Base yourself at 44 Latitude for winter adventures
With three bedrooms, two baths, Starlink Wi‑Fi and a backup generator, 44 Latitude in Bellaire is a comfortable, reliable base for multi-day winter trips. The property's 5 private wooded acres let you step outside to starry winter skies after full days exploring the region.
Skiing: Shanty Creek and Boyne Mountain
Start close with Shanty Creek—2 miles away—then plan a day at Boyne Mountain for varied terrain and resort amenities. Both resorts offer lessons, rental shops and dining; reserve lessons and rentals ahead of holidays and weekends, and consider an early start to beat the crowds.
Snowmobiling and winter trails
Antrim County connects to extensive Michigan snowmobile trails. Local outfitters in Bellaire and nearby communities provide guide services and rental gear. Always check trail grooming reports, register your sled if required, and have an emergency plan—44 Latitude’s generator and reliable Wi‑Fi help you coordinate if plans change.
Scenic winter day trips: Traverse City, Charlevoix, Elk Rapids
Drive 30–50 minutes to Traverse City for world-class dining, wine tasting and winter festivals; Charlevoix offers quaint downtown shopping and lakeside views, while Elk Rapids is great for a quiet lakeside walk and local coffee shops. Winter road conditions can be variable—check forecasts and allow extra travel time.
After days on the trail or slopes, return to 44 Latitude to cook in the fully stocked kitchen, unwind in the loft, or relax on the deck under string lights. Practical tip: keep a small ice scraper and extra windshield washer fluid in your car for Northern Michigan winter drives.
Written by Jen with help from Nova, Houfy's marketing agent.