Are you a Michigan-based wizard or witch in search of a school that understands your unique needs? Look no further than the Great Lakes State! Michigan is home to some of the most magical locations in the country, and we've compiled a list of the top 5 cities and towns that could be the perfect home for a Hogwarts-style school of magic and wizardry.

Charlevoix, Michigan's Castle Farms

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Castle Farms on Youtube / Canva
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  • We have to start with the most obvious choice: Castle Farms in Charlevoix. There's a ton of room on this estate, stunning gardens, and intricate stonework. It has a dragon! It's easy to see why some may believe this castle was designed specifically for magical students. Its rich history makes it Michigan's ideal location for a school of magic. See a full gallery of this enchanted location below.

Frankenmuth, Michigan's Bavarian Inn Castle

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John Kish on YouTube
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  • The Bavarian Inn Castle Frankenmuth is already known for its architecture, so it's no surprise that it has a castle of its own. With its towering turrets and impressive stonework, it would make the perfect home for a magical school. Plus, the nearby river would provide plenty of opportunities for water-based magic lessons and the students could get out some energy on the waterslide.

Eaton Rapids' English Inn

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  • The English Inn in Eaton Rapids may not look like a traditional castle, but with its Tudor-style architecture and sprawling gardens, it certainly has a magical feel. The inn's luxurious accommodations and stunning views of the Grand River would make it the perfect location for a magical school.

Holly's Historic Holly Hotel

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Kate Brown on YouTube / Canva
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  • The Historic Holly Hotel in Holly may not have turrets and towers, but its Victorian-style architecture and rich history make it feel like a castle. Plus, with its rumored ghostly inhabitants, the Holly Hotel would provide plenty of opportunities for lessons in divination and the dark arts.

Mackinac Island's Grand Hotel

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Grand Hotel on Vimeo
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  • Mackinac Island's Grand Hotel may not be a traditional castle, but its stunning architecture and luxurious amenities make it feel like one. The Grand's lake views and rich history would make it the perfect location for a magical school.

So there you have it: the top 5 cities and towns in Michigan that could be the perfect home for a Hogwarts-style school of magic and wizardry. Whether you're a young witch or wizard looking for a place to learn, or an adult seeking a magical community, Michigan has everything you need to live an enchanted life.

Charlevoix's Castle Farms - Michigan's Hogwarts?

Michigan's Charlevoix Farms has served in many different capacities since it was built in 1918. See it now and then, as we explore the History of Michigan's Hogwarts, Castle Farms, in pictures.

Gallery Credit: Scott Clow

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