This was our second year staying at Ludington Beach House, and that really says something because…read morewe actually found this place completely on a whim last year. We loved it so much that when we decided we had to come back to Ludington, we worked the cost into our budget specifically so we could stay here again. Ludington stole our hearts, and this place has become part of the experience for us. The location is absolutely spectacular. You're directly across the street from the beach and lighthouse access, and you can walk into town in about 10-20 minutes for ice cream, snacks, shopping, restaurants, and all the cute little things that make Ludington such a fun beach town. You're also right near the harbor. We hardly needed our car once we arrived. I really love the amenities here because they aren't trying to be over-the-top. Everything is simple, comfortable, and thoughtfully done. There's a pool that goes all the way to 9 feet deep, with a rope separating the deep and shallow areas. I love spending time out there, and there are plenty of tables and lounge chairs. They even provide pool towels, which is such a nice touch. Our room was small, but it was very thoughtfully laid out. We had a comfortable queen-size bed, a little table with two chairs, Wi-Fi, a microwave, and a mini fridge WITH an actual freezer. I know that sounds like such a small thing, but having a real little freezer is incredibly convenient when you're traveling! I also really appreciate the little details. There are cute retro coasters, a little guide with information about the property and Ludington, coffee with flavored creamers, and really nice bathroom products. The body wash smelled SO good. The linens deserve some credit too. There's nothing fancy about them, but the sheets are white, clean, crisp cotton, and the towels are nice and thick. They even provide a makeup towel, which I always appreciate. There's also a spot where you can grab an extra towel or blanket yourself whenever you need one. I LOVE this. Nobody wants to have to call the front desk because they need an extra washcloth or towel. It's just one more little thing that makes staying here easy. And because you're staying directly by the beach, I love that they have a broom available too. There is ALWAYS going to be sand when you stay at a beach, so having a way to sweep it up is just practical and thoughtful. Even though there are quite a few units, I've found it to be surprisingly quiet. The staff has also always been incredibly kind and accommodating. You get one parking space per unit, which has never been an issue for us. I'm not sure what the arrangement would be if you needed additional parking, but for the two of us it has been perfect. The only minor complaint I could possibly make is that the room does feel a little humid at times. However, the air conditioner worked absolutely fabulously, so we were never uncomfortable or too hot. This isn't a luxury resort, and the rooms aren't huge or fancy. That's not what makes this place special. It's the location, the cleanliness, the thoughtful little touches, the pool, the friendly staff, and the fact that it makes being in Ludington so easy. It feels simple, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. We loved it enough to come back for a second year, and I have a feeling we'll be back again.

We stayed two nights, loved it and would return absolutely. Family operated by very nice people we…read moremet. Modest and clean. Nice bedding, wonderful soap, coffee in the room. Right across the street from the public beach, pier -- yet quiet at night. We walked down to see fishermen catch salmon while the sun set. Played cornhole before dinner. Open windows allowed for a crisp cross breeze in our room. A pretty vinyl floor made for easy cleaning of sand tracked in from the beach. Not fancy. Just a step back in time that enhanced our whole trip. On a side note, we were able to use an AirBnB gift card at the hotel.

This resort was nice but the smell of fish ruined my vacation. I work 3 jobs and only get 1…read morevacation a year so this was really disappointing. I will not be going back. The smell was awful and we couldn't go outside without gagging.

Omg! What a lifesaver the owner Kitty was! We had a botched reservation at a place across the lake…read moreand Kitty had the only place in the area with an opening for the week of the Fourth. What a diamond in the rough. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was not fancy, but was everything we needed on a beautiful part of Hamlin Lake! We absolutely plan to return if able!

Stayed there over Labor Day weekend. Why is this place really needs some TLC. Also they need to do…read morea better job of cleaning. Cobwebs everywhere repairs that are in desperate need like fixing a screen door putting a lightbulb in the light fixture. Fixing the bathroom floor. There is a definite nasty smell in the place we did open the windows to try to air it out. Replace the old carpet and you may find that fixes the smell. Even the grounds need tlc.

From the owner: 4 modern cottages for vacation rentals on Hamlin Lake -- Pet Friendly…read moreAll cottages within a few feet of lake. Our guests enjoy 150 feet of beautiful Hamlin Lake frontage with a children's playground, picnic tables, a 320 foot waterfront walkway with a bridge. Amenities include Air Conditioning, Free Internet, Fully Equipped Kitchen with Microwave, Coffee Maker, and Toaster. Each cottage has a private deck with gas grill.

Mike and Dianne are great hosts. They make sure you have a great stay. The cabin is always…read morespotless, the yard is well manicured, and the hosts are very friendly. Very much recommend you check this place out. Nice quiet place to stay.

From the owner: fishing on site, surrounded by National Forest for hunting, hiking, trail riding, etc. Five…read moreminutes from School Section Lake for fishing and recreation.

The year before it was an old one small unsafe I wouldn't have a drink under it!!!!! But now she…read moredone did a couple upgrades to the property from new paint to nice polished wooden floors!! But the new setting area is so beautiful it has a fire place in it to keep warm just in case it's a chilly night beautiful furniture this to me added to the value please if your taking a fishing trip this is the place to be!! Oh let me not forget she got kayaks now and me and my brother enjoyed them never knew it was such a workout I'm just happy she have a lot of options for your vacation! I'll be back again again Amy is forever family

Clean and well taken care of cabins. Fully furnished including a full size refrigerator, oven and…read morekitchen utensil. Fast Wi-Fi is provided for each cabin. Excellent common spaces and a nightly campfire. The access to the lake with lounge chairs by the water and and amazing deck to overlook the water were wonderful bonuses as well. Highly recommended for an out of the way break from the grind.

Sitting at my desk on a Friday, watching the rain hit my window... I thought, "I'm not spending my…read moreweekend here..." My thought processes was where can I go within driving distance with Bentley(my fur-baby), hike and take in beautiful sunsets on the beach.... After a short search Michigan and Highway 31 Cabins checked ALL the boxes! The airbnb hosts Charlie and Andra were great! They responded within minutes to my messages, gave detailed/easy to understand directions to their location and instructions on how to enter the cabin along with where to park(all very much appreciated!)... the area is super cute, half circle of cabins, complete with a fire pit. Once inside everything looked up just as pictured on their Airbnb site; no surprises. My favorite part was the information binder with "insider/local" tips, love exploring the hidden gems to local areas. Lots of amazing sites to see within a reasonable distance. Pictured below are a few of the places I explored during my stay. I'm not telling you where I went... you'll need to book Highway 31 Cabins for the inside scoop. They put a lot of effort in on mapping out locations(all in the information binder); I'm not just going to give it away... ;) The entire process from booking, checking in and out was seamless; overall a great experience!

Great place, very clean owners are nice people. Fire pit and wood on sight. We will be back next…read moreyear

Love the quirky little cabins. The proximity to town and having our own beach is the best. Everyone…read moreis like family. Tom and Sean make our vacation always so special and fun. Thanks for a great week

Love the enthusiasm here. New energy coming into making this place as great as it can be. The…read moredetails were noticed. The beach was the best stretch of beach along the entire bay, original and how a natural lake Michigan beach feels. Not blown out for 300 lawn chairs. A cut fire pit, a hammock in the dune grass. Just right. We dropped in last minute and got Cabin 8, right up by the water and shuffle board court. It was great. Cute, clean and vintage. Looking forward to another stay.

Renters BEWARE!!!! I would not recommend renting the Aspen cabin from Jeff with Crystal Adventures!…read moreWe had a horrible experience at this cabin. Upon arrival, we discovered a lady bug/beetle infestation. The dishes in the kitchen cabinets were dirty and also had beetles on them. The kitchen is also not a full kitchen as advertised. of the two bedrooms, one of them does not have heat, and the other one has a hidden baseboard heater which you are not made aware of. This resulted in us sleeping without heat before the first night. The bathrooms are absolutely filthy. Only 2 of us (out of 6 people) showered the entire weekend as the showers were very unclean. We had dog hair in the sheets of our bed. We realize mistakes can happen with cleaners so tried to work with the property owner, Jeff in hopes of working something out and issuing a partial refund for everything we encountered last weekend. He was very unprofessional and left us no choice but to contact AirBNB for help. After seeing our photos and videos, they agreed that we deserved a partial refund. I just wanted to help inform others to avoid renting from Crystal Adventures at all costs! It was a very unfortunate situation for our family.

The staff at Crystal Adventures were very friendly and helpful. They helped us get our canoes and…read morekayaks into the river and explained what to expect (portages/timing etc.). The river was just beautiful and less busy than others in the area. In hindsight I wish we had each gotten our own kayaks instead of doubling up in canoes as the river is tricky to navigate in the larger sized vessel at times. I'll definitely come back to Crystal Adventures.

Channel Lane Inn is an awesome motel in the perfect location. Located right across the street from…read morethe channel, downtown Pentwater and Mears State Park Beach are both within comfortable walking distance. From the Channel Lane Inn, you can enjoy the best of Pentwater without your vehicle. The rooms here are great, always clean, the beds are comfortable, and there is a nice lawn in the back perfect for grilling and yard games. It seems that Channel Lane Inn makes improvements every year. To top it all off, the owners are super friendly and very informative.

Location, location, location! The room was clean, parking is spot on. Again, location, location,…read morelocation , smack dab in the center of the Universe!