Barron Lake is a spring-fed lake near Niles, Michigan. The lake is just shy of 200 acres in surface area and 36 feet deep. It is less than half an hour from South Bend and Chicago is less than two hours away. It is also an all-sports lake, so it is a good destination for a range of water sports.
People come to the Barron Lake area for the peaceful communities and outdoor activities. It is an ideal place to live if you are looking for a home. The surrounding communities also have homes that can be perfect as vacation properties.
With South Bend nearby, the University of Notre Dame is one of the top area attractions. Along with the obvious attraction of Fighting Irish football, the university is an interesting cultural center. There are various performing venues and museums near the university.
Niles is also home to Fernwood Botanical Garden. It is a great place to experience nature. Visitors can view the many types of plant and animal life that call the area home. The botanical garden also has many gardens and trails to explore.
If you like gambling, Four Winds Casino in Dowagiac, MI is just under 15 minutes from Barron Lake. There are also two other casinos less than an hour drive from Barron Lake. These include Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa in Michigan City and Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo. Beyond gaming, these casinos offer dining, shopping, and other amenities.
The Barron Lake area has some nice restaurants if you want a bite to eat. Wegner’s Lakeside Bar & Grill is a great place to eat just off Barron Lake. Prime Table and Home Plate Restaurant are other good dining options in the area.
Most people will find more than enough for outdoor activities on and around Barron Lake.
Homes near Barron Lake start at around $200,000. At the higher end, lake homes on Barron Lake can cost upwards of $800,000. Buyers can also find undeveloped land for building homes near the lake.
Contact Lake Life Realty to learn more about homes on Barron Lake. We are lakefront real estate experts, and we can help you achieve your goals.