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Sweetfern Inn

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Clare with free breakfast

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Exterior
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Exterior
Interior entrance
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

Explore the area

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4675 S Eberhart Ave, Clare, MI, 48617
  • Place, Lake Enola
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Snow Snake Ski and Golf
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Valley View

Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Valley View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Clare

At Sweetfern Inn you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Lake Enola and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Gerrish Railroad Roadside Park. Highlights at this B&B include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers a library, gas grills and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this Clare B&B, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Clare County Historical Society and Museum and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from West Trout Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Enola - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Snow Snake Ski and Golf - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Soaring Eagle Waterpark - 26 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Central Michigan University - 28 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort - 28 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Sweetfern Inn

Bed & breakfast in Clare with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. A library, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Sweetfern Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Clare bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Sweetfern Inn offers 3 accommodations. This Clare bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Sweetfern Inn Clare
Sweetfern Inn Bed & breakfast
Sweetfern Inn Bed & breakfast Clare

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sweetfern Inn?

Sweetfern Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweetfern Inn?

As of 20 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweetfern Inn on 25 Dec 2025 start from AU$199.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sweetfern Inn?

Yep, Sweetfern Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Sweetfern Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is offered on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sweetfern Inn?

No, Sweetfern Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sweetfern Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sweetfern Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sweetfern Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I'd come back in a heartbeat!

The hosts were earnest and charming. The room was spacious and extremely comfortable. Breakfast was lovely. The location was bucolic, and only a few miles from my meetings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel, Orland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This B&B is in the country but less than a half hour to Clare where many options for dinner and entertainment are found. The home itself is very clean and the hosts are quite likeable. The breakfast was delicious including home made bread and jam and lemon curd of all things! Potatoes, bacon, eggs - and great conversation with the hosts. Thanks for your hospitality Bill & Barb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Everything was excellent. We'll certainly be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Hosts were fabulous!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Barb and Bill are great people, they made us feel right at home. The breakfast was a delicious home cooked meal. The place itself is very comforting and peaceful. Jamie and Stacy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice visit in the country!

Jessica was very accommodating and friendly at this bed and breakfast. Great cook as well! Everything was made from scratch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jess was absolutely fantastic! She has such a warm and friendly personality, and the breakfast she prepared was simply delicious. I only wish I could have stayed longer! The home and property are gorgeous, and my room had the most amazing view. Plus, the bed was incredibly cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Barb and Bill are lovely hosts. The accommodations were great, clean and beautifully appointed. Breakfast was delicious. I couldn't have been more pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at Sweetfern INN. The owners are the nicest hosts you could ask for. We were last minute online bookers, so kinda popped in unexpectedly, but they welcomed us and quickly got our room ready for us. We sat and chit chatted for a bit upon arrival and discovered my husband went to school with some of their family. Our room was clean and comfortable. Drinks and snacks were provided in room as well as a small dining area across the hall which included a microwave, small fridge, and coffee pot. The bathroom clean and spacious. Breakfast was made shortly after we woke… homemade sourdough pancakes, fresh fruit and bacon with choice of drinks. We sat in the kitchen and talked with the owners while they prepared breakfast then the four of us sat for a family styled breakfast. Absolutely loved the feel of a family style breakfast and conversation. We will definitely stay again when in the area. Highly recommend the Sweetfern Inn. PS thank you for the recommendation of the Anderson and Girls Orchards. We loved it. Truly was not expecting the small zoo feel of it! We love visiting zoos and this was a fun addition to our anniversary weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming bed and breakfast. Extremely comfortable beds and pillows. Delicious home cooked breakfast with farm fresh ingredients with house made bread and jam. Wonderful owners!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were wonderful. They went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Larry, Ypsilanti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024