The best living experience in western Michigan
Kentland Communities is dedicated to providing the best living experience to residents in Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Ingham, Kent, Mason, Muskegon and Ottawa counties. With locations all over western Michigan, you'll be sure to find a Kentland community near you!
Allegan County
Allegan Forest |
Allegan County, located in the southwest part of Lower Michigan, has 25 miles of coastline along Lake Michigan and is the 18th largest county in Michigan. Still mostly rural in nature, maintaining an agriculture and tourist-based economy, Allegan County is one of the fastest growing regions of the state.
Close to the many Lake Michigan amenities, Orchard Hills Village can be found in Fennville in the western portion of Allegan County. The area offers fine golf courses, horseback riding, and hunting and game/bird watching at the nearby Todd Farm game preserve and Allegan Forest.
In the northeastern section of the county, Windsor Woods Village can be found in the growing community of Wayland. Known for providing a high quality, small town environment with the amenities of a larger community, Wayland is only 30 minutes south of Grand Rapids, 40 minutes north of Kalamazoo and 45 minutes east of Lake Michigan.
Allegan County
Allegan Area Chamber of Commerce
Allegan State Game Area
City of Fennville
City of Wayland
Fennville Public Schools
Wayland Union Schools
Western Michigan University
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Barry County
Gun Lake
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Barry County, located in central, southwestern Michigan, provides plenty of opportunity for all types of recreational activities. The main geographical features are the many lakes including Gun Lake, the largest inland lake in Southern Michigan.
The Village of Middleville, located in the Thornapple River Valley about 18 miles southeast of greater Grand Rapids, is home to Cider Mill Village. The natural environment within the river valley and adjacent ridgelines provides the Village of Middleville with natural charm and small town character.
Barry County
Village of Middleville
Thornapple Kellogg Schools
Barry County Chamber of Commerce
Barry County Michigan State University Extension
Thornapple River
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Berrien County
Warren Dunes |
Berrien County, located in the Southwestern corner of Michigan, is bordered on the west by 42 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. The county is a popular tourism destination, enhanced with unique farm markets throughout the area.
Tucked away in the southwest corner of Berrien County, Warren Dunes Village can be found in the quaint town of Bridgman. Only 25 miles from South Bend, Indiana, and 65 miles from Chicago, Illinois, Bridgman offers residents and guests something for everyone.
Berrien County
Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce
Bridgman Public Schools
Andrews University
Lake Michigan College
Western Michigan University Southwest Campus
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Calhoun County
Kelloggs of Battle Creek |
Located in southern Michigan, midway between Chicago and Detroit, Calhoun County offers the serenity of country living and the cultural and recreational amenities offered in urban settings at the junction of two major interstate freeways I-94 and I-69. While both rich in history and on the cutting edge of tomorrow's technology and development, Calhoun County prides itself on being the perfect place to live.
Battle Creek, home of The Kellogg Company, is also home to Hickory Hills Village. Richly endowed with lakes, rivers and streams, Battle Creek is situated 70 miles east of Lake Michigan at the confluence of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers.
Calhoun County
City of Battle Creek
Battle Creek/Calhoun County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce
Harper Creek Community Schools
Calhoun County Michigan State University Extension
Albion College
Kellogg Community College
The Kellogg Company
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Ingham County
East Lansing |
Located in the south central portion of Michigan's lower peninsula, Ingham County is the capital county of Michigan offering a wide variety of attractions for visitors, from history, culture, sports or relaxing at the beach.
Oak Island Village is nestled in East Lansing, known for its historic small-town atmosphere and cosmopolitan sophistication. With a mix of restaurants, shopping, art galleries and entertainment, downtown East Lansing has an upbeat and relaxed atmosphere.
Just minutes from Lansing and East Lansing, Sycamore Village is in the heart of Mason. Known for its historic charm and character, Mason serves as the county seat of Ingham County.
Ingham County
City of East Lansing
City of Mason
Michigan State University
Mason Area Chamber of Commerce
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
Bath Community Schools
Haslett Public Schools
Mason Public Schools
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Kent County
Grand Rapids |
Located in the western area of the state, Kent County is the fourth largest population center in Michigan. Kent County has over 50 parks offering a diverse range of entertainment options for every season.
Country Meadows Village and Dutton Mill Village are situated in the community of Caledonia, an ideal place to live, with a delightful balance between country and city. Located approximately 30 miles south of Grand Rapids, Caledonia has become significantly recognized as a Grand Rapids commuter city
Leisure Village is in the city of Belmont, known for its rolling plains and beautiful fields in the heart of Kent County.
Brookside Village is located in Kentwood, a southeastern suburb of Grand Rapids. With almost anything just a short drive or walk away, Kentwood is known for its convenient setting.
Pinebrook Village and Southwood Village are in Grand Rapids where there's always something for everyone, and all of it is close by. Friendly people, smiling faces and safe streets make Grand Rapids the Grand City of Michigan’s West Coast.
Kent County
Caledonia
City of Kentwood
Grand Rapids/Kent County Convention & Vistitors Bureau
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Plainfield Charter Township
Caledonia Community Schools
Rockford Public Schools
Kentwood Public Schools
Davenport University
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Valley State University
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Mason County
Ludington |
Located on the central, western coast of Michigan on Lake Michigan, Mason County is known as a special retreat that offers spectacular beauty, timeless charm, changing seasons and nearly unlimited activities. Mason County combines the pristine Lake Michigan coastline with prosperous farming communities inland to make it a popular vacation destination.
Tamarac Village is tucked in the friendly, small town of Ludington, where you'll find an activity to please all your senses from sunning, swimming, walking and kite flying to beach volleyball, wind surfing, dune hiking, and more.
Mason Area Chamber of Commerce
Ludington Area Chamber of Commerce
Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Ludington Area School District
Mason County Michigan State University Extension
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Muskegon County
Muskegon |
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan helps make Muskegon County a great place to live at any price. Muskegon County offers a variety of year-round activities from boating, camping, beach strolling and biking in the summer to cross-country skiing, ice skating and snow shoeing in the winter.
Apple Carr Village is located in the city of Muskegon where beautiful beaches, scenic forests, bountiful fishing, outdoor life and culture are at residents' fingertips. Muskegon is a progressive city that appreciates history while continuing forward growth and movement.
Muskegon County
Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Muskegon Area Chamber of Commerce
City of Muskegon
Muskegon Area Intermediate School District
Muskegon Community College
Baker College
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Ottawa County
Holland Tulip Festival |
As the 10th most populous county in the state, beautiful Ottawa County is located in the southwestern section of Michigan's lower peninsula bordering Lake Michigan. Ottawa County's convenient location and never-too-warm summer climate have made it a mecca for sportsmen and vacationers. With 307 miles of rivers and streams, two state parks, and over 5,000 acres of county parks and open space lands, visitors and residents alike have endless options to enjoy.
Holiday West Village and Waverly Shores Village are in Holland, the area known as a vacation playground. Year-round recreation, along with acres of beaches and parks, and festivals and events for every season, make the Holland area a great place to live!
Nestled on the western side of Ottawa County, West Olive Estates is in the town of West Olive.
Country Hills Village is set in Jamestown, a small, charter township named for four of the twelve first voters in the township, who shared the first name James.
Ottawa County
Holland Convention & Visitors Bureau
Jamestown Charter Township
West Ottawa Public Schools
Hudsonville Public Schools
Western Theological Seminary
Grand Valley State University
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