southwest-michigan

Southwest Michigan

Known for quaint beach towns and mile after glorious mile of sandy shoreline, Southwest Michigan is also experiencing both a culinary and a cultural renaissance. Opportunities abound for smaller groups looking to get off the beaten path and enjoy the best of everything Lake Michigan has to offer.

Hot Spots

Housemade spirits & fresh fare are the draw at this sleek venue outfitted with salvaged materials. A small craft distillery located in the historic Featherbone Factory, Journeyman spirits are certified organic, certified kosher, and made with locally sourced Midwest grains.

Journeyman Distillery

Home to a stunning turn-of-the-century Amish round barn, this entertainment venue and tasting room invite you to drink in a piece of history. Try their award-winning wines, dabble in select craft brews from the on-site brewery, and taste spirits crafted from fruits grown right in the Round Barn backyard.

Round Barn Winery

The Hummingbird Lounge is a stylish yet approachable cocktail bar delivering an unexpectedly refined drinking experience in a nicely appointed old Victorian house. The Loft offers a unique, private space for group gatherings and social occasions.

The Hummingbird Lounge

Fresh Space

The Box Factory for the Arts offers guests the opportunity to interact with quality art exhibits alongside a large performance space. The Art Market gift shop features a variety of local and regional artists’ work, and awesome options for local amenities.

The Box Factory for the Arts

The Inn was built and appointed to luxury resort standards with an understated elegance. Offering 92 luxury guest rooms, a selection of full service dining options, a relaxing spa, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, and state-of-the-art meeting rooms for up to 300 guests.

Inn at Harbor Shores

Overlooking Lake Michigan and the St. Joseph River, the Shadowland Pavilion at Silver Beach County Park is an ideal location for a group gathering, offering indoor and outdoor options accommodating up to 250 guests.

Shadowland on Silver Beach

Our Favorites

Set your course for Southwest Michigan and peruse treasures from the past. The area is saturated with boutique art galleries and antique shops filled to the brim with vintage finds from a bygone era - the perfect companion for companion programs.

Arts + Antiquing

Harbor Shores has become a premier destination for golfers throughout the Midwest. Just 90 minutes from Chicago, this 18-hole, public Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course reflects the high standards of the world’s leading design firm, Nicklaus Design.

Championship Golf

Lake Michigan is known for its wealth of fishing opportunities including Chinook and Coho salmon, steelhead, trout, perch and walleye fishing.

Reel It In

The Harbor Grand + Marina Grand Resort

Luxury accommodations, a relaxing location, and exceptional service make Marina Grand Resort the perfect meeting destination for groups and events with up to 120 people. Paired with sister property The Harbor Grand, this dynamic duo is bursting with boutique luxury and unexpectedly stylish event venues.

Climate

Month	Low Temp	High Temp	Rainfall
January	21°F	30°F	1.1"
February	22°F	33°F	0.8"
March	30°F	43°F	1.8"
April	40°F	53°F	2.9"
May	51°F	66°F	3.4"
June	60°F	75°F	3.2"
July	67°F	80°F	3.1"
August	66°F	79°F	3.3"
September	58°F	71°F	3.1"
October	47°F	59°F	2.8"
November	37°F	47°F	2.4"
December	26°F	36°F	1.6"

Getting Here

When nothing less than the best will do, let our team arrange for point-to-point white glove service with all the extras and thoughtful amenities.

PRIVATE TRANSFERS

Believe it or not, you can get almost anywhere from here with 12 nonstop destinations and connections worldwide!

South Bend Airport

Luxury, speed, and style. With ETHOS controlling all aspects of the process, this type of service can provide the ultimate hassle-free experience, with professional pilots committed to getting you where you need to go 24/7.

HELI CHARTERS

Destinations

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