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A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!

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Interior
Hot tub!
Terrace/patio
Exterior
It is less than a two minute walk from our driveway to the sand.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Stearns Park Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!


***Premier Host*** Book with confidence. Our privately owned vacation rentals have received hundreds of 5 star reviews.

Booking now for summer of 2026! Also perfect fall and winter getaways!

Stay in this completely remodeled beach home a half a block to the beach, and just a couple of blocks from downtown and the channel! This house is right in the middle of all of the fun of Ludington. Take a short drive to Ludington state park to go on the bike trails, hiking trails, or rent canoes or tubes and float from Hamlin lake down the river to Lake Michigan!

With 8 bedrooms, this is the perfect spot for a family reunion. This home features a hot tub, and gaming room with an arcade machine, foosball, air hockey, and shuffleboard! Even the garage is tricked out with a pool table, tv, refrigerator, and dart board.Rent "The Lighthouse Cottage" next door if you need more room. (Vrbo #2812633)

The main floor has 2 bedrooms, two living rooms, a dining area, kitchen, bathroom, sun porch, laundry room, large bathroom, and a gaming room. The upstairs area has 6 additional bedrooms. The upstairs also has two bathrooms and a living room area.

Here are the sleeping arrangements:
Palm Room - queen
Shell Room- full
Anchor Room - Queen, two twins, pack and play (this is a two bedroom connected family suite)
Beach room - King
Sand Room - King
Bunk room - 4 twins
Kids cave - futon full
Coral Room - Queen

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2506016vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Sandcastles Children's Museum and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Ludington Area Center for the Arts and West Michigan Fairgrounds.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Stearns Park Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Breakwater Light - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mancino's Pizza & Grinders - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room! on 21 May 2026 start from AU$1,161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A block from the beach! Sleeps 20! Hot Tub, Game Room! located?

This family-friendly Ludington holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of North Breakwater Light and Lake Michigan. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Stearns Park Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and wonderful family time.Property owners have thought of everything you need and have it available to make your stay perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind review Tom, we'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is prefect for a large family. It’s beautiful and functional. Large rooms, game rooms, large 10 person table for dining and extra chairs. Large kitchen and bathrooms. This is one of my favorite rental homes. I love it! Well appointed and attention to detail everywhere. Class act!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the easy access to the beach and many activities. Our blended family enjoyed the game room with air hockey/pool table, camp fire and grilling dinners. We had ample room and enjoyed the outside sitting areas too. It was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Outstanding house and location

Very well kept property and was perfect for our group of 12. Definitely would go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Thanks so much Brian! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael R.

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

Vacation

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Thanks for staying with us Michael!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

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

Great Family Stay

There was plenty of room, things to do, places to sleep, etc in this excellent property. Even on a cold dreary weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Hi Roger, Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad the space, sleeping arrangements, and activities worked well for your family stay. It’s always our goal to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for groups, and we’re happy to hear it was a good fit. We’d love to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindy M.

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

Amazing property!

Beautiful home, very clean and tastefully decorated. Great location right across from Lake Michigan. We look forward to staying here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thanks for your review Lindy! We were happy to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Great house right by beach

My friends and I had an awesome stay at this house! It easily fit our large group of 12 and was walking distance to the beach and everything in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Thanks for staying with us Ryan! We loved hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Perfect place for large families

We love this location, the house and the amenities. This was our second year to stay here. Beautiful home and an attentive owner! It was all good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
We loved hosting you Michele! Thanks for being a great guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale D.

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

Brilliant

This property was as described. Great amenities and extras. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2024
Thank you so much! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Ludington vacation

This home was very well equipped and in an ideal location in a lovely residential neighborhood with a short walk to the beach and to downtown businesses. We had ample space for our family group of 14 which included two toddlers and an infant. This was a great choice for us and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
We are glad you had a great trip John, we'd love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

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

Beautiful Home

Hello. This was one of the nicest properties we have stayed at using VRBO. It was perfect for our family. It is nicer than the pictures indicate. We were so happy upon our arrival. The owners have taken excellent care of this house and every room and bed was so comfortable. We will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that our home exceeded your expectations and helped make your stay so enjoyable. It means a lot to know that you found the house even nicer than the photos, and that it was a perfect fit for your family. We take great pride in keeping everything comfortable and well cared for, so your feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Wonderful stay!

Our family had such a wonderful vacation at this house! We’ve been coming to Ludington for years and this is the first time we’ve felt like we had enough space and everyone in the group was really comfortable. The games in the house were great to keep kids entertained (and fun for adults, too) and there was plenty of space for people of all ages to spend time in, separately or gathered together. The location can’t be beat! We loved it here and are looking forward to coming back next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for staying with us Michelle! We loved hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Wedding weekend stay

We absolutely loved this house! We had our wedding in town and had our wedding party all stay with us. Those had hadnt visited Ludington really loved how it was close to the beach and down town. The house was beautifully renovated and decorated. It made our wedding weekend even better!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
We loved hosting you Melissa! Thanks for the kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Beautiful! Great location!

Beautiful updated home with original details adding to its charm. The Ashby's have worked hard to create a welcoming vacation home within walking distance of the beach and lighthouse. Too many great things to possibly mention. Absolutely gorgeous. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
It was a pleasure hosting you Jason!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gale C.

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

Lots of room with a great location!

We had a family gathering in Ludington with our four children's families and the house served us well. The open floor plan on the first floor provided lots of open space for us all to be together while there were enough rooms for privacy. If you enjoy interestingly repurposed grand legacy houses, this is the place for you. You also can't beat the short walk to the beach and House of Flavors!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy the home worked well for your family gathering and that you enjoyed both the open layout and the unique character of the house. It’s great to hear that the location near the beach and House of Flavors added to your stay—definitely two of our favorite local gems! We’d be honored to host your family again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie N.

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

Family Holiday get together

We needed a house that could accommodate 16 people and this house did it. We had plenty of room and lots of extra activities to keep everyone entertained. The home had everything we needed except there were not enough towels for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad the home was a great fit for your family gathering and that everyone had plenty of space and fun activities to enjoy. We appreciate your feedback about the towels—thank you for pointing that out. We'll be sure to improve our towel supply for larger groups in the future. We hope to have the opportunity to host you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Perfect place

We hosted a summer work retreat, and loved the accommodations. There was plenty of seating, both for dining and lounging. The location was walkable both to the lake and downtown Ludington. We only had one small inconvenience that 2 of the bedroom doors are barn doors, therefore lacking in privacy (which made it a touch uncomfortable while staying with colleagues). All in all, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thanks for being a great guest Michele! We actually have now changed the barn doors to a regular door!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce W.

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

Lovely lodging in Ludington

We are a large, extended family, ranging from teenagers to seniors. Location was excellent, a short walk to the beach as well as downtown. Kitchen and baths were clean, spacious, and well stocked with needed items. Furnishings were new and tastefully done. Beds were comfortable. With separate air conditioning units in each room, temperatures were adjustable throughout. We would strongly recommend this large and comfortable house for your next vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
You were a pleasure to host Joyce! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb & Brian D.

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

Charming Home with Ideal Ludington Location

This is a beautifully restored older home with it’s unique charm left intact. It was perfect for our family of 11 with bedrooms to spare. It has all new amenities, comfortable beds, a beautiful hot tub and propane fire table. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and more. A rainy day was not a problem with a kids playroom, arcade gaming system, fooseball table, air hockey table and shuffle board. We walked a block to the beach and all over town. Beach toys, towels, sand mat and cart are included. Several bikes are available as well. The location could not be better and we hope to be back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
We loved hosting you and your crew Barb! Thanks for the kind words!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Great Location

We loved our stay at this rental within walking distance of the downtown and beach. There was ample room, bright, pretty, newer appliances and probably better than the pictures. We had an issue with the fridge, but the owner was available and prompt to address it. The issue may have been too much new food all at once that dropped the temperature. It did seem to recover, once we gave it time. I've never experienced this phenomenon before despite many rentals over many years-- I blame the new technology, as it was a new fridge. Great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the home’s location, space, and bright atmosphere—and that it exceeded expectations compared to the photos. We appreciate your understanding about the fridge and are happy we could address it quickly. Newer appliances can definitely be a bit finicky sometimes, especially with a big grocery haul! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Ludington walk ability

A great place especially for ALL the ages of our family! We have rented 4 VRBO homes in Ludington total. This is the first home within the city! The walk ability was fantastic- - beach, putt putt golf, skate park and stores. I’d highly recommend this home. The only issue we had was with the co-owner who totally disregarded our concern. The kitchen air conditioner was leaking and water was running down the wall, so we turned it off as a conscientious renter. All week we left it off and he never sent a person to assess this problem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Hi Janice, I am glad you had a great time! The air conditioner was not a quick fix. We had to hire an hvac company to completely remove it and re-install it. I am sorry if we had a miscommunication about it. I had asked you not to use that partiicular unit because we have 12 other air conditioning units in the house that would keep the house cool.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Great location for family gathering!

This large home is in a fantastic location in the heart of Ludington and only one block from Lake Michigan beach. We could walk to the beach, get an ice cream cone at House of Flavors, or check out the local art fair. The house had a nice big dining room table where the whole family could gather for meals and games. We also enjoyed the hot tub and yard games. The kitchen was equipped with cookware and dishes so we could cook group meals and the extra refrigerator in the garage was very helpful. The house matched the description in the listing, however we were surprised by 2 things—3 of the upstairs bedrooms have sliding barn doors that don’t close fully so there is not full privacy in these rooms. And for guests with mobility concerns, although the first floor bathroom is large, there is a pinch point at the entrance to the bathroom so my family member’s walker did not fit through without folding it. Once inside the bathroom there was plenty of room for the walker. The railings on the front steps and back steps were sturdy and he could access the first floor safely. And the nearby beach has excellent access for someone using a walker.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for the kind review, Katie! We enjoyed hosting you!
Verified

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Family Visit

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you for ther review, John!

About the host

Hosted by Ben Ashby

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I was born and raised in West Michigan. My wife Sarah and I have 4 active boys. We love spending the summer camping and visiting different beach communities on Lake Michigan.

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Who wouldn't want a house a half a block from Lake Michigan with 8+ bedrooms?

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