The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington

3.5 star property

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Exterior
A large, multi-story house with snow-covered roofs and a prominent lit sign in front.
Terrace/patio
Free daily full breakfast
Beach nearby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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602 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Place, Sandcastles Children's Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

The Crosby Fireplace Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Carpenter Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Cassatt Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Ansel Adams Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Monet Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington

Along with spa services, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
During your stay at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington, you're just a quick walk from Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include library, TV in a common area and a shared microwave
  • 6 minutes by car from Ludington State Park and 11 minutes from Hamlin Lake
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Spa services, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Ludington bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1894
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Great B&B

Nicest accommodations we’ve had in Ludington.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, outstanding breakfast, kind owners!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast was excellent with healthy locally produced fruits and veggies. Owners were extremely friendly and helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is great, food is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay at The Lamplighter Inn. The room was spotless! The breakfast was excellent! The owners were very lovely people. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and attentive and the breakfast was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute B&B with nice staff. Easy parking and nice outside area. Breakfast was amazing. Would stay again if in Ludington.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful and the breakfast is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very well cared for and peaceful. The breakfast was excellent. Little amenities like hot chocolate and fresh baked cookies were a plus. We would highly recommend this bed and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything stood out. The lamplighter is a beautiful home with amazing owners. You feel like you are staying with family. They spoil you with beautiful rooms, food, drinks and a very relaxed atmosphere. Dan and Jen are always available and looking to help make your stay in Ludington special. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed and given the perfect amount of attention and privacy! The breakfasts were amazing! We’ve stayed before and will stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect getaway place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, cozy and welcoming stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent experience at the Lamplighter. The hosts were fantastic, friendly and helpful. Attention to detail was amazing, from the special and delicious breakfast, attending to our dietary preferences, to the beautiful decor in the house and the offered amenities. It was a quiet and convenient location, very walkable to restaurants and attractions. Lovely rooms, common areas and grounds. We would love to return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best B&B we’ve ever stayed in. Great people and a 5 star breakfast to boot. We highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful, quiet B&B that is well cared for. Breakfast was simply amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Amenities
This is a lovely B&B. Jenn & Dan create a great experience. Breakfast on the back patio was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed this inn very much! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Dan and Jen were perfect hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lamplighter Inn was first class! Dan and Jennifer are lovely people and run a quality outfit!! Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable and wonderful room and house overall
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First Stay

Our first stay at a B & B, and it couldn't have been better. The Breakfast was phenomenal.
Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The hosts were great - friendly and knowledgeable. The historic home which is the B&B is beautiful and in a good location. Our breakfast was delicious! We would definitely recommend staying here and hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024