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In the heart of Ludington, The Historic Emily Filer Home offers a charming retreat with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy strolling to downtown restaurants for breakfast or shopping, then return home to cook in the fully appointed kitchen or use the gas grill on the deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Historic Emily Filer Home

Welcome to our historic, fully renovated, 5 bedroom, 2 bath home near downtown Ludington! The Historic Emily Filer Home was built in 1880 and has been fully renovated and is ready for your vacation. This fantastically located house is just blocks from downtown and the beach! Enjoy strolling to a restaurant for breakfast, spending the day shopping, enjoying Lake Michigan, or visiting one of two lighthouses! Return to the house in the evening to cook a meal in the fully appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, or use the gas grill on the deck. Finally, as the sun sets, relax on the patio with a favorite beverage and chat with loved ones around the fire pit. Take a stroll downtown for a coffee at Red Rooster Coffee, or a beer and famous “Lobster Nachos” at the Blu Moon on James Street. Continue exploring the walking paths along the Ludington Marina, and Waterfront Park- a favorite play place for kids. The popular Thursday and Friday Farmer’s Market takes place May to September and is located in the newly renovated Legacy Plaza, an easy 10-minute walk away.

The Historic Emily Filer Home has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a fully appointed kitchen, living room with Smart TV, upstairs lounge with Smart TV, outdoor propane grill, and an outdoor seating area with fire pit. There are two parking spaces in the driveway, as well as free parking available on the street during Spring, Summer, & Fall.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please load dirty dishes into the dishwasher & start it before you leave. Remove all trash including any items in the fridge and bathrooms. Make sure the door is locked when you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Neighborhood quiet hours apply after 10 pm. All garbage must ne removed including items from the refrigerator and bathrooms, prior to leaving.
All garbage must be removed, including items from the refrigerator and bathrooms. Please load the dishwasher and turn it on.
We allow one dog with payment of $100 pet fee. No smoking or vaping in the house or charges will apply.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: We do allow 1 dog with a $100 pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
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

About the area

Located in Ludington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Historic White Pine Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sandcastles Children's Museum and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Ludington Waterfront Park and West Michigan Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Ludington travel guide
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Historic Big Sable point light house near Ludington, Michigan
    Ludington Waterfront Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The city of Ludington hosts a monthly bonfire on the beach from 8-10pm during the summer. It is timed to be able to take in the sunset as well as the departure of the car ferry SS Badger.
    Stearns Park Beach
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sandcastles Children's Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pere Marquette River
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • House of Flavors
    14 min walk
  • Jamesport Brewing Company
    9 min walk
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • Cluck Bucket
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Emily Filer Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Historic Emily Filer Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Emily Filer Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Emily Filer Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Emily Filer Home located?

Located in the heart of Ludington, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sandcastles Children's Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and Pere Marquette River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Historic Emily Filer Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Great weekend get away

We had a very nice time staying at this property. Plenty of room for everyone and very clean. We enjoyed the large kitchen and being able to use the grill. Able to walk into town for shopping and ice cream. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

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

Fantastic!

Nicole was super comfortable and had everything we needed! I highly recommend this for a great vacation for any family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Vacation

This orooerty us beautiful. Easy location to most sights. Best trip in years.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Great weekend getaway

Our stay in the home was wonderful. It has so much historical charm and updated nicely. The home was very clean and had everything we needed. The beds where cozy and a nice fenced yard for the dog. I would Definitely return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Bridal party

The groomsmen for my son’s wedding stayed in this home. It was lovely. Lots of space, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nicely appropriated property. Great location - walkable to downtown in a very quiet residential neighborhood. We had a small dog so the fenced yard was very helpful. Guests may want to know that the AC is not central air but units in various rooms. The downstairs small bathroom with shower does not have AC -- the window can open for ventilation. Bedrooms were large. We love Ludington!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Bremerton, WA

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

Perfect!

This was the perfect home for our extended family vacation!! 9 slept very comfortably and kitchen/dining area was big enough for all 13 of us on the trip to gather, eat, play games & make wonderful memories! The home was close enough for a nice walk into town. The beach & lighthouse were a quick drive or good walk away, and the State park was just a 15 minute drive. We would definitely recommend this home for a perfect family getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malinda P.

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

Awesome location

We really loved this spacious, historical home. It worked well and had plenty of room for 3 adults and 3 young children (age 6 & under). We used the kitchen regularly for cooking and found it to be well-supplied with the basic items needed for cooking and baking. We loved the piano on the front porch and my kids spent a lot of time running up and down the two staircases that connect the first and 2nd floors. The property is clean and very close to the downtown, but it is also close enough to the state park to make multiple trips between naptimes. The property owner is responsive and helpful. Really couldn't recommend this charming place more!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

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

Lodging for Family Reunion

We really enjoyed staying in this house. It was very roomy, updated, and had unique character. Each couple had their own room and privacy. Our parents live in Ludington but all of us siblings are spread around the nation. This house allowed us all to visit with each other when we weren’t at our mom’s- with all the kids- which is not possible if we had separate hotel rooms. Only recommendation I would have is to include the “host fee“ and other fees in the “price per night“ listing. Since we were sharing the cost, but only one of us doing the booking, it was uncomfortable to tell them the price was $700 a night and not $500 like I said when I asked if they wanted to stay together and split the cost. sti jrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Cute Home!

This home was cute, very clean and not far from town. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot for our family to get to the marina
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nolan B. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We loved our stay!

House is small but comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Great Stay in Ludington

My family had a wedding in town and needed a place in Ludington. This house was great. Large kitchen and living room accommodated my family very well. The location was within walking distance to many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter got married this weekend and the house was perfect. The bedrooms downstairs were big enough for all the girls to get ready in one big room. The kitchen was stacked with brand new dishes and glasses. The towels were like new we couldn’t have asked for a better location or a better stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

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

Fishing trip

The house was in a great location and close to our charter captain
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy E.

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

Family vacation

This property was an excellent choice for my family and I. Everything was super clean and very nice. We felt like we were home away from home. Check in/arrival process was simple. We had a great experience and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the home and the location to the marina and town. Worked well for our family reunion. Great kitchen! Kept us from having to eat out!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

Fun Stay in Ludington

We enjoyed our stay at the Emily Foster House. It was very clean and had enough beds and space for our extended family and dog. It’s made for a great family vacation. While we didn’t do any big cooking, but it seemed well equipped for that. Nice walk to town and a coffee shop.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently located near downtown Ludington without the noise of being in the city when trying to relax. It was very clean and has been modernized. Good creature comforts like air conditioners, fridge, and smart OLED TV. Good number of spices, dishes and cutlery. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. The staircases were too steep for at least one of my guests and the bathrooms were a bit small, but it is a historic home so that can be expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian J.

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

Good

Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, excellent communication from the host, awesome neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn & Tom K., Lake City, MIchigan

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

Girls weekend

There where 10 of us that stayed for a girls weekend celebrating a 50th birthday. Everything was great! Will definatly be back. Dawn
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022