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  How to Prepare Your Vacation Home for the Off Season (Fall/Winter) — A Luxury Owner’s Checklist As the golden leaves fall and guest bookings slow, luxury vacation homeowners must shift focus: from hosting to protecting. Off‑season preparation isn’t simply about closing up — it’s about safeguarding your investment, maintaining pristine condition, and seizing opportunities for bookings in the colder months. At Beachwalk Properties, we consider this transitional period just as critical as peak season operations. Below is a luxury owner’s off‑season checklist, written from years of managing high-end properties in Michigan’s

Welcome to Your Fall Coastal Adventure Autumn brings crisp air, golden leaves, and fewer crowds—making it the perfect time for a road trip from New Buffalo up through Western Michigan’s lakeshore. This route from New Buffalo → St. Joseph → South Haven → Holland → Grand Haven offers beaches, lighthouses, fall color, local food, and boutique towns. Beachwalk Properties is your guide for where to stay, what to eat, and what not to miss. Route & Must-See Stops Along the Way Here are great stops you’ll want to build into