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Sleeping Bear Bed and Breakfast


  • Inn Details

    Nestled in the Leelanau Peninsula, this 1890s farmhouse is waiting to meet your every need while visiting the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Every effort has been made to make your stay relaxing and comfortable. A typical morning begins with a cup of our special-blend coffee or tea, followed by a scrumptious full gourmet breakfast. Afternoon treats are provided as well. After a day of activities, your bed awaits with our crisp linens (is that a hint of lavender I smell?) and peaceful, quiet country setting. Perfect for family reunions and small weddings, we look forward to making your stay special.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Gourmet cooking, gardening, sailing, woodworking, needlepoint, music, travel

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1


    Features

    Type:


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

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  • Nightly Rate

    $85 - $160

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00- 6:00 p.m.    Check out: 11:00 a.m.

    • Minimum stay: Two nights on weekends, in season

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit of one night's room rental or 1/2 of total stay, whichever is greater, is required.

    • Cancellations: Refunds are given for cancellations 14 days before the scheduled stay, less a 20% handling fee.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30; 9:15

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area


    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

  • Location Type

    • Countryside


    City

    • Traverse City

    • Distance to city: 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take M72 west from Traverse City for 18 miles to Gilbert Road, Turn right on Gilbert. Bed & Breakfast faces M72 on North. From Empire and M22, take M72 east 6 miles, turn left on Gilbert road.


    Airport

    • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Traverse City) 25 miles


    Area Attractions

    • 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

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

  • Wonderful venue, great hosts

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    We highly recommend the Sleeping Bear B&B. Susan and Van are warm and engaging hosts. The Sleeping Bear room was very comfortable and very nicely appointed. The breakfasts are great and their 'library' of local books is exceptional.


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