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Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Front of Eminence, right on the high bluff overlooking Lake Michigan!
Room with a view
Can’t get enough of this view!
Living room
Nice late August morning -2020

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Buttersville Park
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Studio

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open!

EMINENCE emi·nence
noun
Eminence is defined as a high, lofty place, an elevated land area, a piece of rising ground.

There is no better word to describe the location of this amazing property. The custom home, built in 2009, is situated high atop a bluff, just minutes from Ludington, and offers commanding views of Lake Michigan from nearly every room!

There are four bedrooms, including two master suites, both with king sized beds and full bathrooms. The master suite on the main floor provides direct access to your own private sitting area on the back deck overlooking the lake, inviting you to the day’s first cup of coffee. In addition to the suites, there are two other bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with four twin beds, which share access to the homes third full bathroom on the upper level. There is also a loft area furnished with a queen sleeper sofa.

The kitchen is superbly stocked for all your cooking and dining needs. There is an outdoor grilling space and fire pit too, perfect for s’mores as you watch another spectacular sunset reflect from the lake at the end of the day.

Enjoy the spacious living room for entertainment or just relaxing in front of the There is a lovely fireplace and 50” flat screen TV. The home is WiFi enabled and comes equipped with a washer and dryer as well. All the comforts of home await you!

New as of 1/1/2022....we now have a Ping Pong table, dart boards and card games in the basement for fun rainy / snowy day fun. We have tons of chairs down there. Great place to send the kiddos!

Note: We purchased this home in November 2015 and purchased all new furnishings. No weddings or events. Maximum of 12 guests. Our neighbors are full time residents and our guests shall respect the property lines at all times. We do not have any beach access. The beauty of our home is the view from atop the bluff.

We have a Ring Doorbell on the front porch and a Ring Camera on the back deck.

Thanks!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sandcastles Children's Museum and Amber Elk Ranch. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Historic White Pine Village - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Buttersville Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Home On A High Bluff Overlooking Lake Mich! Oct 2025 dates open! located?

This family-friendly Ludington holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic White Pine Village and Lake Michigan. Buttersville Park is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the beautiful view of Lake Michigan and the sunsets every night !!! Perfect house and location to gather and make great memories with family!!! Thank you for sharing your home with us .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Ludington Stay

This place was great, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

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

Family gathering

We had a small family gathering with our adult children. The view of Lake Michigan was amazing. The property is quiet and very relaxing. The house was super clean and well done.We enjoyed the location being close to Ludington with plenty to do. We will definitely consider this again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Great location to travel day trips

Great sunsets, and a great place to unwind from a busy work schedule.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Family vacation

We had the best time this past week in Ludington. Our house had amazing views of Lake Michigan and plenty of room for our whole family. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Spectacular Views and restful getaway

The views are stunning, from the moment you walk into the house. Loved the back porch and the fire pit. Spent many the hour just sitting and enjoying the sound of the waves and the views from the cliff overlooking Lake Michigan!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lydia H.

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

Ludington Getaway

House is very spacious and nicely decorated. Location and view is gorgeous. Plenty of room for 6 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh A.

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

Beautiful View of Lake Michigan

We had a really great stay. The house is beautiful, overlooking Lake Michigan. This is a perfect location for family and friends to all come together and enjoy each others company. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Fantastic visit

Great location. The views are fantastic and the house was perfect for our family. Family room furniture needs updating but still a 5 star stay. Thanks Heidi and Wayne for being great hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

Immaculate and clean!

The perfect family get away! A beautiful rocky beach with ease of access just behind this property on the dune! In between drives to Stearns and Pentiwater with scenic routes each way! The perfect et away with plenty of room! GREAT FOR FAMILIES!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Girls Weekend Getaway

We celebrated 50 years of friendship at Eminence and had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful, clean and very well appointed. We especially enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching the sunset. We also appreciated the proximity to the state park for hiking. Wayne and Heidi are great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Amazing

From the moment we walked in the door we were wowed. The property was amazing and felt like home. The views from the back porch were so beautiful. We spent much of time sitting on the porch, watching sunrises, enjoying mid day sunshine and watching the sun fall into the sparkling lake. It was a close distance to town which was convenient. The owners were easy to communicate with and have a gem in this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

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

FABULOUS

AMAZING! Seven girls in our group for my soon to be DIL bachelorette party! The owners go above and beyond with all of the details and supplies in their home. The views from every room in the house is spectacular!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Fabulous property!

Our family has a tradition of renting a home on Lake Michigan in the summer. This year, we were privileged to rent from Wayne and Heidi. Their home is well appointed, with a wonderful view of Lake Michigan from virtually every room. We enjoyed every minute, and hope we are able to stay there again in future years! Wayne and Heidi are great owners -- very responsive to questions, and great communicators. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim G., Rochester Hills, MI

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

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful week! There were 6 adults in our group. We were all very comfortable. Each couple had our own room along with our own bathroom. The view is breathtaking! The house was decorated beautifully and the furnishings were very comfortable. It would be a great set up for families with kids. The basement has a ping pong table and seating. We did a couple trip to view the beautiful colors. Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Beautiful house with a beautiful view

We just spent a truly amazing week at this house in Ludington--which was one of the cleanest houses we've rented--thank you Katie! And Heidi immediately responded to any question we had--thank you Heidi! The location was great--just about 5 minutes outside Ludington and only a mile from the closest beach. We were also only about 15 minutes from Hamlin Lake--which was MUCH warmer than Lake Michigan. However, the view of Lake Michigan, the sunset and the SS Badger Ferry was something we looked forward to seeing every evening from the lovely back porch/fire pit. We went sand dune riding in Silver Lake, rented a pontoon boat on Hamlin Lake--hung out at the sand dunes--and there are some really wonderful breweries in Ludington/Silver Lake/Manistee. It was just a terrific house and place to reconnect with our immediate family members. We will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

A Slice of Heaven

Before I talk about the house and property, I commend the ease and promptness of communication with Heidi, the home owner. She was pleasant and helpful with all questions and communications. The home was clean and nicely decorated. The back wall of the home was all windows, giving you a beautiful view of Lake Michigan, no matter where you were on the first floor. The beds in all of the bedrooms were comfortable and lent to very restful sleep, especially if you opened a window and listened to the waves hitting the beach.the kitchen was well stocked with flatware and cookware. There was a nice sized fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs and there were Duraflame starters supplied to make starting a fire very easy. We enjoyed two evenings of fires with a beautiful view of the moon reflecting on the lake. We had visitors daily from a brood of deer that seemed to live nearby. The drive to Ludington was a short 10 minute drive. So, grocery stores, drugstores and restaurants as well as shops and galleries were nearby. All of those things lead to a fantastic vacation on the shore of Lake Michigan. We highly recommend this wonderful property and are grateful to Heidi for sharing her home with us. All of those things lead to a wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a spectacular view. There were 7 of us and we all had plenty of space. Definitely would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, home has a great layout and would definitely stay there again. We also took part in a lot of what Ludington had to offer and had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for family vacation even if only to chill at the beautiful house all day, stay in jammies, enjoy the monarch butterflies, deer and bald eagles....and esp watch the unbeatable sunsets. Only gripe, which no one can really help: it's early 'gnat' season, end of summer/early fall in michigan, and they permeated all over the kitchen in huge swaths. Used the vacuum to get rid of them when we were making food/dinner, and left out fruity drinks to get them gathered and toss them out. But, what you gonna do? They ooze in through the tiny window screen grids. As long as you're not a freak about gnats flying around, and your mother in law who hates any and all bugs doesn't panic, you're golden. Everything else was beautiful and comfortable. Thank you Heidi and Wayne, it was perfect especially to introduce my Kansas BFF to her first time visiting michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with exceptional views!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view! Loved the long porch with many chairs for everyone. The fire pit was furnished with many chairs also. The sunsets were amazing. Access to the beach was very close by. Because the house is situated on a high dune I wouldn’t have small children there. Perfect for adult gathering. House was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alisa A.

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

Beautiful view

Overall the property was nice and fit my family and friends for my wedding weekend perfectly. The best part of the property and a main reason I booked it was the amazing views of the water. The neighborhood was quiet and easy to get to and the owner was available to answer any questions. One thing to note and this could have just been my phone but I didn’t have service and had to be on wifi in order to have any type of service. No fault to the owner but just a thing worth noting for future guests so they aren’t surprised at the lack of service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Amazing Stay

The view was spectacular. The house was updated and well maintained. The neighborhood was quiet. Deer liked to stroll in the backyard. Walking distance to White Pine Village. A quick drive to Buttersville Park beach which was not crowded at all. We enjoyed our week immensely.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful accommodations with a fantastic view!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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