Autumn Retreat: Saugatuck & Holland, Michigan

Visit Virtue Cider

Virtue Farm is located on 48 acres in Southwest, Michigan at the heart of the region’s Fruit Belt. Virtue Farm is a wonderful place to spend the day walking trails, enjoying the sunshine, or sitting by a fire on those colder days with a charcuterie board and of course, a glass of cider. They have live music every Friday and Saturday

Saugatuck Dunes ride

One of West Michigan's premier attractions! Their goal is to provide you with 40 minutes of entertainment, fun, and excitement. Let them provide you with a tour of one of Michigan's treasures. Learn of the lost town of Singapore or check out our local vegetation and wildlife.

Oval Beach

Enjoy beachcombing for treasures, exploring the vibrant Saugatuck downtown, and watching beautiful sunsets

Biking

Miles of coastline, lush pine forests, and rolling Autumn fields, the Art Coast is the perfect spot for a cycling-centric getaway. Whether you’re organizing a leisurely pedal around town or mapping out a challenging route with plenty of elevation, Saugatuck is perfect for your biking adventure.

Shopping in Saugatuck

The cozy downtown neighborhoods are brimming with one-of-a-kind retail experiences for every person and every price range. Whether you’re interested in art, antiques, fine jewelry, outdoor gear, or Michigan-made gourmet foods—you’ll find it here along with friendly, small-town service to go with it.

Shopping in Holland

From a candy store passed down from generation to generation for over 100 years to a 1800’s pharmacy turned into a modern-day gift shop, their passion for small business is what sets Downtown Holland apart. Explore their collection of locally-owned boutiques, galleries, gift shops, specialty stores, and more.

• The Southerner: Enjoy delicious southern cuisine at the Southerner, a family-owned Saugatuck, MI restaurant serving fried chicken and other southern staples.

• The Farmhouse Deli: Home of the best sandwiches in town.

• Lazy Bird: Lady Bird offers delicious, modern American, seasonal fare.

• Saugatuck Brewing Company: All three of our brewpubs share the same love for community and craft beer. We strive to make cozy yet lively neighborhood spots where our neighbors and visitors can gather and be surrounded by good company. A brewpub that sparks conversation, lots of laughter, delicious meals, and excellent hospitality. Or simply, where we can kick back, enjoy a cocktail or a cold pint of beer, while listening to live music.

• Boatwerks: Holland’s premier waterfront restaurant. Find mouthwatering New American fare and an unbeatable lakeside view.

• The Wooden Shoe Restaurant: This restaurant is a staple in Holland. The food is very good, prices are reasonable, and portions are generous.

• Itty Bitty Bar: Holland's 5-star dive bar. An unpretentious tavern where elevated bar food and fun come naturally; a fantastic place to meet up with friends or to make some new ones.

• Uncommon Grounds: From soil to sip, they are multi-generational farmers who nurture their land and champion their partnership coffee producers.