Bay Valley Resort

Set across 200 acres of rolling fairways, wooded landscapes, and peaceful water views, Bay Valley Resort has been welcoming golfers and travelers since 1973. Today, the property stands at the intersection of rich history and meaningful revitalization. With a multi-phase renovation well underway, Bay Valley is embracing its legacy while elevating the experience for modern guests seeking comfort, quality, and connection.

The recent transformation begins on the golf course itself. Bay Valley’s Desmond Muirhead–designed 18-hole championship layout — the only Muirhead course in Michigan — is currently benefiting from the first stage of a major irrigation overhaul, along with the addition of modern turf equipment. These upgrades are already delivering improved consistency, healthier playing conditions, and enhanced overall playability. Sculpted bunkers, sweeping fairways, and strategic angles remain true to Muirhead’s imaginative design, but now with the added benefit of renewed infrastructure that supports premium conditions from tee to green.

Inside the resort, Heatherfields Restaurant has been reimagined with a refreshed identity and an elevated scratch-kitchen approach. Its field-to-fork philosophy highlights seasonal ingredients and thoughtful preparation, whether guests are starting the day with breakfast, lingering over lunch, or enjoying dinner overlooking the fairways. The updated dining experience complements ongoing improvements across guest rooms, event spaces, and shared amenities — all part of a broader vision to modernize the property while preserving its welcoming, Midwest character.

With 147 lodge-style guest rooms and suites, Bay Valley remains a natural gathering place for weddings, retreats, and weekend getaways. Guests can unwind in the indoor pool area as renovations progress, stroll the garden paths, or relax after a round in a setting designed to help them unplug and reconnect. Additional enhancements, including expanded wellness and recreational offerings, continue to shape the next chapter of the resort’s story.

Bay Valley Resort is more than a place to stay or play. It is a Bay City landmark, reimagined with intention. Rooted in community, guided by comfort, and driven by hospitality, the resort is once again ready to welcome golfers and travelers looking for a classic Michigan escape — refreshed for today and built for the future.