Harv's Corner 02/17/2025

Ludington Trip Details 
Wed, Aug 13, Fri Aug 15 

Hi Everyone, Exciting news! The Ludington trip is all set, and we've made it easy for everyone.

No need to ship your car unless you'd prefer to! We'll be providing transportation from the Ludington ferry dock to our B&B and back again for our Friday departure.

Here's a breakdown of the costs:

S.S. Badger Round Trip Fare $165 per person.
Please plan for this expense.  
(We will handle tickets is a separate release)

Accommodation $250 per room, per night (single or double occupancy).

To reserve your room, please send a check for $250.00 to reach Sharon by the February 24th so we can get the reservation money to The Ludington House on time..

If you'd like to extend your stay in Ludington beyond Friday, please let me know as soon as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements.
I'm looking forward to a fantastic trip!
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Write your check for $250.00 to: 
"The Coachmen Club"
Send it to:
​Sharon (Heise) Magnusson 2208 Lofty Ln. Saukville, WI 53080
Thank You!

Proposal for Coachmen Club Summer stay at the  Ludington House B&B
August 2025 
(From Chris & Jen - Owners)

Thank you for your interest in staying with us for your trip this August–we are delighted you are considering a visit to our wonderful city of Ludington. Below, you will find details pertaining to rooms, activities, pricing, meals, and more. If it is helpful to arrange a video call to answer questions, we are happy to offer that, as well.
 
As for an overview,
​Jenna and I have been running hotels for 25 years, and since 2020 we own and operate Cartier Mansion B&B and in 2023 added The Ludington House, both of which happen to have originally been Cartier family homes. Both are meticulously maintained and on the National Register of Historic Places and Cartier Mansion was named Newsweek Reader’s Choice Best Historic B&B in America in 2024! In short, we offer a premium product and take great pleasure in hosting discerning travelers. 

All rooms have either a king or queen bed with luxury bedding and amenities, as well as individual climate control and locks. Some rooms have fireplaces, and most have large televisions. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms; due to the historic nature of our spaces, you will find a variety of setups of vanities, showers, soaking or jacuzzi tubs, some of which may be ‘in the room’. Of course, all water-closets are private behind a door! All but two rooms are located on either the second or third floor. For anyone who might have mobility issues, we suggest you let us assist in selecting the best room. 
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The first floor of the Ludington House has plenty of seating where your group can visit, play games, or simply enjoy some downtime. Here, you’ll also find the dining room where a delicious breakfast is offered each morning. Our properties are located next to each other, two blocks from downtown Ludington’s shops and restaurants and a few minutes from Lake Michigan. 

Specific to your visit: 
● The SS Badger arrives around 7pm and departs at 9am. A visit to Ludington really warrants a 2-night stay. We’re confident you’ll find plenty to do, with museums, galleries, shops, restaurants, and more close by. 

● There are several options for transportation
in and around Ludington, including between our homes and the SS Badger or the State Park, and we are happy to coordinate these arrangements for you. 

● Breakfast is included
in your stay each morning. At the end of this proposal you will find a link to our Guest Guide, which includes several restaurant recommendations for your lunch and dinner. You will have exclusive use of The Ludington House during your stay and are welcome to bring in meals if you prefer. We also have chefs in town who offer cooking classes or demonstrations, which may be a fun activity for your group. 

● Stearns Beach
is less than a mile from us, with perfect sand and easy access into the water for those who might want to get into the Lake. Ludington State Park is one of the most popular destinations in Michigan, with stunning dunes, a lazy river, and lovely beach.
 
Our properties are located next to each other, two blocks from downtown Ludington’s shops and restaurants and a few minutes from Lake Michigan. 
We take a 50% deposit at reservation
​and the balance at 30 days, at which time the booking becomes non-refundable. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for group travel, especially when relying on the SS Badger. A cancellation by the SS Badger does not impact our policy. ○ We suggest a third-party travel insurance policy as this will be more economical than going through our booking company. 

We sincerely hope this propo​sal offers you the degree of detail you need to help plan your trip and would love to have your group with us at Cartier Mansion and The Ludington House.

We have placed a courtesy hold on 12 rooms for August 13-15th which will be released on February 28th.

​Please let us know by then if you’d like to plan your stay with us this Summer. We’d certainly like to have you here! 

Warm regards, 
Chris and Jenna Simpler, owners and innkeepers 

https://www.ludingtonhouse.com/