4800 S West Bay Shore Drive

A rare opportunity to create a legacy waterfront estate on iconic M-22 in the heart of Leelanau County. This exceptional one-acre parcel offers 105 feet of private frontage on West Grand Traverse Bay, with an elevated wooded homesite capturing breathtaking panoramic views across the bay to Old Mission Peninsula and beyond. Approximately 25% of the property is forested with mature hardwoods, adding beauty, privacy, and quintessential northern Michigan character. The approved building site is perfectly positioned on a scenic wooded hill, offering privacy, a commanding vantage point, and unobstructed water views. Current septic approval allows buyers to move directly into planning and construction. The property includes two complete sets of custom building plans, featuring two different designs, each created by a separate architectural firm specifically for this propertyâ€"providing a valuable head start and flexibility. Directly across M-22, just eight steps descend to your private beach, ideal for swimming, boating, kayaking, and enjoying the crystal-clear waters of West Grand Traverse Bay. The frontage is suitable for a private dock, for an exceptional northern Michigan waterfront lifestyle. Located just minutes south of Suttons Bay Village and only ten minutes from downtown Traverse City, this property combines tranquility with easy access to wineries, dining, championship golf, marinas, and year-round recreation. Cherry Capital Airport offers convenient nonstop service to major destinations. Whether envisioned as a luxurious year-round residence or extraordinary seasonal retreat, this is one of the area's most compelling vacant waterfront offeringsâ€"a truly build-ready parcel with private frontage, protected views, mature hardwoods, approved septic and building envelopes, and two architect-designed home plans. An unmatched opportunity to create a distinctive legacy property along one of Michigan's most iconic drives.

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