Cabin is much larger than pictures portray. Very clean. There are lots of stairs but we had no problems and didn’t see it as an inconvenience. We were nervous about the bathroom due to reading past reviews but we felt as though it was perfectly fine. Shower was plenty big and we enjoyed that the shower was separate from the actual restroom especially with 7 people. We loved the private beach and deck. It made for the perfect “slow down” vacation. We also enjoyed that it was not a far drive from town. We enjoyed local coffee shops and playgrounds. The Sandcastle Children’s museum was a huge hit with our toddlers. Everything we wanted to do we were there in 10/15 minutes. Owner answered all of our questions and made it simple to book. 10/10 recommend.

This cottage is rustic, yet it has everything that you need to be comfortable. The beach is perfect for the kids to play in the sand. The water is shallow and clean. It is in a quiet and private setting. Took some day trips to Ludington State Park which is beautiful. The kids went on adventures on the dunes across the street. We had a wonderful week, and we hope to return next year. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us.

Property is in the perfect location. On a beautiful lake with private beach. Sand dune climb across the street was amazing, hiking trails down the street. Smaller inland lake 2 minutes away and Lake Michigan access within 3 minutes, not to mention very close to downtown Ludington. Appreciated all the water toys- kayaks and paddleboards and lifejackets provided. The wrap around deck was amazing to sit out on and view the lake and listen to the waves. (Just wish the overgrown weeds could be trimmed as they obscured the view of the lake, did not look like picture in listing). As mentioned in the listing, the house is definitely "rustic", would have given 5 stars if not for the bathroom accommodations. We can deal with small bathrooms, but bathroom practically not functional. Walls are particle board in which smelled like mold. Shower was so tiny could barely turn around and toilet was so close to wall, would likely think about renting again if not for the bathroom. Overall though had a great time!

The cottage was a delight. Trees out every window, lake with a sand beach down the stairs off the deck, forest and dunes just across the street. It's the sort of place where stress melts away as soon as you arrive. My friends and I had a lovely time playing in the lake, climbing the dunes, sleeping late in the comfy beds, hanging out on the deck listening to birds and the lake, then wandering into town for provisions and meals out. The cottage was perfectly comfortable, filled with everything we needed, and located in a spot that felt like it was away from the world while being super close to every outdoor or city amenity we wanted. Our host was quick to answer any questions, and the cottage was well stock with a full kitchen and all sort of niceties like throw blankets for cool evenings, USB ports on the night stands, and lots of information about things to do and see in the area. We had a delightful time and hope to go back soon!

We had a nice stay. Great location

Falconcrest offered everything for our active family. Kayaks, swimming and fishing out the front door. Dunes, hiking and biking out the back door. Close enough to town to enjoy restaurants, pickleball courts, and ice cream! But plenty peaceful at the cottage. What a great week!

From check in to check out everything was perfect. We loved the beach area and spent sun up to sun down in the water. The little ones had a perfect beach and nice shallow water to play. We made it to the top of the dune across the street for a sunset and we weren’t disappointed. Eric wax a great host and responded very quickly to any questions I had.

We had an amazing week at Falconhurst. It had all the rustic charm of a little old cabin in the woods with all the fun of being right on Hamlin Lake & the Ludington dunes (trail to the top right across the street). We climbed the dunes several evenings after dinner to enjoy the sunset over Lake Michigan. We really appreciated the provided kayaks. They made for some great exploring of the lake and the canoe trails. The big family room table provided plenty of space to eat together and to play games at night. We totally loved the rustic style and we’re happy to read the history of the cottage and imagine the memories that have been made there over the last 99 years. The lack of a/c was not a big deal as the temps went down nicely at night and there are many fans provided. The bathroom being divided into a separate shower room and a toilet room was very helpful. We had 7 adults/older teens and didn’t have a problem. Yes, there are a lot of steps getting in to the cottage as well as to the lake, but that was very clearly written in the description and we were ready for the extra workout to work off all of our vacation meals and desserts. If you’re looking for a modern & pristine condo-like space, this place is probably not for you. If you are looking for a historic, charmingly rustic lake cottage in the woods, you will be at home at Falconhurst.

Great stay with family - the location, amenities, and supplies were exactly as advertised. A real gem of a tree house. Would definitely rent again.

The house is covered in spiders and spider webs all over the outside including the deck and chairs and some spiders and webs on the inside of the house too. The bathroom and shower are tiny and need remodeled badly. Don’t rent if you don’t like spiders (and ants) or stairs that lead up to the house (which there are no pictures of) and down to the beach. Not bad for younger folks but still must carry luggage and groceries up stairs. Also, the beds are not very comfortable. Either super soft or very hard mattresses. The house really only sleeps six.

As a family that has vacationed to Ludington together for 30+ years now, our time spent on Hamlin Lake at Falconhurst was one of our most memorable experiences yet. We enjoyed our 2020 visit and look forward to returning again! Thanks so much for a relaxing and comfortable stay!

We picked this cottage for the beach area and were not disappointed. Soft sand stays shallow and goes out way past the dock. Room enough for the seven of us to play and relax and still park a fishing boat and waverunner. Had fun on the kayaks and paddle boards as well. Looking forward to next year.

great location / very comfortable

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this unique property located above Hamlin Lake and just a few miles from our favorite Lake Michigan beaches. The house has several sleeping options, an awesome deck overlooking Hamlin and a nice private beach with fire pit. We enjoyed using the kayaks and paddle boards provided and the grandkids took several hikes across the road to the dunes. If you’ve a stargazer check these out at night! Thanks for providing such a nice location for our annual Ludington vacation!

We had a great time at Falconhurst. The setting is beautiful and there is so much to do: hiking, swimming, kayaking. Would highly recommend to families looking to have fun and relax

Falconhurst is a nice old cottage. If you grew up with a cottage you will appreciate the simplicity of being there. Beds were comfortable and the cottage was clean when we arrived. There is a newer laundry room which was very convenient. Hamlin lake is beautiful and is great for fishing or relaxing. The beach area is great for kids and by 1:00 it is mostly shaded so your not baking in the summer sun. The one thing to know is the bath and shower ares are quite small. My daughter was staying with us and she is 7 months pregnant. The bathroom was just not useable for her and difficult to use if your tall. We ended up having to rent a hotel room which was a large additional cost which was not planned. If planning a stay i would request pics of those areas maybe even with a person in the room so you can make an educated assessment of whether it will work for you. I'm sure for most its fine but for my taller family is was an issue. Overall though the cottage is a great place to stay and having the beach, if you have children, is a big bonus.

Property is as described. Lake Hamlin is right out back. Ludington and the state park are easily accessible.

We stayed here with our family and had some friends stay for two days out of seven. The perfect place! The owner has immediate response and is more than accommodating. The beach is awesome and is perfect for little kids. About 3 feet deep for 20 yards out. The house sleeps 8 comfortably and has plenty of room for everyone. The screened in porch rocked for playing cards at night and relaxing. Washer and dryer are a fantastic touch. All in all 0 complaints and we had a quiet and relaxing vacation. Thank you Eric for providing a great experience. We will be back.

We had a wonderful time at the cottage , we would have liked to say longer. It was so peaceful. Watching the sun rise in the morning over the lake was beautiful, having a fire on the beach in the evening was a great way to end the day. The cottage was clean and well stocked. It is just a short drive to Ludington State park and downtown Ludington for those days out.

We had a fantastic time at the cottage. The house is secluded but close enough to town and Lake Michigan and it’s easy to quickly see people if you want to. The beach is in a cove and well protected. The house was comfortable, roomy and clean. I met the owners and I gave them a few suggestions which to me would move from a 4 to 5 star experience. These are 1. A hose at the top of the stairs as you come off the beach would help keep kids from tracking sand in. 2. There wasn’t a broom which would also help keep things clean and 3. A washer, which they mentioned they were putting in. One additional item would be to keep house better stocked with basic kitchen storage items like foil, Saran Wrap, baggies etc. We only had 2 garbage bags and it’s hard to justify buying more bags when you know you’ll only use 1 more. A spring trip to Costco would likely do the trick for a year or more. Otherwise absolutely beautiful area, views, etc! Loved our stay and sad to leave.

Great place for a relaxing vacation

This really is a great little treehouse cottage, and while it isn’t fancy - the pictures don’t do it justice, either. It’s eclectically mismatched but cute & a sort of rustic/comfortable. Master Bedroom overlooks lake and you can hear the waves lap the shore at night. Beds were nothing fancy but none the less quite comfy. Kitchen was basic but had everything we needed - and was big enough for the children to have breakfast at the little table with three chairs. There was a dryer - but it would have been very helpful to have a washing machine. A week with young children and no washing machine is of course doable, but not ideal. That’s the only thing we really felt we missed, however. We were there during one of the hottest weeks of the year - temperatures dipped up into the low 90s a few days - but we didn’t miss having a/c, the location on the hill in the trees helped keep the temperature mostly comfortable and evenings always cooled down enough to sleep well. We had friends who rented another house across the lake the same week, and their house was unbearably hot so the location/setup of our little treehouse really made a difference. We stayed here with our 3 children, ages 4,8&10. Having a little sand beach and access to the SUPs and kayaks helped make the whole setup even better. There was a dock we could use to tie up our rented fishing boat. There are a bunch of stairs up to the house from the driveway and down to the beach from the house - but all very doable. Great firepit down at the beach with plenty of firewood. Beach and clearing by the water were all well maintained. Sand dunes across the street and nearby access to the state park were a big hit. The location here is really key - having visited friends on different spots around the lake, I thought this location was really ideal. As a side note, the owners were generous and accommodating and always in touch if we needed anything. We have rented a dozen+ houses over the past 10 years and never has our security deposit been refunded so fast - within an hour or so of leaving the funds were back in our account. Definitely would recommend this vacation rental.

Falconhurst is a roomy, well-equipped home with a sandy beach, close to downtown Ludington and the state park. Trails in the state park are right across the street from the cabin. Paddleboards, kayaks, fire pit, shallow sandy beach are all there. Great for kids of all ages. If you're in your 60's like we are, take along some younger family members to haul your stuff up the numerous steps to the cabin-it's up a hill from both the parking and the beach. Full kitchen with all dishes and pans, etc., that you need. Large family room with lots of seating and dining table with chairs for 8. Board games, books, beach toys all there. Closed in porch for more inside room when needed. Nice propane grill. Great town nearby-restaurants and shops along with the beach on Lake Michigan. Street party on Friday nights. We had a great week!

Our family of five (2 adults, 3 kids, ages 4, 8 and 12) was looking for a place to go where we could just relax, spend time together and forget our schedules and responsibilities. We are big fans of high-planning vacations, like Disney World, so we knew we needed someplace drastically different. In my research, I was looking for a place with water access (this cottage's private beach was a HUGE bonus), close to nature and far from heavy tourist spots (like south in St. Joseph or Grand Haven). When we discovered Hamlin Lake and Ludington State Park, we knew we had a winner. The cottage itself was perfect, and the owner's description was right on-- it is a rustic cabin in the woods. It had plenty of room for everyone to sleep and gave everyone their own space. We loved the screened-in porch, the chairs on the deck and the beach. The hardest part for our kids was dealing with the well water. We ended up using bottled water for brushing teeth, which helped. The semi-private beach (which is shared with a couple other homes) was one of the highlights of our trip. It got morning sun, until about 1 or 2 in the afternoon. We spent many days playing the the calm water (which was perfect for our 4 year old), using the kayak or paddle boards (perfect for our 8 and 12 year olds) and building sand castles. At night, we would go down to the beach to use the fire pit to roast hot dogs and s'mores. We took advantage of the proximity of Ludington State Park to hike the trails and run the dunes. We also drove a few miles down to the public Stearns Park beach to swim in Lake Michigan (which was much colder and rougher than Hamlin Lake)! One day, we rented a pontoon boat and took the kids tubing on Hamlin Lake. We loved how close everything was, and the list of ideas that the owner sent before our stay was perfect. We very much enjoyed House of Flavors, Chuck Wagon pizza and the food at Jamesport Brewery. From the first night there, our kids were already talking about coming back next year!

We have a wonderful time on our trip. The cabin fit our two small families well and the owners were so helpful. The lake was beautiful and the beach at the house was perfect for our young kids. The dunes were so fun right across the street along with walking trails in the woods. It was a short drive to town and to Lake Michigan. We will be staying again.

My sister and I stayed the week with our families. There was plenty of room for the 8 of us. The cottage was very spacious. It was well stocked with kitchen supplies as well as bedding and towels. It was very clean. The free firewood was a nice perk. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. The lake was great for fishing and tubing. It was very close to Lake Michigan and downtown ludington. We enjoyed are stay so much we have already book a week for next summer!

We loved the cottage! It was very comfortable for our family of five and we loved the beach access and friendly neighbors. The place was clean and charming and had everything we needed for our week in Ludington.

Our family of five stayed at the Falconhurst cottage in August 2014. The location of the cottage is perfect - right on Hamlin Lake, very close to Lake Michigan and the State Park, and incredible sand dunes to climb right across the street. The cottage itself is spacious, with three bedrooms and a very large living/dining room area. We enjoyed the view from the dining room table so much that we often chose to cook dinner and stay at the cottage rather than going into town and eating at a restaurant! The beach area was our favorite place to spend our time. Unlike most properties on Hamlin Lake, there is no seawall and instead we could walk right into the lake from shore. The kids played frisbee and football in the water while the adults relaxed on the beach. The firepit (and free firewood!) provided great evening entertainment every night. We enjoyed our stay so much that we rarely went into town, other than the occasion grocery store trip or for ice cream at House of Flavors. This is a beautiful, well cared for cottage with all of the little touches to make it special. We have stayed at many cottages on Hamlin Lake, and this by far has been our favorite!

We are torn on the cottage so we will list the good and bad. Lots of room in the cottage with plenty of sleeping, great beach and awesome dunes across the street! Windows facing lake were filthy and don't open so absolutely no breeze which we were told we would get. 2nd night we tried to run the big space heater which tripped breaker every 5 minutes so get it warm we had to be in the dark. Were told told not to flush toilet found out why, human waste was coming out of the ground. The night before we were told to bring our own dish towels and rags. The slip cover for the couch smelled moldy like it hasn't been washed in years. When we went to use the pull out couch there was a lot of sand under the cushions. They say cooking utensils, pots and pans supplied. We couldn't even boil spaghetti because the pot was burned. You are also responsible for your own trash which is fine but at least supply a place to put trash until you leave we learned the hard way cleaning up after the racoons so we had to have the smelly trash inside every night. weren't expecting the taj mahal or a gourmet kitchen but at least have clean windows and wash the slip covers, supply at least 1 decent pot and a sharp knife. On the good there is more than enough to keep you busy with other small towns close buy, kayaking, golfing, swimming, and hiking. In our opinion the cottage was not worth what we paid for a week. This was not a problem for us at all but if you have a hard time with steps look else where cause theres a bunch going up and double going down to the lake.

My husband and I and our school-age daughters spent a week at Falconhurst and loved it! We had not been to Ludington / Hamlin Lake before but hope to return. The cottage was appointed with everything a family were to need. It was cute and comfortable with lots of room. The surroundings are beautiful--between the quiet, sandy beach, and the towering pines and lovely woods, the location can't be beat. The dunes across the street were incredible--we climbed them many times and watched the beautiful sunsets over Lake Michigan.......that was a highlight of our stay. The homeowners were very conscientious and helpful. Our only suggestion might be to offer a DVD player for rainy evenings. Thank you for helping our family create lasting and happy memories! It was a pleasure to stay at your unique cottage!