About

Enjoy stunning sunsets from two decks or the four-season sunroom.  After a day of recreation, gather around the fire pit at night, or curl up in front of the gas fireplace and large, smart TV in our newly remodeled living room. Don't miss out on this spectacular and fully- supplied lake home in a park-like setting.

Our home sleeps 6. The master bedroom has a new king bed and bedrooms two and three have queen beds.   There is a sofa bed with an air mattress in the sunroom.   All bedrooms are upstairs and include high quality linens, plenty of pillows, and comfortable mattresses.  There is a new remodeled bathroom with shower upstairs and another bathroom with shower and washer/dryer downstairs. The kitchen is well-stocked with appliances, utensils, supplies, and cooking essentials. The dining room includes a breakfast bar and a 6-person table.

 OUTDOOR SPACE

There is a gas grill and table that seats 8 on one deck which is adjacent to the dining room and kitchen. The second deck in front of the sunroom is perfect for relaxing throughout the day but is a spectacular place to enjoy the sunset over the lake and the beautiful dunes and woods of Ludington State Park. Walk down our private stairs to enjoy the peace and quiet of Long Skinny Park along Hamlin Lake.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT INSIDE

Flat Screen 55-inch smart TV 

High-speed internet and WiFi

Board games

Fully furnished kitchen with oven/range, microwave, multiple coffee makers, toaster, blender, food processor, dishwasher, and ample supplies of storage containers and towels

Quality linens and towels

Comfortable mattresses

Plenty of pillows, throws, and blankets

Washer and dryer, cleaning supplies

Propane gas grill

Portable fire pit and firewood

Outdoor dining table for eight

Privacy and a peaceful and beautiful neighborhood

Attached two-car garage

Parking for two cars and a boat

Central air conditioning

Spectacular views of Lake Hamlin and the shorelines and dunes of Ludington State Park

FISHING

The fishing is great on Hamlin Lake in summer and winter.  Whether you traverse the nearby bayous or head for deeper waters, Hamlin Lake offers Tiger muskie, salmon, northern pike, large and small-mouth bass, perch, crappie, bluegill, and walleye. Hamlin Dam is an excellent spot for catching salmon in the fall.  Our driveway is big enough to accommodate two cars and a boat.  There are both private and public boat launch minutes from our home. 

SUMMER

In the summer, with miles of sandy beaches, picturesque sunsets, outdoor adventures, excellent fishing, and boating opportunities, the whole family will have plenty to do.  The area has over 28 miles of sandy shoreline. Looking for something a bit more adventurous? Set sail on Lake Michigan or attend one of the local events and festivals.

Hamlin Lake offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and fishing. You will find beautiful sand dunes and sandy bottom swimming. Climb the dunes for a magnificent view of Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan. Hamlin Lake touches the Manistee National Forest on the north.  

BEACHES

The public beach and free parking at Ludington's Stearns Park has been the recipient of numerous awards and recently USA Today named it as one of the Top 51 Great American Beaches, representing the #1 beach in Michigan. Stearns Park has well-maintained restroom facilities, groomed sands, and beautiful views and downtown Ludington is only a few minutes walk. The Lake Michigan beaches at Ludington State Park are a 5-minute drive from our house.

AUTUMN

With tunnels of orange, red, and yellow, autumn is a magical time of year in Ludington. Many people enjoy golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing. There are over 20 golf courses within a 45 minutes drive of the Ludington area. 

WINTER

Imagine yourself sitting by the fireplace while watching snowfall after a day of outdoor activities. You will find cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and fat-tire biking along snow-covered trails. Ludington hosts the biggest New Year's Eve Ball Drop in West Michigan and a winter beer festival featuring some of the state's best beers.

DINING

Ludington is home to a variety of culinary options. No matter what you are in the mood for - casual, fine dining, something quick and easy, or breakfast all-day - you can find it here. 

SHOPPING

Ludington is a port city that is home to specialty shops and art galleries. Downtown is home to the famous House of Flavors Restaurant & Ice Cream Shop and antique shops, a natural-food store, brewpubs, clothing and music retailers, and arts and crafts shops. On some Friday nights in downtown Ludington,  there are summer street parties and music.  The farmers' market in the North James Street Plaza is a great place to shop for local produce and artisan works.

OUR HOME IS LOCATED MINUTES FROM:

Big Sable Lighthouse

Ludington State Park

Downtown Ludington

Miles of pristine Lake Michigan Beaches

The SS Badger car ferry

Ludington North Breakwater Light

Miles of hiking and bike trails

First-rate fishing and charters

Boat launches, rentals, and marinas

Golf Courses

Pentwater with its quaint harbor village, art galleries, and specialty shops

Ludington Art Center

The Manistee National Forest

Award-Winning Sterns Beach

Scottville Riverside Park