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Lakeside of 3 Beach Drive, Harbor Springs MI

Ceremony

1 Beach Drive, Harbor Springs, MI

Reception

Colonial Inn

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Located just a half mile from the wedding venue on the shore of Little Traverse Bay. We have a room block at the Colonial Inn, please use the link below to book your accommodations for our Whelan/Sears group block! Block is held until August 12th, so aim to book before then. <a href="https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/cMbT6v?allotment_block_code=b049950#checkin=2026-09-11&amp;checkout=2026-09-13" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/cMbT6v?allotment_block_code=b049950#checkin=2026-09-11&amp;checkout=2026-09-13</a>

Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs

The&nbsp;Highlands&nbsp;provides an idyllic setting for the ultimate northern Michigan experience. Located just a 10 minute drive from the venue. We have a room block at The Highlands, please use the link below to book your accommodations for our Whelan/Sears group block! Block is held until August 12th, so aim to book before then. <a href="https://highlandsharborsprings.com/booklodging?Group=14J0IP&amp;checkin=09/11/26&amp;Checkout=09/13/26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://highlandsharborsprings.com/booklodging?Group=14J0IP&amp;checkin=09/11/26&amp;Checkout=09/13/26</a>

The Highlands at Harbor Springs

Transportation will be provided from The Highlands at Harbor Springs. Parking for the wedding and reception will be available behind 1 Beach Dr. in the city lot off Pennsylvania Avenue. Look for the sign.

Other Hotel Options

Located on the bluffs of Harbor Springs, Otis offers an elevated mid-century stay. We do not have a room block at the Otis so please book through the website below.

OTIS Harbor Springs

The Terrace Inn is located 15 minutes from the wedding venue. We do not have a room block at this hotel so please book through the website below. Note the room choices will show on the right side.

Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

Bay View Inn is located in Bay View just outside Petoskey, and a 15-minute drive to the wedding venue. We do not have a hotel block at Bay View Inn so please book through the website below!

Bay View Inn

The Hampton Inn Petosky is a 20 minute drive to the wedding venue. We do not have a hotel block at the Hampton Inn, please book through the website below!

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

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Things To Do:

A little bit of everything that makes northern Michigan special. Pond Hill is a working farm, cidery, and winery rolled into one, with wood-fired pizza, craft beer and cider, live music on weekends.

Pond Hill Farm

The classic Harbor Springs beach experience. Zorn Park sits right on the bay with clear water, a sandy shoreline, and a swimming raft. Walk down to the water, and spend the afternoon watching boats drift in and out of the harbor.

Zorn Park Beach

Every Saturday morning from 9 AM–1 PM on Main Street, the Harbor Springs Farmers Market draws 30+ vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, flowers, jams, honey, cheese, and more.

Farmers Market

There are a number of great public courses close to Harbor Springs, a quick list below:1. Boyne Highlands – The Heather Course Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1968, The Heather is a classic par-72 course with Bent Grass greens and fairways, peppered with nearly a thousand bunkers of which I am familar with many.2. Boyne Highlands – Donald Ross Memorial Course A composite of 18 of Donald Ross's most iconic holes recreated from famous courses across the U.S. — including Pinehurst No. 2 and Seminole — offering a historical journey through golf's golden age, all in one round.3. Harbor Point Golf Club A semi-private facility open for public play after Labor Day, Harbor Point is best known for superb greens, enjoyable routing, and spectacular views of Lake Michigan.4. Dunmaglas Golf Club A standout for its dramatic elevation changes and stunning vistas, with several holes offering panoramic views of Lake Michigan.

Golfing

There are tons of iconic shops in downtown Harbor Springs, but here are a few honorable mentions:Monogram Goods: A beautiful boutique offering clothing and custom gifts — and where Rachel worked for many years growing up. (The couple also has a small registry selection here! Feel free to call the store or see in person.)Tom's Mom's Cookies: Famously delicious homemade cookies. A Harbor staple.Yummies Ice Cream: where the locals go for their ice cream (also where Rachel worked growing up.)

Rachel & Patrick

Rachel & Patrick

Q + A

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What is the weather like?

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Will there be parking by the wedding venue?