My wife & I took our second stay at Applesauce this past weekend. It was again a pleasure. Great weekend at a great price. We will be returning again.

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This was a excellent way to spend our vacation time. The house was immaculate and the service was awesome. Wendy and Dave were superb. We enjoyed our stay and would return.

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We shared our wedding anniversary at the Applesauce Inn B&B July 2008. It was a great experience and we will visit them again. Thanks B&B.com for helping us find them. David & Jayme Halboth

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This was our first time at a Bed and Breakfast. We are so glad we started with the Applesauce Inn. Wendy was wonderful and answered all of our questions. Dave cooked a wonderful breakfast. My only regret was that we only had time to spend one night. The evening dessert was great. The room was clean and very charming. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful place this is the Inn for you. We will be repeat customers.

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The home is lovely, breakfasts were yummy, and evening dessert were to die for. Wendy and David are wonderful hosts..so friendly and helpful. Also, comfy bed and everything was spotless. We will recommend to everyone! PS..we enjoyed the sweet "girls", but you will never see them unless you ask to.

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the warm welcome we received, and excelence in all areas.

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My husband I recently spent 3 nights at the Applesauce Inn and it was everything we could have hoped for. The entire inn was incredibly clean, the food was delicious, and Wendy and Dave were very kind and helpful without being intrusive. We stayed in the Richardson Room, the smallest room with the shared bathroom, and it did not feeling like we were sharing at all. It was always immaculately clean and available whenever we wanted to use it. Our stay at the Applesauce Inn was everything we wanted it to be: relaxing, quiet, laid back, and fun. I would recommend it to anyone.

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The house is adorable, inn keepers were super, helpful and friendly, but allowed us privacy as well. Food was delicious with gracious hospitality. Beds were great! Wendy and Dave were very accommodating and we would stay again.

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The Applesauce B&B was a wonderful place to stay. The rooms were so nice and so very clean. The breakfast was out of this world and the nightly dessert was the nicest touch of all. We enjoyed our stay immensely!

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The home is clean, rustic, and so cozy, you feel like you live there. The details are perfect, but not overwhelming. The breakfasts are beyond any expectations...some reviews say that they are overwhelming, but you don't have to eat everything put in front of you. Dave makes perfect breakfasts...I especially liked the asparagus eggs and the whole grain cranberry pancakes. The sausage was premium, and the all you can drink OJ was perfect after a night of too much local wine. We stayed in the Daniels room, which was so cozy, I slept like a baby. We loved the electric fireplace, and it served as a cozy nightlight. Wendy and Dan Keene have a guest shelf set up upstairs stocked with anything you could possibly need....razors, shampoo, hair dryers, games, videos, fans, etc. I liked that detail because my husband and I liked to watch a couple "old" movies on VHS. Besides that, you are very close to the other guests and get to make new friends and hear great traveling stories. (If you are not a people person, don't stay here.) Wendy and Dave have maps and local shortcut directions to all the hotspots of the area. They also have two wonderful dogs, but the guests do not see them or notice them, unless you want to (I chanced upon their cage one morning, out back) My favorite part of staying here? Meeting new people, feeling like I was right at home, sitting on the big front porch every morning and watching the hummingbirds and their antics, and the view and peacefullness of the country. I plan to retreat here again and again...but there was one thing.....where was the applesauce????/

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Our stay this past weekend wiht hte Applesauce Inn was so wonderful. It is super clean. They are so friendly. The food is awesome. Also the town of Bellaire is great! Thank you for making our first anniversary a memorable one. We will definately be back before the year is up.

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Dave and Wendy are such warm, friendly innkeepers. They made us feel at home immediately. The special touches they have for guests are so appreciated - comfy mattresses, bath robes, cozy living room, wifi, and the best of all - desserts every night!!! What a great treat it was to return to the B&B each night to savor a special dessert. Breakfasts are awesome, just an example - stuffed French toast with cherry topping, sweet potatoes, pancakes with a delicious syrup concoction of Dave's with apples and peaches. The Applesauce Inn was truly a special treat for us and we plan to return soon. Jan and Dave

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We enjoyed our stay at the Applesauce Inn B&B. Everything was wonderful. It was so nice to have coffee on the porch in the morning, and we enjoyed watching the Hummingbirds. Breakfast was delicious and the desserts at night were wonderful. The Innkeepers Dave and Wendy were very nice and accommodating. The Inn is very comfortable and inviting. The Inn is close to places in Michigan that are fun to visit. We look forward to visiting again.

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We found Applesauce Inn to be nearby friends who have a cottage on Torch Lake. It was a great place to stay. I enjoyed sitting on the front porch with a cup of coffee each morning waiting for the 9 am breakfast. Something different each morning all delicious. Rooms were quiet, clean and wireless. Dessert each evening was a wonderful surprise. My daughter and husband also enjoyed themselves. Wendy and Dave were friendly and accomodating. I would go back there again. Was a nice restful haven at the end of each day. Thanks

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We spent five nights at the Applesauce Inn with Wendy and Dave. We could not have ask for more, everything was wonderful.

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The breakfasts were great. For me a bit overwhelming. The location was perfect for where we wanted to be that is wine country, hiking, etc.

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This is a wonderful B&B. The hospitality is great along with the cleanliness and the food. Wendy is quite willing to give you places to see in the area, along with restaurants to try. In addition,wonderful deserts are always there to welcome you home. What a treat!

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What an outstanding B&B. Such wonderful hosts & great food. Use our recommendation any time for an excellent place to visit.

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We chose the Applesauce Inn for the sake of our dog -- Sir Thomas. We wanted a vacation where we could bring our pet and this worked out wonderfully. Great hosts!

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My wife and I stayed at Applesauce Inn for 2 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. It's a very traditional bed and breakfast in an immaculate old farmhouse. Quite a breath of fresh air compared to some other bed and breakfasts we've stayed at, which feel more like hotels. Wendy and Dave have done a great job with the place, keeping it immaculate and cozy. My wife kept saying how it felt like we were staying at a relative's house, it was that welcoming. Of course, Wendy and Dave give you plenty of space and privacy (unlike some relatives!). Our favorite part was the wraparound porch. We spent most mornings and evening just taking in all the sights and sounds while sipping our coffee and tea. If you're a dog person (we are), Bella and Lucy are the sweetest dogs ever! We were missing our furbuddy back home, so getting to spend 5 min. with them was a nice experience. If you are not a dog person you probably won't even notice them. They are very quiet and well-behaved and will only come out if they are summoned. Breakfast both mornings was very good, I especially liked the Italian omelette. Oh, and the beds are SO comfy! Just a great place, we'll be back!

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The area and home were beautiful. I enjoyed talking with my hosts and the other guest.

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I would recommend this B&B to anyone who wants a relaxing stay along with a central location to make day trips to see everything. The hospitality and outstanding breakfast & desserts really made this trip.

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Great directions made the Inn easy to find. The Inn was neat, clean, very inviting as were the Innkeepers, Wendy and Dave. Although there were dogs in the household, they weren't allowed to roam and there wasn't a "doggie" smell. Breakfasts were really wonderful and plentiful. Asparagus fritata - yum!! The room was comfortable, very clean and the bathroom was spotless. However the room was a bit crowded. A smaller bureau would help and flipping the bed and daybed. I usually travel with my own pillow but forgot it this time. The Inn's pillows were hard so I had to improvise. Maybe some feather pillows to go along with the feather beds - or a variety of pillows in the room would be good. Overall, I would highly recommend this Inn.

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The room was charming and Wendy & Dave were also. The Cherry Stuffed French Toast was Five Star.

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We stayed two nights, and felt very glad we had made this choice! These accomodations improved our whole trip immensely! It was also great to find a three person room with this very lovely porch!

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The home was lovely and very relaxing. I enjoyed the evening dessert which was waiting for me upon my return from supper with family. I would certainly stay there if I every pass through the area again. Thanks!

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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the northern country.

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My and wife and I spent 3 nights with Dave and Wendy recently. They made it feel like we were visiting friends or family. The stay actually became an integral part of our vacation. I highly recommend staying at the Applesauce Inn -- you might see Bella and Lucy too.

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We live in a summer resort town (Grand Haven, MI), but it's often difficult to just get away from "busy-ness", housework, etc. and enjoy early summer. Applesauce Inn in Bellaire gave us a chance to just do "nothing" such as sitting on the front porch with leisurely reading, going on nearby hiking trails at Grass River, doing some leisurely window shopping and taking it some nice microbrews. David and Wendy were lovely innkeepers, always personable but never intrusive. It was wonderful to be able to travel with our "son" - our Teddy Bear dog - and have him very welcome to share our room and our quiet time on the porch.

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We stayed at the Applesauce Inn for two nights while attending a family reunion on Torch Lake. We stayed in the room with the shared bath upstairs, and our 91-year-old Aunt stayed in the first-floor suite. Wendy and Dave are the perfect innkeepers, and their totally renovated farmhouse offers a cozy yet elegant respite from the real world. The rooms are clean, clean, clean, and the furnishings are tasteful, unique, and so nice to come "home" to after you've done whatever you've come to the area to do. Dave cooks a mean breakfast, and Wendy leaves a scrumptuous dessert out after dinner every night. And then there are the Boxer girls -- Lucy and Bella -- who charmed us from the second we saw them wag their whole bodies in happy greeting and anticipation of pats or other signs of affection. But don't worry if you're not a dog lover . . . you won't know they're there unless you ask Wendy or Dave to let them join you in the dining room after breakfast or dessert. In short . . . the Applesauce Inn is far more than a bed and breakfast, and we can't recommend it highly enough.

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We had a wonderful stay at the Applesauce Inn this past Memorial Day weekend, and would recommend it 100 times over. Not only were the morning meals fantastic (Traverse City cherry cream cheese stuffed baked French toast with cherry syrup, 12 grain pancakes with apple walnut syrup, and Italian baked omelets), but even better were the hosts. Wendy and David were warm and accommodating, and were great with providing directions to all area tourist destinations, as well as to other out-of-the-way local establishments (we second their recommendation of Shorts Brewery Company 3 miles away in Bellaire, http://www.shortsbrewing.com/). Thanks again, Wendy and David. We'll see you again soon!

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The Applesauce Inn B&B was a wonderful experience. The owners, Wendy & Dave, go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and relaxed. The Inn is exceedingly clean. The food is outstanding and creative. The evening dessert is something to look forward to. All in all a wonderful experience. Dave F.

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We found the Applesauce Inn by chance, online, and could not have been happier. Wendy and David are truly gracious and accommodating, our room was cozy and comfortable, and the food delicious. Every small need is tended to, whether it be hot beverages at off hours, or wine glasses and bathrobes in the room. Their dogs are so playful, cute, and well-behaved. We NEVER heard them, and they only came out for attention when we we requested. Highly recommended, and we would (and will) stay there again without hesitation.

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A thoroughly pleasant stay. Bellaire is about a 1/2 hour from Traverse City, and the Applesauce inn is near enough to drive to the beach, but far enough to be out of sight of the plastic signs and cheesy beachfront hotels. A nature preserve is only a few minutes drive away, with boardwalk bridges over streams, and setting areas in the forest. The breakfast was quite good and the portions were quite ample.

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This is by far the best B & B we've stayed in! They work hard to keep guests comfortable and it's always clean and quiet. Great get-away! We go at least twice a year.

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This was a very charming B&B. The Innkeepers are very nice and wonderful. If we are ever in the area again, we will definately stay again. A for sure recommendation!!

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Dave and Wendy took good care of us. The weather was bad outside but it was warm and comfy inside. My wife really enjoyed the complimentary robe. Dave makes a great breakfast. We'll recommend this b&b to our friends and family!

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My husband and I treated ourselves to a mid-week ski get-away in late January, 2009. We selected The Applesauce Inn initially because of the value of the room rate. However, the comfort of the parlor, dining room and of couse, bedroom and bathroom, exceeded our expectations. The "icing on the cake" was the exceptional hospitality shown to us by Wendy and Dave (and Lucy & Bella). We were very comfortable; the B&B was very clean, comfy and warm. Breakfast was better than the Ritz Carlton and dessert was better than that. You will love staying here; we'll be back! Sterling & Kim, January, 2009

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Everything came together perfectly in this B&B. Wendy and David were great hosts who were very helpful and accomodating, without being obtrusive. We stayed in the Grantz room which had a lot of atmosphere and was really one of a kind. Every morning before the delicious breakfast a la David, we would open the curtains to count the deer in the meadow across the yard. We would sit in our living room and drink great coffee while reading the daily paper and drooling over the smells from the kitchen. The resident dogs, Lucy and Bella, would never have been heard or seen if we hadn't asked to meet them. In fact, both were trained well enough that they would not cross the threshold into the guests area unless invited by Wendy. In the evening, after returning from our snow laden adventures, I would soak in a hot bath, drink some chamomile tea, and we would read. The only sounds to be heard was the quiet Grand Father clock in the livingroom that would let you know the hour if you listened hard enough. Around 8 pm or so, we would open our door and peak out at the dining room table to see if dessert had been served. Most often it had and we would sit at the table, drinking our tea and enjoying the treat before bed. I cannot wait to visit this little place again. It was worth way more than what we paid.

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Nice people, great breakfast. Excellent balance of privacy and friendly atmosphere.

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Stayed a Friday and Saturday with husband and daughter. Would not even have known there were dogs on the premise except we saw them on the website and asked to meet/play with them. Dogs were wonderfully mannered – great kids who behaved well (testament to Dave and Wendy’s parenting and attention). Never heard a bark/whine or saw signs a dog was in residence. Wendy keeps the house meticulous. Lucy and Belle (two boxers) made the visit more fun and memorable. Enjoyed the various teas/hot chocolate/cold beverages always available. Nice towels and appreciated the robes. Good location and nice drive into town. Quiet night’s sleep. Bed was not as comfortable as I would have liked but we are tough to please when it comes to mattresses.

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excellent B&B. Clean, comfortable, relaxing, unbelievable breakfast. owners make you feel right at home and extremely welcome.

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We had a very enjoyable time at the inn. The rooms were pristine and very comfy. This is the second time we have stayed at a B & B and definitely find it better than staying at a hotel/motel. We visited the area in the fall and the leaf colors were amazing!!!

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Very friendly attentive Innkeepers. We could not have enjoyed our stay more! Location is one of the most beautiful and interesting in Northern Michigan,

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A great place to stay and get away from it all.. Next time I am up north I will be staying there.. The breakfasts are great and the night time treats are great as well. Stay here and you will love it.

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Very enjoyable & relaxing, we needed it very much because we had a very stressful year last year. Husband with cancer, lost a kidney, also a daughter with breast cancer with 5 children to take care of. We really enjoyed our time.

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We had a great long weekend at the inn. The room was comfortable and quiet. The breakfasts really set us up for the day and were delicious. The evening sweet was a lovely way to wind day after a day out and about. I especially liked the apple pie, though the cheese cake was pretty tasty, too.

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We enjoyed the stay. We spent much of our time touring the area so we mostly slept and had breakfast at the Inn. We tend to expect more of B&B's (than hotels for example) so my review means this property is better than many others. Thanks!

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This is one of the best B&B's we've stayed in with added features of evening dessert, and such friendly people who truly show they care about you as friends!

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Finding this B&B is a little tricky since it is out in the country and a GPS system is of no value. Wendy and Dave are gracious hosts and made our stay an enjoyable one. Rooms were quiet and clean and the beds were quite comfortable. MM

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We had a wonderful 5-night stay at the Applesauce Inn. Dave and Wendy were wonderful hosts. The breakfasts were delicious and our room was very comfortable. Lots to do and see in the surrounding area. We will definitely be back!

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My family and I recently returned from a trip to Traverse City, Michigan to go shopping and sight seeing and heard about this Bed and Breakfast through this particular website. We have stayed at several B&B's before..... but nothing like this one! The service was amazing and the inn keepers were very friendly. The rooms were extremely clean and were equipped with all the amenities of home. Each morning, breakfast was served at 9:00 am and dessert was on the table and ready to eat after a day of sight seeing. Each day, Wendy would clean your room and lay out fresh towels. The Applesauce Inn B&B was about 35 minutes outside Traverse City and was minutes away from a small town called Alden. Close by, there was a nice beach and a great restaurant called the Dockside. All in all my family and I thought this bed and breakfast was magnificant, and we would go back in a heartbeat!

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Everything was fabulous. Great hosts and a comfortable, cozy home. Dessert in the evening was a great touch and the breakfast was a cut above the usual. Location was good for casino and wine tasting. Sharing the bathroom was no inconvience at all and everything was clean always. Having beverages available and the small refrigerator was nice as was the wine glasses and ice bucket. I will stay ther again.

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Wonderful! Friendly Good Food

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Had a brief but very relaxing and enjoyable stay at the Applesauce Inn B& B July 2008. Dave and Wendy were very gracious and thoughtful hosts as they shared their home with us. It was diffcult finding a B & B that would accept a "1 night only "stay (especially on a Friday night) but this was not a problem at the Applesauce Inn . The price was very reasonable, the food delicious (added bonus of a homade dessert in the evening) and they had many thoughtful touches (area weather forecast for the week,events in the local area, soft drinks in the refridgerator) The setting is very quiet and peaceful but close to Traverse City, Torch Lake, Petosky. Wish we could have stayed longer and would book again if traveling up that way again!! :-)

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We stayed here for out 2 yr anniversary. Wendy and her husband were excellent hosts. Our room was beautiful & our stay was wonderful. Would recommend this B&B to everyone!!!

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Lovely place in a really nice setting Excellent hospitality We will be going back again

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We really liked it here. Dave and Wendy were very nice and the house was clean and homey. Such a country like setting. Food was yummy too! Would def return again!!

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This is our second stay at Applesauce Inn and stay two was better than ever. Bellaire is a great location, close to everything cool in the Northwest Part of MI Mitten. Very close to Torch Lake, and a hop and a skip to Traverse City, Petosky, Charlevoix, Mackinaw Bridge and the Island, and points North. But, you have the advantage of a more restful rural setting, complete with songbirds at the feeders, and deer and wild turkeys in the area. Dave and Wendy have taken a lovely Victorian type home and turned it into a visual feast. From the large wrap-around porch, to the antiques throughout, the different decor for each room, it's just what you want and more. And the locals are very happy with them as well. My aunt, who has lived in the area for over thirty years was thrilled when she heard it was to be made into a B&B. Breakfast at nine is always home-made, hot, and tasty. My husband and I have special dietary needs which they remembered from the first visit. I must say I've enjoyed the large family dining room table. Large and oval, plenty of room for yourself and the other guests for conversation. Oh, and at 8:00 p.m., there's a killer evening treat waiting at the table. Dave and Wendy have two assistant innkeepers, boxers Bella and Lucy. They are not allowed in the guest areas, but love it when pet-happy guests want to say Hi and give them some attention. All and all a lovely Inn, with great people, and beautiful surroundings. We love the Torch Lake area and will always stay at Applesauce when we return.

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Thanks, Wendy, for a refreshing and charming visit. I wish we had had more time to relax on the wraparound porch.

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This is such a wonderful place - warm, peaceful, beautiful - made even better by our hosts, Dave and Wendy - Thanks!!

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We felt very welcome & right at home as soon as we stepped in the door. It was very cozy & the breakfast was delicious.

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We stayed at the Applesauce Inn for 2 nights and had an excellent stay. It's a lovely place with great owners and terrific breakfasts and evening dessert! Lots to do and see in the area. It was a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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We chose the Applesauce Inn as our first Bed and Breakfast experience - and it was wonderful! The room and bathroom was beautiful - warm and comfortable. Wendy and David are perfect hosts - available when needed, warm and sociable, but not intrusive. The breakfasts were wonderful - and the evening desserts were the perfect touch after a long day of skiing and sightseeing. Wendy sensed our every need without asking - the bottle of champagne we brought was iced when we returned to the Inn at the end of a long day - and champagne glasses were waiting close by! We look forward to visiting the Inn in the summer!

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We had a wonderfully relaxing time in this great B&B. It was very clear with wonderful food and very kind innkeepers. We highly recommend the Applesauce Inn.

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Our stay at the Inn was wonderful. We had such a great time! The rooms were very cozy and the food was excellent.

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We had a great weekend at the Applesauce Inn. The Inn keepers are super friendly and go above and beyond for their guests. (David even scraped the snow / ice off our car windows in a blizzard when we were getting ready to leave!) They provided wonderful breakfasts every morning and tasty desserts at night. Over-all an A+ B & B. I'd highly recommend staying at the Applesauce Inn and I'm sure we'll be back again soon!

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The rooms were clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The innkeepers were friendly and helpful about places to eat and the best way to get around the area. The breakfasts were wonderful. Overall it is the best B & B we've ever stayed at and we can't wait to go back again.

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Outstanding hospitality of innkeepers, along with a delicious breakfast each morning. An evening dessert is offered at 9pm each evening. We had a delightful weekend.

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We had a very enjoyable stay at the Applesauce Inn. Being out in the country made it very relaxing and away from it all. Great breakfast!

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Christmas in Bellaire was amazing. Dave and Wendy made our holiday even more rewarding. The inn is pet friendly and we brought our 10lb. terrier. We would not have been able to enjoy the getaway without him. Dave is a self taught gormet cook and breakfast was out of this world. The evening desserts were a perfect end to each day we spent there. We recommend this gem to anyone and we will return gladly.

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Applesauce Inn was a great find; close to our favorite Ski Resorts and lots of good restaurants. Wendy and David were friendly and attentive, but didn't suffocate us. Bella and Lucy gave us our fix of doggie kisses and we could not have been happier or more comfortable!

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We stay at Applesauce Inn several times a year. Wonderful place! Dave & Wendy are great – they keep us coming back again & again

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We have stayed at the Applesauce Inn several times over the past few years. Wendy and David are wonderful inkeepers who pay attention to every little detail to make our stay just perfect. The Inn has a very safe, comfortable atmosphere and the feather beds are awesome!!

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Wendy and David were so nice to us! This was our first getaway as a couple and it was truly memorable. The room was romantic, the food was excellent, the fellow guests were wonderful, their route directions and recommendations were spot on, the boxers were so adorable...basically we would gladly revisit Wendy and David next time we are looking to stay in Northern Michigan.

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Wonderful, welcoming place to get away!

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Everything was excellent.

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Hosts were very friendly, and B&B was charming and well maintained. B&B is close to all points of interest in the area and owners provided a very nice binder of information. Breakfasts were wonderful and evening desserts were much appreciated.

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This was our first B&B experience, and it was even better than anticipated. Wendy & David were friendly and helpful, and Bella and Lucy were so sweet! Breakfast and dessert were great, 24 hour beverages were a plus and location was convenient to our itinerary. As a bonus, the other guests were very nice, and we had fun lingering at the table with them!

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