We are so excited to be awarded by iLoveInns as one of 2015’s Top Ten Romantic Inns! Our mission here at Castle in the Country B&B Inn is to deliver great lodging experiences that respond to the need for couples to get away in a beautiful and peaceful place and spend quality time together in a way that is relaxing, rejuvenating, and romantic. Here is our top 10 most romantic activities in Southwest Michigan for you to enjoy during your next getaway.
1. Reconnect in a unique guest room or suite
Book now and learn the difference between a “cookie cutter” hotel room anywhere and a romantic luxury suite filled with amenities like these:
- King Beds or Queen Beds
- Fireplaces in every room and an outdoor fireplace
- Jetted Tubs for two
- Flat Screen TVs/DVD
- Free Wi-Fi
- Two-Person Showers with Waterfall Shower Heads
2. Pamper yourselves with side-by-side couple’s massage
Take advantage of our on-site spa. Even better, upgrade to the chocolate bliss or 90 minute massage and ensure your only getaway plans are for relaxation.
3. Expand your taste at wineries and craft breweries
- We’re proud to be located so close to amazing Southwest Michigan wines, craft beers, and spirits. Our guests rave about these local watering spots, perfect for a day-trip spent with just the two of you!
- Fenn Valley Winery or St. Julian Winery
- Virtue Cider or McIntosh Orchards
- New Holland Brewery, Bell’s Brewery, Saugatuck Brewing, Paw Paw Brewing
- Coppercraft Distillery
Bell’s Brewery and Eccentric Cafe
4. Enjoy great food
Share with us your tastes and preferences. From all the courses of our gourmet breakfast to the late night cookie run, we know that every food experience of your vacation is important to your “Best romantic Getaway”. Stay in with our Dinner at the Inn Package- flaky pub pies, mixed green salads, dessert and a bottle of local wine all delivered to your guest room or suite. Or, venture out and choose from our extensive list of area restaurant suggestions. Ask us at Check in to help with an Itinerary for your entire vacation and we’ll help to ensure that every choice will be the best fit for you.
5. Shop til you drop
Utilize our recommendations for these nearby Lake Michigan Shoreline towns. Enjoy oil and vinegar tasting, seasoning shops, home accessory shops or antiques and then return to the country to escape all the crowds and treat yourselves to all the seclusion you need:
6. Add a Bundled Package
What’s more romantic than having every detail covered for you and your sweetheart? Let us make the reservations, schedule the massage or sleigh ride, and bring your breakfast to your room with our bundled package options like:
- Royal Treatment
- Celebration
- Winter Warmth
7. Explore our 65 acre property
The Castle Grounds are full of secluded nature trails for you and your sweetheart. Choose the main trail straight to the Lake, or meander on the secondary trails that all connect back to the Inn.
- Snowshoes provided complimentary (warm up at the Inn with a cup of hot chocolate)
- 2 Kayaks and paddle boat provided complimentary for use on Lake Emerson
- Follow our map to Kal-Haven Trail, Dunes State Park, Holland State Park
8. Watch the sunset
As you gaze at the setting sun, remember the love that brought you and your special someone together in the first place. Choose your viewing spot from your guest room window, from our chairs overlooking the pond, our screen house or dock at Lake Emerson, or follow our suggestions for off-site Lake Michigan beaches such as Dunes State Park or Holland State Park.
9. Experience a Horse drawn sleigh ride.
Travel through the snow-kissed countryside while bundled up close to your love with a sleigh ride as part of our Winter Warmth Package. In the warmer months, be adventurous with horse back riding or a horse-drawn buggy ride at nearby Wild West Ranch.
10. Choose Castle in the Country for your Wedding.
What’s more romantic than a country destination wedding? Choose from our package options for an Enchanting elopements, small weekday weddings, or glamorous destination weekend weddings. Each of our packages ensure every detail is covered from your flowers to your honeymoon suite.
Thank you to the thousands of couples who’ve chosen our B&B to help celebrate anniversaries, honeymoons or just a much needed romantic getaway and then, honored us by returning again and again to our piece of heaven in the country.