SYLVAN INN BED & BREAKFAST

Sylvan Inn Bed & Breakfast is a registered County Historical Landmark originally built in 1885. The inn is furnished with antique furniture and features a wrap-around porch and a garden area for guest relaxation. Comfortable common areas include flat-screen TVs, board games, and puzzles.

The inn offers 14 rooms, including family rooms with private bathrooms and some rooms with shared baths. Each room includes air conditioning, a balcony or patio, and access to free WiFi. A variety of room configurations are available, from double rooms to quadruple rooms.

Homemade breakfast options include continental, American, vegetarian, and vegan choices, with fresh pastries, pancakes, and local Michigan specialties. Breakfast can be served in the room, on the porch, or at a communal dining table. Guests also have access to fresh fruit available all day in the common area.

The inn is located within walking distance of Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Lake, and local boutiques and wine tasting rooms. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing are accessible directly from the doorstep. The property also offers bicycle rental and is near the Heritage Trail for biking.

Attentive staff provide personalized service, with flexible check-in and check-out options and effective communication via text. The inn emphasizes community and social interactions among guests, with a communal breakfast table and inviting common areas. Free on-site private parking is available, along with a sun terrace and outdoor furniture.

Location: Walking distance to Sleeping Bear Dunes, shops, and beach

Rooms: 14 rooms, some with private baths and antique furniture

Dining: Homemade breakfast with local Michigan cuisine

Amenities: Wrap-around porch, garden, free parking

Activities: Bicycle rental, hiking, fishing access

Ideal for: Couples and nature enthusiasts