Northaven Resort
Naturist club, Norvell TownshipOpen
Northaven Resort is open. Rated 4.6★ from 125 Google reviews; the newest review is from September 2026.
- 4.6★Average rating
- 125reviews
- September 2026Newest review
Updated 13 November 2026
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Details
- Status
- Open
- Address
- 11400 Waterman Rd, Brooklyn, MI 49230
- Phone
- +1517-273-0000
- Website
- northavenresort.com
- Newest review
- September 2026
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Before you go
- Arriving
You must check in by phone before arriving or in person at the general store upon entry; the owners offer free tours for couples interested in visiting first.
- Privacy
The resort's own website emphasises that guest safety and privacy are first priorities; a valid photo ID is required for all guests.
- First visit
Staff and members go out of their way to welcome newcomers; the owners host a newbie chat hour in the Hotel California Lounge to answer questions and explain what the resort offers.
- At the door
The resort requires phone reservations rather than online booking so staff can speak with all guests beforehand.
- Facilities
Amenities include a heated swimming pool, two volleyball courts, two pickleball courts, a gym, the Hotel California Lounge with a full bar and dance floor, a general store, showers and restrooms, fire pits, ponds, and over a mile of paved walking paths.
- Food and drink
The resort hosts themed dinners such as spaghetti nights and other communal meals; a general store stocks provisions.
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About Northaven Resort
Venue grounds and pond at night Google Photos marked Google come from Google Maps contributors. Your photo? Ask us to remove it.
Northaven Resort is Michigan's premier clothing-optional RV resort, situated on nearly 50 acres of rolling hills in the Irish Hills near Brooklyn. Founded in 1994 and recently revitalized by its current owners, the resort welcomes couples and single women for weekends filled with themed events, pool time, volleyball, pickleball, fitness, and evening entertainment in the Hotel California Lounge—a 3,400-square-foot venue with a full bar, dance floor, and games.
A typical visit involves checking in at the general store, touring the grounds, and settling into your accommodation before joining daytime activities like swimming or sports. Evenings centre on the lounge, where themed parties, live DJ sets, and socializing create the main energy. Weekdays are quieter; weekends buzz with larger crowds and more events. The resort prioritises a welcoming, judgement-free atmosphere where guests of all ages and body types mingle freely.
Most visitors rave about the cleanliness, friendly community, and thoughtful owners who make newcomers feel at ease. The resort suits curious first-timers, seasoned lifestyle couples seeking quality connections over volume, and naturists seeking a relaxed social environment. A small minority report management friction or feel the vibe skews older or quieter than expected, but the overwhelming consensus is positive.
- Who goes
- Couples and curious guests aged 21 to 80+, mostly from the Midwest; weekends attract larger crowds while weekdays are quieter.
- How opinion has moved
- Recent reviews show consistently high satisfaction (2025–2026), with praise for the new owners' improvements; one incident in August 2026 involving stern check-in enforcement stands out as a rare negative.
What guests love
- The grounds are exceptionally clean and well maintained throughout, with attractive landscaping and comfortable accommodations.
- The owners are genuinely welcoming, hands-on, and invested in making every guest feel comfortable and included.
- The daytime and evening activities—from volleyball and pool time to themed parties and live entertainment—keep guests engaged and entertained.
- Guests of all ages, body types, and experience levels feel accepted and at ease; the diverse, body-positive community sets a relaxed, non-judgmental tone.
- The Hotel California Lounge is a vibrant gathering space with excellent amenities, making evenings social and fun.
- Staff members (such as Michelle and George) are helpful, responsive, and attentive to guest needs and questions.
What guests complain about
- One guest reported being yelled at by a female owner for not checking in immediately upon arrival, creating an unwelcoming first impression despite apologising.
- Weekday attendance is low, so solo visits or off-peak weekends offer limited opportunity to meet other guests.
- Music selection in the lounge has occasionally disappointed older guests who prefer 1970s–1990s styles over modern club music.
- Older or more conservative guests may find the lifestyle aspect of the resort not aligned with their expectations if seeking purely naturist relaxation.
- The demographic is predominantly mature and white, which some visitors note does not reflect broader diversity.
- The resort's seasonal operation means it closes after autumn, limiting year-round access.
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Club facts, checked against sources
1 of 8 facts confirmed by two or more independent sources. Each fact shows who says it. Confirmed = two or more independent sources agree. Prices are per night at the door and change, so check the date.
- Membership
- Paid membership Confirmed Google reviews · August 2026Google Maps · August 2026
- Facilities
- Pool, Dance floor, Bar, Outdoor area, Lockers, Showers Club says Club website · November 2026
- Parking
- Free, on site Other sources say Google Maps · November 2026
- Wheelchair access
- Yes Other sources say Google Maps · November 2026
- Typical age
- Mixed Other sources say Google Maps · June 2026
- Minimum age
- 21 Club says Club website · November 2026
- Booking
- Required Club says Club website · November 2026
- Closed for good
- No Club says Club website · November 2026
Latest reviews from every source
I think this might be the most amazing place to hang out in Michigan. The owners are fantastic people and my only regret is not discovering Northaven sooner. That grounds and accommodations are clean, well kept, and it’s such a welcoming environment with lots to do. My wife and I cannot wait to come back next season!! If you come here and have a bad time, that’s on you.
Hello, this is what happened at Northaven Resort. Had 2 places reserved so my spouse and date could stay at one, and my date and I would stay at the other. My date and I went directly to our unit after just arriving and were reminded by my spouse that we needed to check in via text. My friend and I immediately got on the golfcart and headed up to the main office and came across the female owner on the way. She stoppe…
What a great experience. Extremely clean, great people, thoughtful accommodations. We were interested, guests, and members all in 24hrs because it’s just that good. Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
Hey, this place is fantastic. I just entertained there with my Dueling Piano show and this was the friendliest group you would imagine. It was my first time at one of these resorts and I gotta say I was comfortable very quickly.
My husband and I are in our 50's, we've never been nude before and decided to give it a try on a newbie weekend. We stayed in Park Model 1, which was in a perfect location. I forgot my blow dryer and when we went to the office and asked if they had one, it wasn't an issue, they had one delivered to our place quickly. Many members greeted us and made us feel comfortable, it was awesome, we didn't think we could go all…
First off i normally don’t do reviews or less it’s really bad but i must put a review down. Today my fiancé and I were heading back from vacation and wanted to explore something different on the way home rather than museums or parks. We have been curious on nudists resorts and saw they off a free tour without having to pay a fee to enter. We are both curious and also shy but nervous doing such things. The owners are…
My husband and I enjoyed a peaceful weekend away from our everyday grind! The resort provided everything we needed, it was extremely clean and maintained. Parties were pumpin’ and the people were fabulous! Owners were very kind and totally awesome! You must go! In a world where you can be anyone … Be YOURSELF, live without worry of others opinions!❤️
Absolutely amazing!! The owners were both so welcoming and involved in the everyday activities. Everyone at the resort were so nice! I HIGHLY recommend Northhaven especially for first timers. We cannot wait to go back!
Sources we checked
- Google Maps 4.6★ from 1251 reviews readnewest August 2023
- Reddit 10 reviews readnewest January 2024
- Google reviews 10 reviews readnewest September 2026
Review history
Each dot is one dated Google review (21 with stars). The line is the running average. Does the owner answer?
The owners actively reply to reviews on Google, defending the resort's standards in at least one case and thanking guests for positive feedback; they maintain an engaged, visible presence at the resort.
Rating spread
Written from the venue's newest Google reviews and its own website. We paraphrase, we never quote guests, and we never name anyone.
Sources for this text: Google Maps, Reddit, Google reviews, the club's own website, every review we hold.
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