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A Night To Remember Bed & Breakfast - Lexington, Michigan

Located on the southern thoroughfare to town, this stately Victorian with its eye-catching surrounding landscaping attracts the attention of residents and visitors alike. Featuring a pond and landscape accents, the sculpted 1.375 acre yard beckons to B&B guests and customers alike to roam about after shopping or while savoring an ice cream cone.  Part of a four building complex with three operating businesses, the home contains a four (4) Guest Room B&B and a portion of the retail business.  Another retail building (former garage) is located at the back of the parking lot, adjacent to the main building. While guests enter through the front door, retail customers find the B&B’s retail shop via the side entrance off the parking lot.  Also on the first floor are two guest rooms - one with a huge stone fireplace and the other with its own deck.  As with all the guest rooms, each has its own unique theme and bathroom. A guest commons area for relaxing and dining completes the final portion of the main floor of the B&B.  This latter area features an all-new “shabby chic” décor, a graceful chandelier, fireplace and high, glass windows of the Victorian’s original late 1800's creation.  From the entryway a graceful, curved wooden banister / staircase leads to the second floor hallway and two more guest rooms, one at the front of the B&B, and the other at the rear.  Owners Quarters (OQ) are also located on this second level, with a large master bedroom with private bathroom (the fifth BR/bath combination of the home), plus a kitchen and laundry area that the current owners make available to guests.  While listed square footage of the home is about 3850, this does not include the unfinished third level.  Here a large area provides options for another Guest Room (loft suite), an expanded OQ (which also frees up the OQ-BR for another GR on the second floor), another guest commons area, storage or … use imagination!
This B&B and the business reside on a 5/8 acre parcel of land, which includes a vacant corner lot, and are available for $339,000.  The adjacent ¾ acre parcel of land is also available as an add-on to the B&B, and includes two additional buildings – one being an ice cream shop business, the other a multi-purpose back barn – making a total package of 1.375 acres and three businesses for $539,000.  
This Victorian and land are being sold without furnishings or business inventory at $339,000

• Bedrooms with private bath -  5 (4-GRs and 1-OQ)
• Square Feet  -  3850
• Percent furnished -  ~10%
• Historic - Yes
• Acreage - 5/8 acres
• Owner Financing  -  Yes
  Terms will depend on purchaser’s qualifications

Candlewyck House B&B - Pentwater, Michigan

This absolutely wonderful historic Bed and Breakfast in the quaint Villiage of Pentwater is located just blocks from Lake Michigan. This B&B has been successfully owned and operated by the same family for 20 years.This B&B is complete with 4 fireplaces, 6 Bedrooms all with private baths. Innkeepers private quarters with fireplace also on premises.Price is 539,000 Land Contract prefered also sold furnished. For more info call Robert Williams, 231-869-7500 or 231-690-7038. Lighthouse Realty. 10024574

Chestnut House Bed & Breakfast - St. Joseph, Michigan

This beautifully-restored Arts & Crafts home is currently operating as a very successful Bed & Breakfast. With wonderful views of Lake Michigan, its location is a delight. This is a one-of-a-kind property in the city of St. Joe. Every room has been meticulously updated in the past 1 - 3 years, restoring this home to its original-style woodwork, windows, floors, fireplaces and custom stained glass. 5 bedrooms above grade, 6-1/2 baths. Basement is newly remodeled with eco-friendly cork floors, 2 bedrooms, loft-style office with exposed brick and new wood trip, sitting room, bath, laundry and generous storage. The grounds are gorgeous as well, with in-ground swimming pool and lovely landscaping. Continue to operate as a Bed & Breakfast or use as a full-time residence and for entertaining friends and family. Either way, this home is a true and rare find. Click here to enjoy a virtual tour.

DeLano Mansion Inn B&B - Allegan, Michigan

The DeLano Mansion Inn- Situated in the quaint town of Allegan, Michigan, is this historic, 4,000+ sq. ft., 6 guestroom, 1863 Italianate Renaissance inn. Allegan is only 20 miles to Lake Michigan beaches and the popular resort town & B&B Capital of the Midwest, Saugatuck. Two downhill ski slopes are only 10 miles away. Being centered in the triangle of Grand Rapids, Holland and Kalamazoo, the inn caters to romantic getaway couples, business travelers & tourists. It is located in a residential area in Allegan, just a few blocks from the historically restored riverfront with downtown dining and shopping.

Each of the 6 large, elegantly decorated guestrooms features period décor and furnishings. All guestrooms have an attached private bath and offer supplementary touches such as TV, DVD/CD player, wireless internet, A/C, plush Egyptian cotton bath towels, and extra blankets/pillows. Four of the rooms are luxury whirlpool suites; three of these suites also have a fireplace. Of the remaining two rooms, one has a fireplace as well. Each guestroom is richly decorated, including Bradbury & Bradbury wallpapers, many antiques, and lush decorating.

 This mansion inn features many fine appointments such as hardwood floors, marble fireplaces, tiled bathrooms with solid brass fixtures, ten chandeliers, an open curved stairway, a wrap around porch, a 3/4 attic including a cupola, and a full basement. The first floor ceilings are 12 feet, and the second floor ceilings are 10’6”, with floor to ceiling window through-out most of the inn. The DeLano Mansion Inn is situated on a large double lot with extensive gardens. It has an underground sprinkling system and is surrounded by the original ornate 330’ of 1800’s black puddle-poured iron fence.

The DeLano Inn also features a 3200+ sq. ft. carriage house, of which 1700 sq ft was converted to a spacious 2 bedroom innkeeper’s loft in 2004. The great room includes a large gas fireplace, soaring cathedral ceilings, and beautiful new kitchen with custom cabinets, Jenn-Air stove/oven, and granite tiled countertops. The bath features a large, 72-inch long soaker tub. The master bedroom includes double closets. The innkeeper’s quarters also includes additional storage under the stairs, and a utility room complete with washer & dryer. In addition, the ground floor still includes plenty of storage space.

Reopened in 2000, The DeLano Mansion Inn enjoys a large percentage of repeat visitors and steadily growing revenues each year! Scott & Karen Ehrich, the DeLano Mansion Inn owners, are planning on a new venture and are seeking new stewards for this fully restored inn. Its proximity to Chicago and Detroit (less than three hours from each) provides a year-round draw for this wonderful inn. The $599K list price includes a turn-key business with an excellent track record and many antique furnishings! #SW117 

Hexagon House B&B - Pentwater, Michigan

Historic Landmark - Grand Ledge, Michigan

This Historic Landmark could be that perfect opportunity to own and operate you own "Bed and Breakfast." Located Downtown Grand Ledge, Michigan, it is within 2 hours' driving time of more than 5.75 million people -- a huge potential market.  Walk to the park, shops, restaurants, or take in a movie!  This home, once lived in by Governor Fitzgerald and presently owned by his family, is Romanesque in architecture.  Beautiful mahogany, oak and walnut throughout, this is a must see to appreciate.  3 Floors, 5 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, two staircases, formal dining and sitting rooms on three city lots!  Large garage with room above waiting to be converted to more guest lodging or innkeepers' quarters!  Grand front porch and private brick patio in the backyard.  A wonderful business opportuniy to call your own!

Hotel Montcalm Bed & Breakfast - Stanton, Michigan

Huron House B&B - Oscoda, Michigan

Located on U.S. 23, Oscoda is located about half way between Detroit and Mackinac Island. Huron House is an award winning luxury, 14 guestroom bed and breakfast inn for a couples getaway retreat, nestled on a beautiful 150' stretch of sandy Lake Huron beach. These elegantly appointed 400+ sq. ft. plus guestrooms feature panoramic views of Lake Huron, king size feather beds, two person Jacuzzi tubs, two person private outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, refrigerator, TV, DVD, and CD Player. The keepers' qtrs are 400'+ lakeview, 1 BR apt. which is attached to the office & the kitchen. Rental rates range from $165 - $205. Built in 1994 with the final addition completed in 2001. They have diligently updated the building throughout the years. With a minimum of a $225K down, the Lorenzs are offering a 7.5%, $400K second mortgage with a 5 year balloon. Offered at $2.2 Million. #NE46
Please visit www.huronhouse.com

Kingsley House Bed and Breakfast Inn - Fennville, Michigan

BEST OF BEDANDBREAKFAST.COM 2008-2009 AWARD WINNERS: The Kingsley House Bed and Breakfast Inn of Fennville, Michigan (Saugatuck area), was selected as one of the Top 12 Inns Worldwide in the annual Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards, 2008-2009. BedandBreakfast.com, the leading online bed and breakfast directory and reservation network worldwide, lists nearly 7,000 B&Bs and inns around the globe.

Exquisite grand Queen Anne Victorian in the heart of Southwest Michigan resort areas featuring eight guest quarters, including four whirlpool suites, ten fireplaces, ten bathrooms, impeccable decor and landscaped grounds with a recently renovated large private Innkeeper's quarters.

One of Michigan's most recognized and successful Inns with an ideal location, next to Fenn Valley Winery, Cranes Apple Orchards and Allegan State Forest. The Inn is within 15 minutes of the resort towns of Saugatuck, Holland, South Haven and Lake Michigan's shoreline.

All of the eight guest rooms and suites have private baths (five with whirlpool tubs) and fireplaces in exquisitely decorated decor. Guests dine on the large wrap-around porch in the summertime or in the grand parlor in the winter. Numerous packages including romantic getaways, weddings, murder mysteries and wine lover's weekends have kept guests coming back year-round to the Inn.

The business boasts an unparalleled combination of impressive website and internet presence that is difficult to match. Extensive marketing penetration has kept the website at the top of the internet listings for years. Online guest reviews speak for themselves as the Inn has a lot of repeat and referral business.

The innkeeper's quarters have recently been renovated to include over 1,200’ of private first floor luxury living including a private patio, gas log fireplace with exposed brick wall and wood beam ceilings, Jacuzzi bath and huge walk-in closet. Separate den/office adjacent to completely updated kitchen with all new appliances. Recently remodeled large second-floor laundry facility is convenient to guest's quarters. For more keeper quarter's pictures, visit: http://www.kingsleyhouse.com/for_sale.php

The grounds are immaculate with numerous trees, bushes and perennials and a spacious three-stall garage plus parking lot for nine vehicles.

With a minimum of $145K down payment, the owner is offering to qualified buyers, at 8%, $125K interest-only second martgage with a 5-year balloon.

List price of $899K includes all furnishings (except for some personal items), appliances, linens, china, etc. This list price is with the seller financing listed above; cash price without seller financing is $799K. This is a turnkey operation in a grand inn that any innkeeper would be extremely proud to own. #SW42

Linda's Lighthouse Inn - Algonac, Michigan

It's difficult to beat mother nature! 60 feet of frontage on the turquoise waters of the North Channel of the St. Clair River. AAA approved Linda' B & B is a restored country home with 4 bedrooms which have private baths (some Jacuzzi's). Inn situated across from a uninhabited island, Dickenson Island. 300 Ft of private dock with boat dockage for 4 boats. Established business for 12 years. Seewww.lindasbnb.com. Turnkey operation, commercial property, many decks. Be your own boss.

Park House Inn - Saugatuck, Michigan

Park House Inn B&B 10 GRs – 1 OQ BR Kim A. Wahtera

Saugatuck $1,375,000.00 (734) 757-8156

SW Region Owner Financing Available (734) 612-7866 Cell

kimwahtera@kw.com

Peaceful, historic, 9-room Inn with optional cottage is available in Western Michigan beach locale frequented by Chicago-area residents and Michiganders alike.

Once the family home of an area magnate, this Inn was originally built in 1857, with the surrounding area developed in park-like fashion. It was modified in 1987 to re-purpose the structure to that of an active Inn, and to expand it to its current 4500 square feet, while still maintaining its unique and authentic look, and retaining its 1984 historic property designation. While most of the gardens are long gone, sold as adjacent lots, this quiet Inn still has a screened back porch that looks out over a 25 year perennial garden – extending the tranquility of the Inn’s inside to the outside. This Inn also offers parking for each of its guests, a nicety not readily available in a town that teems with visitors, especially during the summer tourist season, or when a special event – like the town hosting its annual film festival – is in progress.

Upon entering the Inn, one is immediately drawn to the original Heart Pine flooring and the comfortable feel of the period furnishings. A dining room with its associated Guest Refreshment Area is directly ahead of the entrance area, with stairs to the second level on the left and a parlor off to the right. Screened porch access is via the parlor. Information on the Inn, local area, things-to-do and local items for sale are also conveniently located in the entrance room. Owners’ Quarters (OQ) are located in the expanded portion of the first level, with the kitchen situated between the dining room and OQ. These quarters are comprised of a bedroom, living /dining room combination, wood burning fireplace and a private bath with shower stall. Behind the Inn there is a private, fenced rear yard with patio area, currently reserved for the owner.

Two Guest Rooms are on the first level, one named for a daughter of the original owner (with private hot tub on an adjacent porch) and the other in honor of Susan B. Anthony, who both visited and stayed at the home (also with private hot tub/porch). This latter room is accessible to those with physical limitations, thus making this Inn the only B&B in town which provides an ADA guest accommodation.

With its 4500 square feet on three levels, the entire second level is devoted to Guest accommodations that are roomy, and, like every other Inn room, include an ensuite bathroom. Additionally, all rooms have a fireplace (gas or electric), while two have jetted tubs. All of the guest rooms – and the public areas – have been redecorated in the past six (6) years.

On the third level is a full suite, comprised of a living area with fireplace, two bedrooms and a full bathroom. This provides an ideal set-up for couples or families who are traveling together and families with children. This cozy area is secluded and away from the “traffic” of other guest areas.

An optional cottage is being leased by the current owners, and this lease may also be transferred to new ownership. This cottage is located behind the fenced-in Owner’s Area to the rear/side of the Inn, and provides an ideal area to put families with small or active children, those with difficulty climbing stairs, guests with a dog or those whose simply wish to be apart from the other guests. This cottage has its own bedroom, a living area with sofa bed, kitchen and outside hot tub.

Owners Quarters & kitchen photos will be available in the future, so be sure to ask about them, even if they are not posted on the website. Future owners will be pleased to know that regular, on-going maintenance is scheduled & conducted, keeping the Inn in tip-top shape. Some of the maintenance worth noting includes:

• Central air-conditioning units installed (3) – pre-2005

• New high-efficiency gas furnaces (3) – 2005

• New water heater - 2005

• A tear-off and roof replacement with new vent stacks and flashings – 2006 (transferable warranty)

• Roof materials on covered porches replaced – 2007

• New window air-conditioning units (5) – 2008

• Kitchen redesigned and remodeled – 2008

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  • Granite countertops

  • Stainless steel sinks and backsplashes

  • Hardwood floors

  • Upgraded cabinetry

• New professional-grade appliances installed – 2008

  • Fisher-Playkel dishwasher drawers (2)

  • KitchenAid double convection gas ovens

  • Thermador-6 burner top gas stove

  • Amana Upright refrigerators (2) with bottom freezers

  • Amana upright freezer

• Owners Quarters’ renovation – 2010

• Outside Painting – occurs yearly, with one side per year painted

Currently operated year-around, this area and the Inn provide the opportunity to either remain open all year, or work to generate a prime season revenue that will sustain owners and enable the closing of the Inn during the winter season. It should also be noted that property values are extremely high in this area, with an adjacent ranch-style home for sale with an asking price of $2 million (frontage on the river).

This Michigan historic Inn is offered for sale as a turn-key operation at $1,375,000.

Guest rooms 9 with private bath; 10 with optional leased cottage

Built in 1857

Open since 1983

Square Footage 4500 (approximately 5000 with the cottage)

Restaurant No

Historic Yes – Designated (US & Michigan)

Owner Financing Yes (based upon prospect qualifications)

Raymond House Inn - Port Sanilac, Michigan

Victorian Style Bed & Breakfast in the Lakefront Village of Port Sanilac. Almost entirely furnished and ready to operate. This B & B is in fine condition and has ample quarters for the Innkeeper to live on site. Attached Art Gallery would be suitable for any number of business ventures. Located right in the heart of downtown. Just a short walk to Lake Huron, the Port Sanilac Marina and public beach access. Only 2 1/2 miles to Huron Shores Golf Club. Several fine restaurants, Sanilac Historical Museum and the Barn Theater are also nearby.  Offered By Town & Country Realty llc.

Snyder's Shoreline Inn - Ludington, Michigan

Snyder's Shoreline Inn- Ludington, overlooks Lake Michigan at the west end of Ludington Avenue. Panoramic views of Ludington's deepwater harbor and a historic lighthouse are shared by all lakefront rooms at the Inn. Across from Snyder’s, at Stearns Park, is a half mile of white sand beach with shuffleboard courts, mini-golf, concession stands and a picnic area. The Inn is just a few short blocks from the downtown business district, with easy access to shopping, dining and the cross-lake car & passenger ferry service. This lakefront community has a rich bounty of antique shops, craft stores, gift shops, art galleries and local confectioners.

Originally built during the 1950’s, the current owners have been continually & tastefully updating the inn since they purchased it in 1986. They have put on two major additions, one in 1990 and one in 1994. The two story main building contains the office, breakfast room and a 2 bedroom keepers’ penthouse and 30 guestrooms. The two story, South Wing building, has 14 guestrooms. All but 9 of the 44 guestrooms provide a lake view. This 20,000+ sq. ft. inn is situated on a nicely landscaped, 1 acre parcel which also features a pool, spa & a large paved, parking area.

Guestrooms are individually decorated and have a phone, guest controlled heat & air, private bath, wireless internet access and cable television. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided in the breakfast room. Seven of the guestrooms have a two-person whirlpool tub. Many of the guestrooms offer a wet bar, refrigerator, microwave, VCR, king bed, handmade furniture, a sitting area and a jetted bathtub. Nightly rental rates vary by season and range from $69 to $299. The second floor keeper’s elegant penthouse suite has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large great room, and an enclosed 3 season room and large deck with spectacular sunset views of Lake Michigan. Tom & Sharon Snyder, owners’ of Snyder's Shoreline Inn, eagerly await new stewards for their dream inn that they bought in 1986.

They have diligently updated the buildings throughout the years. With a minimum of a $250,000 down payment, the Snyders are offering a qualified buyer a 7%, $700K interest-only second mortgage with a 5 year balloon. Offered at $2.7 Million.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to invest in a very desirable Lake Michigan waterfront location while only having to be open from Mid-May until Mid-October!   # NW111.

Stafford House Bed & Breakfast - Port Hope, Michigan

Peace and rest await your stay in our 1886 Country Victorian home featuring original woodwork, marble fireplace, queen beds. Delight in our full breakfast. Wireless internet available. Bicycles, snowshoes, historic walking tours, lighthouses, plus many summer and winter activities. One-third mile from Lake Huron. Six miles from Harbor Beach. A/C, CATV.

Twin Oaks Inn - Saugatuck, Michigan

Saugatuck, the Midwest's B&B capital, is a popular year-round destination that offers quaint shops, sandy beaches, boat excursions, charter fishing and canoeing. Horseback riding, hiking and cross-country ski trails, dune schooners, excellent golf courses, tennis cours and many fine restaurants abound.

What was, at the turn-of-the-century, a lumbermen's boarding house, is now an elegant and charming bed and breakfast. Twin Oaks Inn is nestled at the foot of Hoffman Street hill on a quiet street in downtown Saugatuck with easy access to shopping, restaurants, art galleries, antiques and all area activities. 

This 3,300+ sq.ft. Folk Vistorian Inn has six guestrooms which combine the warmth and charm of antiques with modern amenities. Five of the guestrooms have queen-sized beds, private bath, air conditioning and cable TV/VCR. Additionally, the sixth guestroom has a king-sized bed and whirlpool. Rental rates range from $120 to $160. Twin Oaks provides free wireless internet access, bicycles and a 700+ movie library. In collaboration with three other local inns, Twin Oaks offers up to nine special event, low season weekends under the auspices of the Grand Escape Inns of Saugatuck. Events include murder mysteries, progressive dinners and a sweetheart sampler and culinary tour.

A family-style table in the dining room beckons guests to mingle while enjoying a full breakfast, highlighted with homemade baked goods. Guest enjoy evening refreshments in the comfortable common room, where a fireplace radiates warmth during the low season. Guests can also lounge on a screened porch or enjoy a glass of wine in an outdoor hot tub. These activities and amenities, along with history and hospitality, guarantee a memorable stay. 

The 575 sq. ft. recently updated, one-bedroom keepers apartment is at the rear area of the first floor. Overlooking a woods, it connects to both the entry common area and dining area.

The Twin Oaks Inn owner, Willa Lemken, eagerly awaits new stewards for her dream B&B she has owned since 1999. She is offering a $100K second mortgage, 7% interest only with a five-year balloon, to qualified buyers with a minimum $100K down payment. This quaint Saugatuck B&B is offered at 650K, which includes most of the tasteful furnishings. #SW75 

Wind in the Pines - Traverse City, Michigan

This successful and functioning B&B is located in the gorgeous section of NW Michigan, that is home to the very popular Traverse City/Leelanau County areas.  High quality and like brand new, this custom log home was designed and built in 2005 as a Bed and Breakfast.  It has one of the nicest main floor owner's quarters you will find.

Approximately 2500+ sq ft on main floor includes a very nice master suite w/ private bath and his/her walk-in closets; huge quality kitchen with large island, walk-in pantry; unique octagonal family room with stone gas fireplace, 1/2 bath; and large laundry/mud room walking out to 2-car attached log garage.  All of the owner's quarters overlook a beautiful cascading stone waterfall and pond with private patio area.  B&B has one main floor guest suite (with full private bath), providing main floor access to the spacious guest living/dining area with gas fireplace and coffee/wet bar.

Full daylight walk-out lower level (with private entrance and parking for guests) offers two spacious guest suites each with full private bath.  All guests enjoy the brick patio, pergola, gazebo and landscaped walking/sitting areas.  The heavily wooded 6.25 acres offers peace and quiet - and an abundance of wildlife to enjoy.

The owner's side of the lower level offers a 16'x14' craft/sewing room and a 25'x21'workshop.  The workshop could be converted into a 4th guest suite, should the new innkeepers desire.

The current owner's ensured that every detail of construction (as well as the $100,000 of landscaping) was researched and studied for the best use of space, materials, location, layout and workmanship when this B&B was designed and built. From the Ripplecraft milled log construction that requires no chinking or bolt tightening and creates a highly energy-efficient home, to the Kolbe/Kolbe windows, quartz kitchen counter tops, 4-zone hi-efficiency furnace, hickory floors, automatic whole-house generator system, two laundry facilities (one on each floor, plus TONS of built-in storage space AND SO MUCH MORE!!

Visit this website to see this inn for yourself. 

This beautiful B&B is located only five miles from downtown Traverse City and is approximately 15 - 20 minutes to the quaint Suttons Bay and Glen Arbor areas. Situated at the base of the Leelanau Peninsula, it has an ideal location for guests to experience all that the Traverse City area and surrounds have to offer. This would also make a phenomenal private residence, but the owner's desire is to sell it as a turnkey B&B.