Fleur du Lac
Berrien Springs, MI
City/town information
Fleur du Lac is located in the village of Berrien Springs in Berrien County, Michigan. It is a small college town with a population of 1,717 as of the 2020 census. The village is best known for its Seventh-day Adventist community and Andrews University. Many of the businesses in the village are closed on Saturdays. The downtown area of the village supports a Speedway gas station, several restaurants and fast food outlets and a supermarket for groceries.
The village is on the shores of Lake Chapin and the St. Joseph river. The hydro-electric dam that runs across the St. Joseph river is the last dam between the headwaters of the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. The area just below the dam is a very popular fishing area – there are Steelhead (trout) and Salmon runs in the early through mid-Autumn. At other times, one can often find walleye, bass and suckers in the river both above and below the dam. Fishing charters are also available to Lake Michigan from the nearby city of St. Joseph.
Berrien County is also home to many fruit orchards, with U-pick opportunities aplenty. The abundance of vineyards the area places us in the middle of the SW Michigan Wine Trail, with no less than 8 vineyards within a 20-minute drive.
Berrien Springs
Fleur du Lac is located in the village of Berrien Springs in Berrien County, Michigan. It is a small college town with a population of 1,717 as of the 2020 census. The village is best known for its Seventh-day Adventist community and Andrews University. Many of the businesses in the village are closed on Saturdays. The downtown area of the village supports a Speedway gas station, several restaurants and fast food outlets and a supermarket for groceries.
The village is on the shores of Lake Chapin and the St. Joseph river. The hydro-electric dam that runs across the St. Joseph river is the last dam between the headwaters of the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. The area just below the dam is a very popular fishing area – there are Steelhead (trout) and Salmon runs in the early through mid-Autumn. At other times, one can often find walleye, bass and suckers in the river both above and below the dam. Fishing charters are also available to Lake Michigan from the nearby city of St. Joseph.
Berrien County is also home to many fruit orchards, with U-pick opportunities aplenty. The abundance of vineyards the area places us in the middle of the SW Michigan Wine Trail, with no less than 8 vineyards within a 20-minute drive.
Food scene
4227 Ridge Road, Stevensville (about 25 minutes away). Elegant converted home on 10 acres of landscaped property featuring Northern Italian food and wine. Phone: (269) 429-3689.
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Tosi's Restaurant
4337 Ridge Rd4227 Ridge Road, Stevensville (about 25 minutes away). Elegant converted home on 10 acres of landscaped property featuring Northern Italian food and wine. Phone: (269) 429-3689.
185 Mt. Tabor Road, Buchanan. Winery and an elegant yet relaxed high-ceilinged dining space with vineyard views and natural light. Definitely upscale and great ambiance. Phone: (269) 422-1161.
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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
185 Mt Tabor Rd185 Mt. Tabor Road, Buchanan. Winery and an elegant yet relaxed high-ceilinged dining space with vineyard views and natural light. Definitely upscale and great ambiance. Phone: (269) 422-1161.
5800 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville. Cottage décor and sunset views set a relaxed tone for market-fresh steak and seafood fare plus full bar. Phone: (269) 429-3591.
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Grande Mere Inn
5800 Red Arrow Hwy5800 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville. Cottage décor and sunset views set a relaxed tone for market-fresh steak and seafood fare plus full bar. Phone: (269) 429-3591.
Year Round Activities
Fishing, swimming and kayaking from the back yard; skiing, hiking, and Lake Michigan, all within an hour's drive from Fleur du Lac. Close to Notre Dame Football, motor cross races, dozens of u-pick opportunities and the Michigan Wine Trail make Fleur du Lac a perfect family retreat all year round.
1. Warren Dunes State Park offers Lake Michigan swimming, sand dunes and some boat rentals. There is also a concession stand there and changing rooms. There is a per-vehicle charge for entry. Their website: https://www.michigan.org/property/warren-dunes-state-park
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Warren Dunesin osavaltionpuisto
12032 Red Arrow Hwy1. Warren Dunes State Park offers Lake Michigan swimming, sand dunes and some boat rentals. There is also a concession stand there and changing rooms. There is a per-vehicle charge for entry. Their website: https://www.michigan.org/property/warren-dunes-state-park
Silver Beach in St. Joseph is another favorite swimming area. There is a carousel, water fountain area and numerous activities including watercraft rentals. Their website: http://www.berriencounty.org/1295/Silver-Beach-County-Park
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Silver Beach
Silver Beach in St. Joseph is another favorite swimming area. There is a carousel, water fountain area and numerous activities including watercraft rentals. Their website: http://www.berriencounty.org/1295/Silver-Beach-County-Park
Only about 50 minutes away (33 miles) this ski resort is great for beginners and families offering a host of winter activities. While the vertical height cannot compare with the Rockies, it offers reasonably priced lessons, friendly staff and a fun family day trip.
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Swiss Valley Ski & Snowboard Area
13421 Mann StOnly about 50 minutes away (33 miles) this ski resort is great for beginners and families offering a host of winter activities. While the vertical height cannot compare with the Rockies, it offers reasonably priced lessons, friendly staff and a fun family day trip.
RedBud MotorX is a must for fans of Motor Cross in the summer. Check out their website at: https://redbudmx.com/
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RedBud MX
13638 Red Bud Trail NRedBud MotorX is a must for fans of Motor Cross in the summer. Check out their website at: https://redbudmx.com/
Michigan Wine Trail near Fleur du Lac
There are 25 vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms on the Michigan Wine Trail within 25 miles of Fleur du Lac. Explore some of the best wines Michigan has to offer. Buy a bottle of your favorite and spend the afternoon sipping wine while enjoying the expansive lake view from our balcony. The following are some of the closer ones:
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Gravity Vineyards is only 4.7 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 10220 Lauer Road,
Baroda, MI
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Gravity Winery
10220 Lauer RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Gravity Vineyards is only 4.7 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 10220 Lauer Road,
Baroda, MI
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Lemon Creek Winery is only 5.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 533 E. Lemon Creek Road, Berrien Springs, MI.
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Lemon Creek Winery
533 E Lemon Creek RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Lemon Creek Winery is only 5.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 533 E. Lemon Creek Road, Berrien Springs, MI.
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Domaine Berrien Cellars is only 5.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 398 East Lemon Creek Road, Berrien Springs MI
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Domaine Berrien Cellars
398 E Lemon Creek RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Domaine Berrien Cellars is only 5.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 398 East Lemon Creek Road, Berrien Springs MI
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant is only 6.3 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 185 Mt. Tabor Road, Buchanan MI
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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
185 Mt Tabor RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant is only 6.3 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 185 Mt. Tabor Road, Buchanan MI
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Hickory Creek Winery is only 6.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 750 Browntown Road
Buchanan MI
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Hickory Creek Winery
750 Browntown RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Hickory Creek Winery is only 6.6 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 750 Browntown Road
Buchanan MI
Part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Dablon Vineyards is only 6.9 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 111 W. Shawnee Road,
Baroda MI
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Dablon Winery and Vineyards
111 W Shawnee RdPart of the Michigan Wine Trail, Dablon Vineyards is only 6.9 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 111 W. Shawnee Road,
Baroda MI
A part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Round Barn Winery, Distillery and Brewery is only 7.2 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 10983 Hills Rd, Baroda, MI
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Round Barn Estate
10983 Hills RdA part of the Michigan Wine Trail, Round Barn Winery, Distillery and Brewery is only 7.2 miles away from Fleur du Lac at 10983 Hills Rd, Baroda, MI