White Birch Ranch

Welcome to White Birch Ranch, the ultimate recreational retreat on this spectacular 94-acre turnkey property and home for the avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoor enthusiast. Offering a rare blend of pristine natural habitats, mature timber, and exceptional water features for a premier sanctuary for both wildlife and those who love the great outdoors. Luxury log home living and bunk house with a custom kennel room are all top shelf amenities.

Land

Tim Hooey, the former host and producer of Dodge Outdoor Adventures and North American Fish & Game TV shows has been the owner of this beautiful property since 2011.

The lake was built in 2012 by Mid-Michigan Ponds, and the wildlife habitat plan was designed and implemented by Strategic Habitat SeeMoreBucks. The property has a beautiful mixture of oak, beech, white pine, hickory and walnut trees.

Private Lake: The centerpiece of the The property is loaded with oak, beech, hickory and walnut trees. is a gorgeous, sprawling lake perfect for fishing, kayaking, or relaxing by the water’s edge. Exceptional fishing is enjoyed year-round. Stocked with walleye, bass, perch, crappie, red ears and bluegill.
Whitetail Deer and Turkey Hunting: 94 Acres of professionally designed and groomed property that features mature hardwoods, several lush food plots with planted apple, pear, persimmon, chestnut and swamp oak trees, dense bedding brush, native grasses, strategic blind placements and over 1,700 feet of the Little Thornapple River meandering through the West area of the Ranch that offers the ultimate hunting experience. 
Waterfowl Sanctuary:  A separate, strategically positioned natural pond serves as a magnet for ducks and geese, creating an incredible setup for seasonal waterfowl hunting.
White Birch Lake:  This beautiful 5-acre spring fed lake offers exceptional fishing, kayaking, or relaxing in the custom-built gazebo by the water’s edge.  Enjoy exceptional, private angling right out your front door with thriving fish populations already in place.  Lake depth is up to 25 feet with 5 diffusers that creates major benefits for fish and water health. Several minnow castles are positioned throughout the lake that are artificial, submerged fish habitat structures designed specifically to protect and breed the fathead minnows.
The Waterfowl Pond:   The 4-acre natural water source that is located in the Northeast corner, surrounded by woods that serves as a magnet for ducks and geese, creating an incredible setup for seasonal waterfowl hunting. Custom built wood duck houses surround the pond. A large agriculture field directly to the North of the woods offers a great feeding spot.
Little Thornapple River:  With over a quarter mile of River flowing through the property offering a year-round water source for the wildlife. The native grasses throughout the property offer ideal bedding areas.
Food Plots: Strategically placed lush brassica , winter rye/wheat, forage oats, radishes and crimson clover food plots and a patch of switchgrass.  Planted bordering the food plots are sawtooth and swamp oaks, persimmon, chestnut, apple and pear trees.
Elite Hunting & Diverse Wildlife Habitat

Deer Hunting: The land boasts a healthy, managed whitetail population and is surrounded by fertile farm ground that makes this a truly exceptional hunting tract. Ladder stands strategically set up for the passionate bow hunter.
Prime Turkey Roosts: Heavy timber, clearings, and natural travel corridors provide an ideal habitat for thunderous spring turkey hunting.
Waterfowl and Goose hunting is a bonus hunting opportunity.
Groomed Trails:  Well-maintained trails throughout the entire 94-acre ranch allowing easy access to your hunting stands and perfect for trail riding, hiking and cross-country skiing,

 

Improvements

The luxury log home features 3-bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, a gourmet kitchen and living area that takes in the beautiful lake views. The stunning interior showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, a magnificent stone fireplace, a spacious loft, and a finished walkout lower level featuring an entertainment room. The chef’s kitchen featuring high-end stainless-steel appliances is truly one of a kind with soapstone countertops, distinctive Chicago brick flooring, and an impressive 9-foot handcrafted hickory island table that serves as the heart of the home. Smart surround sound extends throughout all three levels. Top of the line HVAC system, central air, mechanicals, water filter & softener and a Generac generator.
The home was professionally remodeled and updated starting in 2019 and finished in 2020.
*All furnishings are included.
The attached 3 car garage is finished and has a service door on each side for convenient access.
The bunk house, finished in 2023, features a kitchen, full bathroom, living area with woodstove and two loft bedrooms.
Also, an added feature is the garage storage area and a top-of-the-line kennel room with a fenced back yard. Home of the White Birch Golden Retrievers Kennels, Birthplace of Champions.
The accessory garage houses the John Deere tractor and Zero Turn mower (both included). A loft area provides additional storage. Several tractor implements are included along with two John Deere Gators.
The gate and driveway have 6 security cameras and an alarm system. The driveway is crushed asphalt.
This is the ultimate turnkey recreation property and home.  “Family Legacy” opportunity!
 

Recreation

Hunting, Fishing and Loving Every Day!   
The estate is essentially a self-contained, year-round recreational playground featuring: 

Water Sports & Fishing: A private, 5-acre pond stocked with fish, complete with a beach area, a dock, and a waterside gazebo perfect for swimming, fishing, or waterside entertainment. 

Hunting & Wildlife Viewing: The acreage operates as an avid hunter’s paradise, boasting established wildlife food plots, a duck/goose pond, multiple hunting blinds, and built-in tree stands. 

Hiking: Beautifully maintained private hiking and nature trails wind throughout the expansive wooded property, ideal for walking, tracking wildlife, or winter snowshoeing. 

Indoor Recreation & Leisure: The luxury log home features a finished walk-out lower level equipped with a dedicated recreation room with surround sound speaker system, a massive stamped concrete patio for outdoor entertaining including a relaxing hot tub. All outdoor furnishings and BBQ grill smoker included.

Storage: The property includes a 1,120-square-foot detached garage and loft area with an abundance of space to store ATVs, snowmobiles, boats, and other outdoor recreational toys. A woodshed and log splitter are included. This would be the perfect spot on the property to set up a shooting range.

 

Region & Climate

This area in Mid-Michigan offers the distinct Four Seasons of weather.

Spring: Transition from cold and wet to mild.   Summer:  Warm and pleasant. 

Fall: Cool-down period with vibrant foliage.  Winter: Cold and freezing with frequent snow cover.

 Annual rainfall: 33 to 35 inches.    Annual snowfall: 39 to 44 inches.

 

History

Charlotte Michigan, the county seat of Eaton County with a population of around 9,200, offering a small-town friendly vibe, that features a historic downtown with local shops, restaurants, and an Art Deco movie theater.

Located about 20 to 25 miles southwest of Lansing (near I-69), it gives residents a rural/small-town feel while keeping you connected to the state capital for major jobs and healthcare. 

Community & Events: The town hosts popular local traditions like the Eaton County Fair, Frontier Days, and tractor pulls, plus family-friendly parks like Bennett Park

Location

The property is located within a 12 minute drive to downtown Charlotte.
25 miles Southwest of Lansing.    Kalamazoo is 49 miles to the Southwest.    Grand Rapids is 60 miles to the Northwest.
Metro Detroit is 85 miles to the East.     Chicago is 200 miles to the Southwest.
*Capital Region International Airport in Lansing is 30 miles to the Northeast.
*Flint Bishop International Airport is 75 miles to the Northeast.

*DTW Airport (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport) is 99 miles to the Southeast.