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The View From Here

Through the seasons, or throughout the year, discover the Inn's outlook on our special stretch of northern Michigan.

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A woman laughs while drinking wine with a man at a vineyard
September 10, 2026

5 Fall Events You Can't Miss Around the Petoskey Area

Your guide to the best fall festivals near Bay Harbor and Petoskey, MI in 2026 — from the Charlevoix Apple Fest to Pond Hill Farm's Fall Fest Weekends.

A young girl shows off a large Petoskey stone at the Inn at Bay Harbor
June 1, 2026

Petoskey Stones: Your Guide to Michigan's Freshwater Fossils

More than a stone, learn about Petoskey stones and how to identify, discover, and polish your own. A truly unique souvenir, and piece of Northern Michigan history to take home.

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