Beautiful Oval Beach, art, and darling downtown. Known as Michigan's Art Coast, Saugatuck was awarded Best Beach Town 2020 by Midwest Living Magazine. Art lovers can find many galleries and studios here to explore, as well as cute cafes, wineries, breweries, and boutiques. From award-winning beaches to scenic waterways and grassy dunes, open-minded culture to a culinary landscape that’s become world-renowned—this is a one-of-a-kind place where people long to stay. For a getaway that’s rich in both recreation and relaxation, explore Saugatuck/Douglas and discover your ultimate escape. We highly recommend you visit this charming town!
Charming downtown and large, gorgeous beach, and Holland State Park! Stroll down their downtown heated streets and cobblestone sidewalks where over 100 specialty shops, breweries, and restaurants invite you to shop, dine, and enjoy their charming downtown. You'll see it in the Dutch architecture downtown, you'll taste it in the Dutch delicacies found in local shops and eateries, and you'll experience it at their Dutch attractions and events. One of the most coveted resources of Holland is its Lake Michigan coastline and the magnificent beaches that adorn it. From the secluded Laketown Beach to the bustling Holland State Park, Holland's beaches provide endless enjoyment for the beach combers, sunbathers, boaters and anyone who enjoys gorgeous sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Family Fun Center Ashley's uncle is a co-partner here and it's basically a "Dave & Busters" but WAY better and more activities! They have a full day of fun-- mini golf, (fast) go-carts, a trampoline park, bumper boats, full arcade, buffet, and even a zipline! This is a perfect place for families but also anyone looking to enjoy themselves.
Why we love Michigan... Pentwater, Michigan is about an hour and a half northwest from Shelbyville (where the wedding venue is located). It's the city where Ashley's family has been staying every year for about 25 years so it's our little "home away from home." Her immediate family will be staying there the week after the wedding as well! Pentwater is known for its art galleries and antique shops. You can spend hours looking around at past and present treasures. They also have a gorgeous beach at Mears State Park. This town is incredibly wholesome and simply adorable!
The Grand Haven Area is a year-round vacation destination never lacking in the fun-things-to-do department. Excellent biking and hiking while the award-winning beaches beckon all to celebrate summer. And no matter the weather, there’s always shopping and fine dining, main attractions in the Grand Haven Area any time of the year.