Properties for sale in Michigan

Overview

Description

Set on 27.61 acres, Zingerman's Cornman Farms is an extraordinary historic estate that traces its roots to the 1830s. The 1834 farmhouse, completely renovated in 2014 with no expenses spared, pairs with a magnificent 1894 red barn event venue, blending timeless character with modern function. A true turn-key operation, the property transfers with a liquor license, special use permit, and many of the small details needed to run a premium event center. Seller will continue operations through Fall 2026 for a seamless transition. Exceptional infrastructure includes a commercial-grade kitchen, an 1888 stone smokehouse, addnl structures, rolling pastures, and a full farm generator - plus gas & electric hookups for tented events. Flat grounds accommodate tents up to 60x120. The 4-seasons barn ensures year-round venue capability. Ideal for agritourism, farm-to-table dining, weddings, private retreats, B&B, or beyond. Could also be converted back to a spectacular private residence.

Location Property Info

County: Washtenaw
Street #: 8540
Street Name: Island Lake
Suffix: Road
State: MI
Zip Code: 48130
Zip (4): 9516

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 27.61
Lot Square Footage: 1202692
Lot Dimensions: IRR
Year Built: 1834
Road Frontage: 1740
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 6
Income Property: Yes
Total Rooms AG: 14
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 10866
SqFt Above Grade: 8795
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 2071
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 1092
Building Total SqFt: 11958
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: Yes
Half Baths: 9
Total Baths: 10
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 2
School District: Dexter
# of Outbuildings: 5
Association YN: No
Waterfront: No
Basement: Yes

Tax Info

Tax ID #: D-04-36-400-002
Taxable Value: 791802
SEV: 1011322
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 42475
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Type: N/A
Zoning: RR
Homestead %: 0

Remarks Misc

Directions: Wylie to Island Lake

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

More Information

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms: 3
Upper Full Baths: Yes
Upper Level Square Feet: 1180
Total Baths Above Grade: 4

Main Rooms

Main Half Baths: 3
Main Level SQFT: 3125

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT: 1092
Basement Finished SQFT: 0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets: Wylie and Island Lake
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Municipality: Dexter Twp

Office/Contract Info

On-Market Date: 2026-06-05
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 375.21

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: Set on 27.61 acres, Zingerman's Cornman Farms is an extraordinary historic estate that traces its roots to the 1830s. The 1834 farmhouse, completely renovated in 2014 with no expenses spared, pairs with a magnificent 1894 red barn event venue, blending timeless character with modern function. A true turn-key operation, the property transfers with a liquor license, special use permit, and many of the small details needed to run a premium event center. Seller will continue operations through Fall 2026 for a seamless transition. Exceptional infrastructure includes a commercial-grade kitchen, an 1888 stone smokehouse, addnl structures, rolling pastures, and a full farm generator - plus gas & electric hookups for tented events. Flat grounds accommodate tents up to 60x120. The 4-seasons barn ensures year-round venue capability. Ideal for agritourism, farm-to-table dining, weddings, private retreats, B&B, or beyond. Could also be converted back to a spectacular private residence.
Legal: TBD

Street Type

Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Utilities Attached

Cable Connected: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes
Natural Gas Connected: Yes
Phone Connected: Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank: Yes

Water

Well: Yes

Terms Available

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Laundry Features

In Basement: Yes

Exterior Material

Wood Siding: Yes

Parking Features

Detached: Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas: Yes

Sale Conditions

None: Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air: Yes
Hot Water: Yes
Radiant: Yes
Steam: Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air: Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Half Baths: 6
Lower Finished SQFT: 2071
Total Lower SQFT: 2071

Driveway

Paved: Yes

Substructure

Full: Yes

Kitchen Features

Center Island: Yes
Eating Area: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Snack Bar: Yes

Fireplace

Family Room: Yes
Formal Dining: Yes
Kitchen: Yes

Additional Items

Generator: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Oven: Yes
Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Patio: Yes
Porch(es): Yes
Covered: Yes

Flooring

Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Other Equipment

Generator: Yes

Landscape

Decor Pond: Yes
Garden Area: Yes

Architectural Style

Farmhouse: Yes

Possession

Negotiable: Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: In Basement Exterior Material: Wood Siding Substructure: Full Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Connected; Phone Connected Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area; Pantry; Snack Bar Fireplace: Family Room; Formal Dining; Kitchen Additional Items: Generator Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air; Hot Water; Radiant; Steam Air Conditioning: Central Air Exterior Features: Balcony Flooring: Tile; Wood Other Equipment: Generator Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch(es) Landscape: Decor Pond; Garden Area Parking Features: Detached Architectural Style: Farmhouse Driveway: Paved Street Type: Paved; Public Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Negotiable Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Remarks
Primary Bedroom	Upper
Bedroom 2	Upper
Bedroom 3	Upper
Primary Bathroom	Upper	Full Bath
Bathroom 2	Main	Half Bath off Kitchen
Bathroom 3	Main	Half Bath off foyer
Bathroom 4	Main	Half Bath off foyer
Bathroom 5	Lower	Half Bath off dining area

8540 Island Lake Road, Dexter, MI 48130

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