Lake Vista Resort in Port Austin

We had the pleasure of spending the night at the Lake Vista Resort in Port Austin. The main building was built when Lincoln was president, but the motel rooms and cottages are all updated and very comfortable. We enjoyed their sandy beach, frolicked in the water, then swam in the heated pool overlooking Lake Huron. Located on the tip of the thumb, we had fantastic views of the sunrise and sunset.   The proprietors, Ron and Mary Gottschalk are delightful and keep the place inviting with gazebos and gardens.

Asylum Inn in South Haven

As far as bed and breakfasts go, we think we have found perhaps the most unusual in Michigan: South Haven's Asylum Inn. Why would anyone want to stay here?  But don't let the name fool you! This 100 year old beautifully restored home used to be a private hospital with an ideal location close to the golden sandy beaches of Lake Michigan and all the downtown activities.  Groups especially love to rent the whole place which has three large floors with three kitchens.  It sleeps 20 people on some luxurious pillowtop beds.  Time is running out to grab a week of summer vacation rental in one of Michigan's hottest resorts!