'''Bay Harbor''' is a small community in the Mackinac Area of Northern Michigan.

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Located off US-31 between Petoskey and Charlevoix on five miles of Lake Michigan Shoreline. Approximately 10 minutes from Petoskey and 15 minutes from Charlevoix.

Get around

There are private neighborhoods within the community that are gated, but other areas that are open to the public. Ride your bike here on the Little Traverse Wheelway which is a 23 mile non-motorized path from Charlevoix to Harbor Springs. Make Bay Harbor a stopping point. You can also drive here and park and walk to several of the amenities. Bay Harbor is also the largest per capita user of GEM (Global Electric Motor) vehicles in the world. The 300 GEM cars at Bay Harbor save our atmosphere from an estimated 450 tons of carbon emissions annually.

See

  • '''Village at Bay Harbor''': Escape for a few hours to a contemporary place with an eclectic blend of shops and eateries. A four seasons village with premier annual events throughout the year incuding Ice & Spice Festival, Vintage Car & Boat Festival and Bay Harbor Art Fair.
  • '''Bay Harbor Lake Marina:''' Named as one of the _gTop 10 Ports_h in North America by Motorboating Magazine. Floating docks are designed to accommodate boats ranging in size from 20 to 200 feet in length. Premier events include In Water Boat Show in June and Bay Harbor Fishing Tournament in September.
  • '''Bay Harbor Equestrian Club:''' Everything that a horseman could want: training and boarding, lessons for all ages, exciting shows and clinics with world-renown trainers, a 42,000 square foot stable and indoor arena, an outdoor track and training area and the personal attention that you and your horse deserve all in a breathtaking setting.
  • Do

  • Shop, Eat, Enjoy...Like Nowhere Else in the Village at Bay Harbor. Open 7 days a week.
  • "Go To an Event": Bay Harbor has many premier events that are held throughout the year. Contact Marketing Coordinator, Michelle Culver at 231-439-2000 to hear what is going on in Bay Harbor for 2009!
  • "Rent a Boat" from the Lake Marina from Lake Michigan Yacht Sales. Contact 231-439-2675 for information
  • "Get Married" in several unique and beautiful venues in Bay Harbor. Contact Group Sales Coordinator, Megan Nickerson at 231-439-2000.
  • Enroll in a clinic, or take horse lessons at the Bay Harbor Equestrian Club. Contact Jakki Baltzer at 231-439-7100 for information.
  • The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor. 600 VIllage Harbor Drive. Get away from it all for a few hours. Visit The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor for a relaxing and rejuvenating experience which will enable you to re-gain your focus. This luxurious full service day spa has earned the readers choice award for Best Massage by Spa Finder Magazine. As part of a restful day guests are welcome to enjoy the resort fitness room and cafe. Summer months bring access to the outdoor pool courtyard and hammocks overlooking the beautiful lakeshore. The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor is renowned for its luxurious natural treatments and therapies which will remove the stress from body and soul, leaving only simple relaxation. Please call The Spa at 231.439.4046 for more information or to make a reservation. thumb|Couples massage at The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor
  • Bay Harbor Golf Club. 800 Coastal Ridge Drive. ww.bayharborgolf.com. The Bay Harbor Golf Club is beautifully poised upon the stately bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan and Little Traverse Bay, within the heart of one of the most picturesque locations in the Midwest. A view of Lake Michigan and the eighteenth green of the Bay Harbor Golf Course is framed like a living portrait by birch trees through large windows of the dining room and bar. Bay Harbor Golf Club's sweeping shoreline bluffs, dunes, rugged rock formations and verdant woodlands converge to form three nine-hole courses on the shore of Lake Michigan's Little Traverse Bay. The Links, The Quarry, and The Preserve each possess a distinct character while providing risk/reward challenges suitable for golfers of all abilities. This storied course is a classic must-play for any golf devotee. For tee times, call 800.462.6963. thumb|Bay Harbor Golf Club
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club. 00 Crooked Tree Drive. The Crooked Tree Golf Club is perched on bluffs high above Bay Harbor. The course was sculpted from centuries-old hardwood stands, and these spectacular trees line some of the fairways. Its back nine opens to breathtaking views of Little Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. For tee times, call 800.462.6963.

    Buy

  • '''Gallery On Main:''' A fine art and gift gallery showcasing local and regional artists.
  • '''Bay Harbor Signature Shop:''' Casual apparel featuring the logo and spirit of Bay Harbor with proceeds benefiting the Bay Harbor Foundation
  • '''J. Phillips:''' A women's boutique featuring the latest trends and classic designs. Clothing, jewelry and accessories.
  • '''Lake Michigan Yacht Sales:''' A fully stocked ship's store for all your boating needs, also featuring new boat sales from Riviera Yachts, Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts and Larson Boats.
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  • '''Propellers by Walstrom Marine:''' Famous name nautical fashions and gifts to accent your marine lifestyle.
  • '''Walstrom Marine Yacht Sales:''' Featuring Hattaras, Tiara, Pursuit and Chris Craft Yacht Sales, new and pre-owned.
  • '''Rocking Horse Toy Co.:''' Unique toys and gifts for all ages including kites, games, crafts and collectibles.
  • '''Threads:''' A women's boutique with a fine selection of designer fashions for every occasion!
  • Boyne Country Clothiers. 600 Village Harbor Drive. Within the Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort, you can browse Boyne Country Clothiers for resort wear, jewelry, sandals, and souvenirs.

    Eat

  • '''Original Pancake House:''' Fantasy breakfasts and now serving lunch! Open 7am - 2pm daily.
  • '''Galley Gourmet:''' The very best portable meals with award winning chef culinary treats and a large selection of fine wines.
  • '''KNOT Just A Bar:''' A local watering hole with a casual menu of hamburgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads including lunches and dinners.
  • '''Latitude:''' A dramatic and unique resteraunt with sophisticated dinner entrees that are fun, urban and eclectic.
  • Sagamore's Dining Room. 600 Village Harbor Drive. 31.439.4059. ww.sagamores.com. Within The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort, Sagamore's is an elegantly appointed dining room with a bank of French doors overlooking Little Traverse Bay. Cushy crimson booths, white painted woodwork and historic photos of Victorian cruise ships that sailed local waters to a romantic place and time. Our culinary team creates contemporary gourmet to tempt your palate. Morning breakfast buffets will be a fond memory long after you have gone. thumb|Sagamore's Dining Room
  • The Inn Cafe. 600 Village Harbor Drive. Located in The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort, The Inn Cafe has snacks and a light meals. Panini and deli sandwiches and salads, Strabucks coffee, cappuccino, espresso, and ice cream are available for take-out or dining in.

    Drink

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  • The South American Grille & Wine Bar. 600 Village Harbor Drive. 31.439.4051. Located in The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort, The leather and mahogany South American Grille and Wine Bar, named for the famed Great Lakes cruise ship South American, is the place for a cocktail, a leisurely game of chess, or an intimate conversation.thumb|South American Grille & Wine Bar

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    Sleep

  • '''Bay Harbor Resort & Marina:''' Dedicated to providing you with services and accommodations that are beyond compare. When you come to Bay Harbor, we want your stay at Bay Harbor Resort & Marina, Hotel and Conference Center to be relaxing and exceed every expectation. Standard, Studio, Deluxe, Suites and Penthouses are all available. Call 231-439-2400 for reservations and information.
  • The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort. 600 Village Harbor Drive. 31.439.4000. ww.innatbayharbor.com. Recognized by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of The World's Best Hotels, The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort rekindles the romance and style of the great turn-of-the-century Northern Michigan lakeside inns. The Inn at Bay Harbor enchants guests with spectacular Lake Michigan views, a gracious ambience and Savvy Service. 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites, designed with cottage-style elegance is ideal for a romantic retreat, girlfriends getaway or relaxing sanctuary from the everyday. Guests can choose to dine on classic cuisine in our lakeside Sagamore's Dining Room. The resort features 45 holes of championship Michigan golf, The Spa at the Inn at Bay Harbor, a private Lake Michigan waterfront and an outdoor swimming pool for summer use. Serene surroundings, complemented by functional meeting facilities and innovative catering, make northern Michigan's premier lakeside resort an ideal destination for group events and social celebrations. The Lifestyle of Yesterday. The Luxury of Today. For reservations: www.renaissancehotels.com/PLNBR or 800.462.6963. thumb|The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort

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  • Lakeside Cottages. 600 Village Harbor Drive. 31.439.4000. ww.boyne.com. The charming Lakeside Cottages are located on the shore of Lake Michigan adjacent to The Inn at Bay Harbor are a great place to for your Michigan vacation getaway. Their clean but imposing cottage lines are a visual complement to The Inn's stately facade. Brick walkways connect this cottage community to The Inn, Little Traverse Bay waterfront and to the Marina District in the village of Bay Harbor. For reservations: www.boyne.com or 800.462.6963.thumb|Lakeside Cottages
  • Cottages at Crooked Tree. 00 Crooked Tree Drive. 31.439.4000. ww.boyne.com. The Cottages at Crooked Tree are perched atop a bluff overlooking million dollar Lake Michigan sunsets. Charming three-bedroom cottages featuring classic northern Michigan architecture provide over 1600 square feet of space and spectacular views overlooking Lake Michigan and the Crooked Tree Golf Club. For reservations: www.boyne.com or 800.462.6963.thumb|Cottages at Crooked Tree

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