Cellar 1914 & Shooks Farm in Central Lake

Cellar 1914 at Shooks Farm

If you know, you know. Cellar 1914 at Shooks Farm, a 1,100-acre century-old family operation, reinvented itself by adding vines and wines to it’s stage.

That, plus glamping in the cherry orchard, well, this isn’t your grandma’s farm.

Today, they get high marks for a friendly welcome, unique wines and ciders, and an ever-evolving calendar of fun things to do. No doubt, this Northern Michigan winery is on the map.

The Experience at Cellar 1914

THE VIEWS: On tap: wide-lens views of the farm from the back deck, with Lake Michigan off in the distance. Stick around and watch the sunset.

THE TASTING ROOM:  people who might just start talking about the farm’s backstory are the ones pouring your drinks. Pro tip: Order “The Lug” flight to taste five wines and five ciders if you to really understand what they do here.

THE FARM: 1,100 acres of orchards, vineyards, and cherry trees will make an impact on anyone. Wander past old tractors, say hello to the farm animals as you explore.

CHERRY ORCHARD GLAMPING: Wake up among the cherry trees at Cellar 1914. Their glamping tents give you cozy bedding, farm views, and sunrise over the orchards. If you want four walls, there’s a vacation rental too.

SPECIAL EVENTS: Pick your pleasure: live music and food trucks summer Friday and Saturday nights. They’re always dreaming up new ways to celebrate: line dancing under the stars, farm yoga, the Christmas tractor-light parade, even a Frostbite Trail dinner, complete with snowshoing and cozy fire pits.

U-PICK CHERRIES & FLOWERS: July is cherry season. Grab a bucket, head to the orchard, and U-pick the cherries right off the branch. When the flowers bloom, u-pick sunflowers and wildflowers are at your service. July for the wildflowers, with sunflowers joining in August.

YARD GAMES: Tetherball, cornhole, and whatever else they dream up. The games rotate with the seasons, so go ahead, get up and play.

Insider Tips

• Perfect for kids with open spaces and games
• Dogs welcome outdoors
• Plenty of picnic spots with shade
• Snacks and drinks available
• Bring your own food except during food truck days (summer Fridays and Saturdays)
• Wheelchair-friendly paths and parking
• Use the Petoskey Wine Region Passport to save

The Story Behind It

Great Grandpa Vet Shooks spotted a wild cherry tree thriving on this hillside in 1914. Impressed by the fruit, he bought 60 acres and started a cherry farm.

Four generations later, his great-grandsons planted wine grapes in 2015, expanding the farm’s legacy. The tasting room was built to honor both the past and future of this family land.

When to Visit

No off-season here. Summer brings music, food, cherries. Fall offers mazes and colorful leaves. Winter means snowshoe trails and fireside cider. Spring wakes up everything with blooms and deck-side sipping.

Make It a Day

Visit nearby Torch Lake, stroll through downtown Central Lake, or explore King Orchards for more local flavors.