For Sale
Farm Real Estate
Agribusiness
$2,387,700 • 132.65 +/- Acres
Listing #: JC2611133 - Berrien County, Michigan
132.65 +/- Acre Commercial Vineyard in Berrien Springs, Michigan
Situated in the heart of Michigan's renowned Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail, this exceptional 132.65± acre commercial vineyard presents a rare opportunity to acquire an established, income-producing agricultural property in desirable Oronoko Township, Berrien County. Located along E. Lemon Creek Road, the property consists of three parcels: Parcel 1 (38.15± acres), Parcel 2 (15.58± acres), and Parcel 3 (78.92± acres), offering substantial acreage in one of Southwest Michigan's premier grape-growing regions. Approximately 113.2 acres are dedicated to established commercial grape production, featuring a diverse selection of wine and juice grape varieties, including Niagara, Chambourcin, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Vidal, Chancellor, Riesling, Traminette, Foch, and Cayuga. This variety of plantings provides opportunities to serve multiple markets within the wine and juice grape industries. An additional 9.5± acres of mature timber complement the productive vineyard acreage, providing natural beauty, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, and scenic character throughout the property. Supporting the vineyard operation are four barns offering valuable storage, equipment housing, and agricultural infrastructure. These existing improvements enhance the property's operational functionality and provide essential resources for continued commercial grape production. The vineyard also benefits from its location within Southwest Michigan's established agricultural region, where fertile soils and the climate-moderating influence of Lake Michigan create favorable conditions for grape cultivation. Positioned along the highly regarded Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail, the property enjoys proximity to numerous established wineries, vineyards, and popular tourism destinations throughout Michigan's scenic lakeshore region. This desirable location provides access to an established wine-producing community while offering potential opportunities for agricultural expansion, specialty crop production, and agritourism ventures, subject to applicable approvals. With approximately 113.2 cropland acres in established grape production, 9.5± acres of timber, four agricultural barns, and a three-parcel configuration, this property offers an attractive combination of productive acreage, existing infrastructure, and long-term investment potential. Whether expanding an existing vineyard operation, investing in income-producing agricultural real estate, or acquiring a distinguished vineyard property in Southwest Michigan, this exceptional offering provides the scale, diversity, and location to support a variety of agricultural and investment objectives.
Property Highlights
Land Features
- 132.65± total acres in Oronoko Township, Berrien County, Michigan
- Three parcels totaling 38.15±, 15.58±, and 78.92± acres
- 113.2± cropland acres in established commercial grape production
- Approximately 85% of total acreage in cropland
- 9.5± acres of timber providing natural habitat and recreational opportunities
- Diverse plantings of wine and juice grape varieties
- Wine grape varieties: Chambourcin, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Vidal, Chancellor, Riesling, Traminette, Foch, and Cayuga
- Juice grape variety: Niagara
- Four barns providing agricultural storage and operational infrastructure
- Established vineyard infrastructure supporting commercial grape production
- Located along E. Lemon Creek Road
- Situated within Michigan's renowned Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail
- Located in Southwest Michigan's established grape-growing region near Lake Michigan
Values & Attributes
- Established commercial vineyard offering agricultural income potential
- Located within Michigan's renowned Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail
- Situated in one of Southwest Michigan's premier grape-growing regions
- Diverse wine and juice grape varieties supporting multiple market opportunities
- Favorable regional growing conditions influenced by Lake Michigan's moderating climate
- Significant acreage dedicated to established grape production
- Opportunity to expand an existing vineyard or agricultural operation
- Four existing barns providing valuable operational infrastructure
- Three-parcel configuration offering potential ownership and management flexibility
- Proximity to established wineries, vineyards, and agritourism destinations
- Mature timber providing wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, and natural beauty
- Potential for long-term agricultural appreciation and investment diversification
- Attractive opportunity for vineyard operators, agricultural investors, and specialty crop producers
- Rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale, established vineyard in desirable Berrien County, Michigan
Legal Description & Taxes
Parcel ID: 11-15-0008-0025-02-7
THE W1/2 OF W1/2 OF SW1/4 OF SEC 8 T6S R18W EXC E 187' OF S 432'
Taxes: Summer 2025: $1059.94, Winter 2025: $971.39, Summer 2026: $1079.08
Parcel ID: 11-15-0008-0002-05-1
COM AT S QTR PT SEC 8 T6S R18W TH S88DEG41'W 661.31'TH N00DEG02'15''W 1025.53'TH N88DEG41'E 662.16'TH S 1025.53'TO POB
Taxes: Summer 2025: $263.97, Winter 2025: $459.02, Summer 2026: $268.73
Parcel ID: 11-15-0016-0001-04-0
SPLIT ON 01/04/2017 FROM 15-0016-0001-02-1; COM AT W1/4 COR SEC 16 T6S R18W TH N01DEG08'13"E 800.25' TH S88DEG51'47"E 160' TH N01DEG08'13"E 272.25' TH N88DEG51'47"W 160' TH N01DEG08'13"E 1327.96' TH S88DEG44'48"E 959.33' TH S01DEG08'13"W 61.1' TH S88
Taxes: Summer 2025: $1884.69, Winter 2025: $1347.14, Summer 2026: $1918.73
Parcel ID: 11-15-0016-0001-03-0
SPLIT ON 01/04/2017 FROM 15-0016-0001-02-1; COM 240' S88DEG44'48"E OF NW COR SEC 16 T6S R18W TH S88DEG44'48"E 1090.98' TH S01DEG01'31"W 311.1' TH N88DEG44'48"W 372.26' TH N01DEG08'13"E 61.10' TH N88DEG44'48"W 719.33' TH N01DEG08'13"E 250' TO POB
Directions
From US 31: Take Exit 15B for M-139 toward Benton Harbor / St. Joseph for 0.8 Miles. Turn left onto Red Bud Trail for 0.6 miles. Turn right onto E Lemon Creek Road. 78-acre parcel is 1.8 miles on the left, 15-acre parcel is 2.5 miles on the right, 38-acre parcel is 2.9 miles on the right.
Disclaimer: All information provided by Geswein Farm & Land Realty, LLC or their sales representatives, brokers, managers, and advisors in connection with this property was acquired from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be accurate and reliable, however, we do not warrant its accuracy or completeness and it is subject to change without notice.
Questions, Offers & Showings
Contact Broker, Jason Cackley
Inquire about this listing today!
A Conversation, Not a Commitment
Whether you decide to sell or not, we’re happy to provide clear data that gives you confidence, clarity, and peace of mind.
Every conversation is confidential, straightforward, and centered on your goals.