2801 Niles Buchanan Road, Buchanan, MI 49107 (MLS# 25017189)
2801 Niles Buchanan Road, Buchanan, MI 49107
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) stunning centerpiece. While five spacious en-suite bedrooms and two additional half baths provide comfort for family and guests. The entertainer's kitchen features views of the river and a charming breakfast nook. Gather in the expansive dining room or relax in the light-filled sunroom. A lower-level walkout apartment with its own full kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom offers flexible space for extended stays, and an unfinished loft presents the opportunity for even more living space. Step outside to patios and decks that invite peaceful mornings and unforgettable evenings by the river. Briar Patch, located just 200 feet east of the main lodge, adds even more accommodations with two private suiteseach with a full bathroomand one with a kitchenette and extra room. Ideal as a guesthouse or rental space, Briar Patch also includes a connected 3-car garage for convenience and storage. Beehive, on the western edge of the Lodge provides a cozy 1-bedroom suite with a full bath, perfect for a private guest escape or a quiet weekend retreat nestled just off the expansive riverfront patio. As you enter the property, you'll first pass the Caretaker's Homea charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence complete with a spacious living area, full eat-in kitchen, laundry, and a covered front porch overlooking the sprawling lawn. Whether for a property manager, guest overflow, or short-term rental income, this home offers versatility and comfort. The grounds are a dream for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking true tranquility. Over 1,800 feet of direct river frontage frames the estate, with options to expand to almost 3,000' of river frontage. Miles of scenic trails wind through creeks, towering ravines, and rolling meadowsideal for hiking, ATVs, or horseback riding. Wildlife is abundant, from deer and turkey to bald eagles and seasonal salmon runs. Original outbuildings, a tennis court, and a croquet court add a sense of rustic charm and nostalgia. Launch your boat or kayak and explore nine miles of river, or enjoy all four seasons of nature from your own private haven. Tucked just a short stroll or golf cart ride away from Orchard Hills Country Clubfeaturing an 18-hole course, pool, dining, and social amenitiesthis isn't just a property, it's a lifestyle.
Listing Details MLS# 25017189
Location Property Info
- County
- Berrien
- Street #
- 2801
- Street Name
- Niles Buchanan
- Suffix
- Road
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49107
- Zip (4)
- 8436
General Property Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Lot Acres
- 55.6
- Lot Square Footage
- 2421936
- Lot Dimensions
- Irregular
- Year Built
- 1921
- Road Frontage
- 1826
- Garage Y/N
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Total Fireplaces
- Yes
- Income Property
- No
- Total Rooms AG
- 11
- Total Fin SqFt All Levels
- 5271
- SqFt Above Grade
- 4450
- Below Grade Finished SqFt
- 923
- Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
- 198
- Building Total SqFt
- 5571
- Total Beds Above Grade
- 5
- Total Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 2
- Total Baths
- 8
- Main Level Primary
- Yes
- Stories
- Yes
- School District
- Niles
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Body of Water
- St Joseph River
- Statewide Lakes & Rivers
- St Joseph River
- Basement
- Yes
Tax Info
- Tax ID #
- 11-14-0030-0001-02-2
- Spec Assessment & Type
- NONE KNOWN
- Taxable Value
- 0
- SEV
- 0
- For Tax Year
- 0
- Seller's Annual Property Tax
- 0
- Tax Year
- 0
- Homestead %
- 0
Remarks Misc
- Directions
- Niles Buchanan Rd- between Orchard Hills Country Club and US 31
Status Change Info
- Under Contract Date
- 2025-07-25
- Sold Date
- 2025-08-28
- Sold Price/SqFt
- 483.15
More Information
Waterfront Options
- Water Access Y/N
- Yes
- Water Frontage
- 1836
Access Feat
- Accessibility Features
- No
Upper Rooms
- Total Baths Above Grade
- 7
Main Rooms
- Main Bedrooms
- 5
- Main Full Baths
- 5
- Main Half Baths
- 2
- Main Level SQFT
- 4450
Basement Rooms
- Basement Bedrooms
- Yes
- Basement Full Baths
- Yes
- Basement Finished SQFT
- 845
- Total Basement SQFT
- 1043
Location & Property Info
- Cross Streets
- Mayflower Rd and Country Club
- Property Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Area
- Southwestern Michigan - S
- Municipality
- Niles Twp
Office/Contract Info
- Auction or For Sale
- For Sale
- List Price/SqFt
- 483.15
Remarks & Misc
- Public Remarks
- Welcome to The Lodge — A Once-in-a-Lifetime Riverfront Estate in Southwest Michigan. Over 7,400 sq ft of total living space with 11 bedrooms and tucked away at the end of a scenic half-mile drive, this extraordinary property along the St. Joseph River may be one of the most unique and secluded settings in all of Southwest Michigan. Spanning approximately 45 acres—with an additional 45 acres available for purchase—this is a rare opportunity to own up to 90 acres and nearly 3,000 feet of river frontage, offering unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and lifestyle flexibility. At the heart of the property sits The Main Lodge, a thoughtfully designed riverfront retreat with breathtaking views from nearly every window. The soaring great room, with its large stone fireplace, serves as a
- Legal
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Water Type
- River
- Yes
Water Fea. Amenities
- All Sports
- Yes
- Dock
- Yes
- Private Frontage
- Yes
- View
- Yes
Lot Description
- Ravine
- Yes
- Recreational
- Yes
- Rolling Hills
- Yes
- Wooded
- Yes
Street Type
- Paved
- Yes
Utilities Attached
- High Speed Internet
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
Water
- Well
- Yes
Terms Available
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Mineral Rights
- Unknown
- Yes
Laundry Features
- In Basement
- Yes
Exterior Material
- Stucco
- Yes
Roofing
- Wood
- Yes
Parking Features
- Attached
- Yes
- Detached
- Yes
Heat Source
- Geothermal
- Yes
Sale Conditions
- None
- Yes
Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Yes
Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Yes
Lower Rooms
- Lower Finished SQFT
- 0
- Total Lower SQFT
- 0
Driveway
- Paved
- Yes
Substructure
- Partial
- Yes
- Walk-Out Access
- Yes
Kitchen Features
- Breakfast Nook
- Yes
- Center Island
- Yes
- Eating Area
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
Fireplace
- Living Room
- Yes
Additional Items
- Basement Partially Finished
- Yes
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Guest Quarters
- Yes
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Yes
- Wet Bar
- Yes
- Window Treatments
- Yes
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Freezer
- Yes
- Oven
- Yes
- Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
- Water Softener Owned
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Patio
- Yes
- Porch(es)
- Yes
- Deck
- Yes
Flooring
- Carpet
- Yes
- Ceramic Tile
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Landscape
- Flower Garden
- Yes
- Fruit Trees
- Yes
- Garden Area
- Yes
- Ground Cover
- Yes
- Shrubs/Hedges
- Yes
- Terraced Yard
- Yes
- Underground Sprinkler
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Ranch
- Yes
Property Features
Room Information
