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Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!

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Lake Michigan Sunset- view from the bluff
View from the bluff - Hydro power plant inlet
Deck
queen size sofa bed
Bedroom 3-2 fulls, 1 twin

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Summit Township Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic White Pine Village
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pere Marquette River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!

3 night minimum, summers-
2 night minimum, September-October
This vacation home sits on a grassy 4 acre lot with beautiful views of Lake Michigan, both from the front yard- overlooking the Hydro Power Plant inlet, Pentwater and Silver Lake Sand Dunes, and the back yard 170 ft bluff - with views of the Ludington Lighthouse.
The back yard is tiered down to the wooded bluff- a great place to string up your hammock, or enjoy the patio furniture- and is teeming with wildlife ( deer, birds, red fox, bald eagles all frequent the property) The newly redone covered deck houses a large Weber Grill. Newly added enclosed Hot tub off the lower level gameroom.
Feeling adventurous? Take a hike down the bluff on the rustic switchback trail to access the private, sugar sand beach! Take a walk along the shore, or take a swim in the sheltered, shallow lagoon.
Don't want to work that hard? Take the short 2.5 mile drive South to the Summit township park- with a playground, tennis courts, pavilion, bathhouse and beach- or North to the Buttersville Beach. Stop in for a visit to the White Pine Historic Village on your way.
The overlook to the Reservoir is directly across the street, which adjoins to the Mason County Picnic Area, which houses one of the top rated Disc Golf Courses in the State. Another couple miles to the East is the Lakeside Links Public Golf Course. Ludington, and the State Park are a short 10 minute drive to the North, and the quaint village of Pentwater is a 15 minute drive to the South.
The newly remodeled home offers over 2500 sq ft for your family to enjoy. The upstairs houses a full bath - tub/shower and dual vanity,- and 4 well sized bedrooms.:
BR 1 - 1 King - sleep number with adjustable base
BR 2- 2 Full , sleep number mattresses
BR 3 - 2 Full, 1 Twin
BR 4 - 4 Twin
-The main floor is an open floorplan with:
-Updated Kitchen with 2 bar areas - gas stove/double oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
-Dining Room with farmhouse table
-Living Room with queen size sofa bed, fireplace, and views of the lake, opening out to the deck
- Half Bath
Downstairs, houses the laundry room/ bath, with washer, dryer, utility sink ,toilet and extra shower. New in 2022, the lower level has been finished off into a gameroom with a pool table, kitchenette,( fridge, coffee pot, microwave)70 inch TV, fooseball, convertible sofa , and recliners. Indoor Hottub off the lower level gameroom.
This is a great property. Close to so many attractions, yet quiet and private, with phenomenal views of the Lake Michigan sunsets!
This is a 100% smoke free property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets must be approved. No cats due to allergies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking of any kind on premises!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Lake Michigan and Dumaw Woodland Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Sandcastles Children's Museum and Amber Elk Ranch. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Summit Township Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Historic White Pine Village - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 5 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Buttersville Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 9 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cluck Bucket - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families! on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$1,843, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Private, Lakeshore Home- perfect for large families! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ludington holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Buttersville Park and Pere Marquette River. Summit Township Park and Historic White Pine Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a great spot not far from the lake. Nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The high vantage point 175 feet above Lake Michigan gives you a perfect view. The living room and Kitchen are good sized. If you can make it down the goat path to the private shoreline it is a perfect beach. However, the 175 ft walk down to that beach was too treacherous for the two senior citizens in our group to attempt. The steep climb back up would be too strenuous. If your party has younger fit members enjoy this location completely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelika K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Very relaxing long weekend. Love the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

My family of 7 stayed for 4 nights and enjoyed the fire pit, spacious bedrooms, beautiful views and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Great location. Enjoyed the time spent there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

We had everything we needed for a wonderful family getaway at the Lake. The hike down and back from the beach was challenging but worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay

Overall an amazing weekend. The house were great communicators and we're very generous to allow us to stay at their property. Couldn't have asked for a better weekend! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!!!

So happy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of heaven

Amazing property and huge house that could easily sleep and extended family or two families with kids. Great deck off the back that overlooks the lake with a fire pit for sunsets. A good walk/hike to the beach with a HUGE payoff of a private beach with shelter. Plae was an amazing place for us to celebrate our 20th anniversary with our family and dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with fantastic overlook.

Terry and Ron were great hosts, their property is lovely, a true family cottage on Lake Michigan. The hike to the beach is a rustic footpath and a bit of a work out, but well worth it for the private beach with shade structure. We spent most of our time on the back deck playing games and down by the bonfire pit in our hammocks. The cottage has comfy beds, a fully stocked kitchen, and brand new appliances including a propane grill. The multiple bathrooms were great for our large group. We had a great time learning about the hydroelectric power plant next door, if you’re into engineering you have to check out the lookout and information boards. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of space for the whole family

We celebrated the holidays with our family at this property. That means 9 adults, 3 teens, and 3 children. All except one of the adults stayed overnight and everyone was very comfortable. There was plenty to do. The kids and adults alike had fun with the pool and foosball table. The host left lots of board and card games. Everyone had a great time! We were there in the winter, and didn’t have enough time to really take advantage of the beach, hot tub, or fire pit. Maybe next time. Our dog had fun watching for deer and other wildlife out the windows. Beautiful view of the lake. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday, Beach and Beyond

The house is perfect for family groups coming and going. I rented this property for three weeks and many people visited me while back in MI where I am from. The kitchen is equipped with everything known to Ina Garten. There are plenty of towels for bath, beach and hot tub. We had s’mores every night around the perfect fire pit. But, the view and beach are the things to applaud. The privacy is extraordinary from the porch to the yard and you have hundreds of feet of private beach. The White sand and clear water, sunny days and sunsets were exactly what we ordered. Yes, the hill from the beach was a trip but the young people took it as a challenge and 3 minutes 40 seconds was the time to beat. At 78, I moved slower at about 15 minutes, but managed it once a day. I considered it my regular workout and felt good about that. Kerry and Ron were delightful and accommodating and made all the details easy. Ludington is a fun little town but we rarely left the beach and the view. There is a fabulous “Fresh Fish” market 2 miles away. It was a sad day when I had to leave.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family vacation!!

We had such a great time! The view was beautiful. We spent most of our time down at the private beach. We went up and down the hill multiple times a day. Yes, it was a workout, but it made the beach that much better. We all feel more in shape after the week. Our 2 year old was able to climb some of the stairs herself, but we had to hold her most of the time. Our 6 and 8 year old had no problems. The hot tub was so amazing! The house was loaded with stuff and was very homey. Grateful for all of the towels. We met Kerry and she was very nice. The homeowners had a family emergency so we didn’t feel the need to bother them (I hope he is doing alright.) We couldn’t figure out how to press play on blue ray player. The remote didn’t work, we tried replacing the batteries, but were stuck on the movie menu screen. Also the grill didn’t work well, it seems like the regulator was bad, it only let out a small amount of propane. None of that mattered, but I figured I’d let you guys know. Thank you for everything!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

A guest from Troy, MI L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very good overall

The location was perfect with the most breathtaking views of Lake Michigan from the backyard.The bluff stairts were easy to go down but a good workout coming back up .The lake was beatiful.The fireplace on the backyard was amazing we really enjoyed it and also the gas grill where we cooked mostly .Enough space for the kids to play outside.Very quite and private area. It was close to some amenities that we wanted to do.Outside overall was more than i was expecting.Back inside we had enough space for all of us.The beds on three bedrooms not very comfortable,we all complained of back pain waking up in the morning.Bathrooms including the toilets and shower /and shower tub need major updates.they were not looking good.They charge a cleaning fee but i hope they use it for good in the future but it was so dusty under the beds ,on all bedrooms as well and the floors needed a good mop and clean .Kitchen had everything you need to cook or use but we bought and use the disposable ones.Good selection of coffee and tea was another thing that we liked .I would book in the future just for the views and for the outdoor space and the lake ,not for the inside .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem of Ludington

Million dollar view! Each evening we enjoyed watching sunsets from the rocking chairs on the bluff. The private beach was amazing! There was a trail with stairs down to the beach with strategically placed benches for resting. The climb down to and up from the the beach was strenuous, however it was well worth it. They have a paddle boat and a nice shade structure that had plenty of chairs, so once we were at the beach we just spent the entire day there. The hosts were so kind and thoughtful! It was my parent’s 50th anniversary, so they left flowers, a card, and a gift basket. We were a group of 12 and they made sure to set out enough chairs for us on the deck and at the campfire site for which they provided the the wood and sticks to stir the fire. Additionally, they stocked the house well with plenty of dishwasher soap, laundry soap, hand soap, shampoos, conditioners, toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towel and trash bags...all items I usually have to bring along to most vacation homes. The kitchen was also well stocked with enough cook ware, dishes, and utensils. We especially enjoyed using the large gas grill on the back porch. The open floor plan and furnishing were fantastic for our large group. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. They have a huge front lawn and have lots of lawn games available. Just down the road there is a trail to the hydroelectric power plant that you hike with a fantastic overlook of the reservoir and all of the bay. Additionally, there is a frisbee golf course next to the hydroelectric plant. This is a gem of a vacation spot with wonderful hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lewis J.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not worth the price. Technically "lakefront" but actually located on a cliff overlooking the lake.

The property is next to the Ludington pumping station (which is loud) and oversees the lake. There is an approximately 300 foot vertical primitive, switchback trail to reach the beach which is totally unsafe for small children. We were the first people to rent this property which we were not told until we arrived the first night and met the owners. There is a fairly busy highway that is directly in front of the house. The owners were forthright with the fact that there was no AC in the house but we were reassured that it is typically cooler by the lake. It was very uncomfortable inside the house during the day when the temperature would reach over 80 degrees. There are ceiling fans in the bedrooms but most of these fans have been improperly installed and they swivel uncontrollably and make a very loud noise which made them unusable. There is hardly any water pressure throughout the house which makes it difficult to do dishes or take a shower. The hot water heater barely works so do not expect to have a hot shower. The 1/2 bathroom toilet on the first floor stopped flushing after initial use which required us to have the owner come by to repair the next day. The owners were attentive to our concerns regarding the toilet malfunction. There were ants throughout the house and the floors were somewhat dirty. There is a TV (no antenna) on the first floor with a DVD player. There is terrible cell phone reception so if you try and use your phone as a "hot spot", good luck. The property was taken off the VRBO website for over a month prior to our arrival. We were told that the owners were refinancing the property and that they were advised to take it off the VRBO website for whatever reason. As far as I can tell, the property has not reappeared on the website. The price per night is way overpriced. Only three of the four burners on the range work and the grill does not work. For the condition and location of the house, we did not feel that this rental was worth the amount of money that we spent. The outside of the house appears somewhat disheveled. The house is advertised as a lakeshore property with beach access. This is technically true but, in reality, is misleading. Unless your children are capable of using bungee cords to climb and you don't mind a 15-20 minute vertical descent/ascent to and from the beach, I would not recommend renting this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

We had a fantastic time here. This location is gorgeous and we took advantage of the sunsets over the lake, bonfires on the bluff, and hike down to the water. The house was stocked with all the essentials and some extras which made cooking super easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great private sandy beach!

House had plenty of space for the kids to play games. Plenty of yard space to play games. Nice location. Owners did a walk through and showed us all the features of the property. Great family get together Location. Plenty of seating for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations for beautiful lake house getaway

This was a perfect, quiet spot for our family vacation. Clean, comfortable sitting spaces and well-equipped kitchen. Beautiful view and yard. Fun game room. Enjoyed the park space around the neighboring pump storage facility. The hike to the waterfront may not be for young children, but we and our dog enjoyed it and the beautiful private beach. Short drive to town and grocery for everything needed. Warm welcome by the hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view and comfortable home

Very nice large home for family and friends gathering. We had an excellent time. The hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view!

We had a great stay! Kerry and Ron were great showing us around when we got there. Included all the needed amenities for our family! Hike to beach was a trek, but worth it and view from backyard was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly Private Property on Lake Michigan

Our family of 3 adult couples couldn't have been happier with this choice for a long weekend. The house gave us plenty of space to spread out, both inside and out. There were enough lawn games to keep us occupied for an afternoon, the private beach was an awesome place to spend the day all by ourselves, and the kitchen had everything we needed for this family of foodies to easily cook meals together. Plenty of outdoor furniture made it easy to relax and watch the sunset before gathering around the campfire. The rec room downstairs with the giant TV and games table, along with a great selection of board games made it easy to spend the day inside the day it rained. Regarding the walk down to the beach - for us it turned out to be less daunting than we thought it would be when first looking at it, well worth the trek.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star Vacation

Our family of 9 spent the long weekend on this property and have memories that will last a lifetime. Everyone had more than enough room and the house was clean. Kitchen was equipped for our large meals. The view off the bluff in the backyard is breathtaking. Be warned the hike down to the beach is nothing compared to the hike back up but is completely worth it. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy us your little oasis!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family vacation

What a wonderful place for our annual family vacation! The property was beautiful. The trek down to the beach was an adventure, but the view, water and beautiful sandy beach was worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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