White Swan Inn B & B

White Swan Inn is located just minutes from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan; halfway between Chicago and Mackinac Island. Gracious hospitality in a relaxing setting is the hallmark of the White Swan Inn. The beautiful Cygnet Suite... more

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"A charming getaway" 10/5/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Exquisite gem of a B&B in a picturesque town hosted by a gracious couple. From the fabric-wrapped soap to the brownies under glass, every detail was thought out to make for a memorable stay.

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"Swept Away at White Swan" 10/1/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

Great base for biking and relaxing. Delicious breakfast, comfotable accommodations, knowledgable and down to Earth innkeepers. Highly recommend to others and likely to return ourselves.

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"White Swan Inn B & B" 9/23/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

Excellent getaway--excellent hostess, accomodations and breakfast. We hope to return soon.

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"White Swan Inn B & B " 9/9/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Friends recommended WHite Swan. We were not disappointed -- had a wonderful 2 night stay. Snacks, coffee, soda, cookies, reading material, videos, fireplace, tv, jacuzzi tub, and on and on. Great hostess was the top of all goodness, wealth of... read more


"Just what we were looking for!" 9/7/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

We enjoyed a 2 night stay at this beautiful and cozy B'n'B. Breakfast was delicious, the room was clean and the extra touches were perfect - tasty baked treats, bath robes, home made soap, to name a few! Cathy and Ron were so hospitable. They... read more


"Relaxing Retreat/Superb Breakfast!" 9/3/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

The White Swan is a labor of love for Cathy and Ron. They go a step beyond to ensure their guests have the best possible experience. Cathy tells about all the breakfast offerings before they are served-fresh, hot, and delicious. Air conditioning... read more


"Great place to stay" 8/25/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Wonderful cozy room with everything we needed for a comfortable two night stay. Delicious and healthy breakfasts and fabulous cookies to top it off! Loved it!

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"Wonderful White Swan Inn" 8/24/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

What a wonderful getaway! The White Swan Inn was a warm and inviting home on White Lake, MI. Our host & hostess made us feel like we were visiting friends and the breakfasts were delicious. The perfect place!

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"Review of White Swan Inn" 8/18/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

I enjoyed the inn immensely. Cathy & Ron were gracious hosts and I would recommend a stay there to anyone.

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"relaxing getaway" 8/13/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

A perfect getaway staying at a beautiful B&B and also an opportunity to appreciate taking a step back in history and seeing this 125 year old house in all it's glory! The comfort and food was all 1st class. Just loved it! read more


"White Swan Inn- the best!" 8/7/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

White Swan is a wonderful B&B. Cathy and Ron are great hosts. Cathy's apricot scones are the best. looking forward to a return visit. read more


"tastefully done decor" 8/6/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

the meals were wonderful. The side porch to sit on was fabulous! read more


"White Swan -- always outstanding" 8/3/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

We love this B&B! Cathy is a wonderful hostess, the rooms are amazing, her breakfasts are always good, coffee & treats available 24/7. It's just great.

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"Comfort, cookies & cats!" 7/29/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

We have stayed at the WHite Swan 3 years in a row and love the ambiance and wonderful jacuzzi in the Cygnet Suite. Cathy prepares delicious from-scratch breakfast treats and always has homemade cookies by the coffee-maker for her guests.

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"cozy and fun" 7/1/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

We were on our honeymoon and the owner was very accommodating. We were only able to stay a couple of days, and the owners allowed us to rent the cottage for only the days we were there, not for the week. Everything was very clean, and we will... read more


"wonderful stay!" 6/30/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Always enjoy my stay at the White Swan. Homey and friendly atmosphere in lovely setting. read more


"White Swan Inn" 6/16/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Our visits to the White Swan Inn are always a relaxing a renewing experience. Cathy and Ron are the perfect hosts, they are always willing to attend to our needs and make us feel special. Food and accommodations are wonderful and we love the nearby... read more


"05/24/09 Visit" 5/28/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Tour of the White Swan Inn's rooms proved they were all very inviting. However, the most economical room, the Mariner's Room, was our choice and an excellent value.

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"comfort and convenience" 5/20/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

We stayed 2 nights and used the inn as a 'home base'. Cathy really worked with us to make our stay as convenient and comfortable as possible. We really appreciate her efforts. Keep up the good work! We'll stay again! read more


"White Swan Inn " 5/5/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Cathy and Ron were genuinly friendly and accomodating. Breakfast was outstanding and we felt comfortable and at home. read more


"Loved the White Swan" 4/16/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

The food and service is terrific. The Innkeepers were extremely personable as well as knowledgable regarding the area. Would highly recommend the White Swan to every one looking for a great getaway.

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"objecctive achieved" 4/16/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

I waned a place for a personal renewal retreat. I'd asked if my room had a comfy chair for reading. Cathy upgraded my room to the one adjacent to the comfy sitting area. I got my reading and renewal and loved it!

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"A terrific getaway" 3/15/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

We had a very delightful weekend here, just the getaway we needed. Cathy and Ron were gracious hosts, the room was cozy (the tub was especially wonderful), and we just loved it. We'd go back again, for sure. (If you go, you should also check out... read more


"The complete package" 3/3/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

Warm, cozy, quiet, relaxing, great food, friendly hosts, everything you could want for a night away. It keeps you coming back for more! read more


"very relaxing weekend" 1/22/2009
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Stayed On: 12/2008

Very comfortable and great food and conversation.

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"Great stay" 12/1/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We found the White Swan to be very clean and pleasantly decorated with exceptional hospitality. read more


"An anniversary to remember" 11/3/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Loved the screened in porch. We enjoyed the short walk to town. Beautiful view of the lake. Awesome breakfast! read more


"wonderful!" 10/23/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

an absolutely charming B&B. this is our first visit to one and we will definitely be back!

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"Would return" 10/22/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

great and accommodating

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"Best Bed and Breakfast in Michigan" 10/9/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We have stayed at 10 different Bed and Breakfasts in Michigan and White Swan Inn is far above the rest in rooms, service, value, cleanliness and dining. But what we appreciate the most is the Inn Keepers hospitality which is incredible....Kathy has... read more


"Enjoyable" 10/3/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Nice rooms and excellent breakfasts. Hosts were very nice and friendly. We would come back.

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"Pleased Experience" 9/24/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

A great place to stay. The hospitality was phenomenal. A very quiet, relaxing, and nice plact to stay! A pleasant experience & a good relax.

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"A charming inn with excellent hospitality" 9/6/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We stayed at White Swan Inn for our 5 year anniversary. The inn is charming and comfortable. The innkeepers are great, very friendly and hospitable. Cathy offered to get play tickets for us and make dinner reservations. We had a great time!

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"Wonderful, friendly inn in Eastern Michigan" 8/14/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Spent 4 days here. The inn is beautiful and the hosts were wonderful. Great breakfasts and beautiful grounds

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"Friendly B&B" 8/7/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

This was our first B&B and it was a great experience. The innkeepers were great, the food was delicious, and the rooms were beautiful. We may never stay at a hotel again.

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"friendly bnb" 8/6/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Cathy, Ron and their three cats are very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was incredible! They recommended restaurants, introduced us to other guests and made us feel welcome. A very friendly bnb.

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"PPPUUURRR- FECT" 7/31/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Our stay at White Swan Inn was absolutly wonderful. Our inn keeper was so friendly and welcoming. The house is beatiful and furnished ever so perfectly. Our room was spacious and so inviting, that we didn't want to leave. The large screened in porch... read more


"White Swan Inn" 7/23/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Very nice hostess - wish I had more time to relax on front porch. Nice room - showerhead spray more of a mist??

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"Honeymoon" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The White Swan was an place to stay for our honeymoon. Thank you!

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"Cygnet Sweet!" 6/29/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We came back to the White Swan Inn for a second year. I'm told there are superior B&B's, but they must give gold away to be any better. Our room, the Cygnet Suite, was marvelous. My wife especially loves the huge jacuzzi bathtub. Though dinner... read more


"wonderful" 6/17/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

the perfect place for anyone wanting personal attention and relaxation with as much privacy as you want. i would go back in a second!

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"much better than camping" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

we had a weekend of tent-camping planned for the memorial day weekend when the weather forecast started to look too chilly. fortunately, i read an article in the det.free press about this place. my husband and son still got to fish and i still had a... read more


"A great get-away!" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

A nice little town, antique stores, book/art shops, nice parks, walking distance to neat little restaurants and a wonderful hostess. Just great for a couple of days getaway.

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"Relaxed and Pleasent" 6/10/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Cathy made us feel like her own children; she took care of us! She made sure that our room was to our liking and fed us very well. Lastly she was accommodating to our requests. Thanks.

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"White Swan Inn" 6/4/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

met and exceeded expectations

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"Great weekend trip" 5/26/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Cathy and Ron were exceptional hosts in an exceptional inn. They welcomed us into their home as if we were their best friends. We were made to feel very comfortable during out stay. The breakfasts were the best we've had yet. We will definitely... read more


"Excellent Hospitality" 5/19/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

As always, excellent hospitality and lots of thoughtful touches. Love the coffee machine! read more


"A memorable time" 4/25/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Our visit to White Swan was perfection even including a jazz concert at the Howmet playhouse. Wonderful company, delicious food and fabulous service

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"Wonderful atmoshpere" 4/16/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

Wonderful service & terrific breakfast. This Innkeeper really knows her business, & is a gracious host!


"Great Winter Getaway" 4/1/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Charming Victorian with good in-town location and friendly, informative innkeeper. read more


"White Swan Inn." 11/29/2007
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Stayed On: 11/2007

Gracious hospitality, beautiful home, relaxing, delicious food, very comfortable room.

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"White Swan Inn" 10/16/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Lovely victorian home with beautiful screen porch. Breakfast was exceptional and owner was very friendly and accommodating. Would recommend to friends. read more


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White Swan Inn B & B  Bed and Breakfast
White Swan Inn B & B , Whitehall, MI - Inn
White Swan Inn B & B
303 South Mears Ave
Whitehall, MI 49461
USA
Phone: +1-231-894-5169
Toll-free: +1-888-948-7926
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Cathy and Ron Russell
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$99 - $179
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The Cygnet Suite - A stunning whirlpool suite, this room honors the young swans that soon grow to magnificent white plumage. Featuring a queen size, dark green iron bed, all-season fireplace, comfortable reading chairs, cable TV/VCR, ceiling fan and air conditioning. Facing the sunny south side, this room is further warmed by the deep wine carpet and rich decorative accents.For the ultimate in relaxation, the Cygnet Suite invites you to enjoy the Ultra Bath Thermo Massage Tub.  This is no ordinary whirlpool tub.  The Ultra Bath is an all encompassing hydro massage that surrounds your body in an energetic effervescence of air and water reducing stress levels, soothing tight muscles, thereby relaxing body and mind.  The private bath is also enhanced by a very large ceramic shower, sink set into a birdseye maple dresser, ceramic tiled floor and even a ceiling fan.
White wicker and ivy accents evoke a summer cottage feel in the Jasmine Room.  Queen bed, private bath w/shower, cable TV, ceiling fan and air conditioning are all part of the ammenities that combine to create a relaxing getaway.This is the common area.