Top Michigan Romantic Getaways And Honeymoon DestinationsPlenty of Michigan romantic getaways can be found along the southwest and central coastal areas. Nestled in the southwest corner of the state near the Michigan-Indiana border is an area called "Harbor Country®". This is an area I was fortunate to watch develope into what I believe is the pearl of Michigan.
With the help of many local businesses brought it back to what many call "The Hamptons of the Midwest". If you are looking for a slower, peaceful, and tranquil honeymoon destination, you will find them here.
New Buffalo has the lone harbor in Harbor Country® located where the Galien River enters Lake Michigan. The city beach is next to the harbor and only steps from the downtown area. There is a daily park fee or you can purchse a yearly pass if you will be visiting often (also saves you money). If you're coming by boat there is some transient docking available and there is also a public boat launch on the Galien River.
The other towns in Harbor Country® may be smaller but they are big on charm and character with unique finds around every corner. Art galleries, specialty shops, along with plenty of good restaurants ensure a really fun, scenic, resort atmosphere. Here is a map of the Harbor Country® area courtesy of The Harbor Country® Chamber Of Commerce.
Our top picks for romantic Michigan getaways and honeymoon destinations in this amazing area.The Harbor Grand Hotel in New Buffalo (located on the harbor) is a contempory arts and crafts style hotel. It is one of the most romantic Michigan getaways in the area. Rooms with lake or city views and a staff that goes out of its way to please.
St. Joseph is a really unique city. Sitting on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan you can enjoy it many ways. If you don't feel like doing the beach thing, the bluff is the place to be. Grab a bite, (or ice cream cone) to go at one of the many restaurants. Stroll over to the bluff ... sit and enjoy ... while gazing out over the lake, or watching boats come in and out of the harbor.
The bluff is also a great spot on the 4th of July. One of the best firework shows in the state can be enjoyed here.
The Venetian Festival runs in July and it's impossible to get a room as most are booked years in advance. That should tell you how popular this festival is. It's one of the states largest and draws hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Across the bridge is Benton Harbor, the sister city. It had fallen on hard times but is making a comeback with specialty shops and art galleries springing up in the downtown area. We enjoyed our honeymoon getaway here on the bluff, at the beautiful Boulevard Inn Hotel.
Michigan romantic getaways are plentiful in the Saugtuck/Douglas area. This is the "art mecca" of the midwest. With over 60 galleries you're sure to find that unusual piece you've been looking for.
Summertime here is busy ... but relaxed. Many of the restaurants and cafe's have outside patio areas for an enjoyable meal, and many sculptures adorn the streets.
American Style Magazine says "Saugatuck is one of the top five Art Towns in America. MTV rated Oval beach as one of the top five in the United States. You feel like your visiting a European port town.
Plenty of romantic Bed and Breakfasts here, but one is very special. The The Wickwood Inn is owned and operated by best selling cookbook author Julee Rosso (TheSilver Palate Cookbook) and her husband Bill Miller. They have created a very special romantic getaway. Zagat reviewers say " it is one of the best in the world", while Travel and Leisure magazine call it "One of the worlds most romantic inns". I think that pretty much says it all.
You can see there are beautiful Michigan romantic getaways along this stretch of the coast. You can view more at our places to stay pages.
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