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The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including sofas and chairs, overlooking a lake.
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with a grassy area in the foreground.
An aerial view of a property with a circular arrangement of white chairs on a grassy area, a dock, and a house with a deck.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are four stools around the bar area.
A wooden interior with a zebra head mural, a lofted sleeping area, and a visible staircase.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Hamlin Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Hamlin Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilson Hill Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪38 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
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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. West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Area Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Map
Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Hamlin Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wilson Hill Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 17 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 18 min drive - 22.5 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 20 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Perch At Hobby Crest - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Barnhart's Marina Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • Barnhardts
  • ‪Pirate's Pub - Hamlin Lake - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goodtime Charlie's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bunkalow Lakefront Compound w Lifts for your Speed Boat & Tritoon located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Hamlin Lake and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Wilson Hill Park. Victory Memorial Park and Hemlock Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with plenty of indoor and outdoor space
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!! Lots of room!! Backyard and fire pit were awesome!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Our family had a very nice vacation. The cottage could have been cleaner and the outdoor shower had mold in it . TV not working In The bungalow. Parking for 3 vehicles with boat trailer tight.Overall was fine for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice cottage, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd year staying and we couldn't have loved it more! Perfect location, space for everyone, great fishing!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loves our stay at The Bunkalow. Plenty of room. Kids love the bunkhouse. Easy drive to sights. Recommend Stix for a great dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family

Our stay at the Bunkalow was great. Plenty of room for all of us and the different houses gave the kids a place to hangout together. Plenty of room to bring our boats. Convenient spot on the Lake for trips to the dunes and favorite fishing locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Really Great Place

We had a wonderful time and the place was great. All of our family enjoyed it and there was plenty of space. We also liked the location on Upper Hamlin. I'd recommend this place to anyone.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time on Upper Hamlin. Great yard for hanging out and doing a little bit of shore fishing. Nice boat docks. Plenty of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation!!

Everything about our stay was wonderful! The location, the property both inside and out, communication with the property owner and manager. We loved it so much we already booked for next year! It was everything we needed thank you for sharing it with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July 2024

The Bunkalow was great. The location in the water was a big hit with our group. If you want to relax in an outdoor atmosphere, this is a terrific choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Couldn't have asked for a better place to enjoy Hamlin Lake. Great property, great accomodations, plenty of space, and great communication from the property owner and manager. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone looking to enjoy Hamlin Lake. The boat lift was especially useful for our Pontoon. Emphatic 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a pleasure

Even though the weather did not cooperate, it was a good week at Bunkalow. We didn’t get to fish as much as usual, but we made up for it with fellowship. Bunkalow is well equipped for groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Thanks, Phil. Glad to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Indian Pete Bayou doesn’t disappoint

7 family members stayed for a week and a couple others came for a night. This cottage was comfortable and in a great spot for watching lake activities.We caught our biggest amount of perch and blue gills from the shore of the cottage.There’s nothing better than a fresh fish fry on Hamlin lake.Using the TV’s was the only quirky thing we encountered, besides the outside shower which my father-in-law and husband used all week. Really enjoyed the location. Evening walks, pontoon ride, games, fires, dune visit, fishing, shopping, eating and time with family amazing vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family on the Lake

The property on Hamlin lake was perfect for our family. Everything that we could want was there and we will likely return. Our only regret is that we chose a week early in June and the weather was horrendous. It’s always iffy this close to Lake Michigan so we advise trying to secure a higher percentage of a sure thing and attempt, and he stays in Ludington From mid June through early August
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bunkalow August 25-September 1, 2019

The outside area is what makes this property. Great deck, fire pit and boat hoists. The inside of the main house is much smaller than it looks online. It could also use a good cleaning. Lots of spider webs and dust in corners and floors just felt sticky. The bunkhouse was much newer and smelled fresher. The kitchen was packed with lots of owner things so there was not room to store our food and supplies. Kids had lots of fun in the boathouse as it was there own space to hang out in. Overall it was a fun family week with lots to do in the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bunkalow

The various options for sleeping and activities offered at the location was exceptional. There were games, canoe, fishing boat and outdoor games offered. The lawn and lakefront footage was large and gorgeous. The kitchen was well stocked with pans and all that was needed. There was a large gathering area with a variety of seating to allow for all to get together in and outside. The amount of options for seating outside on the deck were amazing. The firepit had lots of chairs to enjoy conversation while relaxing. The dock and lift were excellent and sturdy. What a gem to have at a lake! The were a great supply of towels and a washer and dryer to accommodate any needs. Having a shower in the restroom inside and one outside allowed for options depending on the needs of those staying. There were directions for the property on the fridge which were helpful. A book (binder) would be great to have specifics for using the TV , where to purchase firewood and any other suggestions for a wonderful stay would be a great addition. The 2 separate buildings for sleeping arrangements were a positive addition for when you have a combination of families and bedtime routines. Overall-a great facility for a combined family vacation! (We were the first of the season and the owner will be doing a deep clean for future visitors).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A favorite place for our family. Have stayed many times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Rental

This property has one of the best outdoor setting properties out of 200 rentals in my life time. It has really high quality outdoor furniture, two umbrellas, and plenty of room for cornhole, bocce ball or freisbe. Great outdoor lighting as well so you can find it if you do night boat cruises. His place can accommodate 5 boats as well with an electric lift for pontoons. The best part was I asked if he had refrigerator in any houses other then the main house and he said no.... He put one in at my request great customer service. I asked if he had adequate lights on the deck and he added Edison lights. He is one of the best communicators almost instant after a text and he aims to please his clientele. One last thing never buy wood from a gas station for 5 dollars a bundle regarding bonfires. He offers a service that brings three times the wood at 1/3 the price and they put it right next to the bonfire with a cover over it in case of rain. Andrew is many cuts above as a host. Thank you Andrew for the exceptional vacation rental top notch!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!!

We have been looking at the property for years and finally got to try it. It is on the perfect spot on the lake and place is awesome! We will definitely be back for sure! Helpful for future visitors: if you like to be cold when you sleep bring an extra fan. Bunk house very comfortable (where we slept). Parents thought bedroom off kitchen was a little warm but again it’s a lake house and we like to be cold :). Overall amazing place though!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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