Brandy Wine

Located in Van Buren County, Michigan

Brandywine Lake is a 69-acre lake located in Pine Grove Township in Van Buren County, Michigan. Kalamazoo is roughly 20 miles southeast of the lake, while Detroit is around 168 miles east.

The closest location for urgent care is the Bronson LakeView Hospital, 13 miles south in Paw Paw, Michigan. The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport is situated 21 miles southeast.

When heading to the lake, grab a bite to eat at nearby restaurants like Malia's Mexican Restaurant, Nino's Pizza & Subs, and the Den Cafe.

Fun on the Water

Brandywine is an all-sports lake offering lots of activities to keep residents busy! Watersports like kayaking, boating, canoeing, and swimming are popular here.

Before you head out onto the water, make sure you grab a rod and reel! Anglers can expect to catch catfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and bluegill.

What's Nearby?

One popular attraction is the Timber Ridge Ski Area, where visitors can rent some skis and head down the slopes.

Another is the Shamrock Hills Golf Club, where visitors can grab a club and test their skills out on the green.

Visit Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo makes for a great day trip, with plenty of things to do indoors and out!

The Kalamazoo Nature Center spans 1,100 acres with an 11-acre arboretum, 11 nature trails, and the Delano Pioneer Homestead. The Interpretive Center features its award-winning "Nature Up Close" hall, interactive exhibits, three-story tropical rainforest, a bug house, and seasonal butterfly and hummingbird garden.

The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts features more than 5,000 works of fine art in its permanent collection for visitors to enjoy. It also has touring and collective exhibitions in 10 galleries, offers four art classes at the Kirk Newman Art School and highlights local artists in the KIA Gallery Shop.

The Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum has been voted the "Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners" and "Best Place to Spend a Day with Your Family," making it a must-see. It features more than 100 air and space artifacts, rides, Full-Motion Flight Simulators, a theater, historical exhibits, and educational activities.

After a long day of exploration, be sure to enjoy a meal at one of the many delicious restaurants in the city. Highly-rated options include Crow's Nest, The Studio Grill, Kalamazoo Beer Exchange, Erbelli's Gourmet Pizza, and Bell's Eccentric Cafe.

Fun and Relaxing

Those looking for the perfect balance of fun and relaxation will love living on Brandywine Lake!