




21500 S Pipe Is, Detour, MI, 49725
About This Home
Tucked away in the St. Marys River within the pristine waters of northern Lake Huron, South Pipe Island is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Great Lakes history. Spanning 13.56 acres, this beautifully maintained private island in De Tour Village is rich in maritime heritage and protected natural beauty. A true recreational paradise with opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, camping, and more. At its heart stands a fully operational lighthouse, built in 1887 and now maintained by the Coast Guard, alongside the original light keeper’s house and historic boathouse- all meticulously maintained to honor their legacy. The property also includes three rustic sleeping cabins, a workshop, and even a private island theater, blending historic preservation with quiet, off-grid hospitality. A private harbor ensures convenient water access and shelter from the open lake- perfect for summer arrivals by boat. The island is protected by a conservation easement, which ensures the preservation of its natural character and prevents future development, safeguarding the landscape and history for generations to come. South Pipe Island is more than a property- it’s a living piece of Michigan’s maritime past and a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking solitude, history, and the wild beauty of the Great Lakes.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1887
Materials
- Roof: Other
- Construction materials: Log,Timber Frame,Wood Siding,Full Log
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Log Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Washer,Dryer,Other
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Michigan Basement
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 223.38
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121.26
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 188.64
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.52
Features
- Bookcases,Entrance Foyer,Pantry,Breakfast Nook,Other
- Flooring: Wood,Other
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,938
Heating
- Heating features: Propane
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,938
- Total interior livable area: 1,938 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 267.84
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196.02
Master Bathroom
- Features: Shared
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 242.36
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 00517300100
- Zoning description: Residential
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Multi-Level Decking,Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony,Other,Garden,Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: River,Island,Rocky Shoreline,Gradual Slope to Water,Great Lake,Lake
- Waterbody name: St Marys River
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 2916
Lot
- Lot size: 13.56 Acres
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods,Wooded,Rolling Slope,Metes and Bounds
- Lot size dimensions: IRREG
Parking
- Parking features: None
