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Berry in Germfask, MI

Berry is an assisted living community in Germfask, MI.

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638 Grant Road, Germfask, MI 49836

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4.6 from 98 reviews
5 stars
77
4 stars
12
3 stars
4
2 stars
1
1 stars
4

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Berry Costs & Pricing

In Berry, the monthly rental costs for various room types reflect a broader range compared to both Schoolcraft County and the state of Michigan. For studios, prices span from $4,295 to $9,095, indicating significant variability based on amenities or location within Berry. Similarly, one-bedroom units also show a wide range - between $5,095 and $8,595 - suggesting that factors such as size and building quality play a crucial role in pricing. In contrast, two-bedroom apartments are priced at a flat rate of $6,195, which is notably higher than the average costs in Schoolcraft County at $5,495 and Michigan's average of $3,523. Overall, while Berry's prices tend to exceed its immediate surroundings and state averages for all unit types examined, this premium may reflect the desirability or specific offerings of living in this area.

Floor plansBerrySchoolcraft CountyMichigan
Studio$4,295 to $9,095$4,515$3,824
1 Bedroom$5,095 to $8,595$5,166$3,384
2 Bedrooms$6,195$5,495$3,523

Overall Review of Berry

differentiator 38 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is repeatedly praised

Residents describe consistently clean rooms and cabins, often calling out that everything looks well kept.

Cleanliness comes up again and again, with multiple reviewers emphasizing that cabins and rooms are very clean on arrival and during their stay. Several also mention fresh towels, daily trash emptying, and the overall condition of the space. Even when reviews are mixed, cleanliness is still acknowledged in at least some cases.

common 34 reviews mention this

Hosts and communication stand out

Reviewers frequently highlight helpful, friendly owners and responsive communication during check-in and day-to-day questions.

A big theme is how accommodating the owners are, from being friendly at arrival to helping with practical details like TV and Wi‑Fi access. Reviewers also describe good communication and a warm, personal feel from the staff/owners. A few negative comments exist about friendliness, but the overall pattern in the reviews is positive.

common 22 reviews mention this

Pricing is described as reasonable

Many reviewers say the rates feel reasonable or affordable compared with other options they checked.

Cost is a recurring reason people recommend the property, with multiple reviews describing rates as very good, affordable, or a “great deal.” Some guests also compare pricing to other area motels/hotels and say the community is priced well for what they get. The reviews don’t suggest premium pricing as a theme; instead, value shows up repeatedly.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Mixed reviews on service

A small set of reviews express dissatisfaction with service and in-room management during their stay.

While most reviews are positive about hosts, a few guests report unacceptable service or say owners are not welcoming. One review specifically describes issues with how the cabin’s settings were handled when guests were away, and another points to problems with the room setup and comfort. These critiques stand apart from the many cleanliness and hospitality mentions.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Grace Lutheran Church (4.2 miles)
  • Germfask United Methodist Church (4.6 miles)
  • Curtis Baptist Church (7.1 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (7.6 miles)
  • Lakefield Baptist Church (10.1 miles)
  • Divine Infant of Prague (10.3 miles)
  • Wildwood Mennonite Church (12 miles)

Restaurants

  • Jolly Inn (4.5 miles)
  • Chet & Pat's Ice Cream Parlor (7.1 miles)
  • Kim's Tally Ho (7.2 miles)
  • Shipwreck Bar (7.2 miles)
  • Stampers Northern Lakes Restaurant (7.3 miles)
  • Dreamland Motel & Restaurant (7.6 miles)
  • Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn (7.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Health Mart Pharmacy (7.2 miles)
  • Curtis Family Pharmacy (7.3 miles)
  • Snyder Drug Store (21 miles)
  • Newberry Home Town Pharmacy (21.4 miles)
  • Putvin Health Mart Drug Store (23.3 miles)
  • Manistique Pharmaceuticals (23.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Manistique Lakes Family Clinic (7.2 miles)
  • West Mackinac Health Clinic (16.1 miles)
  • Helen Newberry Joy Hospital (21.3 miles)
  • Sault Tribe Community Health (23.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Moose Du Nord (8.8 miles)
  • Zellar's Restaurant (21.2 miles)
  • Three Seasons Cafe (22.1 miles)
  • The Grind Coffee House (23.2 miles)
  • Cedar Street Cafe & Coffee House (23.3 miles)

Parks

  • Luce County Park & Campground (10 miles)
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge (10.8 miles)
  • Fox River State Forest Campground (16.1 miles)
  • Lindsley Frenette Pines Park (20.2 miles)
  • Parks & Recreation Department (21.4 miles)
  • Manistique Roadside Park (23.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Rail Link (11 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (14.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (20.1 miles)
  • Schoolcraft County Airport (ISQ) (20.2 miles)
  • Luce County Airport (ERY) (22.5 miles)
  • Al's Taxidermy & Wildlife Art (23.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Gibson Family Health Center (21.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Tahqua-Land Theatre (21.7 miles)
  • Cedar Street Cinemas (23.2 miles)

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