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The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat

The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat

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View of the Bunkalow Compound
Photo taken on May 16, 2019.
Clockwise: The Boathouse Suite, the Bungalow Cottage and the Bunkhouse
The lounge overlooking the lake and huge yard
Lots of seating for dining outside on the huge deck

Overview of The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 13174 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Popular LocationHamlin Lake3 min walk
  • Popular LocationS.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry25 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)50 min drive
  • Popular LocationLudington State Park56 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

+1
1 Double Futon and 4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat

BUNKALOW.NET
The Bunkalow Compound is arguably located at the most prime location on all of Hamlin Lake, on the point jutting into Upper Hamlin along it's south shore at the mouth of Indian Pete's Bayou. Only a 4-minute drive to Barnharts Resort & Marina (2 minutes by boat!), 7-minutes drive to Hamlin Grocery (a classic little country store), and only a 17-minute drive to House of Flavors in Downtown Ludington.

We continue to improve the property. In 2021 we completely remodeled the primary bathroom in the main Bungalow cottage, and we added a sink to the kitchenette counter in the Bunkhouse. In 2019 we added air conditioning units in the main cottage and the bunkhouse. And in the two years prior we added 1) the Boathouse Suite, which can double as a bedroom/sleeping quarters, 2) all new deck furniture, including a lounge setting with couch, love seat, chair and tables, 3) 10 new Adirondack Chairs surrounding the fire-pit, 4) four new chaise lounges for sun worshipers, 5) bar level seating with a view over the lake from the main deck, 6) and attractive new metal roofs to all three buildings.

THE MAIN BUNGALOW COTTAGE: Sleeps up to 5 with two on a queen size bed on the lake side, and three on a full/single bunk bed in the back room. It has two bathrooms with a shower in one and a washer/dryer in the other. The kitchen has been recently upgraded. It also has a 48-inch TV with Charter Cable and all channels, plus a landline phone for free calling within the U.S.

THE BUNKHOUSE: Sleeps up to 8 persons with 2 on a queen size bed on the loft, 4 on single bunks on the ground floor, and 2 on a full size pullout sofa. Please note that the max number of persons allowed sleeping on the property is 13. It has one bathroom (no shower) on the ground floor. We have also added a private deck shower that I personally use every time I shower at the property! (Check our reviews - everyone seems to love the deck shower). It has a 60-inch TV with Charter Cable and all channels and surround sound.

THE BOATHOUSE SUITE: New in 2017, and configured with a large deck and 4 chaise lounges just off the lawn, it includes a 9-piece, cushy sectional lounge and a Smart TV with WIFI, perfect for teens to hang out. It can even double as a sleeping room, though it is not provided with linens. We recommend you bring sleeping bags and arrange the sectionals into a big square bed! A very fun new room!

BOAT LIFT, PONTOON LIFT, & SEAWALL W CLEATS FOR YOUR WATERCRAFT: Don't bother to trailer your watercraft each day. Feel free to use our boat lift (up to 20ft) and/or pontoon lift (up to 25 ft) and/or seawall with room and cleats and rubber bumpers for three boats.

OTHER BUNKALOW AMENITIES: The main bungalow has a roomy and open floor plan with a HUGE deck overlooking the HUGE yard and HUGE Lake. Free high speed wireless internet, unlimited long-distance phone, and top 100 channels of Charter cable TV with DVRs on each TV (except the Boathouse, which only has wifi and a smart TV - no Charter or DVR).

NEARBY AMENITIES: Barnharts Resort & Marina is 0.5 miles by boat (1.1 mile by car) includes fuel for your boat, boat rentals, and a great restaurant with an island vibe and live weekend music. Wilson Park Boat Launch is just 0.5 miles away. The Shagway Arts Barn (less than a mile) hosts regular weekend art shows combined with live music. The "Dunes" beachfront and Ludington State Park (~ 2 miles by boat) are favorite places for pontoon/boat hangout with shallow sand for sunny day water lounging. Lower Hamlin Grocery (4 miles south of cottage). Downtown Ludington (9 miles south of cottage). Excellent Mountain Biking Trails - Call the bike shops in town for details. Excellent Fishing on Hamlin Lake - Cast your reel from our swing seat!

- Charter Fishing on Lake Michigan
- Ludington Skate Plaza (skateboarding & inline skating)
- Silver Lake Sand Dunes (20 miles south of Ludington)
- Historic SS Badger Car Ferry (Cross Lake Michigan to Wisconsin)
- Historic White Pine Village
- Sand Castles Children's Museum
- Disc Golf
- Horseback Riding (Neigh Haven Stables (3 miles) 4716 N Beaune Rd, Ludington. Indian Ridge Riding Stables, 1525 S. Poplar Road, Custer, MI 49405, Phone: (231) 757-4514)

Property manager

Andrew Murray
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside forfeits deposit.
Rentals during prime summer weeks are Sunday to Sunday. Prime time starts the Sunday before Memorial Day and ends the Sunday after Labor Day.
Tenants must be respectful of our neighbors at all times. Please do not make noise outside beyond 10pm.
Tenants must place trash in blue trash bins on Thursday evening for trash pickup early (6:30am) each Friday morning.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this cottage is on the beach. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Historic White Pine Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include North Breakwater Light and Big Sable Point Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider West Michigan Fairgrounds and Sandcastles Children's Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
Map
Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Hamlin Lake - 3 min walk
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 25 min drive
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 25 min drive
  • Hamlin Lake beach - 33 min drive
  • Ludington State Park - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stix Bar - 21 min drive
  • Barnhart's Resort & Marina - 4 min drive
  • Dj's Dairy Creme and Snack Bar - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Bunkalow: A Lakefront Compound with Lifts for your Speed Boat & Pontoon Boat located?

This Ludington cottage is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Hamlin Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hemlock Golf Club and West Michigan Fairgrounds. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and Stearns Park Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 98 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rhonda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly Family Vacation
This was our 3rd time staying here. The spacious yard and large deck is what keeps us coming back. This year they added a new large dock great for sun bathing and fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 Family Vacay
Great property for our family group of 12.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation!
Loved it! We enjoyed the house so much, and the lake is incredible! Both houses were spacious and very comfortable, and the boat house was an added bonus! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great spot!
Great time, great property and great spot on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great Location
Great location. Home is in need of updating. Waterfront was not kid friendly. Good fishing. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Murray

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Our family loves Ludington and Hamlin Lake! We live in Mountain View, CA (Silicon Valley) but have had the Bunkalow paradise retreat to return to since 2009. We usually stay 2-5 weeks per year, and we ALWAYS feel that the stay was too short. My daughter loves to ride horses at the nearby Neigh Haven Stables. My wife loves to hike at the Nordhouse Dunes. And especially like to ride my mountain bike and road bike with friends on the endless trails and good roads nearby.

Why they chose this property

It's a lakefront compound on the best part of Hamlin Lake. Huge deck overlooking the yard and lake. Huge yard for family games. Fire pit right next to the lake. Park your fishing or ski boat on our Master Lift boat lift, and park your pontoon boat on our pontoon lift. Parking for 6+ cars.

What makes this property unique

Water, water, everywhere. What's really cool about Hamlin Lake is that it borders Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park, which means you can boat to the Park and walk to the sandy white beaches on Lake Michigan. Or, you can drive 10 minutes by car and be on the beach. Also, Hamlin Lake is divided into two distinct regions, Upper and Lower, which typically means that if the water is too rough from wind on one part of the lake, you can go to the other part of the lake and it will be much calmer.

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