Given St. Joe is where Ashley's family has a lake house, our recommendations include all our favorite locations that we've been to together and some on our list of future spots to go to once we are married!
Activity: Silver Beach
101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
We've gone on several walks here and greatly enjoy walking out to the lighthouse!
Activity: Jean Klock Park
Jean Klock Boulevard, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, (269) 927-8420
Much less busy option than Silver Beach which will still give you the opportunity to walk by the lake!
Activity: St Joseph Inner Lighthouse
80 Ridgeway St, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Activity: Harbor Shores Golf Club
201 Graham Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, (269) 927-4653
Play a round at a Jack Nicklaus golf course if it is still open!
Brewery: North Pier Brewing Company
670 North Shore Drive, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, (269) 757-7163
We've visited this brewery many times while Brett has visited Michigan!
Brewery: Watermark Brewing Company
5781 Saint Joseph Avenue, Stevensville, MI 49127, (269) 281-0872
Want a preview of the beer before the reception? Stop here or try their beers at our reception!
Vineyard: Round Barn Estate
10983 Hills Road, Baroda, MI 49101, (269) 422-1617
On a friends trip in Michigan, we visited another Round Barn and all the loved the wine tasting!
Vineyard: 12 Corners Vineyards
1201 North Benton Center Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, (269) 927-1512
One of the potential venues for our wedding, but has fantastic wines and tours if you are interested!
Breakfast: The Mason Jar Cafe
210 Water Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, (269) 757-7333
Highly recommend brunch at Mason Jar, it is always worth the wait! I'd recommend adding your name to the Yelp waitlist to save some time!
Breakfast: Joe's Cafe Breakfast House
4100 M-139 Ste 104, St. Joseph, MI 49085, (269) 556-9980
True diner breakfast at its best!
Breakfast: Red Coach Donuts
5811 Saint Joseph Avenue, Stevensville, MI 49127, (269) 281-0276
Located right next to our venue, Red Coach donuts will not disappoint!
Lunch/Dinner: Silver Beach Pizza
410 Vine Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, (269) 983-4743
Featured on "12 Restaurants Worth the Drive from Chicago", Silver Beach is a Medaris family favorite for anyone visiting the area!
Lunch/Dinner: Buck Burgers & Brew
412 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, (269) 281-0320
Fantastic for a quick sandwich or burger in downtown St. Joseph!
Dinner: RyeBelles Restaurant & Bar
518 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, (269) 281-0318