Specials & Packages
The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast
We've partnered with local shops, restaurants, golf courses, and boating charters to bring you exclusive experiences and upgrades. Enhance your stay - do something extra special and make your time in Ludington even more memorable!
Make the occasion even more special by adding one of the upgrades offered below. Any of these may be added to your stay when booking online, or by calling us at 231.843.9792.
Fall & Winter Packages
Make your Fall or Winter experience here even more special by adding one of the upgrades offered below. Any of these may be added to your stay when booking online, or by calling us at 231.843.9792. Cozy up and enjoy!
Cookies & Cocoa
$75
Add this to your stay and we'll have it ready upon check-in, or deliver it to your room after you return for the evening! Enjoy one dozen freshly baked *seasonal cookies made in the Lamplighter Kitchen, a thermos of homemade hot cocoa, and two hand-crafted, souvenir Lamplighter B&B mugs.
*Select one dozen of the following: Gingerdoodle Sandwich Cookies, Chocolate-Dipped Linzer Cookies, Brown Butter Sugar Cookies, White Chocolate & Cherry Shortbread Cookies, or Pecan Shortbread Cookies, all baked from scratch in The Lamplighter Kitchen.
*Please note the preferred delivery time under "Special Accommodations" when you create your reservation.
Cozy Up!
$135
Enjoy this after spending a winter day at Ludington State Park OR add this to your stay if you want to avoid the cold and spend the afternoon by the fire! This seasonal package includes a handcrafted Lamplighter Mug, six tea sachets, a cheese board featuring an assortment of cheese, crackers, fruit, and spreads, and one $25 Downtown Ludington gift certificate to use at Window Sill Books or the BookMark.
*Add 3 more tea sachets and an additional Lamplighter Mug for $20
Ultimate Dining Experience
Available with a two-night stay in select rooms January through April, this experience is designed for those who desire to truly savor every taste in life!
- During your stay, enjoy one of our hand-crafted Cheese Boards which includes assorted cheeses, crackers, spreads, seasonal fresh fruit, and a bottle of sparkling cider.
- One evening of your stay, Chef Dan Brooks will create a private fireside dining experience catered to your taste, featuring a two-course dinner and a complimentary bottle of wine from the local vineyard Pere Marquette Winery.
Celebrate!
Maybe it's a birthday or anniversary. Could be your first weekend away from the kids, or maybe you just sent the last one off to college. Perhaps it's a babymoon, and you just want to relax and soak up all the sleep and time together you can. Whatever the reason, we're so glad you're taking some time to celebrate and reconnect! Make the occasion special!
Roses, Bubbly & Chocolates
$60
A chilled bottle of champagne, a half-dozen roses, and an assortment of chocolates will be available in your room, upon arrival.
Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
$85
We'll help make the occasion even more special with a two-person cake made from scratch here at the inn, a bottle of champagne, and a seasonal floral arrangement. Cake choices include chocolate with chocolate ganache or yellow cake with vanilla buttercream.
Dining Packages
Looking for a light snack, an easy dinner, or an expertly prepared private dinner from our private chef? There's something here for every foodie! Whether you're celebrating a girls' weekend, a special occasion with friends, or are looking for an intimate dinner party for two, we offer several packages to help make your time together even more special.
Enjoy an Appetizer or Light Meal
Arriving later in the evening, or just want to stay in and enjoy a movie, lounge on the patio or relax by the fire? Add one of our cheese board or charcuterie packages and make the evening an uncomplicated one! If you're headed out for a hike, a day at the beach or to make the trip home and don't want to think about lunch or snacks, we also package this ' to-go'. Each package features local cheeses, jams, and spreads.
- Cheese Board $70 - Includes assorted cheeses, crackers, spreads, seasonal fresh fruit, and a bottle of sparkling cider.
- Charcuterie Package $125 - Includes an assortment of cheeses, cured meats, spreads, crackers, bread, fresh seasonal fruit, chocolates, and a complimentary bottle of wine from Pere Marquette Winery - a local winery located on the Buttersville Peninsula here in Mason County.
- Out & About Picnic for Two $50 - Great for those looking to spend the day at the beach, on the water, or hiking and biking at Ludington State Park! We'll send you off on your adventures with an Igloo backpack cooler stocked with:
- two (2) vouchers to Cluck Bucket on The Plaza where each guest may choose a wrap or sandwich with one side, OR, a salad with a protein
- two (2) bottles of water OR two (2) sodas
- one (1), half-dozen baked goodies from Jenny Lou Bakes
Fireside Dinner Packages
Chef Dan Brooks is partnering with The Lamplighter B&B at limited times during the season to offer private dinners for guests to savor here at the inn! Enjoy a menu that offers a range of cuisines, including Southern, French, Italian, and the 'Classics'. Our guests may enjoy Pan Roasted Filet, a classic Cassoulet, Shrimp & Grits, or comforting meatloaf (just to name a few). Food allergies or sensitivities? Chef Dan's talents allow him to cater to a variety of preferences and needs. We'll put you in touch with him directly so that any questions or concerns you may have can be addressed before your dining experience.
*Please take into consideration that our fireside dining packages are subject to availability and require 14 days' notice.
Choose Your Experience
- Two-course Dinner ($70/person) - Begin with a simple salad, followed by the main course which includes a protein and two additional sides. Select from a variety of options, or work directly with Chef Brooks to create your own special dinner.
- Three-course Dinner ($78/person) - Begin with an appetizer, then enjoy a simple salad, and wrap up the event with a delicious entree including a protein and two additional sides. Select from a variety of options, or work directly with Chef Brooks to create your own dinner.
Private, Chef-Catered Menu Options
Choose from a variety of options, or work directly with Chef Brooks to develop your own menu for the evening!
*Find out more details by calling us at (231) 843-9792.
Unwind with a Spa Experience
So long stress! Quiet the everyday demands of life and enjoy a massage on-site, here at the inn! Massages may be added during the booking process, or by calling 231.843.9792.
Please take into consideration that appointments are subject to availability, especially during peak season (Memorial Day - Labor Day). If you're booking less than two weeks in advance, please call us immediately so that we can work with the team to accommodate your schedule.
Private Massage at The Inn
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of a massage here in the peaceful setting of the inn. Relax while licensed Massage Therapist, Becka (owner of Becka's Bodyworks) provides a deep-tissue massage to help lower your cortisol levels and release your stresses!
- 50-minute Deep Tissue Massage ($85) - Pamper yourself and de-stress with this treatment, enjoyed here at the inn. Add this to your stay and we'll book an appointment between 10:30 & 4 PM. Please allow 14 days' notice, especially for Friday and Saturday requests.
Traditional Finnish Sauna
Relax tired muscles and enjoy the warmth and comfort of a traditional sauna experience here in the peaceful setting of the inn.
- 60-minute Experience ($70) - Available November through April, this experience is available to those looking to warm up after a day of winter activities, or just relax and pamper yourself as you take a break from the stresses of everyday life. Located on-site, guests that choose this experience must be comfortable navigating stairs.
*Guests who add this experience to their stay will receive a Sauna Etiquette and Waiver Form upon check-in, for review and signature.
Golf Ludington
If you agree with Ben Hogan's statement that "the only thing a golfer needs is more daylight", then you love the sport as much as we do and you must plan a round of 18 at Hemlock Golf Club while you're visiting Ludington (and if you're planning a Fall color tour, this course does not disappoint)!
Please call us to schedule your tee time, or book online and select one of the Stay & Play upgrades (includes all that is described in the packages below).
Stay & Play Packages
Getaway to Ludington and enjoy a round of golf during your stay. Play a round at one of Michigan's most unique golf experiences as you play Hemlock Golf Club and discover for yourself what Ron Whitten with Golf Digest Magazine says: "Despite its ominous name, Hemlock is a real treat." Or spend an afternoon in the beautiful rolling hills at Lakeside Links Golf Club which features 27 challenging holes that are "meticulously maintained and can be enjoyed by all ages and golfing abilities".
Stay & Play Package: Available to guests staying two nights in any one of our five rooms or suites
- Enjoy our exclusive guest rate for 18-holes of golf with a cart at Hemlock Golf Club or Lakeside Links in Ludington (tee time arranged by The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast based upon your schedule and available tee times).
- Prefer an early morning tee time? We'll pack a to-go breakfast for you to enjoy including a parfait, fresh seasonal fruit as well as a hot breakfast sandwich.
Fishing Charters & Coastline Tours
We're thrilled to partner with Hiatus Charters of Ludington, Michigan to bring you some great fishing and coastline tour opportunities! Captain and owner Micah Schmidt shares "Ludington is home to some of the best trout and salmon fishing that Lake Michigan has to offer. It's also one of the most scenic ports in the state and has some of the best sunrises and sunsets in the country. It will be my pleasure to show you everything that Lake Michigan has to offer while you're visiting Ludington!"
Fish the Ludington Coast!
Please call us to schedule and book the charters or tours outlined below.
- Early Morning Fishing Charter (Memorial Day - Labor Day, pending availability) - $650 plus a 2-night stay.
Package includes:- 5-hour fishing charter (5 AM - 10 AM) with Captain & Crew from Hiatus Charters on 'The Hiatus' (31' Pursuit Express with the reputation of being one of the best fishing vessels among fresh and saltwater anglers).
- Made fresh 'to-go' breakfast including hot sandwich, baked goods, fresh seasonal fruit, and a thermos of coffee to take on the morning of your fishing excursion.
- Storage of catch in on-site freezer
- Mid-morning Fishing Charter (May 1 - June 30, pending availability) - $550 plus a 2-night stay. This package is perfect for those who don't want to be up before dawn!
- Same experience as the early morning charter, but departs at 7 AM and returns at Noon.
- Mid-day Fishing Charter (Memorial Day - Labor Day, pending availability) - $650 plus a 2-night stay.
Package includes:
- 5-hour fishing charter (2 PM - 7 PM) with Captain & Crew from Hiatus Charters on 'The Hiatus' (31' Pursuit Express with the reputation of being one of the best fishing vessels among fresh and saltwater anglers).
- Small travel cooler packaged with an assortment of snacks to enjoy on the boat including hearty dips, pretzels, crackers, and seasonal fruits.
- Storage of catch in on-site freezer
Cruise the Ludington Coast!
Please call us to schedule and book the charters or tours outlined below.
- Mid-day Coastline Cruise (Memorial Day - Labor Day, pending availability) - $200 plus a 2-night stay.
- Enjoy a two-hour tour along the coast and see the sites including lighthouses and dunes (between 3 & 6 PM) with Captain & Crew from Hiatus Charters on 'The Hiatus' (31' Pursuit Express ).
- Upgrade the package and include a 'to-go' snack cooler packed with an assortment of hearty dips, pretzels, crackers, and seasonal fruits.
- Sunset Cruise (Memorial Day - Labor Day, pending availability) - $200 plus a 2-night stay.
- Welcome to the Sunset Coast! Take in the beauty of a Lake Michigan sunset during this private two-hour tour along the Ludington shoreline with Captain & Crew from Hiatus Charters on 'The Hiatus' (31' Pursuit Express ).
- The package can be enhanced for an additional fee to include a 'to-go' snack cooler packed with an assortment of fruits and hearty dips, pretzels, and crackers.