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Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!

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Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Lake
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Hamlin Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Ludington State Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Ludington, MI (LDM)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #1

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!

Happy Day on Hamlin is a charming 4 bedroom home with private frontage and dock on beautiful Hamlin Lake just north of Ludington, Michigan. Private deck overlooking the lake, spacious, with room to sleep 10! The ultimate property for your "Up North" Pure Michigan vacation! Fish or boat directly from the private dock, just a short drive to Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park, and just minutes from Downtown Ludington. You'll feel like you're a million miles away, while still being just a stones throw from everything you'll need and everything you'll want to do! Short day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Silver Lake Sand Dunes, and so much more!

* Special:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
* Happy Day has a great location as it is just inside Indian Pete Bayou which offers great views of the lake yet offers protection from storms and waves as well as more enjoyable swimming and fishing from the dock. We have had trouble with the exact mapping location which is why I am making this note.

Upstairs:
Main floor has dining room with seating for 6, full kitchen (with extra table to accommodate more), upper patio with patio set and grill, 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 1 w/ double and bunk bed, and 1 w/ 2 twin beds) and bathroom with 2 toilet areas and 1 shared tub/shower (these are jack and jill bathrooms separated by pocket doors.)

Kitchen:
• Sliding glass door right off kitchen that opens to deck (also has table and chairs); Great for morning coffee that looks out toward Hamlin Lake

Mid Level:
Mid level has living/entertainment room with couch, upholstered chairs, TV (roku), fireplace (for decoration only), table for games, games, books and a mini bar…we call this the “Great Room”. Walk out the two sliders onto an expansive deck overlooking Hamlin Lake with a patio table and chairs offering plenty of seating for outdoor eating, relaxing and sunset watching!

Lower Level:
This is the best place on a hot day!
Ping Pong table! Great for family tournaments!
The walk-out lower level, has a small sitting room perfect for watching sunsets or summer storms and a sliding glass door that leads out to a nice patio (round metal table with chairs) with views of the lake. The lower level also has an extra twin bed and a full bathroom 2 shower stalls (great for coming from the lake/beach) a bathroom, and full laundry facilities.

Outside:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
• 2 Decks and one Patio
• 3 outdoor tables and chairs
• Lawn
• Outdoor Grill
* Fire pit right near the lake! Enjoy the sunsets, family gathering by the fire, marshmallows, and more!!

As with most lake houses, please note this home does not have Air Conditioning. Fans are available.

All towels and linens are provided. Just bring your clothes and your toothbrush, and enjoy your Unsalted Vacation free of stress, and free of salt!

Nearby:
• Barnharts Marina and Restaurant (walking distance)
• Ludington State Park
• Stearns Beach
* Public boat ramp just down the street at Wilson Park.

More:
• Coffee Maker
• Dishes & Utensils
• Dishwasher
• Kitchen
• Microwave
• Oven
• Refrigerator
• Stove
• Toaster

House Rules:
• Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Max. occupancy: 10
• children welcome
• pets not allowed
• non-smoking only

Property manager

Bill Schultz
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 and a first aid kit

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 Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include West Michigan Fairgrounds and Sandcastles Children's Museum. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park are also worth visiting. 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

  • Hamlin Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 24 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 24 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Big Sable Point Lighthouse - 28 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Ludington State Park - 55 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Barnhart's Resort & Marina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dj's Dairy Creme and Snack Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Grill - ‬47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Wilson Hill Park and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hamlin Lake. Victory Memorial Park and Hemlock Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aimee L.

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

Quaint getaway on lake hamlin

Nice spot to relax on the lake. A lot to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Enjoyed our stay.

Very nice place, cottagey feel. Plenty of room for 5 adults and 1 baby. Clean and comfortable. Communicating with the owners was very easy and they are quick to reply.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

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

None

Brothers weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Great vacation

Great, quiet place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose R.

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

Spacious and comfortable home in great location

This home is very clean, comfortable and spacious, in an excellent location. Home has a well equipped kitchen. Beds are comfortable with nice pillows and blankets. Good laundry facilities. Double showers and bathroom in the basement were extremely helpful. We kept our boat at the dock, which is on a nice and quiet part of the lake. Great for kayaking and paddleboarding. The yard is very nice and great for campfires. Parking is tight but workable. Owners were very accommodating and pleasant to work with. We had a very enjoyable stay and would love to rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joy R.

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

Quiet days at the lake

This home has a view of lovely Hamlin Lake. During our stay we saw a bald eagle. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. Our host Bill responded quickly and openly to our questions and comments. Ludington State Park and shopping are an easy drive. And if you like fresh blueberries—u pick or ready picked—Couturier’s blueberry patch is nearby. The house is ready for some updates, which Bill has plans to address. We hope future guests will enjoy lake life at Happy Day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason R.

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

Ludington summer vacation

General location was great with easy access to downtown Ludington, State Park, sunsets on the beach, and all the area has to offer. It's our favorite town to be in during summer. The home was clean, roomy, and bedrooms exactly as expected. The basement showers are not pictured in the profile, but are not as nice as the rest of the house (we wore our flip flops) and the other bathrooms only have pocket doors that do not latch closed. There was also something in the bottom two levels that triggered our allergies, restricting my mother to the main floor. We're glad it was cool during our week, since that level would have been warm without air conditioning. Also, the positioning of the home on the VRBO map appears to be directly on upper Hamlin Lake, when it is actually situated in the cove. That didn't make a difference since most of the shoreline isn't very swimmable. It made for good fishing off the dock though. All in all, it was a good vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Family trip

We had a wonderful time. 5 days is not enough!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Great vaca!!

2nd year at this vacation home on beautiful Hamlin lake. Boat rentals on the lake. Lots of room for teens to spread out..Ping Pong tournaments at the cottage. Mornings on the deck for the adults. We'll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Great Place!

A couple of recommendations if I may, a few clocks would be great, especially one in the master bedroom. Also, an outside light for the back of the property is really needed for safety purposes. I would consider a gate at the top of the stairs as well, again, for safety purposes. We loved our stay and the accommodations met our needs. Thank you so much for renting to us and especially allowing me to change our dates of stay due to bad weather predictions. P.S. The weather was fantastic and the northern colors where fabulous. Sincerely, Nancy & Brian
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Simply amazing

I love this house! Our family bought it in 1971 but had to give it up. The new owners are fantastic and have made the cottage a great place to vacation and enjoy the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ernest scott c.

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

Great stay with lots of space!

Our family of 8 (parents, adult kids, and baby) loved our 4 day stay here! We thoroughly enjoyed that there were different living spaces and places to hang out so everyone could be doing whatever they wanted! We made good use of the ping pong table, played games in the fireplace room, lounged outside, had bonfires, and made great food! The kitchen was a little small for our many cooks, but it was well stocked with pots and pans and utensils. Overall great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house was right on Hamlin Lake with a nice dock for parking our pontoon boat. The house was roomy enough for our growing family. The owner was super helpful, allowing us to park an additional vehicle and trailer on another property he owned. We loved all the books and games he had, especially the ping pong table. Our only regret was that it was difficult to fit 10 of us in the dining room. We made it work, though, and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Loved this place!

We really enjoyed our stay. House clean and neat. No ants or bugs. Expectations clear. Owner attentive on line but no bother in person. The only drawback was lots of seaweed right off the dock. We had a Lilley pad raft though so the kids weren't bothered. We also rented a boat so went a short ride to the dunes. The kids loved the Ping Pong table in the lower level. Lots of spaces, indoor and out. Ludington is a beautiful spot. We'll happily come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

First time on Hamlin Lake

Place was amazing. Quiet location and beautiful lake views. It was great to fish off the dock. Kids and I enjoyed our stay and would recommend for large families. Lots of space for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

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

Beautiful spot on the lake!

We’ve stayed on Hamlin Lake many times and this is truly a beautiful property! The sunsets off the dock were gorgeous. The kids enjoyed fishing off the dock and the ping pong table in the basement. It was nice to have all four bedrooms on the main floor. We ended each night with a bonfire down by the lake which was so peaceful. The neighboring cottages were very quiet. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana R., Livonia, MI

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

2nd yr in a row

Great stay. Lots of room/beds. Plenty of room and things to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Wonderful Place!

We loved our stay! We caught lots of fish from the dock, enjoyed the fire pit, drank coffee on the deck, kayaked, and walked to the yummy restaurant down the street. The house was extremely clean and well stocked with everything you need. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

Lake Life!

Thank you so much for a great stay. We appreciate the dock, fire pit, and the ping pong table was such fun. Love being in Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Quiet and serene. Really enjoyed the town. My family and I had a wonderful time. Would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri K.

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

Super clean!!!!

This property was perfect for our needs. Plenty of room for the 8 of us to spread out! We brought our own kayaks and enjoyed exploring Hamlin Lake! Guys fished right off the dock - caught bass and perch. Also , many ping pong matches were had in the basement! Also have pontoon rentals available next door. We just ran out of time to do that. We have stayed many places and this really was one of the cleanest! Also, Bill got back to me quickly with any questions I had! Great time!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Fun with family

This place was great. Beds were very comfortable. Decks and fire pit we spent a lot of time at. Hope to come back again soon. The only issue was the carpet in the family room really needs to be cleaned. Smells like animals. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

LISA L., Carol Stream, Illinois

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

Nice little place!

Our 3rd stay here in a year. Nice place. Decor and home is dated but always clean, tidy and necessary provisions available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Excellent choice!

This house was exactly as listed! Easy access, great parking for 3 cars, beautiful lake, quiet, shaded, clean and everything you need! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rob R., Napoleon

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

Family time at the lake

The lake house has an excellent location protected by a bay with a fully shaded backyard and deck with a nice view of the lake. While the kitchen is small, it proved adequate. The sleeping arrangements were better than expected. The location is in close proximity to several excursion opportunities in the area. The hosts were very accommodating. Our children very much enjoyed the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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