Baert Baron Mansion in Zeeland

The Baert Baron Mansion is a great place to stay while discovering Western Michigans shoreline or visiting family and friends who live here. The Baert Baron Mansion with its beautiful red Veneklasen brick was built by Dr. Daniel Baert in 1872.

The Baert Baron Mansion with its beautiful red Veneklasen brick was built by Dr. Daniel Baert in 1872. Truly this is a classic example of the rare French Italianate design of the Nineteenth century in Western Michigan. Nineteen beautiful made-to-order Romanesque styled arched beveled lead glass windows imported from Paris France were added in 1880 gracefully improved the mansions allure. A magnificent wrap-around porchgives the mansion a feeling of warmth and grace as guests look at the marvelous bird bath fountain placed on the north side of the grounds over 139 years ago. The mansion has over 4000 sq. ft. of living space volumes of stories hidden within its walls. Exquisite original antique leaded stained glass windows and hard wood floors welcome you upon entry through two massive oak doors that have stood the test of time. Guests may use the peaceful wraparound porch to take pleasure in the incredible flower gardens each morning where theycan sip rich coffee or tea or as a shady retreat on the warm summer afternoons while enjoying a fresh glass of lavender lemonade. Make your business trip more of a pleasure or celebrate a birthday. The Baert Baron Mansion is a great place to stay while discovering WesternMichigans shoreline or visiting family and friends who live here.