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A view of the Castle Keep (farmhouse with 5 guestrooms) amidst brilliant fall foliage

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…

A bright antique shop displays a number of unique items

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…

Exterior of the Castle Keep building with fall colors

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…

Give the Gift of ‘Castle in the Country’ to the Mothers in Your Life

Looking for the best gift ever to give to the best mom ever? Castle in the Country is the perfect getaway destination to show the women in your life how much you appreciate them. Treat them to a luxurious whirlpool/fireplace suite, gourmet breakfast, beautiful scenery, and romantic walks in the woods. Why not purchase a…

A Bicycle Trip to Saugatuck

This is Herb, co-owner of Castle in the Country. I usually write about my bicycle adventures in a different blog, Herb Bikes a Lot, but you might be interested in this ride which features some local attractions. The distance to Saugatuck by this route is 33 miles, a 66 mile round trip. A map and…

A windmill and field of colorful tulips in Holland, MI

Romantic Getaway Near Holland MI During Tulip Season

Are you ready for a couple’s escape this spring? Then, start planning your romantic getaway near Holland, MI, during tulip season! Stay at Castle in the Country, and we’ll help you organize the best stay ever for you and your best friend. Tulip Time Festival The city of Holland, MI, is one of our Innkeepers’…

Stress Free Romantic Getaway

No matter what the economic news, couples who want to invest in their future know they need to take time to celebrate all the important events in their lives. Anniversaries, birthdays, babymoons and honeymoons are obvious reasons to treat yourselves to time away, but who has the time to research all the details necessary to…

Great Places to Check Out Before Checking In

While the Innkeepers and staff are spending the afternoon getting ready for your arrival and making sure every detail is in place before you check in between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. at our Allegan Bed and Breakfast, we’d like to suggest some great places right down the road from us to check out before checking…