11637 algonquin drive

Welcome to this inviting Portage Lake home offering sixty feet of water frontage on a huge lot and a half, tucked into a cozy, low-traffic cove with an authentic Up North feel. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Hamburg Township, this prime waterfront retreat is just a short boat ride to Portage Lake and provides seamless access to the entire Portage Chain of Lakes. Enjoy the private neighborhood sandy beach at Fox Point Beach directly across the street, featuring a playground and beloved community events like Band at the Beach. This permitted short-term rental is truly turnkey with all furnishings negotiable, making it ideal for immediate personal enjoyment or continued investment use. Inside, the home features two bedrooms, a huge walk-in closet, a charming kitchen with vintage touches and abundant cabinetry. Features include hardwood floors, knotty ¾-inch red pine, waterproof vinyl flooring, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with stone surround. An all-season sunroom expands the living space and invites year-round relaxation with two sitting areas and an additional versatile sleeping space. Major updates include a new seawall completed in 2024 by SMP, a Bryant furnace and A/C installed in 2022, an on-demand water heater from 2022, an encapsulated crawl space with AprilAire dehumidifier and two sump pumps completed by FSM in 2018, a new well approximately four years old, a new well pump and pressure tank, a water softener installed in 2025, and a portable generator hookup for peace of mind. Additional highlights include a 200-square-foot outbuilding ideal for storing summer toys or waterfront beach house, a voluntary HOA, and a property survey available, along with unbeatable proximity by land or water to local favorites including Riverside Pizza, Ore Creek Cidery, and NautiMi On The River. This Portage Lake retreat offers the perfect blend of waterfront lifestyle, investment opportunity, and timeless appeal. Move right in and start enjoying lake life.