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Crafty Hops: Best Southwest MI Breweries

A young couple enjoying pints of beer at a bar

All within 30 min of our Bed & Breakfast We’re excited to share our list of the best Southwest MI breweries. Michigan is starting to gain a reputation for having some of the best craft beers in the country. Some have even nicknamed the state the “Great Beer” State. While staying at Castle in the…

7 Top Southwest Michigan Wineries & Vineyards

Exterior of the Castle Keep building with fall colors

Southwest Michigan has become well-respected in the wine world thanks to its glacial soils and lake effect. For instance, Lake Michigan’s climatic influence tempers the air along the shoreline regions, protects fall crops from early frosts, and prevents spring crops from blooming too early. Plus, lake effect snow insulates the vines from extremely cold winter…

Romantic Wine-Tasting Getaway in Michigan

A couple is kissing while wine-tasting outside

We love sharing our favorite spots for a memorable couple’s getaway, and at the top of the list are our favorite Michigan wineries. Our unique location in the rural countryside near the Lake Michigan waterfront towns of Saugatuck, Holland, and South Haven gives our guests the perfect starting point for a romantic couple’s getaway in…

Michigan Getaway Near Chicago

Looking for a getaway from the Windy City? You’ve found it. At Castle in the Country, we’re honored to have been chosen to represent Michigan’s “Best Room in the House” in a recent Chicago Tribune article. We are proud to be among the top ten Great Hotels of the Midwest. Our rural location is home…

Distilleries in Southwest Michigan

So many of our guests return to us eager to visit the tasting rooms of amazing wineries like Fenn Valley, breweries like Bell’s, and hard cider tasting rooms like Virtue. The newest trend cropping up are the distint distilleries in Southwest Michigan. We’re happy to direct our guests to some of the best. CopperCraft Distillery…

Michigan Wineries and Vineyard Tours at Fenn Valley

Southwest Michigan offers a plethora of things to do for visitors and residents alike. But one special activity is unique to this area – Michigan Wineries and vineyard tours at Fenn Valley. The best part about Fenn Valley Extended Vineyard Tours (aside from the amazing wine) is getting to ask the experts any question you’ve…

Romantic Winter Getaway in Michigan

Couple drinking wine by the fireplace

The temperatures may be dropping and the snow may be falling, but we’ll keep you warm and cozy with the most romantic winter getaway in Michigan. We are conveniently located near some of the best Michigan eateries and wineries where you’re guaranteed to warm your bellies and your hearts. If you and sweetheart are the…

Fenn Valley Winery Tour at our Michigan B&B!

The first weeks of August remind us that fall is just around the corner. Soon the leaves will begin to change into beautiful shades of reds, yellows, and oranges, and before you know it, apple and pumpkin picking will be one of our recommended activities when staying at our Allegan bed and breakfast. We have…