It's an established business in the heart of the charming village of Elk Rapids. Everyone has always had some idea, some dream to start their own business here in Northern Michigan. This is the perfect opportunity! 

This property, located just a few blocks from the beach and at the hub of the goings-on in Elk Rapids, has really captured our imagination. We've all talked about what we would do with the space, and what we would turn it into. The real incentive is that it is already something; i...

There's a lot of charm that comes with living in a small, fun-loving community like you'll find in Northern Michigan. The close-knit and inclusive environment you grew up in still exists, and like the events in Elk Rapids this month, they're still an absolute treat. 

Up North, there's always something going on. We're taking a look at some of the family-friendly events on the calendar for March in the small town of Elk Rapids. The Elk Rapids Chamber of Commerce has a very up-to-date calendar t...

One of the most enjoyable spring days imaginable here in Northern Michigan has to include a family bike trip to some place new. Now, residents of Elk Rapids, Traverse City and all spots in between have hopes of a bike path connection linking some special communities. 

Your new home in Northern Michigan might not be too far from the much-anticipated trail extension that will link up two extensive networks already in place. Both the Charlevoix Little Traverse Wheelway and Traverse Area Recreati...

When you buy a new home, you're welcomed into a new community. New faces, new places, new schools, it's can be overwhelming and even just a little scary. 

Luckily, villages like Elk Rapids are thriving thanks to an inclusive, friendly and small-town atmosphere that's sure to make your new home feel exactly like home in no time at all. Elk Rapids still gives its residents easy access to nightlife, events and a thriving shopping epicenter in Traverse City, but villagers can always tuck away to...

My son, a senior at Elk Rapids High School, just returned from a 2 week Spring Break, that took he and a friend over 6000 miles, through 12 states, and 3 time zones. They had wonderful adventures and they saw places they've never seen before. They crammed as much as they could into those 13 days. The California Coast, Hollywood, Havasu Falls, Vegas.... They saw a lot!!

Of course as a mother I was excited for them to arrive home, but much to my surprise, I think my boy was just as excited (or mo...