This is the second time we have stayed at this property. Both stays have been in August and both included my wife and I, our daughter and her husband, and their kids. My kids live in Ludington and my son-in-law was working, so he was more of a visitor.
First, the view. You look directly out on the harbor, the entrance to the harbor which includes the famous Ludington lighthouse, and Lake Michigan. Both floors have large windows that present this view spectacularly. A particular bonus, especially for my 8-year old grandson, is the coming and going of the Badger – a car ferry between Ludington and Manitowoc, WI. Even in this Covid disrupted year we saw a morning sailing and an evening arrival. My grandson logged the Badger’s comings and goings. The sunsets are beautiful, but in the summer the sun is far enough north that you do not see the final disappearance at the horizon.
Second, the location. The area is a little south of downtown. James Street is the eastern border of the condos. Ludington Bay Brewery (mask sticklers) is just a half-block away. Downtown shopping is just a few blocks north. However, for us, Waterfront Park is just block north and is a great park. There is a wonderful play structure for the kids, and wide-open space for kite flying. You can easily join the natives at 7:00 PM to get a view of the Badger (400 feet of last century steamship technology) sailing directly at you and then doing an about face to back into her slip. They also see some large and impressive private yachts. Finally, access to the beach and the state park is a short drive.
Third, the condo itself. We had the master downstairs. My daughter and her kids had the two bedrooms upstairs. There is an additional sitting area upstairs and a drafting table that doubles as a computer desk. The router and the internet connection are both excellent and gave me easy VPN access to my home network. The owner has provided a printer if you need one. There are balconies that open off each floor. They are on the north side of the building. There are many books and games. There is also a well-equipped kitchen and various things to facilitate a trip to the beach such as beach chairs, beach towels, and a good stroller. In fact, you can tell that this place is used by the owners and has the things that they find useful.
Finally, there is a garage for one car and a spot for a second car. It does not get much better than that.
We will be back.