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Northern Michigan: Where to Eat, Play, and Stay

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We road tripped in Michigan in July 2025, and it was magical. From the stunning beaches to the lovely wineries, Michigan has so much to offer. And, of course, we stopped in multiple bookstores.
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Eat

 
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The Farm Club is a dream, from the food to the service and the atmosphere. There's even a little farm stand you can get snacks and wine from while you wait for your table. Adorable!
Farm Club
 
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A truly lovely coffee shop in an old mill, this place is the perfect setting for a breakfast treat.
The Mill Glen Arbor
 
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A winery in an old schoolhouse? Sold. This education-themed winery is not only fun - it's got some damn good wines.
Peninsula Cellars Winery
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You can't beat the views here.
Chateau Chantal - An Old Mission Winery & Inn
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A great way to refuel after hiking or kayaking in Pictured Rocks Lakeshore.
Pictured Rocks Pizza
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This shop has everything cherry-flavored. Truly. Go for the samples.
Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor
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Their chai is divine.
Rinco Bros. Coffee Roasters
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Lovely wines, lovely setting.
Dune Bird Winery
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Play

 
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Run by former educators, this dreamy shop is stocked full of great books and seller recs.
Cottage Book Shop
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Easily the best beach we found. Not too crowded, clear water, and the perfect spot to read.
Good Harbor Bay Beach
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Great for kayaking newbies, this tour takes you out via boat to drop you right near the beautiful cliffs of Pictured Rocks.
Pictured Rocks Kayaking
 
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An incredible local bookstore in Traverse City.
Brilliant Books
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A lovely used bookstore in Northport, MI. Small, but some really good finds.
Dog Ears Books
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Stay

 
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Amazing location and thoughtfully cared for, this bed and breakfast is a cozy retreat. Especially loved the homecooked breakfasts from the owner! (Note: Rooms share bathrooms.)
The Oviatt House: Downtown Traverse City Bed & Breakfast
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These newly built cabins provided comfort among the trees.
Pictured Rocks Cabins - Munising, Michigan
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We loved this Airbnb that's at a winery. Waking up each morning to birds chirping and sun shining through the windows was heavenly.
Cabin in Suttons Bay · ★4.91 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bath