Now is the perfect time to get away to Michigan. Winter is over, the birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and the weather is warming up. Shake off the winter blues, kiss work goodbye, and revel in the joy of springtime. From outdoor fun like biking and birding, to local attractions and great food, here…
Finally, the stars have aligned and your prayers have been answered; your best friend and life partner has asked you to be theirs forever. Your ring is now correctly sized and you have posted at least 10 Instagram and Facebook pictures showing it off in every light; so now what? Wedding planning, that’s what! With…
Say Yes to the Best Wedding Venue in Michigan Imagine celebrating the love you share at an intimate wedding venue in Michigan. Whether you’re looking for a glamorous budget-friendly option or a romantic elopement for two, we have everything you need here at our romantic Michigan bed and breakfast. The best part is no matter…
Yellow, green, and red, oh my! Fall is just around the corner, which brings one much-anticipated activity – apple picking. Round, shiny apples in various shades and varieties become ever abundant and evident in the surrounding Michigan orchards and farms from late August through October. Our Castle in the Country Bed & Breakfast, nestled in…
Our chicken and white wine pub pie is a hearty, savory dish sure to please your family and friends. The addition of white wine adds a nice dimension of flavor to the sauce. Use whatever you like: sweet, dry, sherry, whatever your preference. Our favorites are purchased right here in Michigan from our local vineyards.…
Our delicious tomato jam recipe is actually a form of the common condiment ketchup. Besides the tomatoes, ketchup includes some kind of sweetener (usually corn syrup) balanced with an acid (usually vinegar), plus some spices (onion powder being the predominant favorite.) Here, we use lime juice as the acid, granulated sugar as the sweetener, and some…
A Castle in the Country Classic. Our cream-filled French toast is made with our own sourdough bread to add a little sweet/sour balance. Diet: Vegetarian
Most traditional scone recipes use both butter and milk or cream. For our Cherry-Chocolate Cream Scones, we’ve simplified the process by using only heavy cream, which also shortens the preparation process. The end result yields a crispy, more browned crust with a moist interior. Any dried fruit, such as cherries, apricots, or even raisins,…
