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Property Description
Nestled upon a semi private 1.178 acre partly wooded setting on one of Indiana's cleanest lakes is this rustic log style 1.5 story home providing one of the best settings on Crooked Lake. Crooked Lake has an appeal like few others in the area and provides tranquility that must be experienced to appreciate fully. This quaint 1952 sq ft 2 bedroom 2 bath year round home offers a main floor primary bedroom with a full bath plus a lakeside sun porch off the bedroom, a formal dining room right off the kitchen, a wood burning fireplace (not used) in the living room along with a lakeside den that would make a wonderful and relaxing office space as well. Moving upstairs you will find a cozy loft area, 2nd bedroom plus an extra 15 X 10 room that could be used for a huge walk in closet off the 25 X 11 second bedroom or be used as a bonus room of your choosing.The oversized 2 car detached log garage and 12X16 storage shed provides excellent space for vehicles and lake toys. The newly installed (2025) deck/outdoor seating area is perfect for morning coffee, sunset views and entertaining guests. The spacious lot provides for plenty of parking for those guests. As you enjoy the easy access to the lake, you will find that the long pier and dock provide opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming and lake side seating. Come experience this very unique property and make it your own for years of enjoyment on this serene and beautiful lake!
Directions
US 30 W. to SR 109, North 6 miles to Morsches Rd., Rt on Morsches Rd to fork in road, veer right to end of road turn right go to end of road turn right go up private road to home on left
Amenities
1st Bdrm En Suite, Built-In Speaker System, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops-Laminate, Crown Molding, Deck Open, Detector-Carbon Monoxide, Detector-Smoke, Disposal, Dryer Hook Up Gas/Elec, Firepit, Garage Door Opener, Landscaped, Patio Open, Porch Enclosed, Porch Screened, Range/Oven Hk Up Gas/Elec, Six Panel Doors, Storm Doors, RV Parking, Stand Up Shower, Main Level Bedroom Suite, Formal Dining Room, Main Floor Laundry, Washer Hook-Up
Sale Includes
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Window Treatments, Dryer-Electric, Kitchen Exhaust Hood, Laundry-Stacked W/D, Oven-Gas, Range-Gas, Water Heater Gas, Water Softener-Owned, Window Treatment-Blinds
Map to 497 E Morsches Road, Columbia City, IN 46725
Property
| MLS # |
202628278 |
| Date Listed |
2026-07-13 |
| Status |
Sold |
| Property Type |
Residential |
| Property SubType |
Site-Built Home |
| Square Feet |
1952 sqft |
| New Construction |
No |
| Style |
One and Half Story |
| Type |
Site-Built Home |
| Bedrooms |
2 |
| Bathrooms |
2
|
| Annual Taxes |
$4,448.00 |
| Year Taxes Payable |
2026 |
| Year Built |
1940 |
| Days on Market |
5 |
Additional
| Design |
Other |
| Cooling |
Heat Pump |
| Heating |
Electric, Propane, Forced Air, Heat Pump |
| Garage |
Attached |
| Main Level Laundry |
Yes |
| Outbuilding |
Shed |
Room Dimensions
| Living Room |
16 × 15 |
Main Level |
| Dining Room |
16 × 10 |
Main Level |
| Kitchen |
15 × 10 |
Main Level |
| Den |
16 × 15 |
Main Level |
| Master Bedroom |
12 × 12 |
Main Level |
| 2nd Bedroom |
25 × 11 |
Upper Level |
| Loft |
14 × 10 |
Upper Level |
| Extra Room |
14 × 14 |
Main Level |
Bathroom Locations
External Features
| Construction |
Site-Built Home |
| Exterior |
Log |
| Lot Size |
51,314 sq ft |
| Acreage |
1.18 Acre
|
| Lot Dimensions |
0X0 |
| Parking |
Yes |
| Out Buildings |
Shed |
| Sewer |
Public |
| Water |
Well |
| Fence |
None |
Location
| Area |
Whitley County |
| Location |
Lake |
| County |
Whitley |
| Subdivision |
None |
| Township |
Thorn Creek |
| City |
Columbia City |
| State |
IN |
| Zip |
46725 |
Schools
| School District |
Whitley CO Cons Schools |
| Elementary |
Northern Heights |
| Middle School |
Indian Springs |
| High School |
Columbia City |
Financial
| Financing Terms |
Cash, Conventional |
| Assoc. Dues |
$0.00 Not Applicable |
MLS# 202628278
Listing Provided Courtesy of Gregory Fahl
Orizon Real Estate, Inc.
Off: 260-248-8961
Listing updated August 28, 2026 at 9:45 am
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