What to do and see in Bellaire, United States: The Best Places and Tips

January 16, 2018 Rosalyn Ihle

Bellaire is a village in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,086 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Antrim County. The town has a very scenic main street, and is a popular location for tourists. Bellaire is also home to the Antrim County Courthouse, a historic structure built in 1905. The Antrim Review, the county's newspaper of record, is headquartered in Bellaire.
Restaurants in Bellaire

1. Grass River Natural Area

6500 Alden Hwy, Bellaire, MI 49615-9263 +1 231-533-8576
Excellent
76%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

Grass River Natural Area

Reviewed By Cms2716 - Rapid City, Michigan

We spent the past two afternoons enjoying the trails. Yesterday snowshoeing and today cross country skiing. Nice trails designated for each activity. Very quiet, we did not see anyone else on the trails either day.

2. Shanty Creek Resorts

5780 Shanty Creek Rd, Bellaire, MI 49615-8311 +1 800-678-4111
Excellent
51%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 196 reviews

Shanty Creek Resorts

An iconic ski and golf resort in northern Michigan, Shanty Creek Resorts is a three-resort experiences in one. Its three villages of SCR (Summit, Cedar River and Schuss) span 4,500 acres across hardwood forests, rolling meadows and atop mountain bluffs with miles of scenic vistas. With nearly 500 lodging options, multiple dining venues, four award-winning golf courses, two ski mountains, an 8-lane tubing park, six terrain parks, and a fitness center and wellness spa, plus over 35,000 sq ft of conference and special event space, Shanty Creek Resorts has been an Up North destination for generations.

Reviewed By Don M - Niles, Michigan

Stayed at Lakeview in a "studio" room. Whirlpool tub, king bed, fireplace and full kitchen. Kitchen area very nice but has minimal cooking utensils but just enough for our needs. The room was very nice, clean with plenty of towels already in the room without asking.

During our stay (2nd night of 3) they blew a generator causing many things to be shut down including the hot water. It was restored about 24 hours later. At check out a $50 adjustment was made to our bill.

Winnie and Heather at the front desk were both wonderful!

3. Bee Well Mead and Cider

3533 S Derenzy Rd, Building 2, Unit F, Bellaire, MI 49615-9590
Excellent
100%
Good
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 18 reviews

Bee Well Mead and Cider

Reviewed By Ned G - Grand Ledge, Michigan

My sons and I had a great time sampling the 9 different ciders and meads that they have available. I liked the King's Cherry cider the best and bought 4 bottles to take home. My sons ended up with over a case of cider of various flavors. The co-owner took the time to explain his various products and some of the unique places he goes to get the various fruits he uses. We could also watch the bottling process as some of the bottles came straight from the tank. It was a great way to spend over an hour to taste and learn about ciders and meads. I will be stopping by again when I am in the area. Very enjoyable.

4. Bellaire Smokehouse

508 N Bridge St, Bellaire, MI 49615-9429 +1 231-533-5069
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

Bellaire Smokehouse

Reviewed By Sandra G - Chicago, Illinois, United States

When was the last time you received friendly, personalized service at your local meat market? That's exactly what you'll get here plus the best meat your money can buy. Whether its their in-house made jerky, smoked whitefish pate, sausages, fresh fish or meats, the fine folks at the Bellaire Smokehouse will provide you with the very best. Their steaks are hand cut to order and will rival anything you could ever get in the best steakhouse in a big city. They also have a great selection of specialty and microbrew beer and wine. We are always delighted with anything we get from them. Order in advance around holidays to ensure availability so you won't be disappointed. Its no secret that they are the best around!

5. The Chief Golf Course

5085 Shanty Creek Rd, Bellaire, MI 49615-9105 +1 231-533-9000
Excellent
60%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
6%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

The Chief Golf Course

Welcome to The Chief Golf Course, or as it has long been known, "The Spirit of the North." The Chief Golf Course is among the best destinations in Northern Michigan golf. Here at The Chief, we have everything you need to create a perfect day on the course, from a fully-stocked pro shop to membership opportunities to a hospitable staff.

Reviewed By David M - White Lake, Michigan

Very challenging course with gorgeous views on every hole! Many rental houses alongside some of the holes which were interesting. Well kept greens, fairways and even the giant beeches they called bunkers were nicely kept which made it easier to get out of...maybe.

6. Torch Lake Cellars

5245 Clam Lake Dr, Bellaire, MI 49615-9361 +1 231-377-9109
Excellent
74%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 15 reviews

Torch Lake Cellars

Reviewed By Jeff F - Dallas, Texas

The owners of this winery were very friendly, and were great hosts. The wines were good, although my favorites were the ciders, since we were looking to try drinks that featured the local fruit ingredients. Cider is a much better way to experience that than wine, in my opinion, although the wine was fine. I think the cider we ended up buying was called Farmer Brown. I don't even typically like cider but after my wife tried it she insisted that I do the same and we both came away thinking it was one of the better drinks we'd had on our trip to Michigan.

7. Dewitt Marine Inc

6509 Crystal Springs Rd, Bellaire, MI 49615-9241
Excellent
80%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 24 reviews

Dewitt Marine Inc

Dewitt Marine is a small, family owned business in Northern Michigan on Clam Lake & have been servicing the Chain of Lakes & Torch Lake since 1949. We live and breathe the passion of boating and know first hand owning a boat is a rewarding experience to enjoy nature’s most valued treasures & creating special bonds with your family & friends. Our goal is to listen and guide you with our knowledge & skills through the rewards & measures, every step of the way when buying or renting, servicing a boat, storing a boat or selling your own. As fellow boaters, we take pride & continually invest in our boating community, facilities & equipment. Through the 60 years of business we’ve grown to become the finest full service, inland marina facility with 188 slips, indoor storage for over 800 boat, skilled service, detail shop, and all the services in between!We invite you, your family and friends to stop by and experience how life IS better with boat and live YOUR dream at Dewitt Marine.

Reviewed By FFTR3300 - Bellaire, Michigan

The prices for labor are crazy and they go by standard times to get the job done. If the mechanic finishes it faster they do not cut the amount of time to reflect this so you could be paying more than necessary for repair work.

8. Little Treasures Toy Shop

100 Cayuga St, Bellaire, MI 49615 +1 231-533-6559
Excellent
72%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
14%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Little Treasures Toy Shop

A toy store for all ages. We have gifts, toys, candles, cards, + much more!

Reviewed By louannecooper - Bellaire, Michigan

I shop most often for 4 grandchildren who live in big cities with generous parents. I can always find a new delight or this seasons hottest thing in a version we don't have yet in Little Treasures and the staff is super friendly and helpful! Another reason Bellaire is the best!

9. The Legend

Bellaire, MI
Excellent
68%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

The Legend

This Arnold Palmer-Ed Seay course lives up to its name.

Reviewed By citygirlforever - Saint Louis, Missouri

This was probably my favorite course. It was beautiful and a little challenging. The drink cart girl was friendly and had perfect timing.

10. Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area

2711 Vandermark Rd., Bellaire, MI 49615
Excellent
100%
Good
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5 based on 6 reviews

Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area

Reviewed By Tansy2015 - Brighton, Michigan

If you like to hike, this is the best hike I have ever been on in Michigan! It is just one mile from town, simple to find down a residential street, and well worth going to again and again!

The extreme ecological diversity found at the Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area here is beyond anything I have ever seen before. There are 12 distinct habitat types, including two hardwood forest types, three wetland habitats, and the shrub thicket and wet mesic forest types that support more than 20 species of trees, over 100 species of flowers, and over 100 species of birds, including great-horned owls, eagles and the threatened red-shoulder hawk.

Wow.

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