Travel and Lodging

Flight

Cherry Capital Airport

Traverse City is the closest airport to our wedding location (it's about 40 minutes to Northport). This airport is serviced by American, Delta, and United Airlines.

Flight

Grand Rapids (Gerald R. Ford Airport)

If you find that flying into Grand Rapids is more affordable or convenient, it's a very doable 2.5 hour drive from Grand Rapids to Traverse City.

Travel Note

Northport, MI

Northport is our ceremony and reception location. You'll find all the small-town, northern Michigan staples: a brewery, a great little bakery, ice cream, marina and park/beach, and a surprisingly lovely bowling alley. We plan to enjoy other attractions on the peninsula and in the Traverse City area throughout the week, but we think Northport is a great town to enjoy. Check it out for yourself!

Travel Note

Sutton's Bay, MI

Sutton's Bay is on the eastern coast of the peninsula and is just about 15 minutes from our venue in Northport. It's a walkable coastal village with plenty of places to eat, play, and shop. It's a great halfway point between Traverse City and Northport, if that interests you!

Travel Note

Leland, MI

Leland is a small village about 25 minutes northwest of Traverse City and just about 15 minutes from our venue in Northport. The town is on a small piece of land between Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan. "Fishtown" is its claim to fame, but there's more to enjoy!

Travel Note

Traverse City

Traverse City is about 40 minutes away from our venue in Northport, but it would certainly be a doable city to stay in if it's more desirable or convenient for you. There are many more hotel options, countless things to do in the area, as well as quick access to both the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas. Note that the area is extremely busy in the summer--driving times (and parking!) may induce a headache (lookin' at you, Alaskans and Yoopers)!

Hotel

The Northport Inn

The Inn is just a short walk from our venue and is the only hotel in Northport. The Inn only has nine rooms, but we have all of them blocked for the evenings of Friday, July 12th and Saturday, July 13th. About half of the rooms range in price from $155-$180 per night, and the other half from $205-$255 per night (all before 10% discount). It's the only official "hotel," but it's certainly not the only place to stay. Keep reading!

Discount Code - 10% off- call for reservation and provide our names.

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Lodge at Leelanau Sands Casino

We have blocked 25 of the 50 rooms for Friday and Saturday night at this conveniently-located lodge . The lodge is separate and up a large hill from the casino (free shuttle back and forth if you'd like!). There are two room options: two queens or one king, and these are available in standard or bayside. Standard rooms on Fri-Sat are about $175-$190/night, and bayside rooms run $195-$210/night. Call 231-534-8282 for reservations and provide our names. *Note that there's a $25 charge for early check-in (2pm) for those who can only stay on Saturday--normal check-in is 4pm.

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Sunrise Landing Motel

A forested area on the bay with 11 unique room options. This place is just 3 miles south of Northport, has a private beach on the bay, and receives great reviews.

House Or Rental

Leelanau State Park

If you're trying to save a buck or just love lakefront camping, Leelanau State Park is for you! Drive to the Northern most tip of the Leelanau Penninsula to find this little gem; complete with a few cabins, plenty of campsites and the Grand Traverse Lighthouse. **All of the sites/cabins require reservations, and you'll want to make these 6+ months in advance.

House Or Rental

Sunset Lodge

This historic lodge is just 10 minutes south of Northport in Omena. It overlooks the Grand Traverse Bay and has B&B, cottage, and suite options that allow shorter term rentals. Full cottages can be rented for families or small groups.

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Condo, Cottage, House Rentals

Disclaimer: Most of the vacation rentals in this area require full week rentals from Sat-Sat or Sun-Sun. A handful offers Fri-Fri, and the best house hunters will find a small selection of owners who offer short-term/weekend stays. There are hundreds of vacation rentals available for groups both large and small, on or off the water, and in a variety of price points on these websites: VRBO, HomeAway, AirB&B, FlipKey, and Trip Advisor. Search for anywhere in Leelanau County, or look specifically in an area you like. Do some research to find what's right for you!

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Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

This site offers homes, cottages, and condos in Suttons Bay and throughout Leelanau and Grand Traverse Counties for vacations, and some of them allow for short stays or unrestricted days for reservations.

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Homewood Cottages

A small set of cute 1-2 bedroom cottages- just a few blocks from the reception venue in Northport.

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Bayshore Cabins

These rustic cabins can sleep 4-6 people each. They're in Northport close to the venue, and they're right on the beach.

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Mill Pond Inn

Just up the creek that powered the old Willowbrook Mill (our reception venue) is this little bed and breakfast. They only have a handful of rooms to offer.

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The Vineyard Inn On Suttons Bay

12 hotel-style suites with waterfront views in Sutton's Bay. Could be well worth the 15 minute drive to Northport!

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The Leland Lodge

This lodge has both rooms and cottages and is walking distance from beaches, a golf course, historic Fishtown, and scenic M-22.

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The Inn at Black Star Farms

These luxurious guest rooms include a gourmet, farm-fresh breakfast, nightly hospitality hour with wine and hors d’oeuvres, a bottle of house wine, and a VIP tasting at an exclusive onsite Barrel Room. If you can't splurge on a room, the farm and winery would still be a great place to check out for a wine tasting and/or a delicous meal!

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Sutton's Bay Rentals

A handful of rental homes situated around Sutton's Bay, and one at the tip of Northport (Whispering Pines).

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Whaleback Inn

Fourteen well-appointed lake-view rooms, a free standing cottage, and three cottage suites with lake access all on five wooded acres just about 15 minutes from Northport.

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Falling Waters Lodge

This lodge is certainly one-of-a-kind- check it out! Located in the heart of Leland on the water.

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Fountain Point Resort

This 50-acre resort is on the northeast shore of Lake Leelanau and has 19 cottages in addition to a small hotel. Their accommodations only require a 2-night minimum, but they don't offer Summer 2019 booking until October due to a legacy program. It offers a swimming beach, boat rentals, bonfire pits, a game room, and a summer concert series.

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The Riverside Inn

This is a beautiful and convenient lodge and restaurant right on the river in Leland. It seems well worth the drive to Northport!

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The Homestead

If a 40-minute drive to Northport doesn't bother you, and you'd rather not stay in the busy Traverse City area, this place might be a great option. It's "America's Freshwater Resort," and is situated right in the middle of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Shoreline on Lake Michigan frontage. The property is 500 acres, and includes a spa, dining options, lakeside pools, and a variety of hotel rooms, suites, condos, and vacation homes.

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Michigan 22

Small Inn right on the water, in between Traverse City and Northport in Suttons Bay. A few suites have kitchenettes or full kitchens.

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Traverse City Area Hotels

For guests who would like to stay in the Traverse City area, we've received some negotiated group rates through Hotel Planner. Rates can fluctuate and sell out at any time, but you'll notice that most have offered our "event" a small discount. TC is a summer hot-spot, so we hope you can find a few good deals!