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Why May Is an Ideal Time to Stay at Seagull Bay Lakeside Motel

For the Mamas Out There: This Promo Is Made for You!

Why May Is an Ideal Time to Stay at Seagull Bay Lakeside Motel

Winter is long in the Midwest. So May, with its daffodils, tulips, green grass, sunshine, and warm temperatures are a welcomed relief from the snow.

So why do you feel weighed down?

You’re a busy mom. Whether you work outside or inside the home you’re on call CONSTANTLY.

Packing lunches…

Doing countless loads of laundry…

Unpacking backpacks to only pack them again…

You know school will be out soon, but right now it’s go, go, go.

You need a break. A time to recharge before busting into the summer season. A few days to let your brain rest.

We know firsthand what you’re going through. When we bought Seagull Bay our oldest son, Axel, was not a year old, and our son Ridge was born just two weeks after we closed on the sale. Yup – two weeks!

A few short months ago we welcomed a 3rd son, Banks Emmanuel Carrier, born February 1, 2022. And we just started moving into our new home!

So, like you, we know busy! We also know the gift of family and the help they provide. We couldn’t do without them and the hours upon hours of childcare they’ve helped with. That’s why we wanted to do something special this May.

In honor of Mollie and all her hard work as a mom…

In honor of family members, who’ve helped care for our boys while we were busy greeting guests, cleaning rooms, and fixing boilers…

In honor of all the mothers and grandmas…

We want to celebrate you! Because “M” is for May. And May is for mamas.

We invite you to stay with us for 10% OFF! This promotion is valid throughout the ENTIRE month of May, excluding Memorial day weekend.

Stay at Seagull Bay – A Lakeside Motel in May and receive 10% off!

(excludes Memorial Day weekend and family units and can not be used in conjunction with another promotion)

Use promo code: MAMAS22

Because we all deserve a little extra time for self-care – especially you hard-working mamas.

Imagine this.

Easing into your morning with a steaming hot cup of coffee as you watch the sunrise over Madeline Island. ALONE. No interruptions. With HOT coffee. And the only noise you hear is the sound of birds chirping and singing.

Spend your day on your schedule – instead of having your day dictated by soccer practice and school pick-up. Be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves lapping onto the shore – in sheets you didn’t have to wash. In a bed that you didn’t have to make.

Seagull Bay is uniquely seated just above the shores of Lake Superior with a view from every room. A view that is waiting for you to cast your eyes on.

Over the winter we’ve been working hard to renovate some of our rooms. We’ve added modern touches that blend with that old-school charm we are known for.

But our rooms are only the START of your Bayfield getaway.

What things are there to do in Bayfield in May?

We’re glad you asked.

The Madeline Island Marathon and Half-Marathon on May 21, 2022.

Madeline Island is the largest of the Apostle Islands. And it boasts a flat landscape that is friendly to all who take part.

Haven’t trained for the marathon? Or running is not your thing? Take the Madeline Island Ferry over to the town of LaPointe anyway. Within walking distance from the ferry are shops, galleries, a museum, and restaurants.

“M” is also for mountain biking. Bayfield is home to CAMBA’s Mt. Ashwabay Trail Cluster. While many of the CAMBA and other nearby trails are still drying out, Mt. Ashwabay’s elevation and sandy soil means it’s often the first trail system to open.

Bayfield is becoming a destination for bikers all around the Midwest. And it’s host to the annual CAMBA Women’s MTB Clinic North. This popular event starts Friday, May 13th, and goes to Sunday, May 15th. The clinic is full, but you can still enjoy the trails. Bike rentals are available at Howl Adventure Center.

This next one doesn’t start with “M,” but it’s worth mentioning.

Hauser’s Superior View Farm and Apfelhaus Cidery. A Bayfield staple for over 5 generations, this family-owned farm, features bare-root perennials, annuals, a wholesale greenhouse, and hazelnut seedlings. The infamous “Red Barn Plant Sale” starts May 1 and runs through Memorial Day.

Memorial Day weekend is the weekend that kicks off the summer season in Bayfield. This weekend Bayfield swings open its doors inviting you to come to relax and enjoy:

“The Best Little Town in the Midwest” – Chicago Tribune.

What can you expect during Memorial Day weekend? Apple blossoms!

The sweet-smelling pink and white blossoms dot the hills of Bayfield. Although we can’t exactly predict when the orchards will be in full bloom, there is a good chance you’ll see and smell them at the end of May.

We know our promotion doesn’t include Memorial Day weekend. But our promise of providing you with a hassle-free Bayfield vacation experience remains.

And in case May doesn’t quite fit your schedule, “Bayfield in Bloom” falls just after Memorial Day weekend.

Starting on June 3rd and ending June 12th, this city-wide event, features garden tours and the Blessing of the Fleet. Visit the Bayfield Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Bayfield Is Waiting for You

May is an ideal time to enjoy Bayfield before the hustle and bustle of the summer season. Come and enjoy an extra night on us. Book your room now to rest, relax, and restore at Seagull Bay Lakeside Motel.

Book your stay at Seagull Bay – A Lakeside Motel in May and receive 10% off!

(excludes Memorial Day weekend and family units and can not be used in conjunction with another promotion)

Use promo code: MAMAS22

We’ve been waiting all winter to share our hometown with you!

Mollie, Issac, Axel, Ridge, and Banks

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