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Cairn House Bed and Breakfast

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  • Inn Details

    Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is a stately, two-story colonial home in a serene, natural setting located two miles north of the village of Elk Rapids, MI, near Traverse City, Michigan. Guests are invited to stroll about the one and one-half acres of manicured grounds or spend the day enjoying Elk Lake (directly across the road from Cairn House) or nearby Torch Lake. Your hostess takes great pleasure in sharing the elegant furnishings collected while living abroad. Relax in front of the fireplace in the spacious living room or retreat to the sun room to enjoy a book. The "pineapple", the colonial symbol of hospitality, dates back to the days when sea captains returned from their long voyages. Placing a pineapple outside their door signified that they were welcoming friends and neighbors for a visit and sharing their hospitality. Cairn House welcomes you to share the warm hospitality while you explore the endless activities available in and around Elk Rapids.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Group max is 12 people

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Private entrance

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Washer/dryer

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  • Northern Reflections Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$140

    Oriental Impressions Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$140

    Nature's Tranquility Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $89/$99

    The Garden Delight Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 5

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $140/$160

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4 pm to 6 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends and holidays

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit of 50% will secure your reservation. If all the inn's rooms are reserved by one group, a 100% payment is required 30 days before arrival.

    • Cancellations: A 14 day cancellation notice is required to receive a full deposit refund less a 10% processing fee. Cancellations less than 14 days prior to arrival will forfeit the deposit. If all the inn's rooms are reserved by one group, a 30 day cancellation notice is required to receive a full refund, less a 10% processing fee.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Drinks may be consumed in house only

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30 am to 9:30 am

    • Serving location: Sunporch in the summer, Breakfast/dining area

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Most meals are low fat

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  • Location Type

    • Near beaches

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    • Village

    • Wine country

    City

    • Traverse City

    • Distance to city: 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Grand Rapids Michigan: Approximately 150 miles about 2 and 1/2 hrs driving time Take 131 North to M-72 West. This intersection will be on the north side of Kalkaska. Take M-72 West to Acme. Turn right onto U.S 31 North. Continue about 10 miles to Elk Rapids. At the light turn right and travel 2.2 miles. Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is on the left hand side of the road. From Detroit Michigan: Approximately 250 miles, about 4 to 5 hrs driving time Take I-75 North approx. 3 hours to exit #254, this exit will turn into M-72 West. Take M-72 West through Grayling and Kalkaska approx. 1 hour into Acme. Turn right , north on to U.S 31. Continue about 10 miles to Elk Rapids. At the light turn right and travel 2.2 miles. Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is on the left hand side of the road. From Chicago Illinois: Approximately 300 Miles about 7 hrs driving time Take 94 to 196 into to Grand Rapids. On the north side of Grand Rapids take 131 North to M-72 West. This intersection will be on the north side of Kalkaska. Take M-72 West to Acme. Turn right onto U.S 31 North. Continue about 10 miles to Elk Rapids. At the light turn right and travel 2.2 miles. Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is on the left hand side of the road. From Lansing Michigan: Approximately 170 miles,3hrs driving time Take 27 to I-75 North. Take I-75 North to exit #254, this exit will turn into M-72 West. Take M-72 West through Grayling and Kalkaska approx. 1 hour into Acme. Turn right onto U.S 31 North. Continue about 10 miles to Elk Rapids. At the light turn right and travel 2.2 miles. Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is on the left hand side of the road.

    Airport

    • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Traverse City) 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      FROM CHERRY CAPITAL AIRPORT IN TRAVERSE CITY - Drive out of the airport and turn North to 3-mile road. Approximately one-quarter mile, turn right which is US 31. Go approximately 15 miles to Elk Rapids. Turn right onto U.S 31 North. Continue about 10 miles to Elk Rapids. At the light turn right and travel 2.2 miles. Cairn House Bed & Breakfast is on the left hand side of the road.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Horseshoes

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Northern Michigan Gem

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Cairn House B & B is a beautiful home in a beautiful location. We came for the fall color tour and was our second stay with host Helen. We have booke our fall stay for 2012 since we so enjoy they location and hospitality. Breakfasts were of a nice variety, tasty and well-prepared. Helen makes the best grape juice from her own grapes grown on the property! Rooms are spotless, well decorated and private. We were never aware of other guests on the premesis once in our room. We have recommended Cairn House to family and friends and hope to return often.

    Highly Recommend

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Spent a delightful two nights with Helen and another couple on a golf vacation to the Traverse City area. Excellent location, cleanliness, quality of food and especially our many discussions on her many worldwide travels. We would certainly return to Cairn House and highly recommend it to anyone considering the area. Richard & Susan Carnell, Chatham, Ontario, Canada.

    Wonderful Escape!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The owner is very delightful! We felt like we were at home yet on vacation. I would stay there again!

    3 Perfect Days and Nights

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We and another couple spent 3 wonderful mid-week nights at the Cairn House. The accomodations were very clean and comfortable, and we were surrounded by beautiful bits of memorabilia that our hostess, Helen, had collected on her world travels. Each mornings breakfasts were dellicious, varied and well presented in the lovely sun room. Helen was always available and willing to share day trip tips with us, from wineries, scenic drives, local interest places as well as suggestions for dining in the area. Her ideas were right on and helped us have a terrific experience. The grounds surrounding this B&B are very pretty, as are the bedrooms. The rooms were quite comfortable and nicely air conditioned in a week of exceptionally hot weather in northern Michigan. We are planning on making a return visit.

    A Great Place to Stay in Elk Rapids!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    A hidden jewel! Helen is very friendly and truly wants to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Her Inn is very clean and it has everything you need! Her stories and adventures are as memorable as her delicious breakfasts! We hope to return next summer!

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