from downtown Grand Rapids and Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Offered for the first time ever, this legacy property has been held within the same family for decades and is now available to the public — a rare opportunity to own one of West Michigan’s most unique and versatile private estates. Featuring a custom-built main lodge that blends rustic lodge architecture with hand-crafted Victorian elegance, Skipperville Lodge offers luxurious accommodations, expansive private lakes, premium infrastructure, and world-class outdoor amenities.


Property Overview

  • Location: Newaygo County, MI

  • Proximity: 35 minutes (29 miles)to Grand Rapids & 45 minutes GRR International Airport

  • Total Acreage: 240 acres

  • Road Frontage: Over 6,500 ft of paved road frontage

  • Development Potential: Dozens of premier building sites throughout the property

  • Legacy Ownership: First time ever on the market after decades in the same family

Residences

  • Main Lodge: 5,000 sq ft | 5 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms

    • Custom-built with a unique blend of lodge design and hand-crafted Victorian details

  • Guest House: 1,200 sq ft | 3 bedrooms | 1 bathroom

Structures & Utilities

  • Workshop: 2,385 sq ft

  • Power: 480V 3-phase electric service

  • Water/Sewer: Multiple wells and septic systems strategically located throughout the property to support future building or venue expansion, as well as regimented commercial crop irrigation

Water Features

  • Private Lakes: 30 acres of stocked lakes including 10 acre "Skipperville Lake"

    • Includes docks, fountains, multiple boat launch locations

    • Premier waterfowl hunting opportunities

Outdoor & Recreational Amenities

  • Trails: Over 3 miles of manicured paths

  • Shooting Range: 750-yard custom-built range

  • Hunting: 24 established stand locations with heated, custom blinds.  

  • Hunting History:  Countless annual, record book whitetail archery harvests 

Agriculture & Expansion

  • Farm Ground: 88 acres of fully irrigated land

  • Zoning/Infrastructure: Turnkey-ready for event venue, corporate retreat, equestrian facility, golf course, or homestead expansion.  Several locations suited for helicopter ingress/egress 


Skipperville Lodge is more than a property — it’s a generational opportunity. Combining architectural excellence, unmatched natural beauty, and development-ready infrastructure, this one-of-a-kind estate is ready to carry its legacy forward with a new steward.

Contact Listing Agent Riley Welch To Schedule Your Private Showing Today:

Riley Welch
616-404-4490
riley@mossyoakproperties.com

 

 

 

 

Directions: Head North on M-37 to the town of Ashland.  From Ashland, head east approximately 3/4 mile on E 136th St.  The main lodge and 80 acres will be on the north side of the road, and the guest house, shop, and 160 acres will be on the south side of the road.  Please do not stop unless scheduled showing with the listing agent has been officially scheduled 

Additional Details

Home Details

Sq Ft: 5000.00
Beds: 8
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 1
Year Built: 2001
Stories: 2.5
Architecture Style: Barndominium, Cabin, Contemporary, Farmhouse, Victorian
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating: Ceiling, Central, Forced Air
Fireplaces: 2

Additional Info

School District: Grant Public Schools
Wildlife: Big Game, Dove, Ducks, Geese, Other, Pheasants, Quail, Small Game, Turkey, Whitetail Deer
Recreation: ATV Trails, Bike Trails, Bird Watching, Equestrian Trails, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Hunting, Other, Watersports
Water Access: Beach Access, Creek, Lake, Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Navigable Water, Pond, Stream, Waterfront
Rights: Mineral, Natural Gas, Oil, Other, Water, Wind
Improvements: Barn, Boat Ramp, Boat/Fishing Dock, Cabana, Cabin, Farm House, Fencing, Garage, Gazebo, Guest House, Irrigation System, Other, Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen, Pond, Pool House, RV/Boat Storage, Residence, Second Garage, See Remarks, Shed, Storage, Well, Workshop
Fencing: See Remarks
Soil: Clay Loam, Loam, Loamy Sand, Sandy Loam
Crops: Apples, Asparagus, Beans, Hay, Other, Soybean, Walnuts, Wheat
Road Type: Asphalt, Chip And Seal, Concrete, Paved
Road Frontage: County Road, Road
Horse Amenities: Hay Storage, Other, Paddocks, Pasture, Riding Trail, Tack Room, Trailer Storage, Wash Rack
Vegetation: Brush, Cleared, Crop(s), Grassed, Heavily Wooded, Natural State, Other, Partially Wooded, See Remarks, Wooded
Current Use: Agricultural, Commercial, Farm, Fishery, Highway/Tourist Service, Horses, Hunting, Investment, Mixed Use, Nursery, Office, Orchard, Other, Pasture, Plantable, Ranch, Recreational, Residential, Row Crops, Single Family, Timber, Tree Farm, Vacant, Warehouse
Possible Use: Agricultural, Automotive, Cattle, Commercial, Dairy, Development, Farm, Fishery, Grazing, Highway/Tourist Service, Horses, Hunting, Industrial, Investment, Livestock, Manufactured Home, Medical/Dental, Mini Storage, Mixed Use, Multi-Family, Nursery, Office, Orchard, Other, Pasture, Place of Worship, Plantable, Poultry, Ranch, Recreational, Residential, Retail, Row Crops, See Remarks, Single Family, Subdevelopment, Subdivision, Timber, Tree Farm, Unimproved, Vacant, Vineyard, Warehouse

Financial

Tax ID: 23-29-300-001, 23-32-100-002 , 23-32-100-001
Legal Description:

(1) S 1/2 Sw 1/4 Sec 29 T11 N R12 W 80 A M/L

(2) E 1/2 E 1/2 Nw 1/4 Sec 32 T11 N R12 W 40 A M/L

(3) W 1/2 E 1/2 Nw 1/4 Also W 1/2 Nw 1/4 Sec 32 T11 N R12 W 120 A M/L

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