Enjoy a taste of Castle in the Country this season with Herb’s delicious stuffed pumpkin French toast made with his very own scratch-made sourdough bread. Our homemade stuffed pumpkin French toast recipe is perfect for fall, or anytime you’re craving some warm and sweet goodness. Herb and his helper create a wide variety of delicious…
Top Things to do in West Michigan
Sweet Potato-Crusted Quiche
This delicious and healthy sweet potato-crusted quiche is a breakfast favorite here at Castle in the Country. Make it in your kitchen, and it will easily become a new favorite breakfast or brunch recipe! Thanks to the sweet potato crust, this quiche is gluten-free and lower in carbs and calories than traditional quiches. Originating in…
Butternut Squash Tarts & Jalapeño Honey
These appetizer-sized Butternut Squash Tarts & Jalapeño Honey incorporate the late-summer flavors of Jalapeño peppers and fennel with the autumn flavors of butternut squash and sage. The quinoa crust makes them gluten-free. First, make the jalapeño honey. Combine honey and water in a small sauté pan and add the sliced jalapeño into the pan. Cook…
Romantic Valentine’s Day Getaway in Southwest MI
A romantic Valentine’s Day getaway in Southwest MI is just the thing after the busy holiday season. It’s essential to carve out time alone with the one you love most. The holidays mean gatherings of family and friends. Valentine’s Day is set aside for just the two of you. Make it a royal event with…
Michigan’s Perfect Proposal Spot
Castle in the Country truly is Michigan’s perfect proposal spot. Escape to the extraordinary, and let us set the scene for you to ask one of the most important questions of your life. With fantastic scenery, perfect proposal packages, and your unique love, we are so excited to help inspire your own special Happily Ever…
Top 10 Outdoor Experiences in Southwest Michigan
These are our top 10 outdoor experiences in Southwest Michigan — and many can be done right here on our property! The beauty and fun to experience are practically endless. You can experience the best adult getaway with equal parts fun and relaxing. Pack your bags, bring your camera (or phone), and get ready to…
Top Antique Shops in Southwest Michigan
Are you ever curious where Castle in the Country gets their furniture, artwork, and other antiques? Southwest Michigan has some of the top antique shops in the state and offers absolutely stunning “pre-loved” pieces to the Castles collection. Our guests come from near and far to see what treasures they can take home. Here are…
7 Top Southwest Michigan Wineries & Vineyards
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…