Listed below are available properties from private sellers who either have a conservation easement on the property or are seeking a conservation-minded buyer. Please contact the seller for more information.

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Expand the existing concept or create an entirely new vision for this one-of-a-kind property!

Ronora Lodge and Retreat Center
Watervliet, MI 49098

Ronora Lodge and Retreat Center presents a rare opportunity to acquire an established Southwest Michigan retreat center set on 3 parcels totaling nearly 227 acres of picturesque grounds that includes frontage on a private lake, a meandering stream, fields, forests, hills and wetlands.

PARCEL A – $2,300,000
The current retreat center sits on 101 acres and is thoughtfully developed for weddings, private events, family reunions, outdoor adventures, group retreats, celebrations, and other hospitality concepts. 

The property offers sleeping accommodations for up to 75 guests across approximately five structures in the retreat space, a main dining hall with commercial kitchen, event space for large group gatherings, and much more. The thoughtfully designed grounds include established outdoor recreation areas and approximately 1.5 miles of trails. A 1,250-square-foot greenhouse and 6 acres of open land offer opportunities for gardening, crops, and grazing.

PARCEL B – $520,000
An additional 76 acres of beautiful, undeveloped land with ancient forest and wetlands sits adjacent to the main retreat parcel as additional acreage and can also be purchased individually. This is the perfect property to build a home in the country, with land to hike, explore, and hunt.

PARCEL C – $595,000
Finally, there is also a private cabin on 50 acres that could be used as owner/manager’s quarters or additional retreat lodging as part of the larger parcel, or purchased individually as your dream country getaway. This eco-cabin features a beautiful stone fireplace, screened-in porch, and everything you need for a weekend getaway.

NO POP-UP TAX!
The natural features of these three premium properties are protected by a conservation easement held by Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. Thanks to Public Act 446 passed in 2006, upon transfer of a conservation easement property the property tax remains capped. There will be no “pop-up” to the current SEV.

Learn more about these three amazing properties on realtor Emily Wilke’s website.

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own lake?? Now is your chance!!

5300 Lammers Road, Hastings, MI 49058

The property is a remarkable 170-acre sanctuary—a place where you can wake each morning with bountiful hunting and fishing opportunities at your doorstep. Schultz Lake is approximately 20 acres, full of fish, and completely private.

The forested hillsides surrounding the lake feature towering beech, maple, oak, and hickory trees. The southern part of the property has an open, shrubby area with a food plot, creating varied habitat for deer, turkey, and other wildlife. This would be the perfect property to purchase with multiple partners and share as a hunting and fishing retreat. Just south of the quintessential Michigan small town of Hastings, bursting with charm and a vibrant, walkable downtown, the property has easy access to M-43 and a quick commute to Grand Rapids (49 minutes) or Kalamazoo (43 minutes).

The vast natural features are protected by a conservation easement held by Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. There are two potential building sites available. Learn more about this beautiful property on realtor Emily Wilke’s website.