Sweetwater Cottage is a well curated cottage a block away from Hamlin Lake

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Ludington, MI

Hamlin Lake18 min walk
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry9 min drive
Ludington State Park12 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Sweetwater Cottage is owned and operated by two area artists. The cottage has been completely renovated with both comfort and aesthetics in mind.
The cottage features all necessary amenities to make guests feel right at home and able to have a full vacation experience.
Boat rental and boat launch are just down the hill from the cottage which has views of both Hamlin Lake and the South Bayou.
The cottage can accomodate up to 5 guests. It has two bedrooms and one bath. The first bedroom has a queen and the second has a bunk bed (Twin over Full).
There is plenty of communal space both indoors and out. Feel free to gather at the farm table for a game of cards or around the fire pit outback. Or For a more quiet moment grab a book and sit on the covered deck or in front of the large picture window in the living room.
This is a family friendly cottage. As a young family themselves the owners see the value in travelling a little lighter. We have provided some toys, books and common necessities to make your stay a little easier. Including highchair and portable crib. Although we are family friendly we are not considered "child proof." (Parent is responsible for their child's well being and safety)
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.

Amenities Include:
WiFi
Cable TV/DVD
Washer amd Dryer
Off Street Parking
Linens/Towel (Beach and Bath)
Gas Grill
Outdoor Fire Pit
Games/Books
Beach Toys
Full Kitchen with some Pantry Items
Air Condition in Bedrooms

Property manager

Nathan Grubich

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We have supplied a portable crib and high chair

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

With a pet $50 deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No E cigarettes or vaping on property either!

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 while outside, and are not allowed to be left in house unattended.

If any of the pet rules are ignored guest will lose their damage deposit.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Ludington

This cottage is located in Ludington. Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Sandcastles Children's Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ludington, MI

What's nearby

Hamlin Lake - 18 min walk
Ludington Waterfront Park - 9 min drive
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 9 min drive
Ludington State Park - 12 min drive
Hamlin Lake beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
House Of Flavors - 9 min drive
Culver's - 12 min drive
Taco Bell - 13 min drive
Pomorski's Tavern - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetwater Cottage is a well curated cottage a block away from Hamlin Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE T., Mishawaka

23 Oct 2023

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

Great getaway!

We loved our stay at The Sweetwater Cottage! Nestled up on a hill with views of Hamlin Lake! Close to the state park and downtown Ludington made for a wonderful stay! We’ll be back! Thank you! Christine and Mike Mishawaka, IN

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Saftey

Should have shower bar in bathroom. Handrail to laundry is not stable. Backup batteries for clocks and remotes should be provided or checked between rentals Overall the property was very nice. Thought there was more of a water view. We would stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan l.

1 Aug 2023

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

Very nice place to vacation

Very relaxing, clean and cute cottage. Love staying in the area for summer vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 July 2023

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

Sweetwater Cottage

The listing is accurate. Nice place overall with good dining and living space. Location is great to get into downtown Ludington, the State Park, and Lake Hamlin. Great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., Seneca PA

9 July 2023

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

Perfect cottage

The Sweetwater Cottage was perfect for our family! The location was great and the cottage was well equipped for our needs! Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nathan Grubich

We have lived in Ludington for sixteen years. We moved here from out east and have absolutely fallen in love with the area. We enjoy all that the area has to offer and prefer our feet wet any chance we get. The luxury of having both Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake at our finger tips allows us to do just that. Depending on the season and the conditions we are able to enjoy either lake with our family. We own a small business in downtown and are just so lucky to be a small part of the evolution of Ludington. The downtown has so much to offer both locals and visitors it makes time spent in Ludington truly one of a kind.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with our cottage because of the layout and family space. We love the large dining room for family meals or entertaining friends. The covered porch is the sweetest spot at the end of the day. Looking out at Hamlin Lake and watching boats and kayakers come and go through the south bayou is pretty sweet.

What makes this property unique

Hamlin Lake and the South Bayou area set you back in time a little. It's truly nestalgic yet close enough to downtown and all the amenities it has to offer. The drive to the State Park is beautiful and picturesque and not but 5 miles away. Whether you're playing in Hamlin or Lake Michigan it's all in the neighborhood. When you visit you'll see all there is to love. #PureLudington!