Great event place we had our family reunion there and it was awsome. The owners were super friendly…read moreand accommodating. We were allowed us to rent the venue and the campground for an entire holiday weekend so that the whole family could camp together. The place is beautiful and we had an absolute blast.

Recently visiting out of state from Napa California and was starting to feel a little homesick…read more Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard came highly recommended by my partners parents. We loaded up and headed out! The property is stunning and very picturesque, with plenty of seating for small & larger parties both inside and outside; including shaded patio seating. The staff was absolutely friendly and a delight. Helen and Janet were phenomenal. They gave us a history of the property, answered any questions we had about the process of the wine making, and checked in on us multiple times. Keeping the good vibes going! They have 12 drinks to try; 10 wines and two ciders, and sampling can be done various ways. You can purchase three tastings for $8, purchase by the glass or by the bottle. Additionally they have both a nonalcoholic and slushes with alcohol. Which was pretty sweet and refreshing on a hot day and already has us craving another one. Oh can't forget they also have some delectable ice cream bar flavors like strawberry lemon cake! I sampled all of the wines and two ciders. My favorite wines were the Itasca, Petite Peal, and Chambourcin. The Chambourcin reminds me of a flat version of the sparkling red they serve at Domaine Chandon, so I picked up a bottle to bring back home to a friend in California. I recommend paying for the charcuterie board as well as it pairs nicely with the wines. The cheeses, fruit and olives were all fresh and tasted great. Big thank you to Helen and Janet, for making our first trip up so special. Will be back for sure when in the area and will start recommending to all of our friends & family.

This winery is really a lovely spot to sit, savor an adult beverage, have a snack, and enjoy the…read moreviews and time with people you want to connect or reconnect with. We arrived with a larger group of 9 from a conference and it was already fairly busy, but the bartender was a pro and explained the process quickly and took everyone's orders easily. By the time we waited in line to our purchase our items, the tastings were ready - it was fast! I tried the blueberry wine (perfectly persuasive copy!) and the two ciders. For me it was the ideal tasting experience. The salty nuts were just the right complement to the flavors of the wine and cider. The live music guitar player created a lovely ambiance. The views of the winery are gorgeous. Go. Enjoy. Highly recommend!

We had our wedding at Nature beginning of July this year (2023).From our first engagement with…read moreBryan (owner) when we discovered the venue a year prior, we knew that Nature was a special place and was going to be a perfect backdrop for our wedding. Bryan is extremely thoughtful in his caretaking of the property: it's a beautiful building and the grounds are spectacular. He also genuinely takes pride in his ability to help curate an atmosphere that is unique to you as a couple, which is something that is not found in many property owners. We took full advantage of all of Nature's offerings, including having 70 of our friends on site with us in the glamping tents Friday and Saturday night. The glamping experience truly made our wedding so unique and magical: there is a huge fire pit in the middle of the woods that added countless hours for creating memories. The glamping accommodations were bougie enough for even the most high maintenance of our friends: everyone was comfortable and raved about their experience! When our original plan for hosting a Sunday brunch fell through at the 11th hour, Bryan graciously let us host the brunch at Nature, once again showing his accommodating nature (no pun intended). One thing I will say is that this venue is not for those who are looking for full service planning and coordination. We did hire a weekend coordinator (who did a great job) but even despite having her onboard, we had an incredible amount of help from family and friends to pull this off. There's no way we could've had the wedding of our dreams without the support from everyone including Bryan, but just fair warning that this venue is very much a DIY blank canvas and requires you as the hosts to be flexible, so make sure you're up for it! We would change not a single thing and would recommend Nature to anyone looking to host a unique and memorable gathering.

Nice setting! Stop there! There aren't any cabins aside from the one that the two workers stay…read morein! The rest are tents purchased at Walmart. We had spiders the size of frogs in our tent all over! The owner made the wedding party put sheets on the tents, take the garbage out, sweep the floor of the tented banquet area, we had to set up table and chairs for reception, we had to set up chairs for the ceremony, again all while he and his two workers are sitting and watching us. He literally had the audacity to sit and watch all of us work! It's a shame they are willing to run this type of operation for such special occasions. My hunch is it won't last long!

The Mercato is a collection of shops in the now repurposed Traverse City State Hospital. I wouldn't…read morereally call it a mall, but I guess by definition it fits? Anyway, the shops are teeny tiny but pack a wallop by being beautifully curated and uniquely configured. I think I purchased more here than I have at any other shopping excursion I've had all year. They've got a shop dedicated to alpaca wool goods, a more gentleman focused shop called the Haberdashery, a pet boutique, a used bookstore, a toy store, and many others including my favorite of them all, Moonstruck Gardens, which is packed full of delightful art, stickers, home decor, and more. They also have dining options and a coffee shop if you're thirsty or a little peckish. The layout can be a little confusing but there's plenty of signage to help you along the way. But the beauty of it is just exploring and finding the fun around every corner.

What a fascinating place. The building and grounds are lovely. First of all the building is a…read morerefurbishment asylum. Some say haunted. They did a lovely job restoring this property. There are lovely specialty shops and a few restaurants. One of the restaurants is one of the most highly rated in town. The shops have some interesting handy craft work .. wood, pottery. Jewelry. Decorative glass. .

Corner Loft was absolutely amazing! We fell in love with the venue immediately, the atmosphere is…read moreperfect for an intimate wedding. We had 60 guests and everyone fit perfect! Marie was very easy to work with. If you're looking for a small venue for a ceremony or reception this is the place. It's also a perfect location right downtown, close to hotels, and other fun things that Traverse City has to offer.

We worked a reception on 8/6/16 at the Loft and while it is an amazing place, it was hot. They…read morereally need to address the A/C system as it was uncomfortably hot the entire night. The DJ got a fan out of his own vehicle to help the bride and groom during dinner. Insufficient A/C and zero air movement made it unbearable.

This is such an absolute gem of a place! We love visiting these gardens whenever we are in town…read more They are so well maintained, and the volunteers are so friendly and love to share their knowledge about both the plants and the history. It is a perfect opportunity to learn and stretch your legs. Festival it is free to walk around the grounds and take in the breathtaking views that this site provides here in the shadows of the spires of this former state hospital. The children's garden, fairy garden and Japanese gardens are all breathtakingly, beautiful, and fun to explore how fortunate the city is to have Such a place to retreat to.

It is totally free, including guided tours. They do request donations as the place is fully funded…read moreby donations and grants. They have a large grounds with a lot of different gardens and the old farm buildings being repurposed. The history of the place is interesting: The land was initially part of the Grand Traverse Commons, which was once the site of the Traverse City State Hospital, a mental institution. They have healing gardens, labyrinth, fairy garden, Asian garden, fire resistant garden, community garden, etc... they also have a lot of trails and a self guided tour with a map. The guided tours are done by volunteers.

Easy check in. Good view of nature from the room on the 2nd floor…read more Easy parking and helpful employees who actually like working for IHG and this location shows. The breakfast bar is top notch and fresh too. Wish for honey for the tea but the cinnamon rolls are delicious and coffee great as well. Hot hot tub that's huge and empty at 10pm. And overnight firm mattresses but 2 types of pillows a polyester and a king feather pillow make this hotel experience a positive experience!

I had to teach a class up in Ludington and we were expecting inclement weather so my job let me…read morebook a hotel the night before. The hotel is conveniently located right off the highway right on US 10. Only a few miles from downtown and the beach. The greeter was friendly and check in was fast. They do have a pool and small gym. I was only there over night so did not use either facility. My room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. In the morning they had a nice hot continental breakfast. Overall nice hotel, reasonably priced and close to nearby attractions.