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SHANTY CREEK RESORT

Bellaire, Michigan 49615

Phone: 231-533-8621     Fax:   231-533-2000

Website: www.shantycreek.com

Email: info@shantycreek.com

Shanty Creek, located just northeast of Traverse City, is perhaps the most unique all-season resort in Michigan. More than 600 accommodations ranging from studios to condominiums to multi-room suites and individual residences are spread out amongst 3 distinctive villages on 4,500 acres. Summit Village, Schuss Village and Cedar River Village provide upscale amenities and a luxurious full-service resort atmosphere, in an environment that has garnered recognition from the Audubon Sanctuary System

. Four championship golf courses satisfy the needs of golf enthusiasts from spring through fall, while the Summit and Schuss Mountains provide excitement for skiers of all abilities during the winter season. The Detroit News Reader's poll has recognized Shanty Creek as " The Best Golf Resort in Michigan". Readers of Golf Magazine, when selecting the nations top resorts for 15 different categories, ranked Shanty Creek # 4 in the country for course conditions and listed the Legend as # 4 for Main Course at a Golf Resort in the U.S.  Golf Digest deemed "The Legend" the number one resort course in the Midwest and Cedar River was rated "Top Ten in the U.S. You Can Play" by Golf Magazine!

GOLF AT SHANTY CREEK

Summit Village

Shanty Creek is one of only a handful of resorts in the Midwest that features 4 championship golf courses. The player-friendly Summit Course and the 4 star Legend, designed by Arnold Palmer, are part of the Summit Village and are walking distance from the accommodations there.

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A two-tiered putting green, and a beautiful, full service pro shop, restaurant and lounge are also part of the village property.

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 The Schuss Village features the unique and charming Schuss Mountain Course, which has long been one of the most popular layouts in Northern Michigan. It is superbly conditioned with tree-lined fairways and exceptionally fast greens. Schuss Mountain is ranked among the best ski resorts in the Midwest (Ski Magazine) with 34 exciting and diverse runs. A clubhouse with pro shop, lounge and practice facilities are also on property.

Cedar River Village features a Tom Weiskopf design that is carved into the rolling terrain on the north face of Schuss Mountain. This is an incredible layout that represents the best of traditional golf. Together with the Legend, Cedar River is proof that you can provide world class golf and still let nature take its course. These are two of the most upscale public courses in the state.

On the Cedar River Village property is a grass driving range and huge putting green, with accommodations just a wedge away. The Clubhouse features a well stocked pro shop, gourmet restaurant (LaVigna), lounge, and Weiskopf's Grill - overlooking the 18th green of the Cedar River Golf Club.

These 4 courses provide beautiful and intimate golf experiences that can be enjoyed by all levels of golfers. Individual and group lessons can be arranged at any of the pro shops, and 2 and 3 day programs are available through the Shanty Creek Golf Academy. Call 800-678-1411 ext. 7494 for details.

  • Click here for the Two Guys Who Golf review of Schuss Mountain
  • Click here for the Two Guys Who Golf review of Cedar River
  • Click here for the Two Guys Who Golf review of Summit
  • Click here for the Two Guys Who Golf review of Legend

ACCOMMODATIONS

SUMMIT VILLAGE

  • Main Lodge with guest rooms and numerous condo complexes
  • Summit Conference Center
  • Wellness Spa
  • Indoor and outdoor pool area and jacuzzi
  • Timberline shops
  • Legend Golf Club
  • Summit Golf Club
  • Putting greens and practice area
  • Clubhouse with pro shop and lounge
  • Arnie's Grille
  • Lakeview Restaurant
  • 12 ski slopes, cross country trails and tubing/terrain park

SCHUSS VILLAGE

  • Guest rooms, studios, Chalets and one and two bedroom condos
  • Vienna Woods - 5 and 6 bedroom homes
  • Schuss Mountain Golf Course
  • Clubhouse with pro shop
  • Schuss Golf Deck for light fare
  • Ivans Lounge and Restaurant
  • Putting green and practice area
  • Downhill and cross country skiing

CEDAR RIVER VILLAGE

  • LaVigna Restaurant
  • Cedar River Golf Course
  • Grass range and putting green
  • Full service pro shop
  • One Bedroom suites
  • 2 and 3 bedroom condos with kitchens
  • Outdoor heated pool  with jacuzzi
  • Weiskopf's Grill

Condominiums feature fully equipped kitchens, master bedrooms, living rooms, decks, and some include lofts, saunas, whirlpools and fireplaces - bedding arrangements vary (please inquire). Chalets are fully furnished homes with kitchens, and some with fireplaces.

All rooms include air-conditioning, color television with cable and free parking.

RESORT FEATURES AND ACTIVITIES

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  • Basketball
  • Bike rentals
  • Board games
  • Croquet
  • Camp Gandy for children
  • Daycare
  • Fitness center
  • 72 holes of championship golf
  • Hiking Trails
  • Indoor and outdooor pools and jacuzzis
  • Disc golf
  • Live Entertainment
  • Massage
  • Mountain bike trails
  • Sand volleyball
  • Shopping
  • Shuffleboard
  • Skiing - 45 downhill runs & 30km cross country
  • 8 Tennis courts
  • Tetherball
  • Water aerobics
  • Wellness Spa
  • Nearby are bowling, boat rentals, charter fishing, canoeing, festivals, horseback riding and mini golf

WELLNESS SPA

The Wellness Spa facilities include:

Locker rooms, sauna, steam room, whirlpool, free-weight room, Nautilus weight equipment, treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machine, racquetball court and tanning. Water aerobics, fitness evaluations and a variety of body care treatments are available. Extension 7695

DINING

  • LaVigna at Cedar River ( Italian fare - open for dinner)
  • Lakeview at the Summit for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch
  • Ivans at Schuss for food and drinks
  • Also open during the golf season:
  • Weiskopf's at Cedar River for breakfast and lunch
  • Arnies at the Summit for lunch and dinner
  • Schuss Golf Deck for light fare, snacks and beverages

BUSINESS & CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Shanty Creek has received numerous awards from national publications including: "Pinnacle Award" (Successful Meetings), "Gold Tee Award" (Meetings and Conventions),"Golden Links " (Corporate Meetings and Incentives), "America's Best Resorts" (Golf Digest), "Silver Medal Award" (Golf Magazine) and "Gold Medal" (Ski Magazine).

35,600 square feet of year round facilities provide equipment and capabilities for meetings at 28 locations on the resort property. Besides equipment and audio-visual set-up service, an on property business center includes a reproduction/faxing facility.

Banquet, conference and meeting facilities can accommodate groups from 8 to 1,000 people. With first class service, including varied menus for meals ranging from snacks to lavish dinners, and top notch accommodations, amenities, and golf, Shanty Creek is the perfect place for special events, intimate family get-togethers, or business functions of any size.

LINKS AND LOCATION

How to get there: 

Shanty Creek is located on M-88 between Bellaire and Mancelona

  • From Detroit: I-75 North to Grayling to M-72 West to Kalkaska, US 131 North to Mancelona: M-88 West
  • From Chicago: I-94 east to I-196 North to Grand Rapids to US 131 North to Mancelona: M-88 West
  • From Lansing: US-27 North to Grayling, then same directions as from Detroit.
  • There is a courtesy pickup service for guests flying into Antrim County Airport (accommodates up to DC9 aircraft) - call 231-533-8524 for airport information. Pickup can also be arranged (for a fee) from Traverse City, 35 miles away.

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