Actually loved everything

Loved the whole property. Staff was very helpful. Front porch was awesome for morning coffee and a glass of wine at night just to hang out and enjoy the beautiful lake.

Stayed in August 2025

Definitely outdated, but part of the charm.long as you know what the scenario is a d prepare accordingly, no worries.

Property was beautiful. Great location and scenery.

Stayed in August 2025

Very little interaction with staff. Lack of attention to some details. Like there were no coffee cups where they were supposed to be. You get the feeling the owners are absentee and don’t want to adequately staff the place. It is misleading to say you have a private bath in the hotel. Really they are shared baths with others staying there. I guess they say private because only one person uses it at a time. It was no problem though.

It was great to sit on the porch and watch the water and read. Lots to do. Kayaking, swimming, shuffleboard, etc. I loved the historic feel of the place. Great for families or groups. It takes you to a bygone era.

Stayed in July 2025

Beautiful property overlooking a lovely private beach. We really enjoyed sitting on the huge porch and relaxing. Lovely property, amazing location, and lovely staff.

Stayed in July 2025

We liked everything

The location was wonderful, beautiful grounds on the lakeshore. Some reviewers disliked the age of the hotel and the inherent quirks of old buildings. My husband and I loved it. Sitting on the big porch overlooking the lake, enjoying the breeze, reading - great way to spend a day.

Stayed in July 2025

Clean sheets and hot showers, quiet, near Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Stayed in July 2025

Super clean and comfortable

Stayed in July 2025

The bathroom is down the hall from your room:(

Love the environment! It a beautiful old property!

Stayed in June 2025

Old charm, variety of areas, spacious outdoor and indoor areas

Stayed in July 2025

The bathroom is shared with other guests. Some drawers need to be repaired. No elevator. The attendant is not onsite for a very long time every evening.

The bedding is very comfortable. The environment is very quiet. The small beach, the sitting area and activity room are very inviting.

Stayed in May 2025

Amazing hotel, feels like stepping back in time.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing!

Historic property, founds gorgeous. Everything clean and neat. Staff friendly, accommodating and efficient. Wonderful beds, and fluffy towels!

Stayed in June 2025

The internet didn't work well in the room. It worked the best downstairs in the living room area.

I liked the home feeling and the water on property. The beds was comfortable.

Stayed in July 2024

Bathroom down the hall but that is part of the old fashion appeal. Some of the outdoor stairways looked unsafe.

I loved the ambience and historic vibes! Beautiful property, comfortable stay and friendly helpful staff. Plan to go back next summer. It felt like we went back in time! Close to lots of great travel spots.

Stayed in August 2024

We were only there one night, so there wasn't anything to dislike.

The atmosphere, the front porch, love just sitting in the rocker having coffee in the morning.

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing

Everything! The staff were very friendly! Expansive property on Lake Leelanau. Beachfront with comfy chairs. Comfy cottage with all necessities. Availability of kayaks, paddleboards, croquet, shuffleboard, ladderball. It was interesting to view the museum filled with treasures from the past.the lodge has a great front porch filled with comfortable furniture.

Stayed in August 2023

Absolutely beautiful property!

Stayed in August 2023

The interior showed some sign of normal wear and tear, and I think some work on stuff like plaster repair, painting, etc would make guests feel better. What I mean by that is not that these things are really a big deal in themselves, but that they make one worry that perhaps the entire place may be in decline and/or in jeopardy of being lost, which would be a HUGE shame. This wonderful place should be preserved so that future generations can experience it. I am guessing that many guests would be willing to help support that!

The historic atmosphere is special and unique. This makes for a truly memorable experience — something you will not get from a standardized, sanitized chain hotel. The staff were great. The atmosphere was really casual and comfortable.

Stayed in August 2023

We liked everything. Everyone is so kind and well for sure be back!

Historic, gorgeous, the best sleep!

Stayed in July 2023

At first, worried about no air conditioning and spotty internet coverage, once we got used to it, it was one of the most pleasant places to be!!

The grounds are so beautiful! Trees, flowers, fountain!!!

Stayed in July 2023

Was hot. No a/c. Had to run a fan all night to sleep. Had some very noisy neighbors who partied until about midnight; music, fireworks, left their empty cans and water bottles down by the beach.

Great location! We enjoyed the view of the lake.

Stayed in July 2023

Quiet. Rustic charm. Friendly staff. Lovely veranda and grounds. Access to water toys. Historic. Easy access to Leland and Suttons bay.

Stayed in July 2023

Room did not have a bathroom. Had to share 3 bathrooms with 6 other rooms. Room did have air conditioners and was 95 degrees. If this the type of facility Booking.Com is recommending I will stop using you’ll. They did refund my money.

Stayed in June 2025

The facility could be amazing. I understand they are trying to keep the old resort vibe going but that doesn’t mean that the mattresses and beds should be ancient as well. The beds were listed as double beds, they are two twin size beds that a squeak could be heard from miles away. The rooms are barely furnished. The add calls for a private bathroom but it’s actually just three separate bathrooms down the hall with a door lock that I guess means they are private. Much of the decking and facilities need to be maintained. We stayed in the hotel and with those issues we would never come back. We did not stay in the cabins but based on pricing and the facility as a whole they seem to be way overpriced as well. The owners need to put money back into this facility…

Didn’t eat. But also didn’t smell a thing. There was no info given as to how or where you get breakfast or what was offered.

Stayed in August 2023