W.K.Kellogg Biological Station

3700 E. Gull Lake Dr., Hickory Corners, MI 49060
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Located at Michigan State University's W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, the KBS Conference Center is a year-round venue for meetings, conferences, seminars, trainings, receptions and retreats. Situated on 32 acres along beautiful Gull Lake, the facility utilizes several buildings once part of a summer estate belonging to cereal pioneer W.K. Kellogg.

When hosting functions, guests may choose from relaxing, contemporary spaces including the KBS Auditorium, Terrace Room and Carriage House classroom, as well as unique areas such as the W.K. Kellogg Manor House, a historical attraction, and the rustic Spruce Lodge, located at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.


Local: (269) 671-5117

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Review Rating: 5 out of 5
scott r | August 2026
Beautiful house in a beautiful setting
This place is almost magical given the comb or architecture and setting. Really enchanting. The tour is self-guided and while there is information scattered about, sometimes you wish there was a...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Melissa H | July 2025
Absolutely stunning manor house
What a beautiful manor house, perfectly maintained. The furnishings and decor are gorgeous, as are the grounds. I loved that we could do a self-guided tour. Bring your walking shoes if you plan on...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Victor E | May 2025
Beautiful Tudor architecture in a beautiful setting on Gull Lake
WK Kellogg may have referred to this home as his "cottage", but at 15,000 square feet on the highest knoll above Gull Lake, it is a sight to behold. The property is currently managed by Michigan...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
jamesmueller56 | August 2024
A GEM. Thanks to it's owners.
We arrived early to Battle Creek, MI as part of our driving vacation today. We looked for things to do nearby and found this GEM. The W. K. Kellogg Estate is beautiful and glorious. After almost 100...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
868sheryls | October 2023
Peace and Beauty
This was a wonderful stop while on a motorcoach trip. Such a beautiful and lovely place. Very interesting to learn of Will Kellogg and his life. The grounds were beautiful. So peaceful. I loved it...

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Overall Rating: 4.6 out of 5

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What's Nearby

Museums
Historic Sites
W.K. Kellogg Manor House
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Outdoors
Hiking
W. K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
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The Dock at Bayview
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Golfing
Inn at Gull Lake
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Gull Lake View Golf Club & Resort
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