The Lamplighter B&B
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Old time elegance reigns in this turn of the century Ludington home. Innkeepers Bill and Jane Carpenter invite you to experience their sensational breakfast and warm hospitality. Furnished with carefully chosen antiques and artwork within walking distance to town and Lake Michigan.
The careful craftsmanship of days gone by that is evident throughout our home is highlighted here in the oak staircase that is the central focal point of the foyer that leads out to the gazebo or into the dining room or guest parlor.
The Lamplighter's gazebo and patio make a great spot for enjoying your early morning coffee or a mid afternoon snack. It also makes an elegant place to eat your carry out fast food on those evenings when you don't want to go out to eat.
Our Wheaten Terrier, Magie waits patiently for the doorbell to ring. She doesn't shed and doesn't go in any guest rooms, but does feel it is her job to greet you (whitout barking) when you arrive.
Innkeepers Bill and Jane pause for a quick photo taken by guests just before breakfast is served.
Breakfast is a special event at the Lamplighter. Served on antique china with sparkling silver and crystal, you will be treated to fresh fruit, and freshly baked muffins or pastries with main dishes like peach caramelized french toast, potatoe crust quiche, strawberry crepes and sausage souffles. Whether you eat at 6:15 or 10:00, you will recieve the same sensational food, presentaion and service.
Beautiful and romantic, the Renoir Room gets its name from the great Impressionist painter, Pierre Auguste Renoir, who believed that art shoud first and foremost be beautiful. We think your time with us should be the same--elegant and lovely, with something to make you smile at every turn. One of the great joys of any B&B is that every room is unique--so visit our web site to see them all and choose the one that's right for you.
All rooms have private baths that are kept immaculately clean and disinfected between guests. Two rooms, the Renoir and the Monet (pictured here) have whirlpool tubs. All bathrooms are provided with shampoo, soap, drinking glasses and a hairdryer.
The May Cassatt Room is a cozy and economical choice for those who want a lovely place to lay their heads at night but plan on spending most of their time out and about.
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $170
, - Reviews 25
- Rooms 5
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
602 East Ludington Avenue
Ludington, MI 49431
USA - Phone+1-231-843-9792
- Fax+1-231-843-1840
- Toll free+1-800-301-9792
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Your home away from home in the Ludington Area, the Lamplighter is rated 3 diamonds by AAA and is the perfect mix of Victorian elegance and modern conveniences. Antique furnishings reside happily with modern day plumbing and wireless internet. Our sensational breakfast served by candlelight with antique china and silver is a delight for all your senses and brings our guests back again and again. Walk to downtown shops and restaurants, 1.2 miles to miles of sandy beach on Lake Michigan and 6.5 miles to Michigan's must spectacular state park.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 25 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Elegant B&B
February 06, 2012
Beautifully furnished, elegant home. Charming host and hostess who give over-the-top service. Delicious breakfast AND late afternoon appetizers. We will be back.
4.8 out of 5Wonderful stay at the Lamplighter!
September 08, 2011
First off, Bill and Jane are the most amazing hosts. This was our very first time at a bed and breakfast and my husband and I felt welcomed right away. Maggie, a very sweet dog, also made us feel at home. Jane recommended some local restaurants for dinner and even made us a reservation while we were unloading the car! The medicine cabinet in our room had a lot of amenities (in case you forgot something) and the in-room bathroom shower had a shampoo and shower gel dispenser. Breakfast was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I am not a morning person, but I was really excited to wake up and eat breakfast! Every detail was beautiful and delicious. The china and silverware were so pretty. The portions were perfect, and filling. The coffee was so good. Everything about breakfast was delicious and awesome. I would come back and stay for the breakfast and warm hospitality :-)
5 out of 5A traveler's welcome home
July 31, 2011
The minute we walked through the door we were greeted by Bill and Jane, warm and engaging folks who made us feel like we had known them for years. The impeccably clean victorian home is like going back to a bygone era, but with a modern touch. We were pampered at every turn, with a delicious gourmet breakfast, conversation with fellow travelers and very interesting anecdotes about Bill and Jane's venture into the B&B world. The lamp light was on, it was warm, and we will be back. Bob & Jan Lupo
5 out of 5Will return again
July 03, 2011
Very clean! Very comfortable! Excellent breakfast food and very courteous professionally and friendly staff! Will refer this bed and breakfast to other family and friends and will also return as a guest again!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Bill and Jane Carpenter
Innkeepers Description:
Gourmet cooking, sailing our Pearson 26, canoeing, rowing, snowshow hikes, gardening.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
Resident Pets
1 Dog
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $170
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $170
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 4:00-6:00 pm Check Out: 11:00 am
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Minimum Stay: 2 days on high season weekends
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Deposit Amount Required: Credit card guarantee required.
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Cancellations: Cancellations accepted with 7 day notice. If less notice is received we reserve the right to charge for 1 night if we had to turn potential clients away and are unable to rebook the room.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinks Available: No
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Suitable For Children: No
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $170
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 25 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5Elegant B&B
February 06, 2012
Beautifully furnished, elegant home. Charming host and hostess who give over-the-top service. Delicious breakfast AND late afternoon appetizers. We will be back.
4.8 out of 5Wonderful stay at the Lamplighter!
September 08, 2011
First off, Bill and Jane are the most amazing hosts. This was our very first time at a bed and breakfast and my husband and I felt welcomed right away. Maggie, a very sweet dog, also made us feel at home. Jane recommended some local restaurants for dinner and even made us a reservation while we were unloading the car! The medicine cabinet in our room had a lot of amenities (in case you forgot something) and the in-room bathroom shower had a shampoo and shower gel dispenser. Breakfast was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I am not a morning person, but I was really excited to wake up and eat breakfast! Every detail was beautiful and delicious. The china and silverware were so pretty. The portions were perfect, and filling. The coffee was so good. Everything about breakfast was delicious and awesome. I would come back and stay for the breakfast and warm hospitality :-)
5 out of 5A traveler's welcome home
July 31, 2011
The minute we walked through the door we were greeted by Bill and Jane, warm and engaging folks who made us feel like we had known them for years. The impeccably clean victorian home is like going back to a bygone era, but with a modern touch. We were pampered at every turn, with a delicious gourmet breakfast, conversation with fellow travelers and very interesting anecdotes about Bill and Jane's venture into the B&B world. The lamp light was on, it was warm, and we will be back. Bob & Jan Lupo
5 out of 5Will return again
July 03, 2011
Very clean! Very comfortable! Excellent breakfast food and very courteous professionally and friendly staff! Will refer this bed and breakfast to other family and friends and will also return as a guest again!
5 out of 5Best weekend ever!
June 27, 2011
My boyfriend and I scheduled a weekend away at the Lamplighters, not sure what to expect. It was completely charming in every way. Bill and Jane made us so comfortable, and the breakfasts were exquisite. We stayed in the Renoir room and delighted in every detail. My boyfriend actually proposed to me the first night of our trip on the beach at sunset, so the inn will always hold a special place in my heart. I can't wait to go back.
5 out of 5A great place to stay
March 20, 2011
Just a short drive from Lake Michigan! We had an incredible stay, the food was top notch and our room was very comfortable. We met great people and had inspiring conversation. We are looking forward to a return trip.
4.0 out of 5What a great, comfortable, quiet place to stay
September 10, 2010
This was a wonderful place to stay. The included breakfast was excellent.
4.8 out of 5Dave & Marie's Ludington Adventure
August 09, 2010
The Lamplight Inn was a fantastic experience. Jane & Bill do an excellent job and the breakfast was unique and out of this world. I highly recommend the Lamplighter B&B.
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Location
Location Type
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Baldwin, MI 30mi East
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Manistee, MI 30mi North
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Traverse City, MI 90mi North
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Airport
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Small town
City - Muskegon
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Distance to city: 50 miles
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Directions to property:
Airport
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Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 100 miles
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Directions to property:
Grand Rapids - smaller: Muskegon, Traverse City
Area Attractions
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Amusement Park
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Casino
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Movie Theater
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Canoeing
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Dune Buggy Rides
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Golfing
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Car Ferry
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycles
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Cross-country ski trails
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Kayaking
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Murder Mystery Weekends
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Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing
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Charter Fishing Available
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Jet Ski Rentals
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Sand Dune Jeep Rides Available
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4700 acre state park/ special events
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Ski rentals
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Snow shoe rental
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Snow shoe trails
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Swimming
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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AAA 3 Diamonds
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Gourmet food
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Honeymoons
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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CD player
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Computer
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Conference Rooms
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Library
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Piano
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VCR
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Bath robes
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DVD Player
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Fireplace
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Gazebo, Breakfast on terrace
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: Pre-arranged with innkeepers
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Serving Location: Gazebo,Patio,Breakfast/dining area,Dining Room
Signature Dish
Peach Carmelized baked French Toast
Fresh peach slices laid on a carmelized sauce with large slices of special egg battered French bread and topped with sauteed peachs and strawberries. Usually served with walnut bacon or German sausage loaf.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Diabetic
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High/Low Carb
Additional food services
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Refreshments upon request
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Contact The Innkeeper
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