Imagine if you could disappear for a few days into a place designed entirely for beauty, stillness, and inspiration.

Welcome to Sawyer Country Estate.

Tucked away on nearly 2.5 private acres, this expansive 7-bedroom retreat offers a rare sense of seclusion just minutes from Lake Michigan’s shoreline and the quiet charm of Southwest Michigan’s wineries. It is a setting that feels both elevated and effortless, where every detail invites you to slow down and settle in.

Over the course of three nights, the estate becomes your private sanctuary. Mornings unfold gently with coffee and quiet reading in sunlit spaces. Afternoons drift between the expansive 25’ x 45’ pool, open-air lounging, and curated excursions through nearby vineyards. Time stretches here unhurried, intentional.

This escape is conceived as an intimate, welcoming retreat for women and all who feel aligned with that experience. A private in-home bookstore invites quiet discovery, while a guided yoga session offers a moment of renewal. An evening with a private chef is both refined and indulgent, complemented by a thoughtfully curated brewery/bookstore tour that reflects the region's character. A bespoke welcome gift awaits, setting the tone from the moment you arrive.

Inside, more than 5,000 square feet of refined living space balances grandeur with comfort—designed for intimate conversation, creative reflection, and quiet luxury. Every room offers a place to gather or retreat, depending on what the moment calls for.

For three nights, the outside world softens. Your only obligation is to enjoy, to reconnect, and to savor the rare luxury of uninterrupted time.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM — Arrival + Check-In
Settle into Sawyer Country Estate and take in the beauty of the surroundings. Unpack, explore the property, and ease into the space.

7:00 PM — Welcome Gathering
A casual, intentional opening to the weekend—meet fellow guests, sip something refreshing, and set the tone for the days ahead.

8:00 PM — Golden Hour + Free Time
Enjoy the roof terrace under the stars, the hot tub, the fire pit, or a quiet moment with your book in a cozy corner as the sun sets.

9:00 PM — Fireside Wind Down
Optional gathering around the fire for light conversation, book talk, or simply unwinding under the stars.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM — Morning Coffee + Light Breakfast
Ease into the day with coffee, tea, pastries, and a slow start.

The morning is intentionally unstructured. Wake slowly, move through the house at your own pace, and spend time reading—whether in a sunlit corner, poolside, or tucked into a quiet room.

12:00 PM - Catered Lunch

Fresh local offerings from a nearby staple. Enjoy chicken salad with grapes & Michigan dried cherries on a flaky croissant, Michigan turkey with fresh vegetables on rustic sourdough, & more.

12:30 PM — Bookstore/Brewery Tour (optional)
In the afternoon, depart for a curated, chauffeured brewery-and-bookstore experience that explores the character and landscape of Southwest Michigan.

3:00 PM - Return to the Estate

Return to the estate for a leisurely evening.

Spend the afternoon exactly as you wish - connect with others, enjoy the grounds, or steal away for some personal time with your current read.

Evening — Free Flow Dinner + Relaxation
A relaxed evening with a shared meal, followed by free time to unwind—hot tub, reading, or connecting with others.

8:00 PM - Book to Screen Adaptation Viewing (optional)

We'll decide on a movie adapted from a beloved book and enjoy watching it together with a sundae bar and popcorn.

8:30 AM — Bagel Bar Brunch

Breakfast with fresh bagels, your favorite spreads, and your choice of fruits and veggies. Coffee & tea, obviously.

9:30 AM — Private Yoga Session (optional)

Enjoy a private yoga session designed to ground and restore.

The afternoon is entirely your own.
Lounge by the pool, wander the 2.5-acre grounds, revisit a favorite book, or simply step away for quiet solitude. We'll have specific rooms with relaxing atmospheres, including the silent reading room, the aromatherapy room, & the high tea room.

4:30 PM - Cocktails, Charcuterie & Crafting (optional)

Join us for an early evening of crafting and cocktails or mocktails with light bites.

7:00 PM — Private Chef Dinner Experience
In the evening, gather for a private-chef dinner featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients—an elevated, sensory experience to close the day.

9:00 PM — Fireside Conversation + Bookish Gathering
A cozy closing evening with optional discussion, reflection, and connection.

8:00 AM — Coffee + Light Breakfast

9:00 AM — Closing Circle + Reflection
Share favorite moments, book recommendations, and what you’re taking with you from the weekend.

10:00 AM — Departure
Head home feeling refreshed and inspired.