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"This was a great, long weekend getaway! Ruth & Herb, thanks so much for your wonderful hospitality. The breakfasts were delicious, All of the rooms are beautiful, and you gave us great ideas for places to go during the day. The grounds were beautiful & tranquil...we can't wait to experience the other 3 seasons here."
Mike & Elaine
"Dear Ruth & Herb, Thanks for creating such a paradise here in the woods. Everything was magical & we enjoyed ourselves completely. Your service was wonderful and we will be back again & again to find an escape from the everyday and celebrate our love."
Jennifer & David
"I wanted something special for our wedding anniversary & I found it here! We have never been to a B&B before but were delighted with our experience here, I never want to stay in a hotel again. Our hosts were wonderful. They have made this a very special getaway. I slept great and my husband slept even better, it was so peaceful & quiet- the bed was incredible with soft linens, fluffy pillows...what an escape. The rooms were clean and smelled wonderful. The grounds were so beautiful, they reminded me of a living Rockwell painting.
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Things to do ... or do nothing at all!
Your search for the perfect Michigan vacation has come to an end. We'll help you plan every detail to make your Michigan skiing or wine tasting experience far from ordinary at our beautiful 65-acre country estate!
During your stay at the Inn, spend your time hiking through the trails in our very own enchanted forest. Or, kayak through the beautiful waters of our own private lake. For those with a less adventurous spirit take a jaunt on the paddleboat or relax in our screened porch and watch the wildlife. Schedule a side by side couple's massage in our on-site spa, The Royal Retreat, or watch a newly released DVD in your luxurious suite with whirlpool tub for two and fireplace. For those of you who need to be "fully connected" while you re-connect with each other, we offer FREE WI-FI from all common areas and most rooms/suites. We also offer a complimentary Internet station if you would rather leave your own laptop behind.
The Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast Inn is just 6 miles away from the historic town of Allegan, MI and just 30 minutes away from Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, South Haven, or Holland. Every
adventure will lead you through the most scenic countryside in all of Southwest Michigan. We've highlighted only the best restaurants, wineries, antique malls, and shopping on our Map and we'll provide personal concierge service to the hottest spots in Allegan County.
For shopping enthusiasts, there are boutique and home accessory shopping opportunities all around, including the April-September antique market held on the last Sunday of each month at the nearby Allegan County Fairgrounds.
Art abounds along the Lake Michigan coast, called The Third Coast. Spend a day touring the beautiful countryside, visiting galleries along the way by taking the Blue Coast Artist Tour or ask your Innkeeper for other suggestions & referrals.
Golf at one of the many exceptional courses such as the Lynx, Cheshire Hills, Clearbrook, Ravines, and more. We can assist with tee times
Nearby Activities:
- Downhill Skiing:Bittersweet and Timber Ridge
- Wine tasting Southwest Michigan Wine Trail or St. Julian's , and Warner Vineyards. Or visit Fenn Valley Winery and receive two free wineglasses when you present our coupon.
- Self guided tour with our Castle in the Country Kingdom map through our 65 wooded acres
- Allegan State Game Area, over 50,000 acres of untouched forested wilderness and cross-country skiing, hiking, or snowshoeing trails.
- The State Game area maps are available here, but be sure to ask your innkeepers about recommendations and hunting season restrictions. (If you are thinking ahead for springtime, a previous guest, an avid birder, filed this trip report including springtime pictures.)
- Kal-Haven Trail, a 33 mile rails-to-trails pathway connecting the cities of Kalamazoo and South Haven and contain both cross-country and snowmobile trails.
- Horseback riding
- Schedule Horse Drawn Sleigh rides both on-site for group events or at nearby Bittersweet Acres for one couple at a time.
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On-Site Activities
Hiking/Walking trails
Mountain Bicycling
Kayak
Paddleboat
Row Boat
Fish
Bird Watch
Mushroom Hunt
Massages & Other Spa Services
Dinner in the Gazebo or guestroom
Picnic Basket Lunches
Snowshoe
Cross-Country Skiing
Horse Drawn Sleigh/Wagon Rides
Bonfires/Fire pit
WI-FI Access/Internet Access
Used Book Nook
Gift Shop
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Dining Out
Dining options nearby are plentiful. We would love to match the perfect dining experience with your needs. A partial listing follows, but we provide all current menus and can give you insider tips about atmosphere and food quality at each of the restaurants we recommend.
Allegan - The Grill House, a grill your own steakhouse & bar menu, only 5 minutes away.
Paw Paw - Bistro 120, or Kevin's Tavern on the River; fine dining & pub style, only 15 minutes away.
Plainwell - Aries Cafe or London Grill, only 15 minutes away
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Fennville - Journeyman Cafe, organic & gourmet fine dining, only 20 minutes away.
Holland - Via Maria www.viamariatrattoria.com, Boatwerks, Til' Midnight, Curragh, fine dining & pub style; 30 minutes away.
Saugatuck/Douglas -Blue Moon www.bluemoonbarandgrille.com, The Mermaid, Marro's, Clearbrook Golf Club, and Everyday People Cafe'; 30 minutes away.
Kalamazoo- Food Dance, Singapore Grill, R.R Stanley's; 30 minutes away.
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