Blue Star Drive

Blue Star Drive What we love and who we love; highlighting all the people, places and things we love here in Southwest Michigan; Blue Star Hwy and beyond.

In May of 2010 we met…again (long story, maybe we’ll tell you sometime). This time, we were ready for one another and it was only a matter of weeks before we knew that this was a forever sort of thing. By July of 2011, we had our first son, Orion Jack, and now we’re spending our days learning how to be parents and how to be grown-ups. Add in 2 dumb but adorable dogs and you’ve got the Greenes. But

this blog isn’t about our impromptu family, exactly. It’s more about appreciating the place where you are and its quirks. It’s about keeping the creativity in your days and not losing it to the everyday. It’s about learning new things all the time and using what you’ve got to build the best sort of life. read mmore here: http://bluestardrive.com/the-how-and-the-why/

08/15/2026

🌿✨ Happy National Relaxation Day! 🌼 Today, let’s embrace the art of unwinding! Whether it’s cozying up with a good book, sipping herbal tea, or soaking in a warm bath, take this time to recharge. Remember: self-care is essential! Share your favorite ways to relax below! 💖🛁

Find your Stay - that special place to relax!
www.staywithshores.com

08/14/2026

Some houses give you a place to stay. Peach Mansion gives your group a place to make stories.

Built in the 1800s and filled with historic character, this grand South Haven retreat sleeps up to 12 guests and offers:

🏡 5 unique bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
🍳 Two full kitchens
🛋️ Multiple living and gathering spaces
🏓 A game room with ping-pong, foosball, poker and darts
🌳 Spacious private grounds
🛍️ Just a 10-minute walk from downtown
🏖️ Less than a mile from South Beach

Bring the whole crew together—with enough room that nobody has to be together every blessed minute.

Explore Peach Mansion and reserve your stay directly with Shores Vacation Rentals:

https://shores.guestybookings.com/en/properties/692f1690d1c3e30011c4a683?minOccupancy=1

08/14/2026

Steeped in local history and just two short blocks from the energy of downtown, The Purple House is a stunning Victorian "painted lady" thoughtfully designed for timeless family getaways and effortless group celebrations. From the vibrant curb appeal and classic front porch to soaring ceilings, intricate inlaid wood floors, and a light-filled stained-glass entryway, every historic detail invites guests to step back in time without sacrificing modern comfort.

Gather together across two spacious main-level living rooms, share family meals in the classic dining room, or unwind on the front patio lounge as the neighborhood comes to life. With five generous bedrooms—including a convenient main-level suite and flexible multi-bed setups upstairs—there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Just moments from local favorites like Clementine's and Su Casa, and a short stroll to the shores of Lake Michigan and South Beach, The Purple House blends iconic Victorian character with the ultimate downtown location—creating an unforgettable South Haven escape in every season.

08/11/2026

Steeped in local history and just two short blocks from the energy of downtown, The Purple House is a stunning Victorian "painted lady" thoughtfully designed for timeless family getaways and effortless group celebrations. From the vibrant curb appeal and classic front porch to soaring ceilings, intricate inlaid wood floors, and a light-filled stained-glass entryway, every historic detail invites guests to step back in time without sacrificing modern comfort.

Gather together across two spacious main-level living rooms, share family meals in the classic dining room, or unwind on the front patio lounge as the neighborhood comes to life. With five generous bedrooms—including a convenient main-level suite and flexible multi-bed setups upstairs—there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Just moments from local favorites like Clementine's and Su Casa, and a short stroll to the shores of Lake Michigan and South Beach, The Purple House blends iconic Victorian character with the ultimate downtown location—creating an unforgettable South Haven escape in every season.

08/11/2026

Blueberry Festival came and went, and now South Haven is doing the thing it does every year that nobody talks about enough. 🍂🍁

We just dropped a full fall guide to the town, quieter beaches, prime salmon and trout season on the water (yes, that's our 40 lb haul in there), the cranberry harvest at DeGrandchamp Farms, apple orchards, and why a real home base beats a hotel room once the weather turns crisp.

Take a look at the new blog post:
https://www.staywithshores.com/post/south-haven-michigan-in-the-fall-the-season-locals-don-t-want-you-to-know-about

Sadly, Fall is coming, the Big Box Stores in South Haven are in the process of making their migration to the slow march ...
08/11/2026

Sadly, Fall is coming, the Big Box Stores in South Haven are in the process of making their migration to the slow march of winter festivals. Starting with Back-to-School and Halloween supplies in the aisles.

But there is still a lot more we can do, enjoy, and experience. Like chartering a boat or just taking yours out to the water - Fall is a good season for those bluegills, blueberries, apples and cranberries.

Blueberry Festival just wrapped, the crowds have thinned out, and the town is doing the thing it does every year around this time: quietly turning into a completely different kind of beautiful. If your only South Haven memory is packed beaches and a parking meter running, you haven't actually seen t...

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