We love being historic! The Wickwood Inn is one of the many historic hotels in downtown Saugatuck. The village of Saugatuck is moving forward with vision and ingenuity. At the same time … we know, appreciate, and preserve our history and our historic hotels. “We are not makers of history. We […]
“Never hurry. Take plenty of exercise. Always be cheerful. Take all the sleep you need. You may expect to be well.” ~ James Freeman Clarke James, we like this philosophy. At Wickwood Inn in Saugatuck, Michigan, following these guidelines is easy. Even better, Saugatuck offers a number of fitness options and activities to help […]
“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” ~ J.R.R. Tolkien Ever since we’ve owned Wickwood, and because of my background and love of food, sharing and enjoying good food with guests is an integral part of all we do. It’s what The New […]
“Those dunes are to the Midwest what the Grand Canyon is to Arizona, and Yosemite to California. They contribute a signature of time and eternity. Once lost, the loss would be irrevocable.” ~ Carl Sandburg Carl Sandburg is correct. Saugatuck’s beauty is breathtaking and pristine. Simply taking a stroll down one of our award […]
Sailing Is The Best Way To See Lake Michigan! Go Sailing For The Perfect Water Experience In Saugatuck, Michigan During Your Wickwood Stay Sailing, in our opinion, the best way to see and experience the waters around Saugatuck. We love to swim, kayak, canoe, and paddle board. We also enjoy every size […]
75 Fun Summer Things To Do In Saugatuck Summer in Saugatuck … three simple words that convey the perfect combination of outdoor adventure, astonishing natural beauty, complete relaxation and ever-present celebration. It’s the ultimate time and place to get away from it all. Simply call or reserve online. A summer getaway to Wickwood Inn in Saugatuck, Michigan […]
We’re going to let you in on a well-kept secret … West Michigan, specifically Allegan County, is one of the most diverse — and most delicious — regions in the entire country! It’s a fact, and Summer is an ideal time to experience Saugatuck food, wine and all this area has to offer. When you reserve a room at Wickwood […]
The summer season continues to sizzle in Saugatuck! One of the most common refrains we hear at Wickwood Inn is, “We wish we could stay longer! There’s so much we still want to do!” We get it. The beaches, shopping, restaurants, concerts, theater, art galleries, dunes, farmers’ markets, vineyards, museums … this little town knows […]
In Saugatuck, celebrating Halloween means a lot more than sitting by the front door and handing out candy to children in costumes. Of course, we love doing that. However, in Saugatuck … we take Halloween to the next level! If you’ve never experienced Saugatuck’s love for all things Halloween, get your costume ready and reserve […]
Sometimes, traveling solo is EXACTLY what one needs! Time to simply reset, recharge, and return to daily life a revitalized and renewed human being. Of course we LOVE our families, our spouses, our partners, and our friends, but … stepping aside for a few days is a lovely indulgence. Traveling solo is less stressful and […]
The Saugatuck Fall Gallery Stroll Continues Just Across The Bridge The Annual Fall Gallery Stroll in Douglas is the other half of our exciting fall art event. Across the Kalamazoo in the neighboring towns of Douglas and beyond, galleries open their doors. We feature J. Petters Galleries, Waterstreet Gallery, and Button Gallery. But, all the […]
Nearby Grand Haven Makes For A Great Day Trip From Wickwood Inn Grand Haven, MI is a fantastic place to visit for a day when you stay in Saugatuck. Sometimes, when guests reserve a 2-3 day getaway to Wickwood Inn … they may never leave the inn. After all, taking time to truly slow […]