Lyn’s guidebook
Wedding Venues
The Blue Dress Barn is “the largest and most comfortable wedding barn in Michigan,” is located just one mile west of La Petit Maison, on Territorial Rd.
The Blue Dress Barn
3893 Territorial RdThe Blue Dress Barn is “the largest and most comfortable wedding barn in Michigan,” is located just one mile west of La Petit Maison, on Territorial Rd.
Sundance Studios
4817 Territorial RdA unique wedding venue that is an easy two-block walk east on Territorial Rd.
MillCreek Wilde is a 10 minute country drive away. Take Territorial east (4.3 miles) to M-140. Turn left to take M-140 (for one mile) north to Dannefel Road. Turn east/right and travel 2 miles to the Millcreek Wilde.
MillCreek Wilde
68770 80th AveMillCreek Wilde is a 10 minute country drive away. Take Territorial east (4.3 miles) to M-140. Turn left to take M-140 (for one mile) north to Dannefel Road. Turn east/right and travel 2 miles to the Millcreek Wilde.
Sunrise Farms Wedding Venue
A new country-setting wedding venue just a short drive away.
Lake Michigan Beaches
Local Lake Michigan beaches within 20 minute drive.
Just south of the mouth of the St. Joseph River and the South Pier. Probably the most popular beach in the area. This is about a 15 minute drive from Millburg. While there, visit the Silver Beach Carousel.
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Silver Beach
Just south of the mouth of the St. Joseph River and the South Pier. Probably the most popular beach in the area. This is about a 15 minute drive from Millburg. While there, visit the Silver Beach Carousel.
Benton Harbor. Nicely renovated beach nestled on the lake edge of the gorgeous Harbor Shores Golf Club.
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Parque Jean Klock
Jean Klock Boulevard Benton Harbor. Nicely renovated beach nestled on the lake edge of the gorgeous Harbor Shores Golf Club.
Just north of the St. Joseph River and the North Pier. Beautiful dunes and beach grass, rolling landscape to a sandy beach. My personal favorite!
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Tiscornia Park
80 Ridgeway StJust north of the St. Joseph River and the North Pier. Beautiful dunes and beach grass, rolling landscape to a sandy beach. My personal favorite!
This is a hidden gem, north of Jean Klock Park. This is a great place for rock hounds and beach glass hunters.
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Rocky Gap County Park
1100 Rocky Gap RdThis is a hidden gem, north of Jean Klock Park. This is a great place for rock hounds and beach glass hunters.
Wineries and Vineyards
Right around the corner on Benton Center Road. My favorite wine here is the Traminette.
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12 Corners Vineyards
1201 N Benton Center RdRight around the corner on Benton Center Road. My favorite wine here is the Traminette.
An easy country drive to Coloma.
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Contessa Wine Cellars Tasting Room
3235 Friday RdAn easy country drive to Coloma.
Karma Vista Vineyards
6991 Ryno RdRyno Road, Coloma
White Pine Winery
317 State StDowntown St. Joseph tasting room.
Lazy Ballerina Winery
321 State StDowntown St. Joseph tasting room.
Food scene
There are SO many great restaurants in the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor/Coloma area. I will list just a few of our casual dining favorites here.
A favorite for many tourists AND locals for their awesome pizza (including gluten free) and great atmosphere. Located in a working Amtrak train depot, just a block from Silver Beach and the Carousel.
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Silver Beach Pizza
410 Vine StA favorite for many tourists AND locals for their awesome pizza (including gluten free) and great atmosphere. Located in a working Amtrak train depot, just a block from Silver Beach and the Carousel.
The Buck Burgers and Brew, downtown St. Joseph. - Upper deck, open air seating available. https://eatatthebuck.com/
412 State St
412 State StreetThe Buck Burgers and Brew, downtown St. Joseph. - Upper deck, open air seating available. https://eatatthebuck.com/
Arts District, Benton Harbor. If you are into healthy eating Mason Jar is for you! Menu is loaded with options for organic preferences, gluten-free, and vegetarian. Naturally delicious foods! Best breakfast!
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The Mason Jar Cafe
210 Water StArts District, Benton Harbor. If you are into healthy eating Mason Jar is for you! Menu is loaded with options for organic preferences, gluten-free, and vegetarian. Naturally delicious foods! Best breakfast!
Good food, great atmosphere! Just a short country drive away.
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The Friendly Tavern
206 N Paw Paw StGood food, great atmosphere! Just a short country drive away.
Great Lake Michigan views from outdoor patio. Nice menu options.
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LakeHouse Restaurant & Bar
3029 Lakeshore Dr Great Lake Michigan views from outdoor patio. Nice menu options.
Chief's Bar
4790 Territorial Rd Small town bar and grill just a walk away in Millburg. Good food. Lunch specials.
Shopping
Walmart Supercenter
1400 Mall DrMeijer
1920 Pipestone RdALDI
1700 Pipestone RdKohl's Benton Harbor
980 E Napier AveMillburg Trading Post
4766 Territorial RdA quick walk from the house. Beer, wine, convenience.