Michigan Bed and Breakfast

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Michigan's many bed and breakfast inns are dotted throughout the "Wolverine" State's over 102,000 square miles. Michigan borders four of the five Great Lakes (all except Lake Ontario, and the state's coastlines are lined with small lakeside communities, perfect for a summer or fall getaway. Michigan is divided between two peninsulas: the lower, and most populated, peninsula and the northern "Upper Peninsula", called the "UP" locally. Michigan bed and breakfast inns run the gamut from stately Victorian homes to sprawling ranch-style resorts. Below is a selection of some of the best Michigan has to offer:

Southeast Michigan Bed and Breakfast Inns

Southeast Michigan is the most populated portion of the state. Home to Detroit, Ann Arbor, Deaborn, and Lansing, the area features museums, major-league sporting events, and Michigan and Michigan State Universities as well as fishing, skiing, hiking, and a myriad of watersports.

  • Apple and Pear Street Inn - 1505 Pear Street; Ann Arbor, MI 48105; 734.769.2795 - Located on the Northside of the city of Ann Arbor, 40 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) airport. Each guest room has Egyptian cotton linens, down comforters, extra plump pillows, a cozy feather bed, sitting area, reading lamp, closet, and workspace, including wireless Internet.
  • Ann Arbor Inn - 921 E. Huron St.; Ann Arbor, MI 48104; 734 994-9100 - Just steps away from the University of Michigan campus and Ann Arbor's numerous restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries, this friendly, nine-room B and B offers guests high-speed Internet access, private balconies, air-conditioning, and, of course, a hearty breakfast.
  • The Lotus B&B - 324 Washington St.; Monroe, MI 48161; 734 735-1077 - Located in Monroe, halfway between Toledo and Detroit, this historic Michigan bed and breakfast inn was built in 1870. The Italianate home has four bedrooms, all with private baths and some with wood-burning fireplaces and kitchenettes. The inn is located within walking distance of Monroe's many antique stores as well as Lake Erie State Park.

Northeast Michigan

Northeast Michigan, referred to as "up north" by Detroit and southern Michigan residents is home to some of the Midwest's best fishing, hiking, biking, and hunting. The sparsely populated area is home to the Huron National Forest as well as Mackinaw City, a charming summer, lakeside resort and gateway to Mackinaw Island.

  • Inn at Crooked Lake - 4407 US 31 N.; Oden, MI 49764; 231 439-9984 - This restored 1906 lake cottage sits along the waterfront, within a short walk of antique stores and a small beach. The five-bedroom inn features wood-burning fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, luxury linens, and high-speed Internet access.
  • The Arcadia House - 17304 Northwood Hwy (Scenic M-22);Arcadia, MI 49613; 231-889-4394 - Arcadia Bed and Breakfast is a year round bed and breakfast with magnificent scenery, country charm, unforgettable sunsets, and starry nights. 5 blocks to Lake Michigan.

Along Lake Michigan

Northwest Michigan, along Lake Michigan, offers excellent lake fishing. Fishing charter operators abound here and the lake offers a myriad of fish, including caho, lake trout, brown trout, chinock, and king salmon. Southwest Michigan is lined with lakefront resorts, such as Grand Haven, Saugatuck, and Benton Harbor.

  • Inn at Ludington - 701 E. Ludington Ave.; Ludington, MI 49431; 231 845-7055; 800 845-9170 - This six-room, historic Victorian inn is just a short walk away from the shores of Lake Michigan. The elegant inn offers air conditioning, antique furnishings, high-speed Internet access, and whirlpool tubs.
  • Park House Inn - 888 Holland St.; Saugatuck, MI 49453; 269 857-4535; 866 321-4535 - Located in Saugatuck's oldest residence (built in 1857), the Park House Inn offers historic elegance with modern ammenities. This Michigan bed and breakfast inn is just steps away from the lake, antiquing, and a variety of restaurants. Facilities include private baths, wood-burning fireplaces, high-speed Internet access, and air conditioning. Some of the ten rooms also offer private balconies and large whirlpool tubs.

The Upper Pennisula of Michigan

Michigan's upper peninsula is known for its pristine wilderness, wealth of outdoor activities, and rustic lifestyle. The 384-mile long stretch of land offers dense forest, waterfalls, sandy beaches, lighthouses, and excellent hiking, fishing, and winter cross-country skiing.

  • Pinewood Lodge B&B - PO Box 176; AuTrain, MI 49806; 906 892-8300 - Located on the north shore of the "UP", this five-bedroom log resort features its own beach on Lake Superior as well as an expansive lawn and easy access to nearby Hiawatha National Forest. The rooms have private baths, TVs, and VCRs. Breakfast is hearty as befits this wilderness country.

 


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