By Greg Johnson
stay & play
Gaylord Golf Mecca Offers Top Trio of Resort Golf Experiences Quality and quantity have been key elements for the 35-year success story that is the Gaylord Golf Mecca, America’s favorite summer golf destination in the heart of Northern Michigan. That quality and quantity is reflected in sparkling fashion in three primary Mecca member resorts that offer lodging, dining, golf and more – Otsego Resort, The Natural at Beaver Creek Resort and Treetops Resort. Together they include eight of the
17 golf courses of the Mecca and are three standouts among the 21 lodging partners, too. For golfers seeking a complete resort experience, this Mecca trio delivers in unique and expert ways. Consider the Otsego Resort with 80 guestrooms in lodges with an Alpine log-cabin welcome feel, the Duck Blind Grille and two golf courses. This is the resort that started Gaylord’s connection with the Alpine theme and Swiss architecture, and the comfortable room
Beaver Creek
options are offered at comfortable price points. Groups rave about the Hilltop Lodge with its aptly named Great Room in the center and the roomy modern units all around. It’s perfect for group gatherings and celebrations. As for the golf, there are two courses, including The Tribute, one of the top courses in all the Mecca. The Gary Koch/Rick Robbins design takes golfers up and down the picturesque acres of the Sturgeon River Valley. The Classic course, the original course on site, provides few gimmicks and is friendly for family golf, seniors and juniors. Visit otsegoresort.com. Golfers and their families find a different Northern Michigan experience at The Natural at Beaver Creek Resort. In addition to a fun-forall golf course, there are comfortable, Treetops Masterpiece
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Golf Central • Volume 23, Issue 3
