A Home by Any Other Name

So who says your Up North getaway has to have four walls and a roof? Out of the box living begins here.

Boat Slips at Walstrom Marine, Harbor Springs

Doesn’t matter much what type of vessel you pull into these posh slips—it transforms into a houseboat within the handsome Doug fir post-and-beam Harbor Springs Boathouse at Walstrom Marine. Boats (from 25 to 100 feet) and boaters are luxuriously accommodated with amenities that include a sophisticated reception center, Beachside Grill, Captain’s Lounge, waterside deck and reserved parking.

Average price for a club membership (includes slip) $235,000. Ward Walstrom, 231.526.0800, boathousehs.com.

Hearthside Grove Luxury Motorcoach Resort, Petoskey 

You could call it a simply beautiful place to park your motorcoach. But add a gourmet kitchen, Craftsman-inspired bungalow, hot tub and fireplace and you’ve just outfitted yourself your own private resort—smack in the midst of some of the North’s most splendid resort country.

Sites range from $100,000 to $300,000. Craig Rose, 231-347-0905, HearthsideGrove.com.

Indigo Bluffs, Empire

Motor on up to your lot at Indigo Bluffs and know that the Sleeping Bear Dunes are just minutes down the road. Considering the beaucoup amenities (spa!) at this highend RV destination, there may be days when you’ll be more than willing to let a sleeping bear, you know.

Sites from $76,500 to $151,000. Gary Becker, 800.224.4488, indigobluffs.com.