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We stopped at Gravity while in South Haven a few weeks ago and loved it! We sampled a few wines and ended up buying a case of mostly the mango cider. It's heavenly and nearly gone already. The wine specialists were so kind and welcoming especially with a 9 month old child. Who would have thought a winery is a good place for a baby? Gravity was just a place we passed by and stopped in to cool off, but now it will be a must stop the next time we are there. It's spacious, clean, and has amazing wine and cider. read more

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Service was awesome. Knowledgeable as much as you would want. Flavors are great and I didn't have faith in Midwest wines. read more

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Big fan of wine tasting. Brought my mother here and she just loved the logo. When you enter your go to the standing bar by an empty menu. You are greeted kindly and pay for your service. Then you are given these red tokens to place over what you want to sample. One by one you are given samples and you can make notes on the card as you like. Took about 20-30 minutes to complete. Not rushed and the restroom was clean. I appreciate.that. read more

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We work very hard to keep those bathrooms clean, thanks for noticing…

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Really impressed with this spot in South Haven--mainly since they grow all their own grapes. (I kindof like that when a Midwest winery doesn't feel the need to truck in Cabernet just to have it on the list ‍) Will definitely be visiting the winery in Baroda to see them another time. Our group of 5 had very different tastes but each of us found a wine we liked. On a Saturday afternoon in July we also had no wait at all for a tasting. Great experience overall! read more

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Laura, thanks so much for stopping by our South Haven tasting room!…

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To the wine lovers... Michigan is a tricky wine spot for the dry drinkers... we've done the wine trails and have always been on the hunt for dry yummy Michigan wine... get the challenge? We stopped into Gravity and Kimberly greeted us as we bellied up to the bar. It was earlier in the day so we had the whole place to ourselves! Of course we ordered a case, although it's not like going to Europe or Napa, but Kimberly made the experience and we always support local, small business. There are small plates to order, kid friendly spots and the wine was ok. If anything, stop in for her positive vibes and she will treat you right! read more

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Stefanie, thanks for giving us a try. Kimberlee and the team work…

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Madelyn M.

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Michelle & Kimberly were the best! The wines were great and so was the service. We had a lovely time! read more

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Brenda P.

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Very nice place and our wine consultant ( Kimberly) was very knowledgeable and kind. Not to mention the wine is great.

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Thanks for visiting us and for the kind words Brenda!

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Kim T.

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Amazing wine and Steve made the experience fun and kept us laughing!!! Fun Times. read more

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Glad you had a good time at our South Haven location Kim... Steve…

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Wine tasting was fantastic , host very knowledgeable on all the wines How kind and welcoming the host is what mattered most. read more

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Alicia was wonderful! Had a great time. Space is clean and neat. Wine and ciders were tasty! Alicia was friendly and super helpful!! read more

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Kyle C.

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Great time with the whole family! delicious wine, great location and service I'm curious why the AV is highlighted in Gravity? read more

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Hi Kyle, thanks so much for the kind words, glad you had a good time…

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Kyrie P.

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I enjoyed my time here and Kimberlee was a great host! We got free Gravity wine glasses with our tasting!

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Kimberlee rocks... thanks for stopping in!

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Beth B.

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best wine in the area! Kimberlee is so knowledgeable and helpful!! we bought 22 wines!

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Great tasting room in downtown South Haven. Tasha was very knowledgeable with pairings and forward to back note finishes. read more

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Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review Jodi. We think Tasha…

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Dianne D.

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Friendly service, great deals and wonderful wine! Highly recommend. Tarai was super so knowledgeable and helpful!

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Thanks Dianne! Glad you had a good time

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We had a great time here on a pouring Monday afternoon. Kimberlee was super friendly, not pushy and knew the ins and outs of the menu. I think overall we were really happy with what we tried during our tasting but the standouts were the Cinnamon Maple cider, the 'irresistible red' and the chocolate cherry port, the latter two of which came back to Chicago with us. They also had some canned wine blends with enticing fruity flavors for those who don't like traditional wine which I thought was a nice option. We went to two other wine tastings that day and this one was my favorite! They do waive the tasting fee if you buy 4 bottles and you get to keep your glass! read more

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Amanda, I am so glad you had a great time at Gravity and with…

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Mark S.

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Beautiful place with good wine. They arranged for the Goodyear blimp to do a flyby too. My wife and I enjoyed our time. read more

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Thank you very much for your visit. It's not often you get to have…

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A L.

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Very nice tasting room. Staff was very friendly and had above average knowledge about the wines being served and sold. One tasting fee is credited back when purchasing 4 bottles of wine. Also get to keep the glasses used for a tasting. Convient location in downtown South Haven Very pleasurable experience here. read more

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Megan K.

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Kimberly did an incredible job describing the wines and great service. Thank you so much

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Kimberlee is truly great! Thanks for taking the time to review us…

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Mike T.

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Kimberlee was awesome! Love the wine and the service. Come check this place out. Oh and you get a free glass with the tasting!

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Hi Mike, thanks for visiting us at Gravity, we truly appreciate your…

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Judy C.

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Steve was excellent! We enjoyed our time and left with some delicious wine! We highly recommend the seasonal cider.

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Steve was great! He explained the wines well and we really enjoyed the wines and the experience.

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Joyce F.

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Kimberly was wonderful! We had a great time! We had a tasting of white wines which were delicious!

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Would you like quality wine in a great environment? Who wouldn't?!? Two easy questions to answer right? (Make that 3 easy questions) Gravity has always offered some of the best wines Southwestern Michigan wine country has to offer. Gravity is always doing their best to bring new and better products each year to add to their already quality selections. If you miss this one you have missed the best place in South Haven! read more

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Thank you very much for those kind words. We always aim to make the…

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Amy M.

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This winery tasting room is modern and sleek and the flights are a reasonable price. My favorite was the dessert wine.

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Hey Amy, thanks for stopping in! Our $15 to taste any 6 wines is a…

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Visited here for a bachelorette party, the staff was knowledgeable about all the wine! Hard to find a wine that we didn't like! Great winery and great service! Beautiful vineyard to take photos in. read more

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My fiancé and I had a wonderful tasting with Joran. We purchased four bottles of wine, two whites and two reds. Was a nice break in the afternoon after enjoying the pier before dinner with friends. The price for the tasting was affordable and the selection was good. For people who have lived in Washington and California wine country, we enjoyed ourselves. read more

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West T.

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I've been to Gravity's Tasting room in South Haven a number of times. The first time I went was right after things re-opened in June of 2020. Leah was my wine consultant and did an amazing job walking me, a wine novice through a tasting. Since then I've had the please of visiting here several more times and have always left with a smile and a slightly lighter wallet, lol. Great place novices and conosiour types as well. read more

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So glad you had a good time...Leah rocks!!!

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Great location and decor. Bar is huge and provides a lot of space when it gets busy. I like there take on barreling some of there wine in steel barrels. You can get taste the difference in steel wine cleaner taste drys are not that dry which I liked too Suggest blueberry wine that was my favorite read more

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Rob L.

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great time. great wine. went in with my girlfriend and the lady working was lovely. will definitely come back soon!!!

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Great tasting! Kim was really knowledgeable about the vineyards and their wines. I can't wait to return. read more

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James, we are very glad you had a great experience. We strive to…

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Araceli R.

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Awesome place to stop in for a wine tasting. Kimberlee was very knowledgeable about the wines and super friendly. A true wine connoisseur!

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Kimberly was very kind and helpful. Had a fantastic time. The atmosphere and ambience is very nice.

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Krysta, thanks for visiting our tasting room in South Haven and…

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Gianna I.

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Kimberly was amazing at assisting us in finding our new favorite wine! So knowledgeable and kind. I would definitely recommend their wine tasting! read more

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Living 45 miles from Napa Valley, I seldom go to wine tasting venues but on a Saturday in Michigan, in the middle of January, that changed. Went to Gravity on a girls weekend and enjoyed ourselves immensely. Kimberlee was excellent in explaining the wines, the Gravity story and in her upselling style- not pushy, encouraging. All ten of us had such a good time. Most all of us purchased wine. Kimberlee and Gravity made me a believer in Michigan wine. Well done. (We also went across the street to 12 Corners and had a completely different experience and that's all I'm going to say about that! Wink!). read more

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We are so glad you stopped in! We try to create a fun and educational…

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I was really underwhelmed by the tasting situation at Gravity. It was four pours for $15 and your $15 goes towards purchasing a minimum of four bottles of wine. I thought that was really gimmicky and I don't like to be forced to purchase something that I may not even like. They also had some sparkling wines that were at a cheaper price point but were not included in the tasting and it wasn't really made clear that they were not part of the tasting. We ended up purchasing the full can which was fine but I felt it was misrepresented. I ended up going to 12 corners across the street and had a much better experience read more

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Justine, I'm sorry your experience was underwhelming. Our tasting…

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I've stopped by here two out of three trips to South Haven (it would probably be all three but I didn't think the kids would be into it.) Both times the staff were knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. They have a nice selection of wines to taste in a nice range. There were plenty of varieties for me to taste (and I'm strictly sweet wines) and my friends who prefer reds and dryer wines. We were all pleasantly surprised by the mango berry cider. The second year we went they started bottling it so I even brought some home. read more

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I was so impressed with the quality of Gravity Wines! I work at a large wine store and haven't been a big Michigan wine fan, but these are quality, complex and delicious! The staff was knowledgeable and the tasting room was charming. Do Not Miss! read more

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Wow Maggie. Thank you so much for the kind words. That's incredibly…

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My wife and I stopped in for a tasting and had a great time. Tasha was super friendly and made the tasting fun for us both! We ended up with a great selection of delicious wine. I can't wait to try the Chocolate Cherry over a dish of vanilla ice cream when we get back to Colorado! read more

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512 Phoenix St
South Haven, MI 49090
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(269) 767-7437
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Hours

What time does Gravity open?

Gravity opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Gravity close?

Gravity closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Gravity closes at 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 6:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Gravity take Bitcoin?

No, Gravity does not take Bitcoin.

Does Gravity take credit cards?

Yes, Gravity takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Gravity have catering options?

No, Gravity does not have catering options.

Does Gravity have a drive thru?

No, Gravity does not have a drive thru.

Services

Is Gravity by appointment only?

No, Gravity is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Gravity allow dogs?

No, Gravity does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Gravity have bike parking?

Yes, Gravity has bike parking.

Does Gravity have parking?

Yes, Gravity has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Gravity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Gravity is wheelchair accessible.

Does Gravity have free WiFi?

Yes, Gravity has free WiFi.

Review Highlights - Gravity

“Kimberlee was excellent in explaining the wines, the Gravity story and in her upselling style- not pushy, encouraging.”

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Cogdal Vineyards

The little lady working there, I wish I had asked her name, was so sweet! She was very welcoming…read morewhen we came in and gave us a ton of suggestions of other places to check out in the area. The places is quaint and easy to find There is a small tasting room and a nice patio that overlooks the vineyard. They have live music one of the nights but we weren't visiting long enough to catch it. The wine was pretty good too!

We ended up at Cogdal because our B&B offered us a complimentary wine tasting. It was slightly out…read moreof the way on our road trip but we can't turn down free wine. I've never seen wine served in a muffin tin but it's a cute idea. Since I'm a sweet wine drinker, I chose the three sweetest wines on the menu but they have a lot of dry wines too.

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Warner Vineyards of South Haven

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Overpriced wines - table wine with added flavoring. 1 server was ready to leave. They ran out of…read morecups for tastings so used a glass without rinsing. No spitoons. Other people given pretzels to clear pallat. Not us. Good price for 5 tastings 8 dollars. Can buy slushies too. Ice wine extra. Can buy wines. My wife bought a 15 dollar bottle. I liked the blueberry and raspberry wines but wine connoisseurs go elsewhere.

I understand things being closed right now, but I don't understand not updating your information…read more Called this morning before leaving CHICAGO and the voicemail says "our hours are currently Saturday from 12pm-6pm". Imagine our frustration after driving THREE HOURS to get here to find them closed. Update your voice mail. There are other places to get wine, and I'll be going elsewhere from now on.

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12 Corners Vineyards

Stopped in for a little wine tasting and took home a bottle of rose. Great personable service,…read morevery nice wine selection. Lovely seating area to enjoy our selection.

Quaint Michigan-owned Wine Tasting in South Haven, Michigan. One block away from the harbor…read more Visiting on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, the store was not overly crowded. My friend and I stopped there on our leisure walk. There were 4 people inside, with 2 waitresses working. We were politely greeted by Kim, who explained the "run of the land." You get 5 tastings for $12. Like most wine tastings, there are options of whites, reds, semi-sweets, and sweets. There is a $4 uncharge to try the ice wine. Although I'm usually a "Red Girl," my favorite was the Beach White and the River Stone White. My least favorite was the River Stone Dry Rosè.Rose. My friend's last favorite was the PinoPinot Grigio. I must also admit that Pinot Noir is typically my wine of choice and this one was not very good to my palate. As a pleasant treat, this establishment also offers a variety of ice cream bars from another Michigan-owned business called Icebox Brand. We did not try them, but it is reportedly delicious with options for small and large bars. Another bonus is you get to keep your tasting glasses! Overall, it was a great experience with delicious options. As a seasoned wine taster, I give it 4 out of 5 stars.

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Modales Wines

A beautiful place to sit in Adirondack chairs, look over the vineyard and enjoy a glass of wine…read more Located on 76 acres of land, Modales wines are a variety of dry, sweet , red and white wines. We ordered our drinks at the bar, and service was good. We were going to try a flight, but you could not select the wines, so we opted to order single glasses instead. Even though this is a winery, I opted for a cider. They do offer tastings and tours. One of the previous times we visited, they had a artesian market. A serene setting to enjoy.

We enjoyed hanging outside with our two dogs on the Adirondack chairs in grassy area at Modales…read moreWines. It was a cool, beautiful night and there was a "walking taco" truck when we visited. The wines I tasted were great and I especially liked the sparkling muscat and the pinot noir. Server (Lenora, I think was her name) was a delight and took time to explain what I was tasting. We bought several bottles to bring home with us. The view of the trails and vineyard were beautiful and calming. I would love to return to the winery and the Fennville area to get more wines.

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Michigan Wine Company

We had so much!! What's better than wine flights and an adult sized Connect 4? Amy (the owner) was…read moreincredibly down to earth and the vibe was definitely vibing..

Fantastic wine and a perfect place to sit by the grapes and just chill…read more The wine was fantastic. They also had cornhole and other yard games if you were bored. Lots of friendly staff. I loved this place.

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Dragon's Mouth Distillery

5.0

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Great conversation and spirits. This is a laid back place that feels like your neighbor's house…read more It is with the visit!

Our daughter recommended we come to this tasting event so we went this evening for the Susan Louise…read moreOat Whiskey tasting and the Susan Louise Oat Whiskey Oatmeal cookie whiskey cocktail was delicious!! The owners are amazing and we highly recommend trying them out if you haven't yet!! 10 s

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Grape and Grain Tours

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32.7 mi

I booked Grape and Grain for my sister's bachelorette party, and we had an absolute blast! We…read morevisited three wineries: St. Julian, Hickory Creek, and Round Barn. Our bus driver, Tricia, was fantastic and highly communicative throughout the day. She even suggested we visit Round Barn, which turned out to be a great choice! I highly recommend Grape and Grain for your tour needs in the New Buffalo area!

We loved it, thank you for a great experience! 4 of us booked a tour for a bachelorette party and…read moresince we aren't from the area (2 of us from Indy and 2 from Chicago), we thought a tour with a driver would be the perfect option for us. We didn't have to try and figure out directions and we could drink all the wine. We had 3 tastings and a lunch over the course of a few hours. Our Driver, Bill, was so sweet and shared so much information about grapes, wine, and local knowledge. He called that morning to check in and met us promptly at 10:45. The SUV was roomy and clean and he even had bottles of water on ice ready to go. Which we definitely needed after a few wine stops. Coming into it, I knew nothing about wine and I'm not even sure I knew Michigan had so many wineries and vineyards. Now I feel like I have a good amount of knowledge about wine and I figured out what I liked best. It was a very cool experience and my friend had a great bachelorette party.

These ladies were really taking advantage of the beautiful vineyards.

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Bites at Free Run Cellars

Crane’s Restaurant, Pies & Winery

Crane's makes the Best Red Raspberry Preserves! OMG it's AS Good As My Great Grandmother Hamp's…read more Awesome....I purchased the Blueberry too. Yum. Their Dark Covered Blueberries are Delicious too. EVERYTHING I've Tried from Crane's has been Outstanding! I recommend this place. They have Cider donuts too that are Really Good.

Old saloons and roadhouses famously used to serve you pickles and salty foods to draw you in and…read moreget you to buy beer. At Crane's which has the feel of an old saloon, it seems like they serve you famous pies and other baked goods to draw you in and get you to buy fried pickles, chicken tenders, and sandwiches as well. The lunch is serviceable but nothing fancy, the cinnamon rolls were a big hit with the table, and the pies were ok I think, but not up to our family's extremely high standards for Great Lakes area pies. And the wooden chairs were pretty uncomfortable. It got us out of the house, but I think it's overhyped as a destination.

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Restaurant is closed on Tuesdays but bakery is open to grab sweet treats

Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar

A wonderful experience thanks to Natalie. She offered great suggestions for our wine purchase…read more Our charcuterie tray was delicious as well. We have been here before and will be here again:)

Very nice winery near the shore of Lake Michigan . I suggest their semi sweet wines to sample but…read moreyour palate will direct you. They do have seltzers and hard ciders as well.

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Award winning wine

Vintage Inn at Veritas Estate

(11 reviews)

2.4 mi

This place is a nice bed & breakfast that provides rest and relaxation! My stay here was so lovely!…read moreI loved the hospitality and had so much fun hanging out with all the chickens!! Upon arrival, we were greeted by Chef Tim, who got us checked in. Chef Tim served up some excellent breakfasts the next few days!! Sherry, the sommelier, then took us through the complimentary wine tasting that came with our booking. These are wines that she had made, so it was pretty cool hearing about the flavor profiles from her and tasting them! We got to enjoy sitting on the patio and relaxing with some yummy mushroom popcorn that Chef Tim made. The 2023 Single Barrel Chardonnay was my favourite! The rooms are good for 2 adults, but probably no more. Each room has its own bathroom. I loved the white noise machines in the room that made it easy to sleep. There are a couple of common areas: a book nook with a 2nd floor balcony space and a downstairs living room where you can sit, chat, or read some books! There are all sorts of books on gardening, foraging, cooking, and wine! There is also the main dining area where breakfasts are served. Breakfast was amazing. Literally my favourite meals out of the 4 days we vacationed in the area. Chef Tim cooks everything from scratch and all was so yummy! The pastries were such a delight everyday! Seasonal Fruit Smoothie: Fresh berries smoothie! So yummy that I helped to finish my husband's portion also! Classic Eggs Benedict with Lemon Hollandaise & Slow Braised Pulled Ham on House English Muffins: so savory and yummy!! Home made English muffins were the perfect texture in combination with the poached eggs. The sauce brought everything together. So so good. Breakfast Potatoes: oh man. It's these potatoes were perfectly seasoned and I could of eaten a whole plate of them! Scones: super fluffy!!! Chicken Sausage & Grits: I thought I wasn't a fan of grits until I had these creamy savoury grits! The chicken sausage was a perfect pairing. I could of eaten a couple bowls of it! Baked French Toast with Macerated Berries, Mint Syrup, Strawberry Melba, & Whipped Cream: custardy French toast with a slightly sweet berry topping. I loved that the flavors were well balanced and not too sweet! Fruit & Yogurt Parfait: we were spoiled by the fresh picked fruit all weekend. The house made granola gave it the perfect texture contrast. Yummy! Fluffy Quiche with foraged golden mushrooms & asparagus: I have never had such a fluffy quiche in my life. The veggies were perfect.

Great location, food was amazing, great hosts! If you are ever in the area, you'll want to stay…read morehere.

Dessert (berry tartlet with fresh berry sauce and local ice cream)

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1st course of breakfast

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

(376 reviews)

52.8 mi

I cannot say enough good things about Meijer Gardens. It is the one thing I would recommend for…read moreanyone to see who is new to Grand Rapids or just visiting. I love to bring out of town guests there. It is fun for adults and children. Every staff member is friendly and knowledgeable. These are some pics from the most recent event/exhibit featuring CHIHULY!

A visit to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is the kind of outing that quietly turns into…read morehours of wandering without you noticing. One minute you're "just taking a stroll," and the next you're deep in a full-on appreciation tour of art, nature, and your step count. The blend of sculptures and natural landscapes is beautifully done. It invites you to slow down, look closer, and occasionally wonder if something is art or just a very confident tree. The butterfly exhibit was a highlight. Peaceful, delicate, and just the right amount of magical without trying too hard. Definitely worth lingering a bit longer there. That said, it was very crowded on a Saturday midday, even with the chilly weather. Apparently, everyone had the same "let's be cultured and outdoorsy today" idea. We're already planning a return visit next time we're in town, likely on a weekday in early fall, when the pace feels a little softer and the experience can breathe a bit more. Highly worth it... just maybe not at peak "everyone had the same plan" hours.

A plant waiting patiently for a fly

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The outside area going to the entrance.

Kalamazoo Nature Center

(22 reviews)

35.0 mi

My family absolutely loves the KNC. When the weather is glum, there are lots of things to do for…read morekids inside. When it's nice outside, there are tons of trails and lots of exploring to be done. We typically start inside, and then we hit the trails. Lots of birds to see and streams to play in. The imagination runs free at Kalamazoo Nature Center! With annual passes available (around $80 for a family), the investment in the community is well worth it!

Lovely place, first time my wife and I had been there. We walked several trails and toured the…read morevisitors center. The trails were well made and matained. We will be back. We were impressed in the COVID precautions. Temperature checks and contacting info.

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Lillian Anderson Arboretum

4.8

(6 reviews)

30.1 mi

One of the nicest walking paths I've been on. Totally quiet and private. I photographed the map…read moreat the beginning so I could follow it easier but paths are marked very well. Entrance is a bit hidden but with Google Maps easy to find. If you love nature, flowers and huge trees you will love this place.

Truly a hidden gem - we missed the entrance and had to double back - there's no sign and the drive…read morewas not obvious from the road but once we found it, we were pleasantly impressed! Gorgeous place for a hike - bring bug spray, we got bit up before a friendly stranger shared hers. Lots of folks taking their dogs for walks, but we spent about an hour exploring before heading out - we could have spent more time easily but needed to find lunch!

Beautiful day for a hike

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Wellfield Botanic Gardens

4.4

(21 reviews)

51.2 mi

We came here the other night to check out the Christmas lights before they closed down for the…read moreseason and it was absolutely wonderful! Our whole family went and we had so much fun walking around checking out the lights and getting pics together. I'd love to see them keep adding on every year, and also love that profits go towards charity as well. We will for sure be coming back in the summer to see the gardens.

This was a great morning stroll thru the gardens. You can…read morewalk a large walkway loop. Shade and sun, ponds and streams and flowers we've never seen. Wild geese walking around and flying overhead. Many memorials of supporters in ground tiles, benches and rock markers with bronze plaques. This is a former water well property with 2 each 2 milllion gallon tanks still on the property. In the kids area as a tribute to the water history are three sample valves set in place. A Butterfly Valve with a handwheel Actuator, a quarter turn ball valve and a Non Rising Stem Gate valve. All donated and installed on copper pipe by Nibco Valve. A superior learning display. Butterfly's, bees and a Cardinal. Quite Nice...

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So creative!

Veldheer's

What a great place. We went in the middle of the festival week, a few days too late for a lot of…read morethe tulips. had great time and was amazed at the types of tulips! I could post some of the 463 photos and videos i took, but why? They are already posted by thousands of others. Plan your visit. Go the early part of festival week to see all in bloom...

We stopped by the first Saturday of Tulip Time festival, right around noon. While it was packed,…read morethere was plenty of space to enjoy what felt like an endless quantity of tulips in full bloom with hundreds of varieties and colors. When we first entered, we were a bit disappointed as it was a small patch of garden that was quite crowded with people taking photos (family photos, graduation photos, the works...), but once we turned the corner to the massive field of flowers, it took my breath away. This place was fantastic to view tulips and experience the magic of being amongst a field of flowers, and we were so excited to have the opportunity to order bulbs to plant in our own garden from the varietals we saw in the gardens. Note: restroom facilities and food options are quite limited during peak season, so plan accordingly!