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The Hotel Saugatuck Blog

Apple picking in Saugatuck

(Photo by Jill Devries) Revel in the natural, organic bounty of one of the finest orchards in Michigan, Crane Orchards in Fennville.  Fueled by the rich soil and abundant waters of the Great Lakes, the orchard is a great autumn destination to enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature. Available varieties for picking vary throughout the season and currently visitors to the Orchard can pick Ida Reds, Jonathan, Empire and Jonagold. Gala and Honey Crisp have been pre-picked and are available for purchase.

Wine and cheese

It's that time of year when cozy fireplaces, farm-to-table artisanal cheeses, and flavorful wines and ciders call us to immerse ourselves in the colorful majesty of the fall season. Our region is rich in fall color tours and homegrown, wholesome ingredients harvested from our scenic rural lands and handcrafted by our farmers.

The Hotel Saugatuck

Join the rapidly growing micro-cation trend and include Saugatuck on your next itinerary. Condé Nast Traveler and their vast network of writers and resources compile an annual list of geographically diverse destinations that appeal to travelers of all types.

Downtown Saugatuck

After you’ve enjoyed your homemade gourmet breakfast delivered to your lake view room or cottage at our luxury bed and breakfast, take a leisurely thirty-minute drive to nearby Allegan and be one of the first to visit Michigan’s largest antique show starting April 26th. Antiques Magazine rates the Allegan Antiques Market “One of the Ten Best Shows in America” and draws antique lovers from across the Midwest.

Real to Reel Film Festival

Our region is renowned as the Art Coast of Michigan and we invite you to celebrate, explore and enjoy the two-day Real to Reel 2020 Film Festival at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts on March 27 and 28. Held annually since 1979, the festival includes weekend-long exhibition openings, exclusive artist talks and demonstrations, live music, pop-up shopping, local food, craft brews, and parties.

Saugatuck Center for the Arts

February is that special time of year when we celebrate the ones we love and, for many, it is also a time for reflection and exploration. In Saugatuck, this peaceful season allows you to embrace the quiet winter wonderland at the edge of Lake Michigan.

Coral Cables room at The Hotel Saugatuck

Stay in a unique historic room, each with a fireplace, hydrotherapy tub, and room service, as well as offerings to celebrate this holiday of love. Add that finishing touch of flowers, champagne, and chocolate-covered strawberries to honor your special love.

Featured in Forbes, The Hotel Saugatuck is one of the 25 best international destinations for transformational travel.  Wrap your loved one in the small-town charm that is Saugatuck with its warmly lit specialty, antique and wine shops, microbreweries, boutique restaurants, and art galleries.

Saugatuck Center for the Arts Holiday Market

Celebrate the holidays with the Saugatuck community at the Holiday Market located at Saugatuck Center for the Arts on Saturday, November 30th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The market features thirty vendors selling a variety of products that are perfect to take home as holiday gifts, decorate your home with, or commemorate your time spent here in Saugatuck this season. 

Felt Mansion

Holidays at the Felt Mansion are one-of-a-kind, with over 25 themed trees and 5,000 lights that is sure to put you in the spirit of the season. 

Fenn Valleys Vineyards

There are dozens of ways to make date night special, but one of the best ways to make a night unforgettable during your stay is at one of the Winemaker’s Dinners at Fenn Valley Vineyard.

The Winemaker’s Dinner starts with a sparkling wine and cheese reception followed by a coursed dinner. Each course includes a Fenn Valley wine carefully selected by the chef and winemaker. If curiosity peaks your interest, Fenn Valley staff will be available to answer questions about the wine selections and the theories behind the pairings.

Saugatuck Center for the Arts

Starting October 18th and running until December 20th, the Saugatuck Center for the Arts (SCA) will be displaying interactive works from artists Simon Alexander-Adams, Patrick Ethe, and Cuppeteli & Mendoza daily in tandem with an outdoor, building-spanning installation, Playful Spaces, by Jeremy Barnett and Jason Maracani. The displays, called Luminescence, all use light as their main component with the help of some ingenious electrical engineering, creative design, and expert application of physics.

Fall Foliage in Michigan

all in Southwest Michigan is so much more than leaf-peeping views and cozy fireplaces (although those are two of our favorites). Here, fall is the season of great food, freshly harvested from nearby, local farms and farmers; the season of exploring Southwest Michigan’s many vineyards and wineries; the season of jazz music sounds and intimate evenings; the season of getting lost in labyrinthine mazes of corn.

Two Hands Toasting with Beer Glasses

Saugatuck may be most famous for its beaches but it’s Saugatuck’s spirits and craft breweries that have also made our town a beloved vacation destination. Beer lovers and IPA-enthusiasts will feel right at home in Saugatuck and with so many craft breweries to pick from, there’s always something new to see—and taste. Follow our insider’s guide below for a Southwest Michigan craft brewery tour that will be unforgettable.