There are many amazing places that I have explored in Michigan during the summer with family and friends, but one destination that I will never forget would be the Homestead. It is located in Leelanau County which is not a very common place you hear a lot. It is a premier travel destination for those seeking unmatched natural beauty in a tranquil setting. It is a peninsula blessed with sandy beaches, massive dunes, timbered ridges and pastoral farms surrounded by Lake Michigan’s clear waters.

These unique natural resources and breathtaking views led to the creation of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the National Park that now surrounds The Homestead. Recently, these unique resources were recognized again as the viewers of ABC’s Good Morning America chose Sleeping Bear Dunes over nine other carefully selected areas as the Most Beautiful Place in America.

In addition to its natural beauty, Leelanau has a long history of agriculture. For generations, its cherry orchards have produced the nation’s largest crops of sweet and tart cherries. Today the orchards have been joined by wineries that grow many varieties of grapes. Together they make Leelanau County the largest producer of wines in the state and an emerging viticulture area for the nation.

　

The Homestead Resort

Though it can be expensive, the resort is quite simple to picture. It was designed, built and is managed to help you enjoy the Most Beautiful Place in America. On its west are miles of sandy beaches on which you can walk for hours. The beaches are soothing by day, spectacular at sunset, remarkably romantic on starry nights. To its east is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Within the resort, neighborhoods separated by nature provide a wide range of high-quality accommodations. Some are perfect for couples, some for families, and some for groups. All are beautiful. There are shops, restaurants, and recreational facilities. There are places for weddings, reunions, and meetings. All of them are staffed by caring and attentive professionals. You could be pampered at the spa or salon, sit by a pool, play a round of golf or hike in the National Lakeshore, Or, you could teach your kids to swim, play tennis or golf, ski or snowboard.

Wedding

I came here for a wedding and it was absolutely the most beautiful wedding I have ever been too. I even thought about someday having my wedding there and never thought I would drive far for my wedding nor have a destination wedding. In settings as fresh as a flower, they meld the mystique of Leelanau with the majesty of Lake Michigan. Each is uniquely beautiful. Each is equipped and staffed to provide exceptional service. Choose one and views will beguile, flavors will swirl and wines will sparkle. Laughter will meld with the sounds of the water. And the day, the unique day, the perfect day, the day of which you’ve dreamed, will be made. I am proud to announce that The Homestead has been rated by previous brides and voted “The Knot Best of Weddings 2013 Pick.”

Wedding Lodging

You’ll have choices. They offer four small resort hotels- The Inn Stony Brook Lodge, Little Belle, and Fiddler’s Pond. They vary in location, size and price but not in quality. They also offer a wide range of privately-owned homes and condominiums. They vary in location, size, price and quality as all are ranked as Grand, Classic and Simple. Group rates are available in the resort hotels. Please visit Lodging. Simply said, you decide how you want to spend your time in the Most Beautiful Place in America. We take care of the rest.