We can hardly wait for the busier season to hit up here on the Traverse Wine Coast. There are always plenty of things to do in Traverse City, no matter the season, but with warmer weather on the horizon, we’re dreaming of a new season of delicious tastings at all the best Michigan wineries. The best of them all, of course, is Black Star Farms.

Black Star Farms is one of the oldest and most award-winning Michigan wineries. Our flagship location is on the gorgeous Leelanau Peninsula near Suttons Bay, just a short drive north of downtown Traverse City. We also have a tasting room on the Mission Peninsula.

While you’re enjoying a wine tasting with us, we hope you’ll take the time to visit more of the exceptional Michigan wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula. It’s part of the greater Traverse Wine Coast and home to various Michigan wineries specializing in balanced, fruit-forward, and cold-climate-friendly wines.

While in the area, we invite you to join us at our Bed and Breakfast near Traverse City for some rest and relaxation. Our Inn is situated on 160 beautiful, serene acres. There’s plenty of onsite recreation to enjoy here, including hiking, biking, wine tasting, and more. We’ll also help you plan as many adventures as you’d like – including wine tasting at the top Leelanau Peninsula wineries. Book your room at our Bed and Breakfast near Traverse City today! Read more

This year, more than ever, a romantic getaway to our Bed and Breakfast in Traverse City promises a well-deserved respite and a celebration of love. Here, you’ll surround yourself with the tranquil and beautiful winter charm of the Leelanau Peninsula, where you can craft an unforgettable romantic escape perfectly suited to your interests.

Indulge in each other’s company, relish in the simple pleasures of cozying up by the fireplace, enjoy exquisite meals at one of the best Traverse City Restaurants, sip wine at leading Leelanau Peninsula wineries, take leisurely strolls through snow-covered landscapes of our estate, and savor the exquisite ambiance of this unforgettable place.

This winter, a trip to our Bed and Breakfast in Traverse City is the perfect opportunity to escape Michigan’s winter chill. Unlike other properties in the area, Black Star Farms is nestled just outside the city on the picturesque Leelanau Peninsula. Our intimate and rejuvenating retreat is like nothing else and provides the perfect backdrop for romantic escapes. It’s places like ours, after all, that transform the Leelanau Peninsula from a simple wine lover’s paradise to a paradise for all.

This winter, craft the perfect getaway that sparks connection and leads to memorable moments. Book your room at our top-rated Bed and Breakfast in Traverse City today! Read more

It may come as a surprise, but there are plenty of fantastic things to do in Traverse City in the winter. Summer brings us plenty of adventures on the water, and fall brings stunning colors to enjoy everywhere you turn, but winter brings us a quieter season to enjoy many of these same pursuits, not to mention exquisite wine tastings on the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail.

The Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail is home to some of the best Traverse City wineries, including our own Black Star Farms. Summer and fall are plenty delightful, but the inherent stillness of winter on the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail offers much more intimate tasting experiences and more time to savor all the qualities that make us such an exceptional place to visit.

The Leelanau Peninsula is where you’ll find Black Star Farm’s flagship winery location and our Bed and Breakfast, easily ranked as one of the best places to stay in Traverse City. We offer guests an incomparable getaway in the heart of the Traverse Wine Coast.

Whether retreating amid a busy holiday season or treating yourself to a much-needed getaway after the busy rush, there’s no better place to stay in Traverse City. Book your room at our top-rated Bed and Breakfast in Michigan today! Read more

If you’re looking for a fantastic wine-forward getaway this fall, there’s no better place to end up than the delightful Suttons Bay wineries. Suttons Bay is located just north of Traverse City on the stunning Leelanau Peninsula – not just one of the prettiest places to visit in Michigan this fall but also the home to one of the best Traverse City wineries, Black Star Farms.

Of course, while you’re enjoying a tasting or two at Black Star Farms and other Suttons Bay wineries this fall, we hope you take the time to enjoy the explosion of color and other things to do in the Leelanau Peninsula. Visiting this wine and outdoor-loving destination is one of the best things to do in Traverse City.

While you’re enjoying the best of the Leelanau Peninsula and the Suttons Bay wineries you’ll find here, we hope you’ll take a few moments for rest and relaxation at our top-rated Bed and Breakfast on the Leelanau Peninsula. We’re located 12 miles up the Leelanau Peninsula from downtown Traverse City and offer guests an unparalleled escape.

With ten guest rooms, an onsite tasting room for one of the best Suttons Bay Wineries, and an exquisite onsite restaurant, Bistro Polaris, it’s no wonder our Bed and Breakfast on the Leelenau Peninsula is rated as one of the best places to stay in Traverse City. Book your room today! Read more

This fall offers you the perfect opportunity to discover the best wineries in Traverse City. Though you can easily plan a self-guided wine adventure in Traverse City and the surrounding Leelanau Peninsula, there are also a few fantastic Traverse City wine tours worth taking. They will guide you to the best of the best in wineries in Traverse City.

Of course, after you’ve enjoyed your time and learned all about Michigan’s wine industry on these Traverse City wine tours, we encourage you to delve even deeper into Leelanau Peninsula’s wine scene while staying with us at our beautiful Bed and Breakfast in Michigan. Black Star Farms is not only one of the leading wineries in Traverse City, but we’re an exquisite place to get away.

Whether for a romantic weekend away or as a home base for your weekend wine adventures, there’s no place more beautiful in the Traverse City area than our Bed and Breakfast in Michigan. Meander our vineyards, enjoy glorious afternoons on our trails as the season changes from summer to fall, sip and swirl your afternoon away in our tasting room, and enjoy delicious meals at Bistro Polaris.

Our Bed and Breakfast in Michigan is located on the beautiful Leelanau Peninsula, just 12 miles north of downtown Traverse City. Book your room today, and enjoy a fall getaway like no other! Read more

Summer adventures are just around the corner. If you’re ready to make unforgettable memories and have plenty of fun adventures, then it’s time you experienced one of the top-rated Traverse City wineries, Black Star Farms. Black Star Farms, whose flagship location is just outside of downtown Traverse City on the Leelanau Peninsula, is a leading wine and culinary destination in Michigan.

Though there are plenty of great Traverse City wineries to enjoy on the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas, not to mention in downtown Traverse City itself, nothing compares to the experience you’ll find at Black Star Farms. Whether joining us at our flagship Suttons Bay Tasting room or Old Mission tasting room, you’ll enjoy a unique wine-tasting experience. Don’t forget our fruit-based spirits made in our distillery, too!

Though Black Star Farms is one of the leading Traverse City wineries, a visit here is about so much more than the wine (and spirits!). You’ll also find an unparalleled opportunity for rest and relaxation at this top-rated Bed and Breakfast in Michigan. This unique estate sits on 160 gorgeous acres about 15 minutes from Traverse City, where you’ll find ample onsite recreation, unbeatable hospitality, and a truly restful destination with everything you need for a summer vacation.

If you’re ready to experience the best of Michigan’s Leelanau Peninsula, it’s time to visit Black Star Farms. Book your room at our top-rated Bed and Breakfast in Michigan today!

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