The Hotel Saugatuck Blog

Imagine stepping into a vibrant canvas of fall colors, where cool lakeside breezes meet the warm hues of autumn leaves. That’s what awaits you in Saugatuck, Michigan. Our peaceful lakeside town is not just picturesque—it’s an adventurer’s dream, especially in the fall. With Lake Michigan as the backdrop, you can stroll along the water’s edge, or take a scenic drive to soak in the stunning autumn foliage. It’s an experience that’s hard to forget, and the best way to truly immerse yourself in it is by exploring Saugatuck’s trails.

If you’re craving an outdoor adventure that combines breathtaking views with exhilarating thrills, a day spent riding the sand dunes near Saugatuck, Michigan is an experience you won’t want to miss. Just a short drive from our Michigan bed and breakfast, the Saugatuck Dune Rides offers an action-packed journey through rolling dunes that soar up to 200 feet high along the picturesque Lake Michigan shoreline line.

In the waning days of the 1800s, Saugatuck, Michigan was swept up in an international fervor celebrating artists of all stripes. That movement seeded Saugatuck as a cultural destination, a place where people from across the Midwest could come and celebrate music, art and nature’s beauty.

That same artistic spirit thrives even today. It is evident in the unique shops, art galleries, and amazing dining options that continue to bring visitors to town each summer. And what better way to enjoy the full artistic Saugatuck experience than dining Al Fresco? In fact, Saugatuck’s outdoor dining scene is as much a part of coming to Michigan’s Art Coast as the harbor, the galleries, and staying at our Saugatuck bed and breakfast.

Artisanal jams, unique artwork and a rainbow of fresh produce await you at the Saugatuck Farmers Market this summer. Our coastal Lake Michigan town is known as an outdoor haven with a charming local downtown, and the farmers market highlights both of these features perfectly. Stay with us at our Michigan bed and breakfast to explore vibrant local cuisine and plentiful shopping opportunities here on the Sunrise Coast of Michigan.

The area surrounding Saugatuck is dotted with remarkable homes and historic sites. History buffs and architecture enthusiasts will find all kinds of landmarks and properties that have been well-preserved while remaining open to the public. Whether you prefer to visit a Cold War-era radio tower or tour a late nineteenth-century home, you’ll find a fascinating architectural treasure just a short drive from our Michigan bed and breakfast.

Live music has been a part of Saugatuck’s cultural scene for generations, dating back to when musical luminaries like Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck, and Dizzy Gillespie played at our downtown jazz festival in the late 1950s. In later years, the Saugatuck Pop Fest brought acts like Bob Seger and Muddy Waters to our town in the 1960s, putting Saugatuck on the map for its lively, open-minded arts and music community. That tradition continues today, with live music filling the calendar throughout the year, especially during the busy summer months.