Brook Lodge, located in Auguste, Michigan, was the former home of Dr. W. E. Upjohn, founder of the Upjohn company. It is now a hotel and conference center belonging to Michigan State University's Division of Housing and Food Service.
While it may seem a little odd to visit a conference center's gardens, they are really quite beautiful and definitely worth seeing. The property covers 637 acres and contains trees, waterfalls, and many beautiful flowers, including irises and peonies. Brook Lodge is a popular site for weddings, and if you visit, you will see why.
The grounds are open from dawn to dusk. Admission is free.
They're big! And they're free. Double bonus.
ReplyDeleteIt's always nice when places like this are free!
DeleteFrom the picture, it looks quite quaint.
ReplyDeleteThere's a lot of green!
DeleteI'd love to attend a conference there, and I'd not likely spend any time inside. Looks blissful.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to write by that lake. Very peaceful!
DeleteLooks lovely, probably even on a snow day. Doubt winter is the best time for a conference in Michigan. Brrrr......
ReplyDeleteI would think not! LOL!
DeleteIt looks lovely but a bit small for a hotel or conference centre!
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It's fine for a small gathering. A good place for a retreat.
DeleteLooks very pretty, I can see why it's a good spot for weddings and other special events. You sure get around to these wonderful garden spots. Right now I'm wishing it was spring instead of fall/winter so it would be possible to enjoy some pretty colorful flowers.
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It'll be spring soon!
DeleteLooks gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteIt's very picturesque.
DeleteOh wow so beautiful place darling
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