224 W Lake Drive Cadillac, MI 49601

Enjoy the best of canal-front living with quick access to the open waters of Lake Mitchell from this well-maintained ranch-style home in the desirable Hideaway Plat. Perfectly positioned along the Lake Mitchell Canal, this property allows you to keep your boat right in your backyard and motor just 1/4 mile—approximately five minutes—to Big Cove and the expansive waters of Lake Mitchell for all-sports enjoyment. Designed for convenient main-floor living, the home features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a private primary ensuite. The kitchen and primary bathroom have both been updated within the last two years, offering modern functionality while maintaining a warm, inviting feel. Additional peace-of-mind updates include a new roof (October 2025), whole-house generator, central air conditioning, and an encapsulated, heated crawl space for improved efficiency and comfort. Cable TV/Internet, Natural Gas and Municipal Sewer are more modern conveniences. An attached oversized two-car garage is heated and provides ample space for vehicles, storage, and year-round use. There is a drop down staircase for attic storage and an additional 10'x12' garden shed behind the home. The remodeled three-season porch overlooks the canal, creating the perfect spot to relax, entertain, or enjoy quiet mornings by the water. Spacious front deck with seasonal gazebo is the perfect place to welcome your neighbors or greet passerby's. Into gardening? There is a fenced in raised garden area off the spacious concrete driveway. Set on a private canal frontage with direct lake privileges, this home offers an exceptional combination of quiet location, updates, and lifestyle—ideal for year-round living or a waterfront retreat just minutes from Cadillac amenities. The Hideaway Plat also affords the owner of this home another legal access to Lake Mitchell which is just adjacent to Camp Torrenta - launch your kayak there or use it as entrance to swim (hard sandy bottom).