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A view of the water surrounding Michigan’s Mackinac Island with Bogan Lane and Pine Cottage B&B in the foreground.

Ask an Innkeeper: An Interview with Mackinac Island’s Pine Cottage B&B

Originally built as a private residence in 1870, Pine Cottage Bed & Breakfast is one of Mackinac Island’s treasured hideaways, quietly tucked along Bogan Lane just a few steps away from Main Street, Lake Huron, nature trails, and downtown shopping, dining, and attractions. At first sight, Pine Cottage invites you in with its wrap-around porch …

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The outdoor garden at Ice House BBQ on Mackinac Island is a beautiful place for lawn games, food and drink.

Ice House BBQ: A Secluded Garden Hideaway on Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is full of extraordinary places, and Ice House BBQ is definitely one of them. At first glance, it may seem like a typical restaurant. But there’s a lot more than meets the eye! For starters, let’s check out the history of Mackinac Island’s Ice House BBQ In the 1800s, ice from the Great …

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A woman wades along the water while walking the rocky beach on Michigan’s Mackinac Island.

Does Mackinac Island have a beach?

You might expect Mackinac Island to be full of beaches since it’s surrounded by water. And, of course, it is – although not the crowded, sandy shores you may be thinking of. The beaches you find on Mackinac Island are a bit rockier. More rugged. More secluded. They’re places with crystal clear water, mesmerizing views …

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A couple watches the sunset on Mackinac Island, enjoying one of the many perks of an overnight stay.

1 Night vs. Multiple Nights on Mackinac Island

Is 1 night enough to see Mackinac Island? Of course! Especially, if that’s the time you have. You can get there as early as possible, keep a steady pace and see most of the highlights, and leave the next day having a great Mackinac Island experience. But more often than not, we hear people saying …

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Colorful flowers line a brick paver pathway in the garden at Mackinac Island’s Hotel Iroquois.

Where to see Gardens & Flowers on Mackinac Island

If you’re wanting to see flowers on Mackinac Island, well you’re in luck! With an abundance of flowers and gardens at lodging properties, private gardens, and growing organically in the State Park, Mackinac Island is a floral destination. Mission Point Resort offers guided garden tours for both resort guests and visitors but if you’re wanting …

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Mackinac Island offers a variety of outdoor dining options with unique settings, from waterfront cafes to garden patios.

Outdoor dining on Mackinac Island: Fresh air is on the menu, too!

Over the past year, many people have rekindled their love for the outdoors. They’ve explored trails, taken the back road, and found themselves outside more than ever. This goes for dining too. Outdoor dining has surged lately as more folks are opting for all things outdoors. On Michigan’s Mackinac Island, restaurants are taking precautions to …

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Birding on Mackinac Island

If you take a moment and stand still on Mackinac Island, you’ll probably hear a variety of sounds. The sound of horses clip-clopping by. The sound of bicycles whizzing past. The sound of a cannon firing from Fort Mackinac. The sound of water lapping up against the rocks. But if you listen closely, really closely, …

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Just as Mackinac Island hosted lawn games such as bocce ball and croquet in the 1800s, you can enjoy the classic games today.

Lawn games on Mackinac Island: How to play bocce ball

Mackinac Island in many ways looks just as it did in the late 1800s. Just as there were no automobiles then, there are no cars on Mackinac Island now. Just as soldiers manned Fort Mackinac then, costumed interpreters manage the historic stronghold now. And just as guests enjoyed leisurely lawn games at Mackinac Island’s Grand …

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Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel is home to the Esther Williams Swimming Pool named after the ‘This Time for Keeps’ movie star.

Smile, you’re on Mackinac Island! Happy 2020 vacation photos

Mackinac Island visitors had a lot to smile about in 2020, despite travel challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the faces sometimes were covered by masks, you can still see the joy in people’s eyes as they experienced the magic of Mackinac Island. Many of us are happy to turn the page on 2020 …

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Sipping coffee on a Mackinac Island porch is a great way to start the day.

A Coffee Fanatic’s Guide to Mackinac Island

You may be out of the office when you’re on Mackinac Island, but that doesn’t mean you want to be out of coffee. Relishing a cup o’ joe is a morning ritual for many of us. From the sound of the pour, to the arresting aroma, to that very first sip: it’s a process that …

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Ask an Innkeeper: An Interview with Mackinac Island’s Pine Cottage B&B

Ice House BBQ: A Secluded Garden Hideaway on Mackinac Island

Does Mackinac Island have a beach?

1 Night vs. Multiple Nights on Mackinac Island

Where to see Gardens & Flowers on Mackinac Island

Outdoor dining on Mackinac Island: Fresh air is on the menu, too!

Birding on Mackinac Island

Lawn games on Mackinac Island: How to play bocce ball

Smile, you’re on Mackinac Island! Happy 2020 vacation photos

A Coffee Fanatic’s Guide to Mackinac Island

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