
Residential Land with Home for Sale in Idlewild, Michigan
5885 S Shallow Dr, Idlewild, MI 49642
Two Homes on 5 Acres in Historic Idlewild, MI - Investment Opportunity
Unique opportunity in Historic Idlewild, Michigan featuring two homes on 5 private acres with a bluff and scenic creek offering fishing and wildlife viewing. Originally planned for Airbnb glamping/camping and resort use, this property is ideal for investment, short-term rental, personal residence, or business use.
Home 1 offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, living room, walk-in pantry, laundry room, full basement, with additional potential.
Home 2 features a studio-style layout with full kitchen, full bath, designated space for one bedroom, sun patio, and an attached one-car garage.
Property includes a private driveway, and private well. It has been cleared out, and renovations have been started, providing a strong value-add opportunity. Ample land for recreation, farming, expansion, or additional income streams.
Great investment with multiple use possibilities. Appliances inside the home are included.
Location
- Street address
- 5885 S Shallow Dr
- County
- Lake County
- Community
- Cherry Valley TWP
- School district
- Baldwin
Directions
From US-10 in Idlewild, turn south onto S Shallow Dr. Continue south on S Shallow Dr.
Property details
- Acreage
- 5 acres
- MLS #
- REALCOMP 20261000301
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $2,506
Parcels
- 1003207700
Legal description
CV32 11-2 E 1/2 SE 1/4 SW 1/4 SW 1/4. SEC 32 T18N R12W. 5 A
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Heating
- Electric, Propane
Interior
- Room Count
- 5
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2026 | Price increase | $329,500 | $79,600 31.9% | REALCOMP |
| Jan 4, 2026 | New listing | $249,900 | — | REALCOMP |








