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Amazing Northern Michigan Homes: Gardener’s Dream Home in Walloon Lake

A beautifully designed escape on the coveted shores of Walloon Lake. This stunning home has a gorgeous setting that is a gardener’s dream.

“To say that the homeowner has a green thumb would be an understatement. This home is known locally for its gardens and its landscaping, just first-rate,” says Wally Kidd, Wally Kidd Real Estate.

Erin Malone and Katie Boomgaard take you to Boyne City for this Amazing Northern Michigan Home.

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Amazing Northern Michigan Homes: Walloon Lake Cottage with Rare Frontage

This Amazing Northern Michigan Home is well known as a recognizable and appreciated property for those that are familiar with the shores of Walloon Lake.

“The property is 250 feet wide which is a rare sized lot on Walloon today and it’s roughly about 450 feet deep,” says Wally Kidd, Wally Kidd Real Estate.

Katie Boomgaard and Erin Malone take us to the unique cottage which was built in the 40s and has been added onto over the years.

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The Influencers Up North: Who’s Making Business Happen In Emmet, Antrim, And Charlevoix

Excerpt from “The Influencers Up North: Who’s Making Business Happen In Emmet, Antrim, And Charlevoix” 

In Traverse City Business News
Emmet/Antrim/Char., Issue 2018 July By Ross Boissoneau

Wally Kidd, Petoskey Kidd & Leavy Real Estate (Petoskey, Walloon Lake, Boyne City) Since forming his own real estate company with partner Pat Leavy in 2003, the longtime Realtor has expanded operations to three offices, located in Petoskey, Walloon Lake, and Boyne City. “My business partner Pat Leavy and I were at Bay Harbor,” Kidd said. “We wanted more control over our personal time and to see more of our kids, and decided it was time to venture out on our own.”

After filling out the ranks with 16 agents and staff, Kidd & Leavy is now first in the region for sales…

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Our 2018 Property Guide is here!

View the finest properties in Northern Michigan in our 2018 Property Guide. We represent a collection of the North’s most sought-after real estate in Bay Harbor, Walloon Lake, Petoskey, Lake Charlevoix, Boyne City, and many more Up North destinations.

You will also find that we highlight a selection of first-class professionals, retailers, and amenities; the advertisers represent the “best of the best” the North has to offer! Stop by one of our local offices in Petoskey, Boyne City, or Walloon Lake Village to say hello and pick up your printed copy.

We would love to put our experience to work for you!
View post to flip through our guide.

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Amazing Northern Michigan Homes: Walloon Lake Cottage

Part of what makes an amazing home is imagining the memories that could be created there.

Tonight’s Amazing Northern Michigan Home on Walloon Lake in Boyne City is a newly refreshed cottage from the 70's that just speaks to the charm of life on the lake Up North.

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Amazing Northern Michigan Homes: Old School Walloon

Walloon Lake is a place that has called people to its crystal clear shorelines for years and years to enjoy its beauty.

“Most of the homes that we see on Walloon are privately owned. Lots with waterfront and they’re contained. This has a historical path that runs along the water here so people up the lake and down the lake use it to get to the village,” says Wally Kidd, Wally Kidd Real Estate.

There are some really amazing homes that line its shores.

In this week’s Amazing Northern Michigan Homes, we take a peek at a home with modern features in the “old school” Walloon.

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One Water Street in Boyne City

It may be snowing, but we are already thinking about summer here in Boyne City. The remaining cottages are currently being finished (check out the finishes below) and will be ready for occupancy in late Spring 2018!

it’s the perfect time to buy and be in your new Lake Charlevoix cottage before summer arrives! There are docks still available to purchase in 3 different slip sizes. Walk to anything Boyne City - restaurants, shopping, one of the area’s BEST farmers markets, and unlimited outdoor recreations spots! In the winter, you’re a short drive to Boyne Mountain and all it has to offer. There are only four units left. Be a part o this downtown Boyne City, Lake Charlevoix waterfront community and truly enjoy everything Northern Michigan has to offer!

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5 Lakes in Northern Michigan You Have to Visit This Summer

Northern Michigan in the summer is one of the most desirable spots in the entire country. The combination of sunshine, heat, and freshwater is unmatched. Fortunately, Northern Michigan is covered with inland lakes, making summer the best time to head up north for vacation. We’ve highlighted five of our favorite lakes that feature something for everyone.

Lake Charlevoix

With a surface area of over 17,200 acres, Lake Charlevoix is the third largest inland lake in Michigan. In 2012 USA Today announced that Lake Charlevoix was the second-best lake in America behind only Lake Tahoe. The area encompassing Lake Charlevoix plays host to quaint and charming towns that include: East Jordan, Boyne City, and, of course, Charlevoix. Shallow ledges surround the…

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Notable Waterfront Log Homes for Sale in Michigan

An Up North Home, conjures thoughts of a cabin in the woods or a cottage on the lake. It may be a home that has been in the family for generations or simply, just a daydream. Northern Michigan offers many lakefront log homes for sale that are scaled to host large families and plenty of guests. I have two such waterfront log homes for sale right now. Each of these homes, are one-of-a-kind and carefully crafted to take full advantage of their breathtaking water views.

02503 Mountain Road, East Jordan, MI 49727 • MLS# 449665

In Northern Michigan sits a truly one-of-a-kind estate. In the small town of East Jordan, located just east of Petoskey, sits a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,420 square foot home with just over 3,000 feet of waterfront property.…

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Wally Kidd: Walloon Properties-to know is a big deal

  My father-in-law, Jerry McDermott, was an executive with the Rouse Company in Baltimore. Over his desk, he had a sign that read: “To know is a big deal!” He was a very successful, no-nonsense kind of guy.

In real estate today some base their knowledge on fact, while others hope that what they’ve heard is accurate and relay it as fact. I pride myself in offering my clientele credible facts, and like Jerry McDermott, I pride myself as a no-nonsense kind of guy.

Real estate is a serious business. Properties on Walloon Lake sell for millions of dollars. If you are looking for an articulate, knowledgeable broker, with over 100 years of family history on the lake, please give me a call. I look forward to helping you with the sale or purchase of your…

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