Charlevoix, Here We Come!!

Out and about throughout Michigan the fall colors are at their peak in many places.  Making this weekend an absolutely perfect time for a getaway!  Since I am most definitely terrible at surprises I happened to tell my husband were I am taking him next for his 24th birthday.  I'm sure you've guessed it and he did too, Charlevoix! 

Part of the problem with staying on a newly married budget forces us to communicate about these expenses and spill the surprise!  Reminding me that I should mention the beauty of the fall colors make prices competitive and minimums stays longer than necessary.  However, we were lucky to have found an affordable, nightly rate!  Again, do your research and recognize that certain places have seasonal, fluctuating rates, so reserve wisely.  While there are many beautiful places in Michigan, this is by far a favorite of mine.  If you have not been there make it a priority to visit one day, start your bucket list!  Someday even consider a destination wedding at Castle Farms which is located in Charlevoix.  Ok, that's a blog post for another day but look into it!

For me, family vacations every summer meant I could look forward to our annual trip to Charlevoix, Michigan.  My entire extended family would stay at the Edgewater Inn, right on the north shore of Round Lake Harbor near downtown Charlevoix.  It is a very special location and actually a condominium hotel.  The room that we have been faithful to reserve has a walkout patio with views of the drawbridge just up the walkway which directs you into downtown. You can also choose to take the walkway down to the peir where a peaceful sandy beach and park on the lake awaits you!  Choose to get icecream downtown first and enjoy it with a walk down the peir.

Downtown Charlevoix is relatively small which makes it a nice destination for families.  While it is small and quaint it certainly has a great deal to offer for everyone.  Growing up as kids we would always venture into the nearby toy store just after stopping in to play dress up at the hat store.  There are also fudge, ice cream shops, restaurants, clothing stores, ect.  Oftentimes in the summer downtown's waterfront park area hosts summer concerts and art fairs among other events.  Nearby there is also a beautiful bike trail where you can ride along the coastline and expect to see frequent rest stops with a view.  If you want a change of scenery, we plan to check out the Old Mission peninsula wine trail in Traverse City which is 45 minutes - 60 minutes away. 

Can you tell i'm excited?! I hope you have something fun to look forward to during our fall here in Michigan.  Afterall, don't let fall pass you by, it's just too beautiful!! More to come on my adventures in Charlevoix.  In the meantime, let me know where your travels are taking you...