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GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT AND SPA
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100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd.
P.O. Box 404
Acme, Michigan 49610
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Toll Free: (800) 748-0303 Local: (231) 534-6000
Fax: (231) 534-6304
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The Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme just east of downtown Traverse City is Michigan's most luxurious golf resort, and in 2007 - after 3 years and 14 million dollars in renovations, the property is excited to be on display. The centerpiece for golfers consists of three 4 star rated (Golf Digest) championship courses and extensive practice facilities, but guests can also enjoy a full array of top notch amenities and service.
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With a variety of smartly appointed guest rooms flanked by Lake Michigan on one side and a landscape of orchards, woodlands and vineyards on the other, this resort provides an environment that can be equally appreciated by golfers, corporate groups, couples and families. Awards include: Top 20 mainland resorts and top 50 travel destinations and services worldwide by Conde Nast Traveler, Circle's Family Resort of the Year Award, Successful Meeting's Pinnacle Award, Corporate & Incentive Travel's Award of Excellence, and Golf Magazine's Silver Medal Resort award.
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GOLF AT GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT & SPA
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The golf at Grand Traverse Resort can only be described as incredible! Guests have a short walk (or shuttle) to the pro clubhouse, where they check in for their experience on one of three beautifully designed and maintained courses. The Jim McLean Golf School is on property, and practice facilities are comprehensive. The pro shop is well stocked with golf equipment, logo attire and accessories, and the adjacent grill and lounge serves up a nice variety of fare and beverages. A spacious outdoor patio with great views of the first and 18th holes of the Bear (and adjacent to the practice facilities) is a perfect meeting spot.
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The Wolverine (Gary Player) and Spruce Run (William Newcomb) are excellent layouts that provide a nice challenge from the back tees, yet are player friendly for novices and mid to high handicappers that choose the correct tees.
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The Bear (Jack Nicklaus Signature design) is just that...a bear of a course. This extraordinary layout (annually recognized as one of the greatest courses in the country) is both beautiful and challenging, with a top slope rating of 148 from the tips and 140 from the white tee boxes! Bring your best - and enjoy the test!
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The property features 600 guest rooms in the Hotel, Tower or Condominiums, with amenities and conveniences worthy of a world class resort. The six-story Hotel has 238 rooms complete with wireless high speed internet, color cable TV, bathroom television speakers, hair dryers and more. The 17 story Tower features 186 large, luxuriously appointed rooms and suites with breathtaking views and deluxe amenities that include wet bars, Jacuzzi whirlpool tubs, bathroom phones, cable TV, refrigerators and more.
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190 condominiums include one, two and three bedroom accommodations in a variety of locations, and include a furnished dining area, kitchenette, living room with queen-size sofa sleeper, plus wireless high speed internet. The Shores complex offers a private beach, swimming pool, whirlpool, large deck area plus jet ski and paddle boat rentals.
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RESORT FEATURES AND ACTIVITIES
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Situated on 900 acres of prime Northwest Michigan property with easy access to the Grand Traverse Bay and to the T C Cherry Capital Airport, this resort provides a variety of opportunities for business or pleasure. .
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The recently refurbished lobby presents and airy feel and welcomes visitors with an open bar and pathways that lead to a variety of dining and shopping options. Guests can enjoy the beach facilities that are adjacent to the Shores Condominium complex, which is also part of the resort.
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The indoor pool complex offers a full scale lap pool, free form pool and 4 hot tubs. Adjacent is an award winning indoor tennis facility (there are outdoor tennis courts as well), with a full service spa plus fitness facility with both cardio and weight rooms. An outdoor pool and Jacuzzi are just a short walk away.
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Attendants are on hand to schedule tennis lessons or spa appointments. Fitness classes and offerings of Yoga, Tai Chi, Step Circuit and other classes are available. A wide variety of therapies are offered, including massages, hydrotherapy, body care, facials, nail care, hair treatments, waxing and make-up application.
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The Gallery of Shops (thirteen in total) includes a variety of boutiques and clothiers, and the Marketplace serves Starbucks coffee daily. Gift cards are available! Shuttles run daily to the nearby Turtle Creek Casino (open 24 hours), which is also owned and operated by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.
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DINING - MEETINGS - EVENTS
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There are a variety of dining options available on property including:
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Aerie - premium casual dining (with extensive wine collection) open 7 days a week offering inspiring views of the Grand Traverse Bay.
Sweetwater American Bistro (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
The Grille Clubhouse restaurant/lounge(lunch & dinner)
Grand Lobby Bar (open nightly)
Jack Sports Bar
Marketplace (deli sandwiches, ice cream, Starbucks, home made chocolates)
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Grand Traverse Resort and Spa blends casual elegance with attentive hospitality and world class amenities to facilitate the business and pleasure needs for a wide array of events. 85,000 square feet of flexible meeting space in 34 rooms can host from 10 to 2500 people. Facilities include private board rooms, ballrooms, expansive convention centers and outdoor function areas for hosting:
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- Conventions & seminars
- Trade shows
- Weddings
- Corporate training/team building
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- Retreats
- Theme Parties
- Fundraising Functions
- Corporate Golf Outings
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- Click here for a link to the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa website
- Click here for the Two Guys Who Golf Review of the Bear
- Click here for more information on The Bear
- Click here for a pictorial review of Spruce Run
- Click here for more information on Spruce Run
- Click here for a pictorial review of The Wolverine
- Click here for more information on The Wolverine
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From Cleveland and Detroit:
Take I-75 north through Saginaw, until you reach M-72. Go west on M-72 at the Grayling exit, then approx. 30-35 miles through Kalkaska into Acme. Go north on US-31 about 1/2 mile. The Resort will be on the east (rt.) side of the road.
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From Chicago and Milwaukee:
Take I-94 east through Indiana into Michigan. Exit on I-196 (north of Benton Harbor/St. Joseph) to Grand Rapids. Go north on US-131 until you reach M-72 in Kalkaska. Go west on M-72 approx. 15 miles to Acme. Go north on US-31 about 1/2 mile. The Resort will be on the east (rt.) side of the road.
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