One lodging option, the North Shore Inn Vacation Rentals, can be found and enjoyed in the Traverse City area. However, it is by far one of the best choices with everything that it offers its guests in terms of the outdoor pool, fast internet, and gorgeous private beach. Moreover, it’s in a great position, away from the business of downtown but close enough to see everything.
One of the stars of the attraction while in this area is all Lake Michigan has to offer. For example, visitors can go hiking on the many trails in Traverse City or participate in water activities.
There are trails used for biking if that is something that you enjoy. If you’re worried about getting hungry while seeing the city, don’t be; there are lots of places to pick from.
The North Shore Inn
These Vacation Rentals are a collection of condominiums, and there is a total of 27 condominiums. There are 1 and 2 bedroom options, making this a fantastic alternative for families with children. In addition, it’s good for a group of friends as they could all have their own lodging within the same complex.
The location of the North Shore Inn Vacation Rentals makes it a beachfront option that allows you the chance to take in the beauty offered. You may also enjoy spectacular views from your private balcony or the heated outdoor pool. There is also a world-famous Lake Michigan’s sandy beach to enjoy at the North Shore Inn.
This inn is also smoke-free, offers HBO to all visitors, and each room has a DVD player. There is a full kitchen in each room and a coin-operated laundry area.
Year-Round Activities
This is a quick breakdown of some of the things that you can enjoy doing and visiting during your stay at the inn, but these are by far not the only things. Each of them is unique and you will have a wide range of options for activities.
Skiing
Skiing is one of those activities that is very prominent in this area, and it is often referred to as the style of life for Traverse. The most popular spot for skiing that can be found in Traverse City is Hickory Hills. This place is a favorite because it has 8 different downhill runs that provide 5 rope tows. A smaller ski area than say Boyne Mountain Resort, it offers a great place to learn a fun outdoor sport.
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Sleeping Bread Dues is the best park for people who enjoy hiking in all the areas that it offers to guests. You can go to the Manitou Islands, close to Lake Michigan, or climb a nearby dune.
Summer Activities
There is nothing better than making new memories while enjoying activities during the summer. For example, you might enjoy biking along the beautiful trails that can be found.
There are plenty of chances to play a fun game of golf with the promise of a cool beer to enjoy afterward. The golf courses in and around Grand Traverse County are always cool and comfortable, even during the hot summer months.
Traverse City enjoys long summer days due to its location on the western boundary of the Eastern time zone. For example, the light of midsummer day can last until over 10 p.m.
Beaches are of course one of the most common summer activities, and this area has many of them. Northern Michigan beaches have wonderful sand and freshwater.
All over the bay area, there are picturesque views that offer a beautiful sight on summer days whether they are sunny or cloudy.
Downtown Traverse
The downtown area of Traverse is definitely worth checking out while you are staying at the North Shore Inn. In addition, it’s one of the nicest shopping experiences with 150 different venues to explore.
Downtown Traverse City contains some interesting boutiques that provide a lot of different shopping opportunities. In addition, there are also many restaurants to choose from with a wide range of cuisine options.
If you are into enjoying some great art, then you can easily check out the different galleries. There are multiple galleries to enjoy that will give you plenty of art to view. However, if you prefer something a lot more social, then there are opportunities for that as well.
You can easily pick up a nice cup of coffee or a latte before finding a comfortable place to sit outside. As a result, this allows you the chance to enjoy watching all of the other people who are visiting the area.
Museums
The Traverse area will offer you the chance to enjoy several museums that are rather impressive even for their small size. They are not the only museums to enjoy while you are in the area as there are many.
A lot of the museums in this area feature a lot of history with unique artifacts that were once used in days that are now long gone.
The Dennos Museum features an exceptional collection of Inuit sculptures, paintings, and drawings. These artists have made the biggest and historically complete collections to enjoy.
If you are into music and learning about the history of music, then you will enjoy the Music House Museum in Acme Houses. It has a large collection of mechanical musical instruments that work completely.
The Eyaawing Museum and Cultural Center, located in Peshawbestown, and is just south of Suttons Bay. In addition to learning about the culture and history of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, this is a fun and educational event.
Great Lakes Children’s Museum
This is one of the largest museums children of all ages can enjoy. In addition, this is a great museum for kids of all ages because it teaches them new skills. Moreover, it will help children form a strong foundation of lifelong learning through the form of playful exploration.
Children that are ages 1 to 4 will have the chance to enjoy many different stations that allows them to learn while they are playing. In fact, several of the stations available are skill-building, educational, and entertaining.
Throughout the museum, there are various stations that encourage kids to build things. So, by encouraging them to build things, they are enhancing their fine motor skills while they are learning.
Wood blocks, duplos, soft blocks, Magna Tiles, and stacking robots are some of the materials found at these building stations. In addition, simple materials allow children to play while developing fine motor skills and learning new things.
Did We Say Child Friendly
As for the children aged between 5 and 8, some stations will teach them something different and more complicated to fit their age level. Up Periscope is one of these stations where kids can learn math, history, and language skills.
The high windows in this museum allow you to see the Heritage Harbor in Grand Traverse Bay. This museum has a Museum Lighthouse where you can go inside and climb to the top. As a result, this allows you the chance to see items that are only placed in this area. If you carefully and thoroughly look closely in this area, you might get the privilege of finding a smurf or even 2. Now, that will be an experience you will not forget.
Museums
Several of the museum’s stations are suitable for children aged 1 to 8, and while they are having fun they are also learning. The Life Cycle of a Cherry, for example, is one of the newest displays to visit. This area alone has many different things that you can do alongside your child. For example, you and your child can learn how cherries first came to Michigan. It is rather interesting to learn why they grow so well in the Grand Traverse Bay area.
You can grow your very own orchard in 3 different season options using a unique and fun flip wall matching game. There’s even a station that will allow you to learn if there are any similarities between the human race and trees.
Children will enjoy learning about the various critters that live beneath trees. They learn this while crawling through fun tunnels. The National Cherry Festival Market allows you the chance to try selling cherry-related products.
You get to try and deliver these products to your customers using the Hagerty Hauling Company. By enjoying the company’s truck display that will give you a whole new experience.
Historic Sites
This area has many reminders of the past, such as humble mission churches, lonely lighthouses, and even grand homes. Families who made a fortune shipping timber from the vast forests once lived and still live in these homes.
Dougherty Old Mission House
One of these homes is the Dougherty Old Mission House, which is a historic site built back in 1842. It was the home of Peter Dougherty, the local reverend, and his very fast-growing family. The mission on the other hand was actually established back in 1839.
Doughtery Old Mission house ended up being restored to resemble what it once looked like in the early history of the region.
Visit Historic Grand Traverse Commons
The Grand Traverse Commons building, located on this property, was once known as the Traverse City State Hospital. It’s recommended that you plan a full day to see all of the historic sites in one place. It has many beautiful buildings to enjoy.
There is a fun tour you can take of the tunnels found on the property, which are well known to all the locals. You can even enjoy a nice and relaxing time sitting at one of the many outdoor patios.
Breweries
There are microbreweries, taprooms, and brewpubs that you can enjoy while in the area. You can use them to host a special event or just visit to sample some of the craft beers made.
In the summer and fall seasons, you can tour some of the breweries on a unique guided tour. This gives you the chance to learn the history of them while getting to sample what they offer. The following three tours are the most popular.
- Kayak Brewery Tours
- The Brew Bus
- Traverse City Wine and Beer Tours
These are not the only tour options though for people who want to enjoy breweries. However, these tours allow you the chance to enjoy the sights of the city while enjoying great beer.
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