Our Expansion Goals
Dear Neighbors & Residents
We want to be transparent with our overall direction of expansion for the Bluffs along with our timeline, phases and planned upgrades.
We wish to invite you to participate along with us by communicating your valuable feedback whenever you desire.
We understand you spend most of your time in this area and we truly wish to respect the environment already created before this expansion, as much as we possibly can.
Our Current Community
Northwest Michigan’s newest community, The Bluffs on Manistee Lake, is a manufactured home and RV development designed for active adults, 55 and over.
Located in our picturesque Manistee Township, The Bluffs features amenities including a swimming pool, hot tub, pickleball courts and expansive clubhouse.
Interested in Becoming a Neighbor?
We’ll be sharing renderings, timelines, and availability information as Phase 1 takes shape. Register your interest to hear directly from us — no middlemen, no guessing.
Future Expansion
Growing the Community That We Call Home
The Bluffs on Manistee Lake is expanding — here in 2026 we are working on adding another 159 new homes to our beloved 36 wooded acres of our 55+ lakeside community.
More neighbors, more life, the same peaceful Manistee spirit we’ve always cherished.
An Extension of What Already Is…
For years, The Bluffs has been one of Manistee’s most cherished communities — a quiet, well-maintained lakeside neighborhood where neighbors become friends. Now, we’re thoughtfully growing into the adjacent wooded land to bring that same quality of life to more families.
The expansion sits on approximately 36 acres of wooded land adjacent to our existing 95-site community. Every home will be designed to complement the natural landscape, with generous lot sizes, meaningful setbacks, and walking paths connecting residents to the lake.
Interested in Becoming a Neighbor?
We’ll be sharing renderings, timelines, and availability information as Phase 1 takes shape. Register your interest to hear directly from us — no middlemen, no guessing.
Quality Living
Quality Homes
A thoughtful mix of single and double-wide homes on lots ranging from 5,000 to over 8,000 square feet — spacious, private, and beautifully sited within the wooded expansion area.
Lake Access
Walking paths planned every ~3 home sites connect all new residents to the lake and community amenities. Living at The Bluffs means Manistee Lake is always just a short stroll away.
Natural Setting
The expansion preserves the wooded character of the land. Mature trees, setbacks designed for privacy, and thoughtful grading keep the landscape feeling natural and tranquil.
55+ Community
Like our existing community, the expansion is designated for residents 55 and older — a peaceful, quiet environment with neighbors who share a similar stage of life.
Smart Infrastructure
Modern utility systems, isolated water infrastructure, and careful stormwater management ensure the expansion is built right — for the long term and for the community around it.
Experienced Team
Geo Real Estate Development brings deep expertise to every aspect of this project, backed by engineering from Spicer Group, Inc. — a team that gets the details right.
Our Developers
Jennings Realty, Inc. has been developing and managing quality communities for over 70 years.
The Bluffs on Manistee Lake is part of a portfolio of exceptional properties — each one built with the same commitment to quality, community, and long-term value.
- Our sister properties include Sunkissed Villageand Bay Bayou— recognized among the finest resort communities in the country.
- The expansion is managed by Geo Real Estate Development, a respected firm with a proven track record in community-scale development across Michigan.
- Engineering is led by Spicer Group, Inc.(Shane Brennan, PE) — a firm known for rigorous, responsible design.
- Every decision is made with an eye toward neighborhood harmony— for current residents and the broader Manistee community alike.
Interested in Becoming a Neighbor?
We’ll be sharing renderings, timelines, and availability information as Phase 1 takes shape. Register your interest to hear directly from us — no middlemen, no guessing.
Dear Neighbors
We Want You to Hear It From Us
We know expansion can raise questions. We’d rather you have clear answers from us than wonder. Here’s what this project means — and what it doesn’t.
It’s a Quiet, 55+ Community
The entire expansion, like our existing neighborhood, is designated for residents 55 years and older. There are no playgrounds, no school-age children, no weekend parties. The people moving in are looking for exactly what you already enjoy — peace and quiet on a beautiful lake.
Designed With Boundaries in Mind
Setbacks are built into every lot — 10 feet front, 5 feet side, 15 feet rear. The expansion area is wooded and buffered from adjacent properties. Tree clearing will be managed responsibly, including environmental review and habitat assessments completed before ground breaks.
We’re Going Through the Process — Properly
We are working through every required approval: environmental surveys, engineering plans, zoning review with the Village of Eastlake, and SUP (Special Use Permit) filings. We welcome public input as part of that process and will be present at zoning meetings.
Questions? We’d Rather Talk
If you’re a nearby resident with concerns or questions about the expansion, we’d genuinely like to talk. Please reach out directly — we’ll always give you a straight answer before a rumor gets one.
Project Phases
How We’re Building This
We’re moving thoughtfully and methodically — the right way to build a community that will stand for decades.
Pre-Development – Current Phase
Environmental assessment, land surveys, engineering design, concept plans, and all zoning approvals. We’re on the ground — literally — to make sure this is done right before a single shovel breaks earth.
Pre-Construction
General contractor pre-construction work, final permitting, utility coordination, and construction document finalization.
Construction — Phase 1 Target: Summer 2026
Horizontal construction: roads, utilities, grading, and site infrastructure. Home factory builds begin in parallel so delivery can begin as soon as sites are ready.
Home Delivery & Move-In
Homes are delivered, set, finished, and move-in ready. New neighbors arrive and the community grows.
Interested in Becoming a Neighbor?
We’ll be sharing renderings, timelines, and availability information as Phase 1 takes shape. Register your interest to hear directly from us — no middlemen, no guessing.
Development Team – Built by People Who Know Communities
Owner’s representative and development lead for The Bluffs Expansion. Geo brings decades of hands-on community development experience to every phase of this project, from environmental review through final occupancy.
Led by Shane Brennan, PE, Spicer Group is handling all engineering: site surveys, stormwater, utility design, and preliminary through construction documentation. Proposal executed March 5, 2026.
A third-generation real estate development and investment company with over 70 years of experience — and the owner of some of the Midwest’s most beloved resort and lake communities, including The Bluffs.
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