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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5618 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Stearns Park Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ludington

Heart of Ludington.Within a 5-minute walk of this Ludington vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. North Breakwater Light and Stearns Park Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina

Great upper unit of this two unit house next to the City Marina where you can dock your boat and walk to the house. We are walking distance to the beach, harbor, the Badger and downtown. This listing is for the upstairs unit only. If you would like to rent the lower unit as well, it has a separate 2 bedroom 2 bath downstairs (listing 4813202) This cottage is a charming home with a small deck in the back. The stairs to the deck have been completely rebuilt as well as the bedroom floors. Some areas of the unit have sloped ceilings and could be an issue but not a hindrance for taller individuals. The cottage is fully furnished with a washer and dryer, cable TV, freezer in the basement, WIFI and a full kitchen with everything you need for cooking. If you don't want to cook, you are walking distance to the downtown area with some of the finest restaurants and bars. Take a walk along Pere Marquette lake or out to the lighthouse on Stearns Beach. So much to do and see just blocks away. With the Loomis boat launch just 2 blocks away, this is ideal for the fisherman in the group.

Property manager

Brian Wheeless

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 618 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Small Pets allowed with a $100 one time pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dock House Upper Unit City Marina Ludington
Dock House Upper Unit City Marina
Dock Upper Unit City Marina Ludington
Dock Upper Unit City Marina
The Dock House - Upper Unit Next to the City Marina Ludington

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.8 mi (45-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Park Beach and 7.4 mi (15-min drive) from Hamlin Lake beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina to downtown Ludington?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Ludington.

The Dock House - Upper unit next to the City Marina Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice older place

Great little place to stay . perfect location, Nice inside just need some attention on the out side and the yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hobart K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Someone needs a contractor

Great location for sure but to get what is asked per night someone needs to fix all the flooring where carpet exists and really upgrade the exterior steps/deck. It's obvious that an unskilled carpenter worked on it without using a tape measure. The screws weren't flush with the wood. The screen door needs replacement, the siding needs reapair and the condition of the grounds was messy. It's obvious that the owner is squeezing this lemon dry!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We loved the town and the apartment. We have lived in an attic apartment before so knew what to expect with the sloping ceilings. The only real challenge was for a man peeing standing up. The stairs look like they were recently rebuilt so they were fine. We enjoyed having coffee on the small deck. The location can’t be beat. Easy walk to beach and food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location

The property on the 2nd level has many outdoor steps to reach it. Although, it looked as if it had been mainly replaced, the railings were not sanded and both my husband and I had splinters in our hands from it. The property manager was responsive and when we complained about something, he fixed the problem and refunded one night stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

Good location. Older property. Good bed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

vacation

This was not what was expected unfortunately especially for the cost. Communication came with directions for lower unit to get in, though we had rented upper, code didn't work for either with the directions provided and couldn't get hold of the host. Finally got into the lower, started to unpack then was told to move to the upper. Moved everything again. The upper did say slanted ceiling - WOW no one over 5 5 should stay there. It was awful for 6ft spouse, the floors were so uneven and in bedroom the worst. Bed was so bad we came home a day early. Best thing was the location, we got in many walks in by the water. The lower unit looked much nicer, not sure what the price difference was. Would not recommend the upper unit. If you aren't going to be available to answer calls as a host then have backup number for the person that is available to answer if there are issues is our recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raychelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint top apartment

Great location. Clean and well stocked. Easy to walk to beach or downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, older property

Really like the location of the property. didn't expect that it was a unit built into an attic with very steep stairs. The air conditioner in the family room was great, bedroom was ok, but kitchen was warm with no air conditioner in the middle.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location!!

Unique property that my five year- old granddaughter stated was "cute & perfect" for us! The bed & bedding was really comfortable, which for me, is most important to sleep well after all of the daily activities. The place was really clean with plenty of bath towels and well stocked kitchen. The carpeting could use some cleaning and the stairway/deck outside doesn't seem safe, especially for small kids, with wobbly railings and some springy deck boards. It might also be helpful to note that parking for the upper unit is accessed from the alley behind the unit. But you cannot beat this location! We walked almost everywhere and the area is absolutely beautiful and surprising quiet. There is so much to do and see that we wished we could have stayed longer! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dock House was exactly as described. Does have slanted ceiling but did not impede the function of the house. The stairwell is slightly steep, width of step slim.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dock House

The location can’t be beat. Great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Fit

Quaint and comfortable for our needs. Brian was an excellent host and communicator. The deck was a little scary for us, but it held up just fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years weekend

The dock house was clean, quiet, and the perfect location to celebrate Ludington’s New Years fireworks and ball drop. Close to Ludington state park and town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing marina location

Brian has put together a totally chRming loft apartmdnt in an amazing location. We were very pleased with his and his staff's attention. Thank you!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Very quaint and exactly what we were looking for. Host was fast at getting back to us and everything was in order. Within a walk of the beach and downtown. The plus side is they allowed our dog to come at the last minute. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Barnhart, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and small property

Place was clean and very well appointed. There are 2 flights of stair to climb to get to the property, and they are a little steep and small in some cases however if you go slow shouldn't be a problem for most.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watch your head level 2

Nice cute upper flat, needs some attention to details but comfortable overall. With a little tree trim this upper unit could be listed as marina and lake viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t beat this location!!

Great location central to everything. Very clean. The stairs up to the second level were a little scary. Very steep and very high. You definitely have to be in shape and mobile to get all your luggage up them. Also this is NOT a property for tall or large people. We hit our heads many times on ceilings. This is in the description but wow, it was super sloped ceilings. Would not rent again but not a bad place at all!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ludington Vacation

We very much enjoyed our stay at The Dock House upper unit. It was cozy and super cute! We found everything we needed for our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good access to old haunts

Good location, very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Color Hikes

Great location, comfy bed. Carpets and couch need a little TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Late summer getaway

Had a wonderful visit here, rented the upstairs unit and was pleased to find such a cozy, well kept unit with a nautical motif throughout. Thoughtful touches like the coffee service and extra linens, along with a comprehensive 'house manual' helped make our visit quite pleasant indeed. Great location near the beach, and the main section of town assures that we would love to keep this on our short list of rental spots to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Location was perfect for going to the beach, walking into town, and headed over to the park near the city marina. We had family come in on the badger and it was a 10 minute walk to the house. The house had everything we needed. The large front porch was our favorite gathering spot for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020