In the two years since Turnbull bought the former Bella Vista Inn property and began rehabbing it, there’s been a magnetic pull to this retro motel in the small town of Bear Lake, just across the road ...

Cooler temperatures usher in a much-needed slowdown after a summer full of late-night boat rides, Cherry Festival traffic and dune climb hikes in Northern ...

For a relaxed day trip, explore the 50-mile stretch from Traverse City to Charlevoix. The hour-drive leaves plenty of time ...

Hiking during the day might be enough of an adventure for most people. But upping the ante for a nighttime hike can be a ...

On August 7, Rove Winery hosts a powerful mix of art and community to raise awareness for a worthy cause. The non-profit Flow ...

As summer winds down, Northern Michigan is turning up the fun—August is packed with more than 20 local events celebrating the season’s final stretch. August 6 | Viridian Strings Presents: Solo Cello ...

Of all the U-Pick adventures I take each year, my favorite by far is hitting the blueberry harvest. The modest little bushes are friendly—no dense branches or prickles, no reaching, no stooping—and ...

In a tight inventory market, buyers with vision have the edge. “There are major opportunities in highly desirable locations,” says Kimberly Bork, broker/owner of Venture Properties. So don’t get hung ...