Get Away Now & Build Later
17491625 Birch Rd : Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
Door County, Wisconsin
Farm Description
With 11.55 acres, you can pull in, slow things down, and enjoy your own space away from noise, crowds, and city traffic. When you are ready, it is already set up for a future home.
A perc test is available for a 4+ bedroom home, or you can simply hold the land as a long-term investment or for retirement. Power is right on the paved road…… all this property needs is Your dream home.
11.55 acres in Baileys Harbor, WI (Door County)
Estate zoning with flexible use and long-term value
Perc test completed, suitable for a 4-bedroom home
Paved road frontage on Birch Rd
Power available
Camping and RV use allowed up to 30 days per year
Livestock and horses allowed, including cattle and chickens
Private riding stables permitted with space per horse
Strong fit for building, holding, or weekend use over time
Close to Baileys Harbor, Lake Michigan, parks, and trails
Located in Door County, known for outdoor living and steady demand
What makes this land different
The size alone changes how this property feels. At over 11 acres, you are not limited to one small area or one fixed plan.
Mostly covered in mature trees, with natural breaks and lighter sections throughout. As you move through it, you start to see different pockets that could serve different purposes instead of everything being forced into one spot.
There is a sense of depth and separation here. The front can stay simple and accessible, while the interior gives you a more private setting that feels removed from the road.
How it can come together over time
This is not land that forces a decision right away. You can approach it in stages.
You might start by setting up a weekend base, somewhere simple where you can spend time without needing to build immediately. As you get to know the land, you begin to see where a home would sit best, where open space makes sense, and what you want to keep untouched.
Over time, it can turn into something more permanent. A home placed deeper into the property, with space around it that stays yours. Not just for now, but for years ahead.
Balance of privacy and access
With paved road frontage on Birch Rd, getting in and out is easy year-round. But what stands out is how quickly the property shifts once you move inward. The further you go, the quieter it becomes. The trees create a natural buffer, giving you that separation without needing to be far from town.
Utilities and build outlook
Power is available along the road, which makes future plans more straightforward. Like most land in this area, a well and septic system would be needed for a home. Perc test completed and all good for 4+ beds.
Surrounding area
Baileys Harbor and the surrounding parts of Door County are known for a slower pace and access to the outdoors. You are within reach of Lake Michigan, trails, parks, and shoreline areas, but you still come back to your own space at the end of the day.
Zoning (Estate)
This property is zoned Estate, allowing one dwelling per 5 acres with a maximum of 25% impervious surface. Setbacks are 65 ft from centerline (front), 25 ft on the sides, and 50 ft at the back, with a minimum of 750 sqft finished floor area required for a home.
Double wide manufactured homes are allowed and considered single-family residential, while mobile homes are not allowed.
Camping and RV use are permitted for one party up to 30 days per year, as long as proper waste disposal is in place.
Hunting and livestock are allowed, including cattle and chickens with no set limits, but you must consult the county regarding manure removal before bringing animals onto the property.
Private riding stables are allowed under Section 4.07 P4, must be at least 200 ft from other houses, and require 20,000 sqft of open space per horse.
Nearby Towns & Cities:
Sister Bay, WI - 12 min (7 miles)
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 45 min (26.6 miles)
Green Bay, WI - 1 h 26 min(71.1 miles)
Appleton, WI - 1 h 58 min (105 miles)
Pricing:
Discount Cash Price: $299,000 + non refundable $599 document fee
Owner Financing Price: Not Offered at this time
We are a small family business and can be flexible. We're happy to fit any budget that meets our minimums. Our owner, Dave Denniston, enjoys making land ownership available to families like yours who want to make memories for years to come. We can owner-finance with a land contract. We can transfer with a warranty deed and guarantee a clean title.
Farm Maps & Attachments
Directions to Farm
NW: 45.1129, -87.0775 (Road)
NE: 45.1129, -87.0761 (Road)
Sw: 45.1093, -87.0775
Se: 45.1093, -87.0761
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