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  • Front View of house
    The Vineyard Room
    The Library Room
    Your stay (in the Vineyard Room) includes private use of the Great Room ... for relaxing, watching movies, listening to music, meetings, study, games, etc.
    From Satellite last summer (showing bridge access to Proposal Island)
    Swans and ducks seem to get along well in our pond.
    Morning mist over Pond and Proposal Island
    View of house from Proposal Island
    Nothing like morning coffee on the paddleboat
    Enjoy our Spaberry Jacuzzi while overlooking the Wildlife Pond.

    • Address 10851 East D Ave
      Richland, MI 49083
      USA
    • Phone+--269-277-7020
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    Nestled on a serene 3-acre setting, the BMI Bed and Breakfast and Retreat Center is a cozy, back-to-nature getaway designed for you and your busy schedule. We truly desire to serve our guests by seeking to accommodate their needs. A wonderful setting for spending time with your spouse, your family, or for a time of personal study or retreat. Choose the Vineyard room or the Library room. Includes full, private use of our "Great Room." Our property incorporates a serene pond (with paddleboat), island (for relaxing and bonfires), a hammock, and a walking trail. If you feel a need to relax and unwind, spend time as a family, plan your future, or if you simply need a personal retreat, the BMI Bed and Breakfast is here for you! NEW: A 2-person "Spaberry" Jacuzzi tub (see photo).

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 4 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.6 out of 5
     

    Sweet retreat

    December 15, 2012

    John and Julie are outstanding and accommodating hosts. Their home is inviting and spacious. The food was fantastic and timely. Very reasonable pricing. Our morning walk through the woods behind the house was just what we needed. Grace and peace, Lon and Michelle

    5 out of 5
     

    John and Julie

    December 10, 2012

    What a wonderful blessing you were for our family! We had four generations together, and it was so precious to be in such a serene place of healing and peace. We felt welcomed and loved from the moment we drove up. And the bonfire on the island was a special treat! We were all able to relax, read, pray, play, and re-cooperate from a very difficult time in our family history. Anna D.

    5 out of 5
     

    Thank you so much!

    November 23, 2012

    John and Julie, Thanks for your hospitality generosity, and opening up your home (and Retreat Center) to us. It made our trip to Michigan, and visit with family, possible! - Rod and Laura Howard

    5 out of 5
     

    Thank you John and Julie!

    November 03, 2012

    Thanks John and Julie for allowing me to spend this time at your Bed and Breakfast. I now have a road map that I can truly use, and I will. - Janet Hopkins


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    John and Julie Studebaker

    Innkeepers Description:

    Our interests include growing in our faith and in our marriage, outdoor activities, health and wellness, sports, church activities, reading good books, antique, etc.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Spanish, a little

    • English

    Resident Pets

    1 Cat , 1 Dog

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $75 - $140

    Vineyard Room

    Lovely, spacious, country-style bedroom in our lower level; Queen bed; Private bath; and full use of the "Spaberry" Jacuzzi tub. Connected to our Great Room, with family-friendly TV, DVDs, VHS videos, Wi-Fi, CD Player, Kitchenette. Suggested donation for Friday through Sunday nights: $140 per night. Suggested donation for weeknights, or for multi-nights: $125 per night. $25 discount per night for Pastors and missionaries.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen, 1 Twin

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    Library Room

    Second floor bedroom with Queen bed, private bath, natural view, access to professor's library (fiction, devotional, theological and ministry-oriented titles). Suggested donation for Friday through Sunday nights: $100 per night. Suggested donation for weeknights and mult-nights: $75 per night. $25 discount per night for Pastors and missionaries.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3pm to 8pm    Check Out: Noon

    • Cancellations: If you need to cancel (one week or less prior to your stay) we ask that you please provide 50 percent of the suggested donation.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: We have a 3 year old, and seek to accommodate all children

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • 25 dollar for Pastors, Ministers and missionaries
      Percent Off: 0% Days Required: 1

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 4 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.6 out of 5
     

    Sweet retreat

    December 15, 2012

    John and Julie are outstanding and accommodating hosts. Their home is inviting and spacious. The food was fantastic and timely. Very reasonable pricing. Our morning walk through the woods behind the house was just what we needed. Grace and peace, Lon and Michelle

    5 out of 5
     

    John and Julie

    December 10, 2012

    What a wonderful blessing you were for our family! We had four generations together, and it was so precious to be in such a serene place of healing and peace. We felt welcomed and loved from the moment we drove up. And the bonfire on the island was a special treat! We were all able to relax, read, pray, play, and re-cooperate from a very difficult time in our family history. Anna D.

    5 out of 5
     

    Thank you so much!

    November 23, 2012

    John and Julie, Thanks for your hospitality generosity, and opening up your home (and Retreat Center) to us. It made our trip to Michigan, and visit with family, possible! - Rod and Laura Howard

    5 out of 5
     

    Thank you John and Julie!

    November 03, 2012

    Thanks John and Julie for allowing me to spend this time at your Bed and Breakfast. I now have a road map that I can truly use, and I will. - Janet Hopkins


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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Island

    • Village

    City - Kalamazoo

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-94 take exit 85 (35th street) and go north on 35th St for 6.6 miles. Turn left onto DE Ave E, and go 0.3 miles. Take the 1st right onto 34th St. Go 0.5 miles and turn right onto D Ave E. Go .9 miles on D ave, and we are on the left (look for 10851 on our mailbox).

    Airport

    • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo Battle Creek Intl.) 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Portage Rd north from the airport, about 1/2 mile, to I-94. Go right (East) on I-94 and follow the directions to our property (above).


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Air Zoo (Great museum for adults and kids)

    • Gull Lake View (5 Championship Golf Courses)

    • Bittersweet Ski Resort

    • The Gilmore Car Museum (one of top 5 in nation)

    • Kellogg Bird Sanctuary and Kellogg Forrest

    • Gull Lake (Sailing, Fishing, Boating)

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Ski area

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseshoes

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Paddleboating

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Table Tennis

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

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  • Amenities

    Type:

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    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Couples and Families

    • Discount for Pastors, Ministers, and Missionaries

    • Life-planning and marriage-enrichment workshops

    • Near a very nice small town with good restaurants

    • Quiet place to study, relax, or unwind

    • Spiritual or personal retreat

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Group events

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Microwave

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Island / Bonfire

    • Walking Trail

    • Hammock

    • Workout area (Ellyptical; Nordic Bike; Weights)

    • A "Spaberry" Jacuzzi Tub (2 person)

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full on Sat-Mon AMs; Continental other AMs

    • Time Served: 7:30am -10am

    • Serving Location: In the Great Room,Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Three specialties, upon request
    (1) Breakfast Casserole (with Bacon, Ham, Sausage, or combo) (2) Blueberry Pancakes with Maple Syrup and Eggs or Meat (3) Omelets (made to order) with Blueberry or English Muffins

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • As requested

    Additional food services

    • Bottled water

    • Home-roasted Coffee

    • Sodas, Juices according to preference

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