Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!
House in Hamlin Lake, MI
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Happy Day on Hamlin is a charming 4 bedroom home with private frontage and dock on beautiful Hamlin Lake just north of Ludington, Michigan. Private deck overlooking the lake, spacious, with room to sleep 10! The ultimate property for your "Up North" Pure Michigan vacation! Fish or boat directly from the private dock, just a short drive to Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park, and just minutes from Downtown Ludington. You'll feel like you're a million miles away, while still being just a stones throw from everything you'll need and everything you'll want to do! Short day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Silver Lake Sand Dunes, and so much more!
* Special:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
* Happy Day has a great location as it is just inside Indian Pete Bayou which offers great views of the lake yet offers protection from storms and waves as well as more enjoyable swimming and fishing from the dock. We have had trouble with the exact mapping location which is why I am making this note.
Upstairs:
Main floor has dining room with seating for 6, full kitchen (with extra table to accommodate more), upper patio with patio set and grill, 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 1 w/ double and bunk bed, and 1 w/ 2 twin beds) and bathroom with 2 toilet areas and 1 shared tub/shower (these are jack and jill bathrooms separated by pocket doors.)
Kitchen:
• Sliding glass door right off kitchen that opens to deck (also has table and chairs); Great for morning coffee that looks out toward Hamlin Lake
Mid Level:
Mid level has living/entertainment room with couch, upholstered chairs, TV (roku), fireplace (for decoration only), table for games, games, books and a mini bar…we call this the “Great Room”. Walk out the two sliders onto an expansive deck overlooking Hamlin Lake with a patio table and chairs offering plenty of seating for outdoor eating, relaxing and sunset watching!
Lower Level:
This is the best place on a hot day!
Ping Pong table! Great for family tournaments!
The walk-out lower level, has a small sitting room perfect for watching sunsets or summer storms and a sliding glass door that leads out to a nice patio (round metal table with chairs) with views of the lake. The lower level also has an extra twin bed and a full bathroom 2 shower stalls (great for coming from the lake/beach) a bathroom, and full laundry facilities.
Outside:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
• 2 Decks and one Patio
• 3 outdoor tables and chairs
• Lawn
• Outdoor Grill
* Fire pit right near the lake! Enjoy the sunsets, family gathering by the fire, marshmallows, and more!!
As with most lake houses, please note this home does not have Air Conditioning. Fans are available.
All towels and linens are provided. Just bring your clothes and your toothbrush, and enjoy your Unsalted Vacation free of stress, and free of salt!
Nearby:
• Barnharts Marina and Restaurant (walking distance)
• Ludington State Park
• Stearns Beach
* Public boat ramp just down the street at Wilson Park.
More:
• Coffee Maker
• Dishes & Utensils
• Dishwasher
• Kitchen
• Microwave
• Oven
• Refrigerator
• Stove
• Toaster
House Rules:
• Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Max. occupancy: 10
• children welcome
• pets not allowed
• non-smoking only
* Special:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
* Happy Day has a great location as it is just inside Indian Pete Bayou which offers great views of the lake yet offers protection from storms and waves as well as more enjoyable swimming and fishing from the dock. We have had trouble with the exact mapping location which is why I am making this note.
Upstairs:
Main floor has dining room with seating for 6, full kitchen (with extra table to accommodate more), upper patio with patio set and grill, 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 1 w/ double and bunk bed, and 1 w/ 2 twin beds) and bathroom with 2 toilet areas and 1 shared tub/shower (these are jack and jill bathrooms separated by pocket doors.)
Kitchen:
• Sliding glass door right off kitchen that opens to deck (also has table and chairs); Great for morning coffee that looks out toward Hamlin Lake
Mid Level:
Mid level has living/entertainment room with couch, upholstered chairs, TV (roku), fireplace (for decoration only), table for games, games, books and a mini bar…we call this the “Great Room”. Walk out the two sliders onto an expansive deck overlooking Hamlin Lake with a patio table and chairs offering plenty of seating for outdoor eating, relaxing and sunset watching!
Lower Level:
This is the best place on a hot day!
Ping Pong table! Great for family tournaments!
The walk-out lower level, has a small sitting room perfect for watching sunsets or summer storms and a sliding glass door that leads out to a nice patio (round metal table with chairs) with views of the lake. The lower level also has an extra twin bed and a full bathroom 2 shower stalls (great for coming from the lake/beach) a bathroom, and full laundry facilities.
Outside:
• Private dock with bench on the end for great sunsets and morning coffee! Boats can be tied on the dock.
• Steel sea wall to tie up kayaks, boats, paddle boards, etc
• 2 Decks and one Patio
• 3 outdoor tables and chairs
• Lawn
• Outdoor Grill
* Fire pit right near the lake! Enjoy the sunsets, family gathering by the fire, marshmallows, and more!!
As with most lake houses, please note this home does not have Air Conditioning. Fans are available.
All towels and linens are provided. Just bring your clothes and your toothbrush, and enjoy your Unsalted Vacation free of stress, and free of salt!
Nearby:
• Barnharts Marina and Restaurant (walking distance)
• Ludington State Park
• Stearns Beach
* Public boat ramp just down the street at Wilson Park.
More:
• Coffee Maker
• Dishes & Utensils
• Dishwasher
• Kitchen
• Microwave
• Oven
• Refrigerator
• Stove
• Toaster
House Rules:
• Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Max. occupancy: 10
• children welcome
• pets not allowed
• non-smoking only
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Hamlin Lake, MI
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Reviews
5.0
Very nice place, cottagey feel. Plenty of room for 5 adults and 1 baby. Clean and comfortable. Communicating with the owners was very easy and they are quick to reply.
5.0
Brothers weekend
5.0
Great, quiet place to stay
5.0
This home is very clean, comfortable and spacious, in an excellent location. Home has a well equipped kitchen. Beds are comfortable with nice pillows and blankets. Good laundry facilities. Double showers and bathroom in the basement were extremely helpful. We kept our boat at the dock, which is on a nice and quiet part of the lake. Great for kayaking and paddleboarding. The yard is very nice and great for campfires. Parking is tight but workable. Owners were very accommodating and pleasant to work with. We had a very enjoyable stay and would love to rent again!
4.0
This home has a view of lovely Hamlin Lake. During our stay we saw a bald eagle. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. Our host Bill responded quickly and openly to our questions and comments. Ludington State Park and shopping are an easy drive. And if you like fresh blueberries—u pick or ready picked—Couturier’s blueberry patch is nearby. The house is ready for some updates, which Bill has plans to address. We hope future guests will enjoy lake life at Happy Day.
4.0
General location was great with easy access to downtown Ludington, State Park, sunsets on the beach, and all the area has to offer. It's our favorite town to be in during summer. The home was clean, roomy, and bedrooms exactly as expected.
The basement showers are not pictured in the profile, but are not as nice as the rest of the house (we wore our flip flops) and the other bathrooms only have pocket doors that do not latch closed. There was also something in the bottom two levels that triggered our allergies, restricting my mother to the main floor. We're glad it was cool during our week, since that level would have been warm without air conditioning.
Also, the positioning of the home on the VRBO map appears to be directly on upper Hamlin Lake, when it is actually situated in the cove. That didn't make a difference since most of the shoreline isn't very swimmable. It made for good fishing off the dock though.
All in all, it was a good vacation.
5.0
We had a wonderful time. 5 days is not enough!!
5.0
2nd year at this vacation home on beautiful Hamlin lake. Boat rentals on the lake. Lots of room for teens to spread out..Ping Pong tournaments at the cottage. Mornings on the deck for the adults. We'll be back!!
5.0
A couple of recommendations if I may, a few clocks would be great, especially one in the master bedroom. Also, an outside light for the back of the property is really needed for safety purposes. I would consider a gate at the top of the stairs as well, again, for safety purposes.
We loved our stay and the accommodations met our needs.
Thank you so much for renting to us and especially allowing me to change our dates of stay due to bad weather predictions.
P.S. The weather was fantastic and the northern colors where fabulous.
Sincerely,
Nancy & Brian
5.0
I love this house! Our family bought it in 1971 but had to give it up. The new owners are fantastic and have made the cottage a great place to vacation and enjoy the lake.
5.0
Our family of 8 (parents, adult kids, and baby) loved our 4 day stay here! We thoroughly enjoyed that there were different living spaces and places to hang out so everyone could be doing whatever they wanted! We made good use of the ping pong table, played games in the fireplace room, lounged outside, had bonfires, and made great food! The kitchen was a little small for our many cooks, but it was well stocked with pots and pans and utensils. Overall great stay!
5.0
The house was right on Hamlin Lake with a nice dock for parking our pontoon boat. The house was roomy enough for our growing family. The owner was super helpful, allowing us to park an additional vehicle and trailer on another property he owned. We loved all the books and games he had, especially the ping pong table. Our only regret was that it was difficult to fit 10 of us in the dining room. We made it work, though, and would definitely stay here again!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. House clean and neat. No ants or bugs. Expectations clear. Owner attentive on line but no bother in person.
The only drawback was lots of seaweed right off the dock. We had a Lilley pad raft though so the kids weren't bothered. We also rented a boat so went a short ride to the dunes.
The kids loved the Ping Pong table in the lower level.
Lots of spaces, indoor and out. Ludington is a beautiful spot.
We'll happily come back!
5.0
Place was amazing. Quiet location and beautiful lake views. It was great to fish off the dock.
Kids and I enjoyed our stay and would recommend for large families. Lots of space for everyone.
5.0
We’ve stayed on Hamlin Lake many times and this is truly a beautiful property! The sunsets off the dock were gorgeous. The kids enjoyed fishing off the dock and the ping pong table in the basement. It was nice to have all four bedrooms on the main floor. We ended each night with a bonfire down by the lake which was so peaceful. The neighboring cottages were very quiet. Would definitely stay again!
2.5
Great stay. Lots of room/beds. Plenty of room and things to do.
5.0
Wonderful Place!
We loved our stay! We caught lots of fish from the dock, enjoyed the fire pit, drank coffee on the deck, kayaked, and walked to the yummy restaurant down the street. The house was extremely clean and well stocked with everything you need. Would definitely stay again!
5.0
Lake Life!
Thank you so much for a great stay. We appreciate the dock, fire pit, and the ping pong table was such fun. Love being in Michigan.
5.0
Great location. Quiet and serene. Really enjoyed the town. My family and I had a wonderful time. Would visit again!
5.0
Super clean!!!!
This property was perfect for our needs. Plenty of room for the 8 of us to spread out! We brought our own kayaks and enjoyed exploring Hamlin Lake! Guys fished right off the dock - caught bass and perch. Also , many ping pong matches were had in the basement!
Also have pontoon rentals available next door. We just ran out of time to do that.
We have stayed many places and this really was one of the cleanest! Also, Bill got back to me quickly with any questions I had!
Great time!!!!
5.0
Fun with family
This place was great. Beds were very comfortable. Decks and fire pit we spent a lot of time at. Hope to come back again soon. The only issue was the carpet in the family room really needs to be cleaned. Smells like animals. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay.
5.0
Nice little place!
Our 3rd stay here in a year. Nice place. Decor and home is dated but always clean, tidy and necessary provisions available.
5.0
Excellent choice!
This house was exactly as listed! Easy access, great parking for 3 cars, beautiful lake, quiet, shaded, clean and everything you need! Will definitely be back!
4.0
Family time at the lake
The lake house has an excellent location protected by a bay with a fully shaded backyard and deck with a nice view of the lake. While the kitchen is small, it proved adequate. The sleeping arrangements were better than expected. The location is in close proximity to several excursion opportunities in the area. The hosts were very accommodating. Our children very much enjoyed the trip!
5.0
Clean and lots of room. Great size yard. Good fishing right off the dock!!
Very clean house. We had one issue with a door and the Property manager was there to fix it right away. It was exactly as the photos showed and described. We will be back!!
5.0
We stayed a week over the 4th for our parents 50th wedding anniversary. Amazing time!!
Loved the house, the neighborhood and the lake. Only thing this place needs is central air on the maim floor. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
5.0
Perfect family getaway!
Our family of 6 adults and a 2 and 5 year old spent 5 days relaxing in your lakefront home. Perfect space for families. Quiet areas for those who needed to nap or go to bed early. Very well equipped and clean home. Beds were comfy and clean. Plenty of linens/towels. Beautiful sunset views. Kids enjoyed the spacious yard. Deck was perfect for meals and games. Enough seating for all and then some. We all enjoyed the kayaks. My grandson loved learning a new skill, paddling! Fishing from the dock provided entertainment for the fishermen, couple of small perches. Easy drive to all Ludington has to offer. We would certainly love to return one day!
5.0
Family vacation
Was a very roomy cottage. Had extra bed in lowest level which my single son liked. Things provided for the kids. Nice area.
5.0
best family vacation ever
Unique, plenty of room for a large group, absolutely clean and neat and well supplied.
5.0
Beautiful and Relaxing
We had an amazing stay. The house and property met all expectations. We will definitely be rebooking another stay!!
5.0
Perfect location for a relaxing getaway .
The house has such character. I enjoyed all the various artwork. The deck off the kitchen area was nestled below the trees and you could enjoy all the birds singing a tune. The location was perfect for watching the sunset melt unto the water. Deck off the living room was spacious . Various areas outside to sit & relax. We met the owner & he was very friendly . Wonderful experience !
5.0
Great house!
Happy Day was great for a girls weekend! There were 6 of us and we each had our own bed. Beds were comfortable, the house was extremely clean, kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, linens and towels are provided and the view is gorgeous! We didn’t go on or in the water because it was chilly but we did enjoy a fire one night and the lake looked clean and good for swimming, boating and fishing. Bill responded quickly and kindly to all our inquiries before and during the trip. We hope to stay here again in the future!
5.0
Perfect getaway!
Group of 10 close friends/family stayed here for an extended weekend. It was perfect! Just wished we'd have found this gem earlier in the season to enjoy more water amenities. Host was kind, attentive, informative. Booked this property for 2021 get together before we even left the property!
5.0
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5.0
Perfect getaway
It truly was a fun weekend. The cabin was very clean and roomy. Had a great time fishing from the dock. Great fire at night. Would recommend it to all my friends.
5.0
Great week on Hamlin!
Had a great week away on Hamlin Lake! The house was great and perfectly as advertised. Lots of deck space to enjoy the view of the lake. Spacious water frontage to relax by the water. Great WiFi connection that even extended to the water as we were able to 'work from home' several days. Caught lots of fish from the dock. Overall great stay! Would definitely come back and stay here again!
5.0
A great week on Hamlin Lake
The house is as advertised - our family of 5 (2 adults and 3 teenagers) had plenty of room to spread out. The house is located in an inlet just inside a No Wake zone so nice calm waters to paddle around. The owners live in town and were extremely responsive to the couple of questions/ requests we had. Overall, a great experience and would recommend this property.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hamlin Lake?
The average price for a rental in Hamlin Lake is $361 per night. This rental is $529 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful Lakefront House on Hamlin Lake. Great location and plenty of room!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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