Crystal Bluff Cottage's guidebook
Food scene
Brewery just down the road from the cottage! Our favorite is the beer flight with a side of onion rings.
4086 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 301-8226
21 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Big Hart Brewing Company
4086 W Polk RdBrewery just down the road from the cottage! Our favorite is the beer flight with a side of onion rings.
4086 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 301-8226
We bet this will contend with the best pizza you have ever tried!
Outdoor seating available.
105 E Main St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-4434
16 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Hart Pizza
105 E Main StWe bet this will contend with the best pizza you have ever tried!
Outdoor seating available.
105 E Main St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-4434
Small town diner, fast service, and healthy portions. Breakfast and Lunch options. Call ahead for hours of operation.
207 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231)-873-9912
7 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Pink Elephant Diner
207 S State StSmall town diner, fast service, and healthy portions. Breakfast and Lunch options. Call ahead for hours of operation.
207 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231)-873-9912
Great selection of local fruits, veggies, and snacks. Summertime at the market is great for getting cherries and sweet corn. Fall is all about homemade pies and cider. If you aren't from the area and want to know what Oceana County is about, stop here!
3731 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-7523
Rennhack Orchards Market
3731 W Polk RdGreat selection of local fruits, veggies, and snacks. Summertime at the market is great for getting cherries and sweet corn. Fall is all about homemade pies and cider. If you aren't from the area and want to know what Oceana County is about, stop here!
3731 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-7523
Locally made bread, donuts, and pastries. Known for their english muffin bread. Staff is knowledgeable and kind, a small town vibe!
69 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-0000
The Bakery on the Corner LLC
69 S State StLocally made bread, donuts, and pastries. Known for their english muffin bread. Staff is knowledgeable and kind, a small town vibe!
69 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-0000
Wonderful outdoor seating area. A great place to go when visiting Ludington. Leave room for House of Flavors ice cream, which is right down the road!
515 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 239-6690
32 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Ludington Bay Brewing Co
515 S James StWonderful outdoor seating area. A great place to go when visiting Ludington. Leave room for House of Flavors ice cream, which is right down the road!
515 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 239-6690
Brewpub and elevated dining from a typical brewery. Great outdoor seating.
410 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-2522
34 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Jamesport Brewing Company
410 S James StBrewpub and elevated dining from a typical brewery. Great outdoor seating.
410 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-2522
Laid-back counter for wings, fries & beer in an informal setting with waterfront outdoor seating. The chicken is incredible!
(next door to Craigs Cruisers)
8343 W Hazel Rd, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-0434
15 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Silver Lake Chicken Shack
8343 W Hazel RdLaid-back counter for wings, fries & beer in an informal setting with waterfront outdoor seating. The chicken is incredible!
(next door to Craigs Cruisers)
8343 W Hazel Rd, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-0434
A downtown Pentwater coffee shop that has been thoughtfully designed and renovated. A year-round purveyor of delicious coffees, teas, baked goods, vintage sodas, breakfast tacos, sandwiches, salads, and more!
A great place to grab a coffee and stroll the streets of downtown Pentwater.
240 S Hancock St, Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 819-1773
Green Isaac's Coffee & Tea
240 S Hancock StA downtown Pentwater coffee shop that has been thoughtfully designed and renovated. A year-round purveyor of delicious coffees, teas, baked goods, vintage sodas, breakfast tacos, sandwiches, salads, and more!
A great place to grab a coffee and stroll the streets of downtown Pentwater.
240 S Hancock St, Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 819-1773
Authentic Mexican cuisine made with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend ordering it to- go. There isn't a lot of seating, but the food is incredible! We recommend the tortas!
19 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-4069
13 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
La Probadita Market & Cafe
19 S State StAuthentic Mexican cuisine made with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend ordering it to- go. There isn't a lot of seating, but the food is incredible! We recommend the tortas!
19 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-4069
Country dairy has a wonderful selection of unique ice cream flavors and sundaes. You can sit outside at the tables and see the cows grazing. They have a small playground for little ones. The market inside has a great selection of meats and cheese.
3724 S 80th Ave, New Era, MI 49446
(231) 259-0515
29 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Country Dairy Farm Store
3724 S 80th AveCountry dairy has a wonderful selection of unique ice cream flavors and sundaes. You can sit outside at the tables and see the cows grazing. They have a small playground for little ones. The market inside has a great selection of meats and cheese.
3724 S 80th Ave, New Era, MI 49446
(231) 259-0515
Wine Tasting
Enjoy your wine tasting right on our lake! You can purchase wine, homemade fudge, and maple syrup.
On Thursday evenings they host "wine & yoga." Call ahead for registration.
522 N 69th Ave, Hart, MI 49420
(616) 288-4229
Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard
522 N 69th AveEnjoy your wine tasting right on our lake! You can purchase wine, homemade fudge, and maple syrup.
On Thursday evenings they host "wine & yoga." Call ahead for registration.
522 N 69th Ave, Hart, MI 49420
(616) 288-4229
Winery with a great selection of unique offerings, including cider. Small cheese and cracker plates available with your tasting. They often have live music, and a great outdoor area to relax.
500 18th Ave, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-8050
23 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Fox Barn
500 18th AveWinery with a great selection of unique offerings, including cider. Small cheese and cracker plates available with your tasting. They often have live music, and a great outdoor area to relax.
500 18th Ave, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-8050
A small winery with a nice selection of dry reds. Quaint spot with vineyards surrounding.
7365 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 869-4236
7 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Jomagrha Winery
7365 S Pere Marquette HwyA small winery with a nice selection of dry reds. Quaint spot with vineyards surrounding.
7365 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 869-4236
Golf Courses
A 3 minute drive from the cottage.
"Our smooth, rolling hills and exceptionally fast greens challenge players of all levels with their short game. Established as the first 18-hole public golf course in Oceana County, our scenic views, remarkable service, and uncommon value keep players coming back year after year."
3333 W Weaver Rd, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4211
Oceana Golf Club
3333 W Weaver RdA 3 minute drive from the cottage.
"Our smooth, rolling hills and exceptionally fast greens challenge players of all levels with their short game. Established as the first 18-hole public golf course in Oceana County, our scenic views, remarkable service, and uncommon value keep players coming back year after year."
3333 W Weaver Rd, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4211
A 6 minute drive from the cottage!
Beautifully maintained fun yet challenging course.
2763 N 72nd Ave, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-8333
Colonial Golf Course
2763 N 72nd AveA 6 minute drive from the cottage!
Beautifully maintained fun yet challenging course.
2763 N 72nd Ave, Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-8333
A 15 min drive from the cottage.
"Referred to as a “Hidden Gem,” this immaculate 4380-yard, par 60 golf course consists of challenging, undulating terrain with smooth, fast greens. It presents a true test for the most experienced golfers while featuring a short, walkable course that is equally enjoyable for beginners. The average round of play is just under 3 hours."
Acres of apple and pear trees are still harvested within the golf course each year. Feel free to pick one while playing!
3410 Scenic Dr, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-2098
9 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Benona Shores Golf Course
3410 Scenic DrA 15 min drive from the cottage.
"Referred to as a “Hidden Gem,” this immaculate 4380-yard, par 60 golf course consists of challenging, undulating terrain with smooth, fast greens. It presents a true test for the most experienced golfers while featuring a short, walkable course that is equally enjoyable for beginners. The average round of play is just under 3 hours."
Acres of apple and pear trees are still harvested within the golf course each year. Feel free to pick one while playing!
3410 Scenic Dr, Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-2098
Things to do
The Hart-Montague Trail State Park is a paved, 22-mile trail passing through rural, forested lands. Scenic overlooks and picnic areas are located along the route. There is a trailhead right next door to Hansen Foods on Polk rd.
3750 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
The trails goes through the following communities.
Montague, Michigan
Rothbury, Michigan
Shelby, Michigan
Mears, Michigan
Hart, Michigan
21 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Parque del Sendero de Bicicletas Hart-Montague
The Hart-Montague Trail State Park is a paved, 22-mile trail passing through rural, forested lands. Scenic overlooks and picnic areas are located along the route. There is a trailhead right next door to Hansen Foods on Polk rd.
3750 W Polk Rd, Hart, MI 49420
The trails goes through the following communities.
Montague, Michigan
Rothbury, Michigan
Shelby, Michigan
Mears, Michigan
Hart, Michigan
An iconic Silver Lake tradition! A "must do" when visiting the dunes. You get to experience the dunes in a whole new way. They stop the dune ride at one point so you can get out and take photos. Learn about the dunes and take in the incredible views of Silver Lake and Lake Michigan.
629 N 18th Ave, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-2817
54 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Mac Wood's Dune Rides
629 N 18th AveAn iconic Silver Lake tradition! A "must do" when visiting the dunes. You get to experience the dunes in a whole new way. They stop the dune ride at one point so you can get out and take photos. Learn about the dunes and take in the incredible views of Silver Lake and Lake Michigan.
629 N 18th Ave, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-2817
Family fun center offering go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, laser tag & more, plus a pizza buffet.
8343 W Hazel Rd, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-2511
18 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Craig's Cruisers
8343 W Hazel RdFamily fun center offering go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, laser tag & more, plus a pizza buffet.
8343 W Hazel Rd, Mears, MI 49436
(231) 873-2511
An incredible horseback riding experience! We have been twice and will keep going back. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The trail you ride is absolutely beautiful. You will see a lot of wildlife and be surrounded by nature and all its beauty.
Appointments can be made very easily at
stonylakestables.com
(231) 861-4445
19 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Rainbow Ranch Inc
4345 S 44th AveAn incredible horseback riding experience! We have been twice and will keep going back. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The trail you ride is absolutely beautiful. You will see a lot of wildlife and be surrounded by nature and all its beauty.
Appointments can be made very easily at
stonylakestables.com
(231) 861-4445
Sightseeing
Take a meditative walk through this lavender labyrinth. The farm has a very large herb garden, and market that you can purchase fresh baked goods and lavender products.
9600 W. Buchanan Road
Shelby, Michigan USA 49455
Lavender labyrinth, Michigan
9600 W Buchanan RdTake a meditative walk through this lavender labyrinth. The farm has a very large herb garden, and market that you can purchase fresh baked goods and lavender products.
9600 W. Buchanan Road
Shelby, Michigan USA 49455
Our local beach pick! The beach is incredibly clean, never super busy and you can relax by the view of this stunning lighthouse from 1874.
Open til 10pm so a great spot to watch the sun set over the big lake.
For a small fee you can climb the spiral staircase and look out over Lake Michigan.
Public bathrooms in parking lot.
287 N Lighthouse Dr, Mears, MI 49436
Little Sable Point
Our local beach pick! The beach is incredibly clean, never super busy and you can relax by the view of this stunning lighthouse from 1874.
Open til 10pm so a great spot to watch the sun set over the big lake.
For a small fee you can climb the spiral staircase and look out over Lake Michigan.
Public bathrooms in parking lot.
287 N Lighthouse Dr, Mears, MI 49436