White Swan Inn B & B

  • Inn Details

    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 with its elegant Ultra Bath air massage whirlpool tub pampers the senses. A large screened porch appointed with white wicker furniture is the ideal spot to read a favorite novel or just watch the world go by. Award-winning White Swan Inn is located in the historic resort area of White Lake in Whitehall, MI. The beauty of Lake Michigan; the forests and dunes enhance the area; every season offers a variety of outdoor activities as well as theater, concerts and museums. Within walking distance of shops, dining and White Lake, plus bring your bikes for a trip on the paved Hart-Montague Bike Trail Awake to the aroma of muffins baking and enjoy a scrumptious full breakfast before embarking on your day's adventure. We know the best places to shop, eat, play, relax. Relax over dinner at our favorite restaurants or watch the sunset over Lake Michigan. Your destination for gracious hospitality, romance, relaxation and delicious breakfasts. Voted by inn goers as "Best Breakfast in Midwest" 2006; "Best for Family Vacations" 2005; "Best Guest Accommodations" 2004; "Best In the Midwest" 2003; "Best Packages at a B&B" 2002.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    We enjoy meeting visitors to this wonderful part of Michigan. We know the best places to catch the sunset, walk along Lake Michigan, and lots of other out-of-the-way places. Gracious hospitality in a relaxed setting is our hallmark.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 2


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • screened porch

    • off-street parking

    • inside bike storage

    • on-site gift shop

    • 24 hour beverage station

    • 2 resident cats

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  • Hot Deal: February Romance!

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$245
    • Savings:20%
    • Discount rate:$195

    Romance is just a phone call away! Surprise your sweetie and reserve the beautiful Cygnet Suite (with whirlpool and fireplace) for a romantic any day in February) escape. Enjoy a relaxing getaway with dinner for a very special rate. Valentine Romance Package includes one night lodging, $40 restaurant dinner certificate, lodging taxes, full breakfast, noon check-out. Limited availability! Valid Feb. 1-29 at this price. Must mention Hot Deal!

    Jasmine Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$139

    Mariner Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $109/$119

    Covell Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$159

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

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

    • Minimum stay: 2 night minimum summer weekends; 3 night minimum for holiday weekends

    • Deposit amount required: First night amount due at time of booking to secure your reservation. All reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Minimum nights stay may be required.

    • Cancellations: Because of our small size, cancellations affect us significantly. Therefore, we have a 7-day cancellation policy: Should you cancel more than 7 days prior to your arrival date, you'll receive full credit less a $20 bookkeeping fee. A cancellation of 7 days or less, you will be liable for the first night and any others we cannot rent up to the full length of your reservation. This includes shortened stays within the 7 days. No refunds for early departures.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: select rooms

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Corporate rates

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8 -9:30 am

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • snacks


    Recipes

    Bread

    White Lake Blueberry Muffins
    Serves: 12
    Prep time: 10 minutes

  • Location Type

    • resort area

    • Small town

    • Village


    City

    • Muskegon

    • Distance to city: 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take US 31 to the Whitehall/Montague exit. (this exit is close to mile marker 129). When you get off the exit, stay to the right and you will be heading West. Go to the 3rd traffic light, which will be in downtown Whitehall. Turn Left at the light, go approximately 2 blocks and the White Swan Inn will be located on your left at 303 S. Mears. Off-street parking is on the south side of the driveway, marked by signs stating "guest parking."


    Airport

    • Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      West on I-96 to Muskegon then north on US-31 to the Whitehall/Montague exit. When you get off the exit, stay to the right and you will be heading West. Go to the 3rd traffic light, which will be in downtown Whitehall. Turn Left at the light, go approximately 2 blocks and the White Swan Inn will be located on your left. Off-street parking is on the south side of the driveway, marked by signs stating "guest parking." Also, Muskegon Airport is only 18 miles.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • golf

    • lighthouse

    • boating

    • cross-country skiing

    • luge run

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • dining

    • luge run

    • theater

    • outdoor concerts

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    a wonderful stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    The kind host placed us in the second floor front room with a view that you see in the picture because my husband is tall. All amenities were available to us: a shower, sink, comfortable bed, t.v., desk for writing. Down the hall were beverages and cookies, 24/7. For us, an added attraction were the two sweet house cats available for petting, a nice touch since we were missing our own cat at home. Breakfast was a nice strata, along with juice, coffee, and fresh fruit. We very much enjoyed our stay and will stay again at a future visit in beautiful Whitehall.


    Great Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Really enjoyed my stay at White Swan. Food was delicious; room was well-appointed and super clean; very hospitable innkeeper. All in all, a great value!


    Surprise 50th Birthday

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    Cathy & Ron; My husband Mike wanted to surprise me for my 50th Birthday.And boy did he ever-I've never been to a Bed & Breakfast Inn and let me tell you White Swan Inn was absolutely spectacular. The gorgeous sunset and the walk on the beach. Then the rooms in this fabulous house was absolutely breathe taking. The breakfast was delicious even for a diabetic. The herbal Raspberry tea upstairs for the guests - W O W! My husband did top the surprise 50th birthday party I took him to several years ago. Well, Mike you won - this was fabulous,breathe taking,nothing like I ever experienced before. Thank you - Teresa Mallek


    Anniversary Celebration

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    My husband and I enjoy celebrating our anniversary by spending the weekend at a Bed and Breakfast near Lake Michigan. We enjoyed our stay at the White Swan Inn so much last year, that we were eager to return there this year! The location is great. Walking distance to quaint shops, and access to a wonderful Hart-Montague bike trail (which we did bring our bikes both trips). The rooms are nicely decorated, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed the delicious breakfasts (blue berries - yum!)! Ron and Cathy make you feel welcome the moment you walk in the door. We enjoyed time on their screened in porch either sipping coffee in the morning, or sipping wine in the evening. A big treat for us this year is that they offer a charter cruise out on their boat! The scenery on White Lake was lovely and it was a relaxing way to spend a romantic evening.


    Beautiful place to stay in Whitehall

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    This is a lovely B&B in an 1884 Victorian home. The home is beautiful, the innkeepers are friendly and hospitable. We had reserved the smallest room, but we were the only guests and Cathy upgraded us to the larger front bedroom. We were given a tour of the other rooms and they are all outstanding. Snacks and coffee always available, very comfortable, every amenity we could have wanted.


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