Unplug at "Mon Rav" on Hamlin. Lakefront getaway | Cottage in Free Soil

10.0 (22 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  10 Guests
Free Soil Cottage | Unplug at "Mon Rav" on Hamlin. Lakefront getaway

4 Bedroom Cottage in Free Soil

180 ft of frontage on Hamlin at "The Narrows". Rustic charm from the 1920's amplified with few conveniences. A sun porch for keeping an eye on the lake and a sleeping porch for resting up. The great room for family time and a small kitchen to get fancy in.
The cottage is very close to the Nordhouse Dunes trailhead and on the quiet north side of Hamlin Lake. Close to both Ludington State Park, and Lake Michigan beaches. It's easy to unplug and get lost in the beautiful surroundings in any season!
THE SPACE
Nurnberg has 4 Cozy beds, and 8 cots or just use the hammocks! 180 feet of Hamlin Lake frontage out the front and State and National land out the back. We've got trails, a fire pit, tether ball, a pickle ball court, basketball, a dock and some boats. Enjoy beautiful sun rise and sun sets from the front porch and dark sky at night to by fire.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
A mile to Nordhouse dunes by bike. Take a hike. A ten minute boat ride to Ludington State Park, beach it. Get your paddle out and kick some pickleball butt. State and National land out your back door, go explore! Fishing year round, prime hunting opportunities all around. Check out the Au Sable In Restaurant 15 min away, get their famous fish fry. It's 30 min drive to Manistee, get ice cream and walk the canal. It's a 40 min drive to Ludington, get a brew! Check out Orchard Market and get some super fresh produce. Old McDonalds farm finds is a great antique spot where you can find that special thingymajig. Check out the 25 cent Sat matinees at the Vogue Theater in Manistee with the kids. Enjoy this out of the way destination, it's a quiet spot being on the North side of the lake. Unplug.
GETTING AROUND
You'll find the cottage on the North Side of Hamlin Lake. Access is via a 6 mile wide gravel road, and then 1 mile of a more narrow gravel road. This puts you about 25 min from Manistee, and 40 min from Ludington by car. By boat you'll find Ludington State Park a quick 10 min away.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
"Mon Rave" is the name of the large cottage built last fall by Mr. and Mrs Otto Nurnberg and in which they lived through the winter and still have as their abiding place. The name means "My Dream" and was given to this home in the woods because it was the materialization of the dream cherished since girlhood by Mrs. Nurnberg..." As published by the Hamlin Resort News - Circa 1920 A bit about the cottage.
It is the original Nurnberg cottage from the early 1900s. If you are familiar with the Nordhouse dunes area you’ll recall the road that leads you to the trailhead is named Nurnberg. You’ve probably guessed by now that the road was named after the Nurnbergs, this cottage was theirs. It was one of the first cottages on the Northside of the lake. They built it before the road existed by ferrying materials across the lake by boat in the summer and sled in the winter. The Nurnbergs used it as a destination to vacation while in Mi. from Milwaukee and would travel over Lake Mi. using the SS Badger. We know this from many published newsletters where their events were written about. They loved to explore, fish and hunt duck and goose. This was a place to entertain with friends and family. So when you vacation here, think of the past, slow down enough to appreciate the history.
The cottage itself has NOT been updated with all the modern luxuries. It has however been "restored" and we’ve added a few conveniences to amplify the experience. You'll get the idea, unplug and enjoy the area and each other.

Unplug at "Mon Rav" on Hamlin Lakefront getaway is located in Free Soil. Unplug at "Mon Rav" on Hamlin Lakefront getaway provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, TV, View, among other amenities. This Cottage features Laundry, TV, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Unplug at "Mon Rav" on Hamlin Lakefront getaway has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Free Soil has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Free Soil, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 1+ bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Music library
General
  • Unit size: 2184 sq ft (203 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • First aid kit
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Scott W.
Aug 17, 2025 01:50:44 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great week on the water with family. Very peaceful off the beaten path cottage from the past when live seemed I little less hectic. Already thinking about next visit.
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