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Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat

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A two-story house with a stone facade, a front porch, and a landscaped garden.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, and a stone fireplace.
A covered porch with red chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with a grassy area and a white fence.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a microwave.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs. Large windows offer a view of the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Hamlin Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Hamlin Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is on the waterfront. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and Sandcastles Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park. Ludington Area Center for the Arts and West Michigan Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Hamlin Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Little River Casino - 38 min drive - 56.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Hamlin Lake Water Front Cottage Perfect Family Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Hamlin Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Lincoln Lake and Ludington State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very clean and fully stocked. There is bedding, towels, coffee, dishes/utensils, games/puzzles, plenty of chairs. Ample parking and the landscaping was gorgeous. It was quiet and so close to the lake, so relaxing to just sit and listen to the water. Daniel is very quick to respond to messages. This property is our go-to in the fall. Highlt recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful and peaceful place to vacation. My entire family enjoyed our stay and hope to return. Morning coffee on the porch was heaven. And wonderful sunsets!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We all love staying here…so much to do…boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming, family time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation Home

Well stocked snd immaculate!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for our multigenerational family. Having the garage available for our things was a plus. Our family loves being outside and the yard was perfect for our many games.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection on Hamlin Lake!

This is a beautiful home in an excellent location on Hamlin Lake in Ludington Michigan. It's clean, modern, fully equipped for a large group or family, and has excellent beds. We plan on staying here again and making it an annual pilgrimage for us. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family vacation in this beautiful home on Hamlin Lake. Everything we needed and wanted was right there. It is spacious, very comfortable, and absolutely beautiful. We especially enjoyed the beautiful landscaping and covered porch where we spent a lot of time watching the activities on Hamlin Lake. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This house is beautiful, spacious, stocked and clean. Right on the lake, with a huge back porch facing the water. Quiet neighborhood, plenty of parking for our large family. Everything is provided for a fun vacation; kayaks, firepit, firewood and outdoor seating The host is very friendly and quick with communication. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful!

This property is fantastic! We had 3 adult couples and my 17 year old niece. The house is super clean, and everything you could possibly need is stocked and available. The outdoor landscaping is pristine. It's very quiet in the area, and we loved just sitting on the back porch facing the lake. The property manager was very quick to respond when we had a question. We were able to check in a little early. We will 100% be booking this house again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing memories made here!

This property was second to none. It is an absolutely gorgeous location and presents exactly as depicted on the website. The property is stunning with so much private lake frontage. The home is immaculate and absolutely perfect for family gatherings. It is spacious. We had six adults and two teenagers and we had so much room. Everyone had their own space. The home is incredibly immaculately clean and every detail has been thought out. The owner has gone to great lengths to make sure that anything you could possibly need during your stay is provided. We could not believe the level of detail. This was hands-down our favorite property that we’ve ever stayed at. The lake is absolutely beautiful. Our family was able to unwind and relax and make memories that will last a lifetime. From fishing right from the property shoreline, to kayaking in the awesome kayaks provided by the homeowner, to campfires at night overlooking a beautiful sunset, We absolutely cannot wait to come back again! The homeowner is such a gracious individual who really cares about the people staying at his property and wants to make sure that all of your needs are met. We could not have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

Beautiful home. Beautiful location. We had a wonderful weekend. Host was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MI Friends

The house was a great setting for an overdue get together with several old friends. Everything was clean and the location and views were very nice. Proximity to Ludington and Lake Michigan offered good recreational options too. Thanks for a great stay! I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful……A Place To Build Memories

We had an absolutely fantastic time. The location, the setting, and the house, are all absolutely beautiful. The owner/manager, Dan Howell, was great to work with…… I liked the guy immediately. We are building family memories here and I’ve already booked for the future. Thanks.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Very nice property with lots of extras…canoe, bikes, kayaks, games, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven on Hamlin

This house/property is perfect. The views of the lake were beautiful. There was nothing we needed that wasn’t there. This is a must for anyone thinking about a vacation rental on Hamlin Lake. We have already reserved it for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and view

Super clean all you need items.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful long weekend!

What a fabulous cottage! The thoughtful owners provided everything you could possibly need, and communication was outstanding. This home is beautiful and clean. We enjoyed every minute, even though the weather was cold and rainy. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house

This is an awesome rental! The view and the house were both outstanding! I
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

The property was outstanding! Everything to made a vacation Perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful family retreat

We loved the simple beauty and relaxed atmosphere! Communication with the home manager was exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well appointed, clean house with amazing access to lake

Our family and friends enjoyed staying at this house on Hamlin Lake. Very clean and organized house. Well thought out kitchen and lake amenities. Several areas in the house and around the property to gather. Beautiful landscaping. This property had everything we needed to create lasting memories. We will visit this house again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and yard was beautiful

Happy with everything
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful rental for family

We loved this rental! It is well stocked and organized. Several family members enjoyed the kayaks which is an awesome bonus. Best part- the view and firepit. Absolute gorgeous views of the lake. The fire pit is a large area to easily fit everyone and chairs. Property manager was easy to contact when we had a question. Our family has been enjoying hamlin lake for decades and this is the best rental we have ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Large and Clean

Large comfortable house with a fabulous open floor plan. We had 4 adults and 4 children in a multigenerational family and there was plenty of space to accommodate the various activities for all. Kitchen is well stocked for stay at home meals and the owner provided plenty of towels and toiletries. We plan to stay here again. P. S. The outdoor space is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Lakefront Property!

This was a beautiful, clean, organized home on Hamlin Lake. The open floor plan made it seem very spacious and we had no trouble eating and relaxing all together in common areas. It has great views of the lake and you could see the sand dunes as well. It is only a few minutes drive to the public beach in Ludington or the State Park. Daniel was an excellent host who genuinely wanted us to enjoy our stay. He had the home stocked with many kitchen amenities, plenty of linens, and a lot of outdoor things that would be needed (life jackets, cornhole, grill, chairs, etc). We even had a property damage claim (our fault - a first for both host and I) and he handled it very professionally and was not at all upset. My family is already asking for a time when we can go back for another long weekend, and they want to stay even longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
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