Stroll into this fairytale woodland cottage surrounded by the enchanted forests, glistening lakes and quaint villages of Leelanau County. A place where treasured quiet, natural surroundings and the convenience of proximity make this spot your tranquil oasis. At home here, you’ll experience the pleasure of Big and Little Glen Lakes, Empire, Glen Arbor, Burdickville and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, all within minutes of your door and an easy twenty five minutes to Traverse City. This rare gem has been built and curated by a cherished Leelanau County artist for over 40 years. The style and finishes are the intersection of where quality materials and artistry meet. Think…oak hardwood floors…rooms flooded with natural light…the warmth and ambiance of a parlor stove…primary bedroom on the main level, two other upper bedrooms share a full bathroom, "Jack and Jill" style...a two car finished garage as an artist’s studio or maybe a workshop, and a beauteous studio apartment above. In recent years the apartment had been used as an innkeeper’s quarters for seasonal and year round rental of the main house. It certainly could be used in a variety of income configurations as well as an in-law suite, home office, writer’s and or artist’s retreat etc. or simply, a very convenient solution to host friends and family from out of town. However you are inclined, this is a place for those who love peace, relaxation and a long cold drink of “wow that’s good” water. Kick back on one of the multiple porches or balconies, take in the gardens in blossom and enjoy this special place where every hour here is golden. We are going to keep this open and available for showings until April 29th at 3pm when all offers will be due, to give those from out of area a chance to come and view this special property.
Sold for $635,000
$635,000
11111 S Benzonia Trl, Empire, MI 49630
4beds
2,380sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
4 Acres Lot
$652,900 Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$3,947 Estimated rent
Home value
$652,900
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Fairytale woodland cottageBeauteous studio apartmentGlistening lakesMultiple porchesOak hardwood floorsQuaint villagesEnchanted forests
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Listed by:
Robert Serbin 231-633-8695,
Serbin Real Estate 231-334-2758,
Gaia Nesvacil 231-620-4242,
Serbin Real Estate
Bought with:
Non Member Office
NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1932430
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 114.33
- Dimensions: 10.3 x 11.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 118.77
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 10.7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 119.88
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 11.1
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 112.8
- Dimensions: 12 x 9.4
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 111
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 426.25
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 27.5
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Propane Water Heater, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Pantry, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Concrete
- Windows: Skylight(s), Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Full,Daylight,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,380
- Total interior livable area: 2,380 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,380
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Finished Rooms, Plumbing, Concrete Floors, Gravel, Circular Driveway, Easement, Shared Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 4 Acres
- Dimensions: 417 x 417
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Cleared, Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 4500501500710
- Zoning description: Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Empire
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Price range: $635K - $635K
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $635,000+2.4%$267/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1932430 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $620,000$261/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932430 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,052 +4.7% | $142,900 +7.4% |
| 2024 | $1,960 +22.3% | $133,000 +10.5% |
| 2023 | $1,602 -2.6% | $120,400 +20.9% |
| 2022 | $1,645 +2.3% | $99,600 +7.9% |
| 2021 | $1,608 +113.5% | $92,300 -7% |
| 2020 | $753 | $99,200 +2.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $96,700 +24% |
| 2018 | -- | $78,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $78,000 +6.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $73,200 +1.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $72,400 -8% |
| 2014 | -- | $78,700 -1.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $79,600 +4.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $76,400 +1.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $75,600 -14% |
| 2010 | -- | $87,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49630
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Glen Lake Community SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Glen Lake Community Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Michigan
- Leelanau County
- Empire
- 49630
- 11111 S Benzonia Trl