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Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!

Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!

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Welcome, welcome, welcome!
Welcome to Pura Vida!
Enjoy making memories playing games together in the back yard at Pura Vida!
Back patio with picnic tables for entertaining
Upstairs deck with access off of upstairs disco room

Overview of Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Ludington, MI
  • Popular LocationButtersville Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationS.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry12 min drive
  • Popular LocationLudington Waterfront Park13 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 7

2 Double Futons

Lower Level NE Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level NW Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite - Main Level

1 King Bed

Upstairs SE Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs SW Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bath Ensuite - Main Level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Powder Room - Main Level

Towels provided

Upstairs Lighthouse Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Master Bath Ensuite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!

Please send an inquiry first if there is any question on dates or accommodations.

Are you ready to rejuvenate your spirit? Come and enjoy Pura Vida, the pure life, in this exciting home on Lake Michigan located 3 miles south of Ludington. Construction on this Platinum-built home was completed in June 2009. 10-foot ceilings, open floor plan, made to entertain! Spend your days basking in the sunshine on the private beach on Lake Michigan while enjoying the breathtaking views and long walks. Share your evenings with family and friends on the deck watching the incredible sunsets and complete your evenings with late night dancing in the disco room. Possibilities are endless. Now, this is living! Spread some Pura Vida and hope to see you soon!

Vacation on Lake Michigan and enjoy the beautiful surrounding Ludington area. The Ludington Lighthouse is visible to the north from this beach house. The beach is private and ready for you! Lake Michigan is such a spectacular site. The view just doesn't get any more fantastic than this! The stairway to the beach located in the backyard at Pura Vida has multiple landings for sight seeing and rest breaks as desired and has 305 steps in full. The view from the top is out of this world, and the privacy and beauty once on the beach take you away to a Caribbean Island. Your own private paradise! Pura Vida will be the perfect place to have your small family gathering, reunion with a few friends, or a romantic get-away. There are so many attractions in Ludington and surrounding areas that this will become one of your favorite vacation spots for years to come. Don't miss riding the S.S. Badger Lake Michigan ferry, visiting Sandcastles Children's Museum, renting ATV's at Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Reading If I Can't Be At Your Feet: A Look at Life with Four Legs and a Tail written by a local Ludington author, Enjoying a local craft brew, Shopping at art galleries, eating at Luciano's Italian restaurant, playing Frisbee golf (within walking distance), making sandcastles on Stearn's Beach downtown, playing putt-putt, spending time at Waterfront Park on the amazing playground, hiking to the lighthouse in Ludington State Park, attending one of the many festivals in town or nearby, fishing for salmon on a charter boat, visiting the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, playing pickleball at Oriole Field, golfing at beautiful Lakeside Links around the corner, touring on the Princess of Ludington, kayaking the Loop on the Pere Marquette River, chasing your children and grandchildren along the beach, and making a plethora of amazing memories that will never fade. Need I say more??? What are you waiting for? Please plan your trip to beautiful Ludington, Michigan today.

In the winter, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing enthusiasts can enjoy over 10 miles of easy-to-navigate trails at Ludington State Park. Crystal Mountain is 1 hour 20 minutes away so downhill skiing is also an option if you would like to sneak up to Crystal Mountain one day during your stay at Pura Vida! MTB/FAT TIRE Biking...there is now a 365 day/year trail at the Ludington School Forest that is ideal for bikers of all ages and skill levels.

Nature surrounds you at Pura Vida! It is normal to see bald eagles flying in front of Pura Vida over Lake Michigan. What a sight it is to see these amazing creatures.

Adventure awaits you at Pura Vida, a four-season destination!

Please send an inquiry first if there is any question on dates or accommodations. We ask that you use Pura Vida like it is your own home so we can keep Pura Vida nice for decades to come to welcome you and your loved ones back year after year.


Property manager

Crystal

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
No weddings or wedding parties allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow weddings or parties of any size on our property due to insurance reasons.
Peak season beginning mid-June through August requires WEEKLY rentals. SUNDAY is the only day for check in and check out for peak season. :)
Upon booking, Pura Vida will send you a personalized contract to sign to complete your reservation. The rental agreement shows you the basic contract

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
Note from host: No weddings or wedding parties allowed
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Historic White Pine Village and North Breakwater Light are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Waterfront Park. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Map
Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Buttersville Park - 5 min drive
  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 9 min drive
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 12 min drive
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 13 min drive
  • Stearns Park Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • House Of Flavors - 12 min drive
  • Culver's - 9 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 10 min drive
  • Pomorski's Tavern - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Welcome to your Lake Michigan Escape! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ludington holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Buttersville Park and Historic White Pine Village. Pere Marquette River and West Michigan Fairgrounds are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ardith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Choice
Pura Vida was our 50th anniversary celebration destination. It was a perfect choice! The view of Lake Michigan is stunning and completely private. The fire pit, challenging steps to the private beach, sandbox for wee ones and fresh air are just the outdoor "amenities". (Although the 300 plus steps were challenging for this 72 year old, our "younger" guests had no problem.) The house is beautifully appointed. The kitchen is very well equipped. Beds are comfortable. Ample bathrooms for several guests. Our family joined us throughout our stay. To a person, a good time was had by all. Thank you to Crystal and the staff for providing a memory making destination for us!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure Vida
We had a wonderful stay! Would definitely stay again! Very nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lari h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best view of Lake Michigan in Ludington
This house was perfect for our extended family stay! We loved the back yard for playing games and the fire pit for sitting around at night. The steps to the beach are a challenge, but once you get down them, the beach is so beautiful it makes it worth the climb back up. The bedrooms are spacious as well as the living areas. Our group was very comfortable. The kitchen is also well appointed with all the gear you need to cook for a group. Having ping pong and a pool table is a nice bonus. Also the house is stocked with tons of board games for all ages. We loved our stay and would highly recommend Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and spacious accommodations
We spent a week at Pura Vida with our extended family consisting of 12 people ranging in age from 13 to 78. Everyone enjoyed the spacious quarters and lovely views. There was also a small beach at the bottom of a very long staircase. The owners and their family were present when we arrived and were welcoming, and helpful then and thereafter. Communicating with Crystal was easy and she was very organized and accessible throughout our stay. The house was spotless and well equipped with many features and accessories that made the stay very easy, including pool and ping pong tables, a large bbq grille, a working gas fireplace, oceanside fire pit, outdoor sitting areas/decks, 2 dishwashers and plenty of glassware, dishes, and cooking utensils. The only minor problem we had was figuring out the shower dial in the 1st floor bedroom and dealing with a faulty shower head in that shower. The location was private, but very accessible to Ludington, although a 10-15 ride south to Pentwater. Overall, we had a relaxing visit with our children and grandchildren and would certainly return to this home if we visited the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The house was beautiful with all of the amenities you would need plus more. Very clean and plenty of room. Communication with the owners was quick and check-in was very easy. There may be 313 steps down to the beach (kids counted!) but it was well worth it! Great location between Ludington and Pentwater with plenty of eating and shopping locations. This was a great and relaxing week spent with family all together which doesn’t happen as much as it used to. Highly recommend this home for you and your family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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