Located in the village of Nahma, just moments from Big Bay de Noc and surrounded by year-round outdoor recreation, this property offers the rare opportunity to own not only a building, but a meaningful piece of local history. Once known as the Paymaster's Building for the historic Bay de Noc Lumber Company, its historic character and versatile layout provide endless possibilities for its next chapter, whether as a gallery, boutique retail space, cafe, studio, museum, office, or another unique business venture. If you've been searching for a property with character, charm, and a story to tell, this is your chance to preserve the past while creating something new for the future!
Historic Upper Peninsula hospitality opportunity in the waterfront community of Nahma, Michigan. The offering includes the iconic Nahma Inn, a fully operating bar, restaurant, and 18-room hotel, along with the neighboring Nahma General Store building currently utilized as an event and entertainment venue. Also included is adjoining land to the south featuring private waterfront access to a protected channel leading directly into Big Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan, with existing dock infrastructure serving both recreational boat traffic and visiting guests. Originally established during Nahmaâ??s historic lumber era, the Nahma Inn has evolved into one of the regionâ??s most recognizable destination properties, serving locals, sportsmen, tourists, fishermen, snowmobilers, and travelers exploring Michiganâ??s Upper Peninsula. The property offers a rare combination of established hospitality operations, historic character, event space potential, and waterfront recreational access within a community deeply rooted in U.P. history. The sale includes the operating business, liquor license, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and existing business infrastructure, creating a true turnkey opportunity for a buyer seeking a hospitality investment, boutique lodging concept, restaurant/bar operation, event destination, or legacy lifestyle property. Positioned near Big Bay de Noc and surrounded by some of the Upper Peninsulaâ??s premier outdoor recreation opportunities, the property benefits from year-round tourism traffic including fishing, boating, hunting, ATV riding, kayaking, birdwatching, and snowmobiling. The additional General Store venue space creates flexibility for live music, weddings, private events, retail concepts, or expanded hospitality uses. With strong regional name recognition, established community presence, and multiple revenue stream possibilities, this property presents a unique chance to continue operating an iconic U.P. destination while expanding upon its long-standing legacy and future potential. Opportunities combining historic significance, operating business infrastructure, event potential, lodging capacity, and private waterfront access are increasingly rare in Michiganâ??s Upper Peninsula. Buyer and buyerâ??s agent to verify all information and suitability for intended use.
Nahma is located in Michigan. Nahma, Michigan has a population of 667. Nahma is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 6.34% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.81%.
The median household income in Nahma, Michigan is $43,375. The median household income for the surrounding county is $51,117 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Nahma is 54.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 76.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 31 inches per year, with 85 inches of snow per year.
