Carefree Travel Guide 2025

local guide Get the inside scoop on some of the best places in West Michigan’s North Region

Christine Shlagor

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Uniquely North Shopping at Uniquely North is a warm, inviting experience. You’ll find clothing, home décor and gifts that pair comfy and casual with chic and upscale. Seasonal offerings and constantly changing inventory assure new items always. Open year round.

Playing golf is extra special when surrounded by the whispering pines of the Manistee National Forest. This hidden gem has great dining and 42 rooms or lovely cottages that are ideal for businesses or groups. Manistee National Golf & Resort

Short’s Brewing Short’s ‘products of passion’ embrace the weird and hardware store is a spirited place to taste the love, or enjoy the lively outdoor Beer Garden across the street. wonderful. This humble former

Cherry Hut Operating over 100 years in Benzonia and nationally recognized for its homegrown goodness with local jams, jellies, dried cherries, and cherry pies, the Cherry Hut also operates a popular seasonal restaurant in Beulah.

The Inn at Black Star Farms Next to a world-class winery on 160 peaceful acres, stands this stately and impressive B & B inn offering 10 unique rooms and impressive breakfasts, along with memorable hospitality and really great wines.

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