4800 S West Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Property Description

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, paired with a beautifully elevated wooded homesite that captures breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the bay to Old Mission Peninsula and beyond. The approved building site is perfectly positioned on a scenic wooded hill, providing a commanding vantage point, exceptional privacy, and unobstructed water views. A current septic approval allows buyers to move directly into the planning and construction process. 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, creating the ultimate northern Michigan waterfront lifestyle. Located just minutes south of Suttons Bay Village and only a ten-minute drive to downtown Traverse City, this property combines the tranquility of northern Michigan living with convenient access to renowned wineries, exceptional dining, championship golf, marinas, and year-round recreation. As one of the Midwest's fastest-growing national and international travel destinations, Traverse City offers a vibrant cultural scene, world-class amenities, and the convenience of Cherry Capital Airport, providing nonstop service to major destinations and making travel effortless for homeowners and guests alike. Whether envisioned as a luxurious year-round residence or an extraordinary seasonal retreat, this is one of the area's most compelling vacant waterfront offerings—a truly build-ready parcel with private frontage, protected views, and an unmatched setting along one of Michigan's most iconic drives.