Summertime & the Livin’ is Easy at our Country Inn

Herb Boven
June 9th 2011

Summer is finally here and every new day brings something wonderful on our 65 acre property in Southwest Michigan.  Walking hand in hand through our wooded trails you’re likely to spot a white tailed deer or while relaxing in the … Continue reading →

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Myths of a Bed and Breakfast

Herb Boven
April 27th 2011

Working at Castle in the Country has completely changed my perspective on the B&B industry.  Many in my age group (mid 20′s) would never consider a B&B because the first thing that comes to mind is “Grandma’s house” and being forced … Continue reading →

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Redecorating and Renaming our Guest Rooms

Herb Boven
March 11th 2011

To celebrate our 21st year of Innkeeping  here at Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast Inn and the renovation makeover we completed, we’re re-naming all of the rooms/suites in the Castle.  We’ve given them a name that suits their … Continue reading →

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He popped the question….now what?

Herb Boven
February 28th 2011

As the Holiday season wraps up, the most recent being Valentines day, our guess is that there are a lot of newly engaged couples looking for the perfect romantic setting for their wedding. Our romantic Southwest Michigan Inn is the … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Bliss Massage & Romantic Indulgences at our Michigan Inn & Spa

Herb Boven
January 31st 2011

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and with it everyone’s focus on romance, love, and of course, chocolate. Even the most cynical among us want to believe it’s more than just a Hallmark holiday and so we’ll plan a special getaway … Continue reading →

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2010 Weddings at Castle in the Country

Herb Boven
January 5th 2011

We want to congratulate all 31 couples that got married at Castle in the Country in 2010. It was a pleasure hosting your special day. Each wedding was special and unique, and we were glad that we could be apart … Continue reading →

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A year in Review

Herb Boven
January 3rd 2011

It’s been a full year since I started working at Castle in the Country, and every day has been a learning experience. I’ve been able to meet so many great people throughout the year, whether it’s during guest check in, … Continue reading →

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Our New Heron Room

Herb Boven
December 27th 2010

We spent the month of November updating the Heron room. We wanted make the room more romantic and welcoming for couples to spend time in the room comfortably: better seating, more storage space, change the layout to give a more … Continue reading →

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Some Historical Photos of the Castle Building

Herb Boven
December 26th 2010

The Front Parlor Our Queen Anne-style Castle in the Country broke ground in 1906 and was completed in 1911 as the summer home of Pennsylvania coal executive John H. Wurtz. He sold it in 1922 to a prominent Chicago dentist, … Continue reading →

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Chocolate!

Herb Boven
December 12th 2010

Chocolates included in our packages come from a store in Allegan called, “Something Sweet.” We talk with the owner about her favorite subject, Chocolate Truffles!

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