Marquette Riverfront living on the Chocolay River! Tucked away on a private, wooded lot, this cedar-sided home offers a peaceful waterfront setting just 5 miles from Marquette City. A long driveway ending in a circle drive and a covered front porch give the property a welcoming, private feel right from the start. Inside, the main level is full of character, featuring classic diagonal wood paneling and a large brick fireplace that anchors the living spaces. The kitchen is highly functional with oak cabinetry, a tiled backsplash, and a breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen, the dining area includes provides direct access out to the back deck, and a nearby office nook offers handy built-in shelving. The main bathroom is spacious, offering a deep jetted soaking tub under the window and a separate tiled walk-in shower. The lower level adds excellent flexibility to the floor plan, featuring a large living area that could easily serve as a spacious bedroom suite, complete with an expansive walk-in closet featuring wood built-ins. Downstairs is also where you'll find a classic indoor cedar sauna. A 3/4 bath is down here as well as laundry and a mudroom that has a man-door for walk-out access to the incredible back yard. The furnace is brand new as well! The outdoor space is perfect for enjoying the river. A massive, elevated wrap-around deck overlooks the backyard, which is accented by lots of beautiful flowers in the spring and summer. From the backyard, you have direct access down to the riverbank and your own "bay" leading into the Chocolay River. Just around the river bend lies Lake Superior. The property borders the Iron Ore Heritage Trail/Marquette Bike Path for easy access to recreation in either summer or winter months! There is a fenced section of the spacious yard to keep furry friends safe as well. Garden space abounds and is complimented by the large shed in the lower back yard ready for storage or project execution. Disclosure: Flower/landscaping photos at the end of photo gallery show potential and are of previous seasons, not current status. Schedule your tour today to see the potential for yourself!