Michillinda Lodge Resort – A Favorite for Families in Whitehall
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Michillinda Lodge Resort offers 26 rentable units across nine buildings, accommodating up to 115 guests. Options range from rustic cabins steps from Lake Michigan to A-Frame chalets with three bedrooms. All units include Wi-Fi, small refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, and linens. The Hillside unit features a wraparound deck with lake views, while the Guest House tri-unit cottage is ideal for groups. The Annex suites, 25 feet from Lake Michigan, have walk-out balconies or patios. Property amenities include a 25x50 outdoor heated pool, tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, volleyball, and a bonfire area.
Dining & Nearby Eats
Guests can enjoy casual dining with seafood, steaks, sandwiches, and salads at the lodge. Nearby options include Tony's Pizza in Montague, The Coffee Bean in Whitehall, and Sundance Steakhouse at Double JJ Resort, which overlooks Carpenter Lake. Microbrewery options include White Lake area craft beers at the converted bank building taproom.
Activities & Recreation
The resort sits on 22 acres with access to Lake Michigan's shoreline and sand dunes. Onsite activities include pickleball, horseshoes, and a playground. Five minutes away, Michigan's Adventure amusement park features a top-ranked wooden roller coaster. Nearby, the White River Light Station offers historic tours, and Duck Lake State Park is 2.5 km away. The Hart-Montague Trail State Park provides 22 miles of paved biking and walking paths.
Weddings & Events
The lodge hosts weddings on a ceremony deck overlooking Lake Michigan, with seating for 150-175 guests. A white tent is available for receptions. The Chalet area includes a bar, dance floor, and kitchen. Groups can use the bonfire area post-event. The property accommodates family reunions, corporate retreats, and Scout trips, with team-building activities like canoeing and outdoor games.
Location & History
Michillinda Lodge is 40 km from Muskegon County, off Whitehall Road. The turn-of-the-century resort, originally a summer hotel in the 1920s, retains its rustic charm. Nearby landmarks include Medbery Park (2.5 km) and White Lake (3.5 km). The property is surrounded by towering pines and offers direct access to Lake Michigan's bluffs.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Golf course
- Archery
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Toys
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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