Promise of Romance Fulfilled at our Romantic Getaway in Michigan

It’s a new year! 2011 is now in the history books and we look forward to what 2012 brings. As the newest Innkeeper here at Castle in the Country, I get to talk and share with guests about what brought … Continue reading

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Cherry-Chocolate Cream Scone Recipe

Most traditional scone recipes use both butter and milk or cream. Here we simplify by using only heavy cream. This simplifies & shortens the preparation process, and the end result yields a crispy, more browned crust with a moist interior. … Continue reading

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Select Castle in the Country and receive a special gift

Just a few short days till New Year’s Eve and here at Castle in the Country Bed & Breakfast Inn we’re really grateful to each of you who have made 2011 an amazing year! We’re so honored to have been … Continue reading

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Christmas Open House Dec. 18, 2:00-5:00 at Castle in the Country B&B Inn

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at our Southwest Michigan bed and breakfast. Like a Thomas Kinkade painting, the Castle is all-aglow with icicle lights surrounding the wide wraparound porch and window candles shining from all 3 … Continue reading

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Seckel Pears Baked in Cardamom-Mint Sauce

This recipe works with any variety of pear that is available. Be sure to adjust baking time according to ripeness of the pears. This recipe actually works better with hard, less ripe pears. Serves 8 Ingredients 8 Seckel Pears (or … Continue reading

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Castle in the Country Gift Shop

The seasons aren’t the only thing changing at Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast Inn. With the changes in the landscape surrounding the Castle Keep, and anticipation of that first snowfall, we’ve brought out the snowshoes and stocked up … Continue reading

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Castle in the Country: A Winter Wonderland

Despite what rumors may have led you to believe, Southwest Michigan becomes magical as the snow falls. The hills and trees, frosted with fresh white powder, give the area a clean glimmer; where better to experience the magic than at … Continue reading

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Improved Picnic Basket

We have recently made a few changes to our very popular picnic basket: In addition to our freshly made sourdough bread, honey, preserves, fruit, chips, double-chocolate cookies, and the beverage, we have added the following: An assortment of artisanal cheeses. … Continue reading

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Why choose a Bed and Breakfast vs. a Hotel for your next Getaway?

Hello, I’m Dany Hough, the Assistant Innkeeper at Castle in the Country. One common question that we get from guests is how is a bed and breakfast different from a hotel? I am definitely able to answer that question! Before coming … Continue reading

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What can you expect when you visit Castle in the Country?

When our Innkeepers are answering emails, or answering the phone here at Castle in the Country Bed & Breakfast Inn we often hear the hesitation in a guest’s voice when they say “we’ve never been to a bed and breakfast … Continue reading

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