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Lakefront Ludington Retreat w/ Kayaks & Fire Pit!
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8179.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ludington, MI
- Place, Hamlin Lake11 min walk
- Place, Wilson Hill Park18 min walk
- Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry17 min drive
- Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Lakefront Ludington Retreat w/ Kayaks & Fire Pit!
A carefree lakefront escape awaits at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental! Situated on the Indian Pete Bayou in upper Hamlin Lake, this home offers a private dock, kayaks, a furnished deck, and a fire pit. Spend your days kayaking around the lake, grilling up a delicious feast, or playing with your fur pal in the spacious yard. Feeling adventurous? Head out to explore Ludington State Park or take a short boat ride over to the Nordhouse Dunes. The options are endless!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Kayaks | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee (1 Dog Max) | Fire Pit | Family Friendly
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ Roku, board games, books, dining table, ceiling fans, pellet stove (pellets provided)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, patio, picnic table, gas grill, outdoor dining set, spacious yard area, private dock, 4-person paddle boat, life vests, pool toys
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, K-Cup/drip coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, cooking basics, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, towels/linens, washer & dryer, central heating & A/C
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 1 max), exterior security camera (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
DOWNTOWN LUDINGTON (~10 miles): Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse, Sandcastles Children's Museum, restaurants, breweries, marinas, boat tours
HAMLIN LAKE: Indian Pete Bayou (on-site), Wilson Hill Park (0.9 miles), Hamlin Lake Boat Rentals (6.2 miles)
MORE OUTDOORS: Ludington State Park Beach (12.1 miles), Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area (16.7 miles), Huron-Manistee National Forests (21.5 miles), Silver Lake Sand Dunes (35.3 miles)
AIRPORTS: Cherry Capital Airport (89.5 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (115 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera next to the front door facing the front entry area and yard. This camera is outward facing and records sound and video when activated by motion
-- THE PROPERTY --
Kayaks | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee (1 Dog Max) | Fire Pit | Family Friendly
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ Roku, board games, books, dining table, ceiling fans, pellet stove (pellets provided)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, patio, picnic table, gas grill, outdoor dining set, spacious yard area, private dock, 4-person paddle boat, life vests, pool toys
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, K-Cup/drip coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, cooking basics, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, towels/linens, washer & dryer, central heating & A/C
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 1 max), exterior security camera (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
DOWNTOWN LUDINGTON (~10 miles): Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse, Sandcastles Children's Museum, restaurants, breweries, marinas, boat tours
HAMLIN LAKE: Indian Pete Bayou (on-site), Wilson Hill Park (0.9 miles), Hamlin Lake Boat Rentals (6.2 miles)
MORE OUTDOORS: Ludington State Park Beach (12.1 miles), Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area (16.7 miles), Huron-Manistee National Forests (21.5 miles), Silver Lake Sand Dunes (35.3 miles)
AIRPORTS: Cherry Capital Airport (89.5 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (115 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera next to the front door facing the front entry area and yard. This camera is outward facing and records sound and video when activated by motion
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.
Smoking
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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 on a lake. Lake Michigan and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Sandcastles Children's Museum and Port of Ludington Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.

Ludington, MI
What's nearby
- Hamlin Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Wilson Hill Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Ludington Waterfront Park - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
- S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 17 min drive - 19.6 km
- Silver Lake State Park - 43 min drive - 66.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Stix Bar - 13 min drive
- The Perch At Hobby Crest - 21 min drive
- Barnhart's Marina Resort - 13 min walk
- Epworth Coffee Shoppe - 15 min drive
- Coastal Spirits - 14 min drive
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9.8
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25 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Roberta R.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roberta R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Denise O.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Denise O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Denise O.
25 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denise O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brenda
13 August 2025
Beautiful view and very relaxing stay
Brenda
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pete B.
26 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Pete B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Nancy H.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and relaxing
Nancy H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard
20 July 2024
Nice place
Richard
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DeWayne W.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
DeWayne W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
kevin K.
26 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ludington
kevin K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Rick T.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escaping the desert heat
Rick T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home
Susan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Pam L.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Pam L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good
Stephen K.
8 July 2025
Stephen K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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