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The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is located on the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula in Northport, Michigan and the light has been guiding ships and sailors since 1852. Here they have a museum with exhibits and the history of the Grand Traverse Light, and guided tours are available for school and adult groups. Grand Traverse Lighthouse is available for special events and provides a unique and beautiful venue for weddings, receptions, celebrations and more. The Lighthouse Gift Shop stocks everything from camping supplies to souvenirs, gifts, clothing, books, children's games and tours and they supply snacks and water, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE

The Northport Creek Golf Course in Northport, Michigan offers an excellent 9 holes over this 35 par course just blocks from the Northport Marina. They use innovative and sustainable technology with solar powered golf carts and course irrigation making them unique and the first solar powered golf course in the country. Enjoy playing on the natural contours of this old farm land, and they have a league to benefit all ages, abilities and gender to establish player handicaps. The Northport Creek Golf Course offers memberships and welcomes all to come enjoy a wonderful game.READ MORE

Big Boat Sailing Captained Charters located in Northport, Michigan welcomes you to come on board and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime sailing a 48-foot world champion ocean racer. The boat is available for lease, or you can enjoy a thrilling charter with amazing speed and agility with your captain at the helm through Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Big Boat Sailing Captained Charters is ideal for friends and family outings, corporate team building and the captain and crew do all the work, you can even get a group of six together, charter the boat and take part in a real sailboat race with captain and crew, come sail in the fastest boat on the bay, it's exhilarating.READ MORE

Hand Rolled Bagels in Northport, Michigan offer fresh and tasty bagels to the people of Leelanau county for an exquisite and quality experience, and they welcome special orders which must be place at least 24 hours in advance allowing the dough chance to rise. The quality bagels are hand rolled, boiled and baked daily for the freshest and most delicious taste you'll be back for time and again. Hand Rolled Bagels come in plain, onion, sesame seed, poppy seed, cinammon raisin, salt, pepper fennel and so much more, come choose your favorites, take a dozen or two home with you and enjoy.READ MORE

The Willowbrook Mill in Northport Bay, Leelanau County, Michigan welcomes you to a very special place in a storybook setting on the Leelanau Peninsula for weddings and special events combining classic and old world English charm. This magical event center comes complete with classic American cottage, a creek with turning wheel, stone fireplaces and plank flooring as well as summer porch, it's all here for an exquisite celebration to cherish forever. The Willowbrook Mill is the epitomy of charm and rustic elegance and the venue can accommodate up to 130 guests with tables, chairs and linens. They are licensed and handicap accessible, it's all here for a magical event in breathtaking surrounds. As the say, start your story at Willowbrook Mill.READ MORE

Whispering Pines in Northport, Michigan is available through Suttons Bay rentals and offers a luxurious cottage in a private and wooded setting surrounded by natural beauty, with the Grand Traverses Bay beach just steps away. The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms with loft that can accommodate up to 6 guests, two bathrooms, a screened in porch, stone fireplace and outdoor hot tub. Whispering Pines is your private oasis in seclusion and pets are welcome, they also have color cable TV and a VCR, and linens are provided for a nominal fee, come enjoy a memorable stay, beach walks, skiing in winter and so much more, it's all here.READ MORE

The Northport Inn is located in Northport, Michigan and is a 9 room boutique hotel with a restaurant, wine tasting room and fitness center, it's simply all here and the bespoke place to stay when in town. Enjoy luxurious sophistication in the beautiful bedrooms and spectacular New American cuisine in the Lelu Cafe with live music Tuesday through Saturday, as well as full bar and local wines, and they are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Northport Inn is the ideal base for favorite activities including biking, boating, sailing and wine tours, lazing away at the beach or exploring all that this wonderful area and surrounds has to offer, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE

Sunrise Landing Motel located near Northport, Michigan right on West Grand Traverse Bay with their own beautiful private and clean sandy beach right on Lake Michigan. All units enjoy breathtaking bay views, some have kitchenettes or full kitchens and whirlpool tubs, satellite TV, private bathrooms and much more. Enjoy a short walk down to the beach, and the perfect location to enjoy swimming or sunbathing at the bay, exploring in town and so much more, after muffins, juice or a fresh cup of coffee in the lobby.READ MORE

The Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery in Northport, Michigan is a Certified Organic Vineyard, orchards and winery, and the only one in the region, and they are now a micro brewery too with craft beers made by guest brewers available. Join them in the warm tasting room for an unforgettable tasting experience of their wines, craft beers or one of the five crafted ciders available, and chat to staff and learn about fascinating Organic Argriculture. The Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery offers wines made from Certified Organic grapes grown without pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers, and they grow Riesling, Chardonnay, Noiret and more with table grapes also grown for consumption, come visit.READ MORE

Motovino Cellars in Northport, Michigan share a passion for motorcycles and wines, so ride on in and taste some with them, they make their wines from one vineyard under lease and another dedicated to their wines with fantastic results. Motovino Cellars offer an excellent selection of wines including choices of whites and reds, pinot noir, riesling, pinot gris and rose and the tables wines are blends. The Motovino Cellars Tasting Room offer specialty foods including ice cream, preserves, imported cheeses, chocolates, gifts, wine glasses and accessories, picnic baskets, moto wear and plenty more, they also serve sandwiches and wine sampling is available, take a case or two home with you, or let them handle the shipping, but do come, it's a wonderful experience.READ MORE

The North End Eatery in Northport, Michigan offers exquisite traditional American cuisine in their restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with outdoor seating and a waiter service. With great food and attentive service, the North End Eatery offers a bright and welcoming interior that is handicap accessible. They offer excellent sandwiches including the highly recommended Messed Up Reuben served with coleslaw, chips and pickles, they also have great pizzas with homemade dough and delicious toppings, soups, bakery goods and more, all available for take out too, come for memorable dining here.READ MORE

Bare Knuckle Farm in Northport, Michigan offers a diverse and delicious array of vegetables and fruit available at farmer's markets. You can even be an investor by investing an amount of your choice with them, and they provide you with delicious produce all season long at their farmers market stands, and they keep a track of your balance and keep topping up. Bare Knuckle Farm also offers dinners which are unique events featuring the best of the farm's crops enjoyed at their setting or your own home, and a sublime menu is highlighted with produce from the farm, and they welcome parties from 2-30 with a farm tour included, come enjoy a superb dining experience with them.READ MORE

Northport Brewing is a taproom and craft brewery in Northport, Michigan on the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula with indoor outdoor taproom that can seat 80 and the patio offers stunning views of Grand Traverse Bay and the Northport Marina. They are committed to providing superb craft beers made from local ingredients including hops, malt, cherries, and maple syrup when available. Northport Brewing is a microbrewery and the first in Northport, and they have a bar, stone fireplace and backyard garden with creek views, as well as a basic brew house with refrigeration and storage facilities, come for a wonderful craft beer experience, here their passion is endless.READ MORE

Campbell's Leelanau Beachfront Rentals in Northport, Michigan offers a stunning beachfront cottage right on Lake Michigan in beautiful Leelanau County. The cottage rental is well equipped and located right on Good Harbor Bay, has 4 twin beds in two bedrooms. There's also a living room, dining room, and kitchen, and they have cable TV, WIFI, a washer dryer, central heating, a fireplace, telephone and so much more. The cottage at Campbell's Leelanau Beachfront Rentals also has a front deck with breathtaking views and sunsets as well as beach and swimming area, come for a fabulous stay.READ MORE

Black Sheep Crossing Animal Sanctuary in Northport, Michigan is a no-kill farm animal sanctuary and share a passion for caring for all animals, sizes and species that have been abandoned or abused. Here they receive food, shelter, medical care and love and there are 100 acres with six fenced pastures for the larger animals, and the pigs, dogs and cats roam in a four acre fenced yard, they also have barns, an aviary and shelters. Black Sheep Crossing Animal Sanctuary offers a happy place for animals to live out their lives in dignity, and visitors can enjoy guided tours and hands on interaction with the animals, and they welcome donations, make a difference in someone's life by donating today.READ MORE

The Homewood Cottage Association in Northport, Michigan offers clean and cozy cottages in a wooded setting just a short walk from town. Choices range from one and two bedroom cottages with queen size beds, some with fireplaces and patios, and they include fully furnished kitchens, bathrooms with showers, picnic tables and gas grills, color TV"s with cable and more. The Homewood Cottage Association offer furnished cottages are there are common areas with horseshoes, a large campfire pit and picnic tables, they are ideal for family reunions and group gatherings, come for a wonderful stay and a truly relaxing experience near the beach and shoreline.READ MORE

The Pennington Collection is a stunning gift shop and fun store behind the pink bench in Northport, Michigan with unique items that will either have you smiling or bringing back wonderful memories. You will be surrounded by brightly colored merchandise from the minute you enter, even childhood candy on the counter, and here there are gifts for cottages and boaters, souvenirs and so much more. The Pennington Collection stocks gift books, kids toys, accessories and greeting cards, The Thymes bath products, Northport Tees, jewelery and more, it's a must visit.READ MORE

The Old Mill Pond Inn Bed and Breakfast in Northport, Michigan offers wonderful lodgings in this circa 1895 cottage filled with an eclectic collection of antiques and art, screen porch with pond views and full breakfast served in the mornings. The beautiful gardens provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable summer wedding, and this is the perfect base for walks to the beach, riding bikes, hiking trails and visiting one of the local wineries. The Old Mill Pond Inn Bed and Breakfast is close to delightful shops and boutiques, wonderful restaurants, galleries, antiques and more, and is perfect for exploring all that this gorgeous town with New England charm has to offer.READ MORE

Leelanau State Park in Northport, Michigan is located on the tip of the little finger on the beautiful Leelanau Peninsula complete with Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum, a rustic campground, and two mini cabins. Come enjoy 1,300 beautiful acres, hiking and skiing trails, a picnic area and stunning shoreline with Petoskey stones. Leelanau State Park has a playground and beach, there are cross country skiing and hunting opportunities available as well as swimming and more, come enjoy a wonderful day or stay in breathtaking surrounds.READ MORE

The Northport Youth Sailing School in Northport, Michigan welcomes youngsters to come learn the sport of sailing while having fun and making new friends. Here they learn about team work, self reliance, a love of the environment on how to think quickly while tasking. Their fleet consists of a range of Optimist prams, Laser Picos and Lasers as well as an O'Day Daysailor with instructors always close by in Zodiacs and a Boston Whaler. The Northport Youth Sailing School classes go from Little Puffs, through beginner, intermediate, Advanced double-hand, and Advanced single-hand, and they launch their boats from the south beach, bring your child for the fun, the adventure, and the experience of a lifetime.READ MORE

Sunset Lodge Bed and Breakfast in Northport, Michigan offers four gracious bedrooms in the main house with private baths, TV and VCR, full breakfasts and common rooms including the living room, dining room, music room, second floor balcony and wrap around porch. The Dixie LeMieux Cottage has an excellent choice of rooms and wonderful features for a comfortable and relaxing stay with breakfast brought to your door. The Shedd Cottage also has beautiful rooms, great features and a gourmet or Continental breakfast available. Sunset Lodge Bed and Breakfast also has a garden suite and cottage suite with fully equipped kitchenettes which do not include breakfast, come for a wonderful stay with breath taking views of Grand Traverse Bay.READ MORE

The Northport Community Arts Center in Northport, Michigan offers a 434 seat auditorium where inspiring and affordable performances entertain and delight presented by local and regional talent. Enjoy diverse music performances over the season and get involved they need volunteers to help them build sets, sell tickets, run sound and lights as well as solicit donations. The Northport Community Arts Center is committed to Bringing the Arts Home to Leelanau County, come enjoy the spectacular performances and support them.READ MORE