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The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area

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Welcome to The Hideaway of Ludington, located in the downtown Ludington area.
The sun leaves Ludington later in the day than anywhere in the Eastern Time Zone
Over 2400 square feet allows you room to enjoy your vacation.
Side porch is a great place to grab a book or drink (or both) and relax.
The house was originally built in the 1880s.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Park Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area

The Hideaway has been welcoming visitors looking to 'spread out' and relax on their vacation to this quaint town for years.

Our home was built in the 1800's and has stood the test of time and brings repeat visitors back year after year. We're located in a quiet peaceful neighborhood just 2 1/2 blocks from Ludington Avenue (the main street of Ludington) and just five blocks from the marina, lighthouse and large public beach that makes Ludington famous.

With its large size our home is great for large and extended families or friends looking to get together. Need a smaller unit? Contact us for details on renting just the upper or lower unit. We'll be happy to talk to you and explain these options.

Downstairs features lots of room with three bedrooms (king, queen, double), a spacious living room, formal dining room, large kitchen, laundry room and bath making it perfect for families, extended families or groups of friends.

The upper level consists of an eat-in kitchen, living room, bath, king bed in the master bedroom and a second bedroom attached to the master that consists of four singles beds and room for sleeping bags or air mattresses. This is perfect for couples, couples with small kids, or friends looking for an affordable way to enjoy Ludington.

Each year, visitors leave comments about their stay in a book for them to leave their memories. One thing is certainly true: the saddest part of the trip is when it is time to go. They love their stay in our home and enjoy the many wonderful options that are in walking distance to them: downtown and its shops, restaurants, bars and antique stores, the public beach, the lighthouse, and marina. Visiting the State Park is a seven mile beautiful bike ride with the water on one side and sand dunes on the other.

With an ice cream store and downtown in walking distance, kids love the ability to seek-out adventures or a scoop of ice cream on their own.

Each morning and evening, you'll hear the Badger car ferry sound its horn and if there is a bit of fog in the early morning or late at night, you'll listen to the sound of a lighthouse letting ships know where it sits.

We hope you'll enjoy your vacation in about as relaxing a place as we believe you'll find anywhere.

Sincerely,
Mike, Maureen and our children Michael, Matt & Kevin

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Sandcastles Children's Museum and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park. Ludington Waterfront Park and Ludington Area Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sandcastles Children's Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cluck Bucket - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area on May 2, 2026 start from $207, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Hideaway of Ludington - Beautiful home in the downtown area located?

Located in the heart of Ludington, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Ludington Waterfront Park and Lake Michigan. Sandcastles Children's Museum and Ludington Area Center for the Arts are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, house was clean and comfortable with plenty of room for our family trip. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby as well as great spots to enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were pleased with the location and accommodations for our girl’s weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have been more perfect!!! Host went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing experience. In addition, this is the cleanest str I’ve ever been to- and this house is huge
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, clean and owner provided great communication. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here on a golf trip. It was
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessika A.

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

Great location

Plenty of room and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great stay!

Highly recommend. Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Older property. Some of the areas were very nicely upgraded, like the kitchen. The living room furniture looked...kind of worn.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay in Ludington. The house had everything we needed. What we liked best was the location. We took several family strolls to downtown, the marina area, and the Lake Michigan beach front, all just a few minute walk. We also took the opportunity to ride bikes from the house up to the State Park. We will definitely try to get back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catlin B.

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

Nice place

Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a summer get away! The house is as promised with plenty of supplies including dishes, cookware, towels and more. Nothing fancy, well worn and loved with plenty of comfy beds, eating areas, smart tvs, room ac units and sitting areas. Ludington is amazing with beautiful beaches, playgrounds and shopping within walking distance. We had a great week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janene B.

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

Great weekend stay

Great location near town and room for all of our wedding guest group. Plenty of space and all of the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

What a great place for a large family vacation. Great location and neighborhood.

Thank you for a great experience.

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

Demo derby weekend

Our family was in the TNT demo derby at the Mason County Fairgrounds for the weekend! The hideaway was perfect for us the location was great and the house fulfilled all of our needs! Mike was great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott l.

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

Perfect location

Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

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

A great house in Ludington

We had a great family trip and enjoyed our stay! Loved the back patio with the lights and the cute side porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great family spot

Enjoyed our stay over the 4th! PERFECT outside patio with yard and side porch. The location was extremely convenient and walkable for our family ranging from stroller age to older adults. Minor things to note include: house is not on central AC but does provide multiple window units and fans. The upstairs bathroom is an interesting set up but did the job. Hosts were SO kind and accommodating, easy to communicate with, and hospitable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great Weekend Getaway Stay with Friends

This home was just perfect for our friends to gather for a long weekend in Ludington for a wedding and reception. Neighborhood was friendly and the home was within walking distance from downtown shopping and food!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Great Stay!

Great location, easy walk to downtown and the beach. Excellent kitchen, with lots of space to spread out and relax. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Golf trip abode

We were looking for a place that would be convenient for golfing in Baldwin, Ludington and Manistee and this place fit the bill in fine fashion. It was walkable to many good eating establishments and a fine brewery in Ludington. The place itself was very comfortable, super clean, had 2 bathrooms, and very safe and convenient parking. We will certainly be back if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlo K.

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

Location, location, location.

Great place to stay. Within easy walking distance of downtown. Thanks for making this property available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Perfect family friendly rental!

We visit Ludington for our annual family vacation and we had a great week! Location was fantastic & the house was perfect for a large group (6 adults and 4 kids 1-7 years old + room for more!). Everything was as described in the description- we had a great week and hope to return again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby I.

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

Cute home!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The house was clean and neighborhood was quiet and very close to the beach and downtown area. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

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

Hideaway

Perfect place for us in town for a family reunion. Walking distance to town and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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