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The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

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MI, Ludington
  • Popular LocationStearns Park Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLudington Waterfront Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationS.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry16 min walk
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)44 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina

Great upper unit of this two unit house next to the City Marina where you can dock your boat and walk to the house. We are walking distance to the beach, harbor, the Badger and downtown. This listing is for the upstairs unit only. If you would like to rent the lower unit as well, it has a separate 2 bedroom 2 bath downstairs (listing 4813202) This cottage is a charming home with a small deck in the back. The stairs to the deck have been completely rebuilt as well as the bedroom floors. Some areas of the unit have sloped ceilings and could be an issue but not a hindrance for taller individuals. The cottage is fully furnished with a washer and dryer, cable TV, freezer in the basement, WIFI and a full kitchen with everything you need for cooking. If you don't want to cook, you are walking distance to the downtown area with some of the finest restaurants and bars. Take a walk along Pere Marquette lake or out to the lighthouse on Stearns Beach. So much to do and see just blocks away. With the Loomis boat launch just 2 blocks away, this is ideal for the fisherman in the group.

Property manager

Brian Wheeless

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 618 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Small Pets allowed with a $100 one time pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Dock House Upper Unit City Marina Ludington
Dock House Upper Unit City Marina
Dock Upper Unit City Marina Ludington
Dock Upper Unit City Marina
The Dock House - Upper Unit Next to the City Marina Ludington

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this vacation home is in the city center and 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Ludington Waterfront Park. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Port of Ludington Maritime Museum - 4 min walk
  • Stearns Park Beach - 6 min walk
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 7 min walk
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 16 min walk
  • Pere Marquette River - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • House Of Flavors - 6 min walk
  • Culver's - 5 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 6 min drive
  • Pomorski's Tavern - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina located?

Located in the heart of Ludington, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Lake Michigan. North Breakwater Light and Stearns Park Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hobart K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Someone needs a contractor
Great location for sure but to get what is asked per night someone needs to fix all the flooring where carpet exists and really upgrade the exterior steps/deck. It's obvious that an unskilled carpenter worked on it without using a tape measure. The screws weren't flush with the wood. The screen door needs replacement, the siding needs reapair and the condition of the grounds was messy. It's obvious that the owner is squeezing this lemon dry!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved the town and the apartment. We have lived in an attic apartment before so knew what to expect with the sloping ceilings. The only real challenge was for a man peeing standing up. The stairs look like they were recently rebuilt so they were fine. We enjoyed having coffee on the small deck. The location can’t be beat. Easy walk to beach and food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
The property on the 2nd level has many outdoor steps to reach it. Although, it looked as if it had been mainly replaced, the railings were not sanded and both my husband and I had splinters in our hands from it. The property manager was responsive and when we complained about something, he fixed the problem and refunded one night stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Good location. Older property. Good bed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
This was not what was expected unfortunately especially for the cost. Communication came with directions for lower unit to get in, though we had rented upper, code didn't work for either with the directions provided and couldn't get hold of the host. Finally got into the lower, started to unpack then was told to move to the upper. Moved everything again. The upper did say slanted ceiling - WOW no one over 5 5 should stay there. It was awful for 6ft spouse, the floors were so uneven and in bedroom the worst. Bed was so bad we came home a day early. Best thing was the location, we got in many walks in by the water. The lower unit looked much nicer, not sure what the price difference was. Would not recommend the upper unit. If you aren't going to be available to answer calls as a host then have backup number for the person that is available to answer if there are issues is our recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raychelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint top apartment
Great location. Clean and well stocked. Easy to walk to beach or downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, older property
Really like the location of the property. didn't expect that it was a unit built into an attic with very steep stairs. The air conditioner in the family room was great, bedroom was ok, but kitchen was warm with no air conditioner in the middle.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!!
Unique property that my five year- old granddaughter stated was "cute & perfect" for us! The bed & bedding was really comfortable, which for me, is most important to sleep well after all of the daily activities. The place was really clean with plenty of bath towels and well stocked kitchen. The carpeting could use some cleaning and the stairway/deck outside doesn't seem safe, especially for small kids, with wobbly railings and some springy deck boards. It might also be helpful to note that parking for the upper unit is accessed from the alley behind the unit. But you cannot beat this location! We walked almost everywhere and the area is absolutely beautiful and surprising quiet. There is so much to do and see that we wished we could have stayed longer! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dock House was exactly as described. Does have slanted ceiling but did not impede the function of the house. The stairwell is slightly steep, width of step slim.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022