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Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior
At Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a firepit, and a garden. In-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington

Sweetwater Bunkhouse is a newly renovated property and new to the rental market. The Bunkhouse takes on a more four season reference point to its location. Truly capturing what being up north really means no matter what time of year it is. Whether your coming for summer fun to enjoy Lake Michigan or Hamlin Lake or to enjoy a fall hike or snowshoeing at The Ludington State Park the location is convenient to all that the area has to offer. The Bunkhouse is rich in color, texture, and one of kind local art.
It’s recent renovations include adding a second full bath and a second private bedroom. In all the house is a two bedroom two bath home with an open loft “bunk” room. It comfortably sleep 7 and has plenty to offer it’s guest in comfort and design.

This is a pet friendly home. We allow one pet per reservation. Our pet fee will need to be paid at the time of booking. We ask that guest if bringing a pet follow our pet rules. Pets are not allowed on any furniture, must be leashes when in the yard, and not left in the home unattended. If any of these rules are ignored guest will lose their damage deposit.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: E-cigarettes are not permitted either!

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Upon arrival the door will be left unlock with door code instructions in our welcome book found on the table.
This is a pet friendly home. We allow one pet per reservation. Our pet fee will need to be paid at the time of booking.
Pets are not allowed on any furniture, must be leashed, and are not allowed to be left in house unattended. Damage Deposit will be forfeited if broken

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are allowed with a non refundable Pet Fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
E-cigarettes are not permitted either!

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington
Sweetwater Bunkhouse Private vacation home
Sweetwater Bunkhouse Private vacation home Ludington

About the neighborhood

Located in Ludington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. North Breakwater Light and Big Sable Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park. Sandcastles Children's Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Hamlin Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Hamlin Lake beach - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington located?

Located in the heart of Ludington, this golf vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Hamlin Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Stearns Park Beach and North Breakwater Light are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sweetwater Bunkhouse Ludington Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Weekend trip

The house was the same as the picture. Everything was very clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd V.

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

Perfect stay!

Place was perfect and very clean and comfortable. The hosts were fantastic. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Great vacation spot!

Thanks for this great spot. We had everything we needed to experience a wonderful vacation in the Ludington area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan l.

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

Excellent

A very nice place and location. Very quiet neighborhood. Everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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

Adorable Cottage

This was a perfect location for the "overflow" from my in-laws (who live less than a mile away). The cottage was so adorable and comfortable. The wonderful art was so much fun to look at and we loved the pottery (the in-laws said you make it). We would definatily use this place again if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GayLynn F.

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

Quick trip to the beach!

My son wanted to visit the big water of Lake Michigan so we scheduled a quick trip! The weather was iffy the first and last day but managed to pull a sun shiny day for the beach! The house is gorgeous, well equipped and in a lovely area. Thank you for the nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marcia G.

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

Cute Little Cottage

Nice property. Could have used more movie channels but overall a nice trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Awsome location!

The house was clean and stocked nicely. We would definately stay again. Only issue we had was the lack of window treatments. The sun shines right in your face bet early in the morning. We hung up a hoodie and towels to fix this while staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Jason

Love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

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

Great home for getaway

We decided on this home because it looked great in the photos and their dog friendly policy. It was a must for us. This location was everything we needed. Loved the fire pit and their front patio was my favorite for a chance to just sit, drink coffee and listen to the birds. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

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

Sweet it is

Love it and would even consider buying it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene G.

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

Best vacation experience

Sweetwater Bunkhouse is truly home away from home.we felt so comfortable right away even befor we stepped through the door. The setting is gracious, unpretentious, and inviting. We had everything we needed at our fingertips from the kitchen utensils, to linens, to tv remote. The neighborhood and nearby attractions were just right for the rest and relaxation we sought.Sweetwater Bunkhouse and Ludington is the perfect combination.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Partially Pet Friendly

Do not plan to leave your dog unattended at all. This ruined our entire trip. We could not go out as a family to any meals or anywhere that was not dog friendly. Even though I asked ahead of time if we could crate them and leave, which they said yes. Until I was told to come back because the neighbors heard barking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Columbus

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

Another nice visit to Ludington

This is our first visit to the Bunkhouse, but our third stay with Amanda and Nathan. Normally we stay at their cottage, but it was already booked so we moved one block North to the larger bunkhouse. The neighborhood is the same, so no changes there. The bunkhouse is larger with 2 bathrooms, which is always convenient. The basement is large and had a dartboard, which came in handy on our one rainy day. The cabin was stocked with all of the basic necessities and nothing missing. We had a very good stay and will be back again next year. There were only 3 of us staying, but the bunkhouse can accommodate a much larger group, so we will probably try to stay in the cabin next year. However, I would have no issues staying in the bunkhouse again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guest F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Graduation Part

House was cute and comfortable. Was in town for two nights and loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Matt M.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Bugs and No Hot Water

Overall, it's a decent place, however, the first time my wife sat on the toilet a very large ant crawled from the toilet onto her thigh, so that wasn't a good start. They do have a bug problem, but hopefully, that's getting fixed. We also could barely get hot water from the main shower. It would be warm for a couple of minutes, then immediately get cold. They offered to come fix this while we were there, but we didn’t really want the intrusion on our family time. After we left, they said they fixed it and it was simple, so maybe it's fixed now, I hope. Another kinda odd thing was they have this basement where the laundry room is, but the only way to turn on lights is to walk all the way across the basement to the back door to the switch. It's one of those creepy unfinished basements, so going down there without light is unsettling. So we just left the basement light on the whole time we were there since we had kids, some who would get scared of it. The thing that may have bothered me most was after we left, they accused us of ruining their towels with tanner or bronzer because there were stains on them. I had noticed that the towel I used while we were there had a large orange stain on it, but didn’t think much of it. No one in my family uses tanner. When I told them that I was sorry, that some previous owners muat have done that, they never responded (probably believing that we did it). They did, however, give us one of the cool mugs that they have, which we said we liked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

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

Wonderful Place

Nathan and Amanda were gracious hosts. As soon as we walked in, a vase of sunflowers were placed on the table. We felt right at home. We had wonderful barbecue on the deck. Beautiful place. We will be going back.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Summer 2022 at Sweetwater Bunkhouse

This is the fourth time we've stayed at a property owned by Nathan and Amanda, and we have never been disappointed; they are wonderful hosts. Both properties are clean and well-equipped, very nicely decorated, and centrally located. It is so nice to sip coffee on the deck in the mornings, walk down to the lake to see the sunset, or sit around the campfire at night. Over the week, we rode ATV's at the dunes, rented a pontoon boat on Hamlin lake, spent the day on the beach playing in the waves, picked blueberries, shopped and ate burgers in Pentwater, hiked out to a beautiful view of Lake Michigan, fished, consumed way too much ice cream, played lots of games, and enjoyed dinners on the deck. Our visits are always fun... such an ideal location and so much to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Great Property

We had a great experience. We loved that the home was centrally located and close driving distance to downtown Ludington and the state park. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

A Lake and Forest Holiday

The house was immaculate and well-appointed, the bed we slept in quite comfortable, and the neighborhood quiet, green, and convenient to town for restaurants and shopping and to the parks where we enjoyed hiking, running, and kayaking. A very enjoyable stay in a very pretty part of the state.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip F.

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

Clean, airy and convenient

Cute rental, convenient to nature and beach walks. Comfortable.....Worth a second stay...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Great Spot in Ludington

Thanksgiving visit was great! Would 100 % recommend and visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Patty T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

The Bunk House

Nice property with front deck and side yard fire pit. A bit disappointed that both bathrooms are on the first floor. Beautiful beaches in Luddington. Dining options were limited due to many restaurants closing due to covid.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly V.

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

Great location!

This was our first time to Ludington and we loved the area! This house was in a quiet community but walking distance to Hamlin lake. There is plenty to do all within 10-15 minutes. The house was perfect for our family, well stocked kitchen and thoughtful of things provided in the rest of the house. We had a fire every night- it’s the perfect setup and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021