Guest Reviews

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2024

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Thanks Muriel and Gavin, a charming place.  I sat in the bentwood rocker and read my Bible and felt so cared for.  The floor is cold. Perhaps a little oval rug by the bed.  May the Lord bless and keep you.  Love in Christ,  Anne.  (9/10/24)

We love your place.  This is our first time to Ludington to celebrate our 31st wedding anniversary.  We had a wonderful time enjoying the waterfront, dining, state park, and local parks.  The location is perfect.  Thanks so much for your wonderful hospitality.  Anna and Dan. St. Joseph, MI. (9-20-22-34)

Thank you!  I love this place, so warm and cozy.  Beautiful beach and sunset last night was gorgeous.  I hope to be back.  C. H. Minnesota.  (Sept 12. 2024)

What a charming room you have.  Just the thing after a long day's drive.  Thank you, Muriel.  Pat and Dennis, Sturgeon Bay, WI.  ((/4/2024)

Very cute, comfortable, quiet, and clean.  One of the most comfortable hotel beds I've slept in!  Kevin and Mary.  WI.  (9/19/24)

Thank you for taking wonderful care of this place.  Happy to return and see that it is still in the family.  Molly L.  (Sept 6, 2024)

What a unique place.  Clean as can be, good vibes and filled with peace.  Slept like a baby.  Wish all my away home stays were this pleasant.  Thanks.  (Sept 2024)

Lovely, convenient, comfortable.  We saw a gorgeous red ball set in the west last night, which felt fortuitous as it was our only night there.  Thanks for the amenities! Carrie.  (9/12/24)

Thanks for the cozy, comfy refuge for this soggy, chilled cyclist.  So welcoming and thanks for the little goodies.  Jim from Pittsburg, PA.  (9/23/24)

We loved our stay with you.  We loved:

the cottage room

the updated shower

the fridge

the coffee

The GREAT location.  We could walk to so many places.

how small you are with only a few rooms.

We will be back and will recommend you to friends.

Thank you!

Julie and Dave (Sept 2024)

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Last minute decision place.  Very pleasantly surprised.  Love the sweet personal touches.  Would sure stay again.  Thank you.  Kevin and Rhonda.  MI.  (8/12/24)

Thank you, Blue Spruce, Muriel, and Gavin for your kind, personal. touch.  This is a nicely located spot!  We walked last night to see the sunset over Lake MI.  We walked for breakfast and watched the Badger arrive and leave.  So MANY beautiful sites!  The Mystery Dune Climb, after a short walk in the woods, was a great workout and an exciting VIEW of both Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan.  Thank You.  Bonnie and Lean.  Marne, MI.  (8/23)

We had a wonderful time here at the Blue Spruce..  Wonerful coffee, service, and beds.  We loved that it was so close to the beach  Thank you so much for a clean and cozy experience.  With love, Eric, Amy, Kala Williamston, MI. (8/18/24)

--Oh, how  I love the knotty pine.

--Perfect location.

--Fabulous towels

--Comfy mattress and very comfy pillows

--So clean.  Thank you

--All and all a great stay at the Blue Spruce. Labor Day  2024.

The Blue Spruce feels like home!  Always clean and cozy.  We stayed here many times since we try to take the Badger from Wisconsin every summer.  We love Ludington and the area.  Peaceful, calm, and friendly.  The turkey dinner at House of Flavors is the best!  Thank you for your hospitality!  Luanna and Chuck Boie.  New Berlin, WI.  (8/23/24)

Had a wonderful time in Ludington and the surrounding area.  Was really nice to come home to such a cozy, comfortable room.  Thank you for the yogurt and water.  Such a fine touch of hospitality. Road Trippers.  Ron and Deb. Hornsby, TN, (8/28/24)

Thoughts:

Peaceful

Clean 

Enjoyable

Thanks for having us.  Uneek & Heather

Lovely room.  LOVE the rocker and the comfy chair.  On day 11 of a 15-day motorcycle trip, Real coffee cups.  In heaven.  Keep up the great work.  Thanks for the yogurt and bottled water. Also, good coffee. Til next time .... ride safe.  Dean and Linda.  Waterloo, IL. (August 21st)

We ventured out to Stearns Beach and saw the lighthouse. We also did the Mystery Dune hike, and it was well worth climbing 3 dunes to the top. We loved the Lake Michigan shoreline and took in the cloudy sunset.   LOL.  Stix had an amazing ambiance, and the food was so good. We are coming back to see a concert next year. We loved the wooden pine rustic room and will definitely come again. Thank you for a great room and visit.  Love Michael and Joyce.  (Aug 29, 2024)

A delightful two days of enjoying and exploring the area.  So nice to meet the owners.  Real, live, gracious people. We will be back.  Liz and Jack. Rochester Hills, MI.  (9/1/24)

Good morning.  Thank you for the accommodations.  We are on our way to Joe's 

gizzards, a perfect stopping point.  (8/13/24)

The room was perfect for a nice, quiet getaway. Enjoyed hiking out to Julian'ss Mystery Spot. It was beautiful.  Thank you for the recommendation. (8-4-24)

A very peaceful place.  Clean and comfortable with everything we needed.  Ida, MI (8/5/24)

Very nice, clean, and comfortable stay. Glad we chose your hotel.  I hear they are getting trendy again.  (August, 2024)

Thank you.  Once again we loved our stay.  Keep it in the family. You are all doing great.  The Tills.  (August)

Thank you for the comfortable bed. Thank you for the quality sheets (loved the personalized logo on the pillowcases) and the thick towels. Thank you for the updated bathroom. Thank you for the quantity of hooks to hang things. Thank you for the waters, yogurt, coffee setup, and fridge. Thank you for your kindness at check-in. Thank you for the clean and comfortable stay. The Bs. Alexandria, VA. (July 28, 2024)

The Blue Spruce Inn is a beautiful place, very quaint, and super clean. We felt very much at home. Cozy. We will stay here again Mike and Stacy, Lake City (July 27-28, 2024)

We loved staying at the Blue Spruce Inn. We are here to celebrate exactly one year until our 10th wedding (August 2, 2015). Enjoyed our stay very much. The room is perfectly clean, and I especially loved the project's little coffee station and the embroidered little blue spruce on the pillowcase. We have told lots of people to come stay at the Blue Spruce. Ryan & Katie. (August, 2029)

Very impressed with Ludington, even without seeing the beach yet! Blue Spruce people and facilities are as good as can be wished for. Peter and Julie. England. (Aug. 4, 2024)

My wife and I are staying here before taking the ferry across Lake Michigan on our way to our home in Fox Island, Washington. We love the ambience of the Blue Spruce Motel and its proximity to downtown Ludington as well as the beaches. We could strongly recommend the Blue Spruce. It's been a delightful lodging experience. John and Mimi. (August 5, 2024)

Will stay again--comfort, quiet, everything in walking distance. (July 20, 2024)

Thank you so much! We were very disappointed when we thought there were no vacancies. Then Muriel called so kindly and told us we had an opening. We stayed here many years ago when my youngest girl was about 3 years old. She is 42 now. We came to Ludington many times throughout the years. For the first time, I came to Ludington without my husband who recently passed away. I wanted to remember great times from our past. Our stay here and your kindness helped me do just that. I am so very grateful, Muriel, and your crew. God bless you. Kathy, Lauren, and Lisa. Dearborn, MI. (8/9/24)

Thank you so much. Perfect. Clean and convenient room. Patti and Aloma. We will be back. Patti and Aloma. (August 2024.)

Thank you for the beautiful room. Love the antique look. The chenille bedspread. Our host advised us on a place to stay and it was very good. The old-fashioned charm here. Robin. Minnesota. (7/25/24)

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A perfect spot for a short stay in one of our favorite MI communities. Love the knotty pine and the cozy, clean room. Hope we have the opportunity to stay with you again. . Rik and Cathy. Dexter MI. (Aug 1, 2024)

Honestly, this motel was exactly what we were looking for. The room reminded me of the simpler days of times past. Thank you for a clean room and simple furniture and a comfortable bed. What more can you ask for? Rick and Bobbie. (8/5/2024)

When we first stepped in we knew we would love it. The cabin feel is awesome! Clean. Cozy and quiet. We slept with the windows open and loved it. Thank you for the little things, too. The real coffee pot and cups. The little table and chairs outside to enjoy our coffee. We hope to be back one day! Mike and Jamie. Marmouth, IL. (8/9/24)

This is our fourth stay at Blue Spruce over the years. We love it here. Good location and friendly people who run the inn. We will be back. Marcia and Bill. Hickory Corners, MI. (7/29/24 to 8/1/24)

We had a great stay. The rooms are great and really clean. I love the quaintness of the room. We will be back and we will be sharing the place with friends and family. Thank you for a great sleep and stay. BTW: We love the floors. Stacy and Mitch. (August 11,

We loved it! It was clean and cozy! Nice Place! Andy and Chris. (8//9/24)

Thank you for another wonderful stay. Thank you for continuing to host guests at the Ludington Blue Spruce, one of Ludington's originals. Looking forward to next summer's stay already. Diana, Jeff, and Haley. (7-28-24)

Absolutely Perfect. We will be staying here again. John Obee. (August 7, 2024)

Another wonderful visit celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary.  We love the charm and peaceful surroundings of Ludington and the Blue Spruce Inn.  Room 7 is our haven after a day of exploring the area.  Stearns Beach is fabulous from end to end with the day’s end sunset our favorite.  We look forward to our return.  Melanie and Walter.   (6/24-6/28)

My first visit to Ludington.  A very pleasant experience. I will be back.  Joan.  Livonia, MI. (7/3-4/24)

What a cute place the Blue Spruce is!  We really enjoyed our stay and would stay again.  We also loved the State Park and Stearns Beach.  Mary and Mike.  Springfield, OH (7/17/24)

So glad we stayed here.  Ludington is wonderful and your motel is great.  Bob and Judy.  Jacksonville, FL. (7/18/24)

This was our first trip to Ludington and what a treat!  We were completely charmed.  The Blue Spruce was the perfect spot to stay as we explored the city.  Clean and comfortable and perfectly situated to everything we wanted to do, from that glorious beach to all the town had to offer.  It was a fabulous trip, and we will be back.  Thanks!  Meredith and Brad.  Ferndale, MI.  (7/19-21/2024)

What a great visit in one of our favorite beach towns in Michigan.  We have been coming to Ludington for years and even got engaged on Stearns Beach.  This is our first time staying at the Blue Spruce Inn, and it could not have been more perfect.  Such cute and clean rooms, steps from the beach, ice cream at the HOF, and the annual art fair.  Thank you for adding to our great memories of this town.  We will be back.  Jenni and Rick.  Chicago, IL (July 7, 2024

We had a lovely time.  Walked to the lighthouse.  Ludington is a beautiful town.  The inn is wonderful.  Very quaint.  Thank you.  Bob and Kathleen.  Tulsa, OK.  Michigan natives.  (7-15 and 16)

Very nice stay in a cute little cabin-like room. Very clean and wonderful greeting by management.  Keep up the good times with the beach-front cabin feel.  Jack and Sue.  (July 17-20, 2024)

Cute place.  Comfortable, quiet, clean.  Will do again.  (May 10, 2024)

We slept well and enjoyed the room after several nights in a “modern hotels.  (6/12/24)

Such a great place.  Bed was so comfy and so peaceful.  Loved the table and chairs outside to enjoy our morning coffee.   Would stay here again.  5-star rating.  Will definitely share your location with family and friends.  Mark and Nancy.  Punta Gordo, FL.  ( 6-18-24)

We loved our stay at the Blue Spruce.  We walked downtown and had dinner at Keepers Fish and then walked down to the marina and watched the Badger pull away.  The sunset bonfire was so much fun, and the beach was beautiful. Can’t wait to make our way back to Ludington.  Louisville, KY.  (6-28-24)

We absolutely loved our time at the Blue Spruce Inn.  This was a perfect weekend getaway from the city.  My wife and I enjoyed a long hike to the lighthouse and through the back dunes.  Checked out downtown and had dinner on the beach.  We will be back.  Troy, MI. (June 30, 2024)

Clean and comfortable.  Very cozy.  Will recommend to others.  Port Clinton, OH. (5-29-24)

Small town Illinois Proud.  Came here for a concert. Enjoyed Ludington and Pentwater.  Michigan is the second-best state.  With love from the Sherry’s.  (May, 2024)

Great place!  We enjoyed our stay.  Ludington is such a nice town.  Hopefully, we will visit again.  Thank you! Tom and Shelly.  Illinois.  (6-17-24)

Thank you for creating a clean, beautiful, comfy place to stay.  We have enjoyed it  The special touches are very much appreciated.  Knotty pine forever.  PS.  We love the Motor Lodge vibe and will pass our love on to others.  The Bays.  (6-27-24)

Sweet Place.  Thank you!!!.  Randy and Barb.  Harrison, MI.  (7/10/24)

Quaint, cozy, and very close to the beach!!  Very nice.  The Fox’s.   Lansing, MI  (7-18-24)

Such a quaint little space.  We loved our visit.  Amenities were great.  Had a great time—a fantastic stay.  Thank you so much.  Karen and Marcia (May 2024)

A room we will love to remember! Fondly, Meghan and Nina. (June 9, 2024)

Very clean & comfortable, thoughtfully appointed.  Thank you.  Duluth, MN

Wonderful day.  Beautiful weather.  Three lighthouses, the “secret dunes.”  A very special day!  Thank you.  Great Room.  Great service!  Cindy.  Colorado.  (7/9/24)

Random stop.  We got lost but found this spot.  Incredible hosts!!!  Very grateful to meet them.  Beautiful area, fun, and beach sunset.  Thank you so much.   Keep this in our hearts forever.  Susan and Doug.  Rockford, MI. (7-12-24)

2023​

A place we won't forget.  Wondrous people and atmosphere with lots of ambience.  Office staff aims to please!  (10-1-23)

Love this lil ' place!  We will come back.  Clean.  Quiet!  Quaint.  Fenton MI (9-30-23)

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Such a lovely,  quaint, clean motel.  Thank you.  (Sept, 2023)

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Thank you.  Very cute motel.  Great location.  (9/23/23)

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Thank you for sharing your fabulous little inn with us.  Loved the little details, like the little spruce tree embroidered on the pillows.  This was a lovely place to live while reliving my childhood here in Ludington.  All the best.  Linus.  (9-2-25)

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Thank you for another great stay.  Until next year!  M & J.  (9/1/23)

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Thank you for a beautiful setup.  Loved my stay here.  (9/14/23)

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Loved the bed and also how quiet it is here.  Labor Day.  Thanks.  Jim and Julia. 

Your place is just right for me.  Thanks.  I'm happy I found you.   Linda.  (8-18-23)

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Our third visit and we will be back.  Love the place.  Thank you for another awesome stay.  Phil and Laura.  (8-19-23)

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Thank you for a lovely weekend.  The Blue Spruce never disappoints.!  Hopefully, we will see you soon.  Jesse and Sher.  (8-14-23)

Ahh...quaint, cute, impeccably clean.  Loved the coffee, the full-length mirror, and the full-size Kleenex.  Luxury!  Ludington is a gem--even without the Badger.  God bless Muriel, Debbie, and Gavin, all who read.  Tom and Linda (8-13-23)

First time to the area.  Great place to stay.  Loved the quaint feeling and the friendliness. (8/7/23)

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One year wedding anniversary.  It was a great place to stay. Nice to stay with other Christians and see God working in other's lives.  (8/4/23)

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Thanks so much.  Your place is lovely and we had a great time!  Love Hannah and Toni from London UK. (June 2023)

Three days of rest and at the Blue Spruce Inn, our favorite place in Michigan. Celebrating our 24th anniversary and our third one here in this beautiful area.  We enjoy exploring it a little more each time. Resting our heads at the Blue Spruce at the end of the day brings not only a good night's sleep but peace and comfort. We look forward to our return.  Thank you for great memories as we return home.  PS.  Room 7 is our favorite.  Melanie and Walter.  Johnsburg, IL. (June 26-29, 2023)

What a lovely place. We are so happy to have landed in Ludington from our four-hour float across Lake Michigan to the special Blue Spruce Inn.  To being greeted warmly by Deborah to  opening the door to the warm pine walls to enjoying cups of coffee on chairs outside room 6.  This has been a truly delightful memorable experience. Thank you. Warmly, Meg and Matt Berwyn Illinois.   (Thursday July 6th 2023)

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Second time staying here.  Great room.  Great owners.  We will be back.  Thank you.  Clinton, TN. (7-21-23)

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Three days of rest and relaxation. What a charming and quaint motor lodge.  We enjoyed our time here and would stay again if back in Ludington.  Thanks.  Paul and Lynn.  Lafayette, IN. (July 2023)

Thank you for a beautiful room.  I love my stay here.  May (July 2023)

The Blue Spruce is absolutely lovely.  You've done a great job maintaining the calm and charm of pine rooms while making the place comfortable for modern visitors.  Thanks so much.  Brooke and Jonah. (July 2023)

Nice, comfortable rooms.  Could use two suitable racks.  Excellent service.  Great location.  Thank you.  Kelly.  (June 2023)

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Thanks for letting us stay another two great days.  Room 1 worked out very well. Windows on 3 sides made it feel airy and larger.  It was very clean--sparkling.  We look forward to another visit; perhaps this fall.  God Bless.  Jack and Shirley.  (June 16, 2023)

Lovely as always!  Appreciate the cleanliness and attention. Elizabeth.   (May 2023)

Room one worked perfectly for our family.  Our pack-and-play fit between the beds.  Thank you for maintaining such a nice and clean room.  This location is perfect!  We took a stroll to the water, looped back along the marina, and explored downtown.  If we come this way again, we will need to stay longer.   (June 2023)

Thanks for the hospitality.  Great place to rest a couple of days after completing the Coast to Coast bike race of Saturday.  Joe and Cavin.  (6/26/23)

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What a wonderful weekend at the Blue Spruce.  It is a special place.  Muriel makes it like home.  Jesse and  Sherri Roseles.  (May 29, 2023)

We stayed here with our 10 year-old-nephew.  We all loved the room, the Vibe, Muriel, and Ludington.  Lovely first visit.  Thank you for keeping the motel quaint and lovely.  It was also clean with appreciated amenities—coffee and yogurt.  Mary, Indianapolis, IN.  (June 6, 2023)

2022

The First thing I thought on arrival was, “How Cute.” (June 4, 2022)

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Loved our stay at the Blue Spruce.  So close to the beach and restaurants.  Thank you for having the office unlocked so that we had access to the microwave and the Keurig.  We’ll be back.  Anne and Steve. IL.  (6/24-26)

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Another wonderful visit and stay at your charming oasis in Ludington.  We loved the coziness and comforts of our room #6.  The beautiful beach and the town are so close by.  We have recharged our batteries and our spirits.  Thank you for years of wonderful hospitality and kindness in changing our reservation.  We are sad to say so long for now, but we look forward to this little piece of heaven on earth: Blue Spruce Motel and Ludington.  The Best!  Kindest regards.  Melonie and Walter.  (8/1-4/22)

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Been coming to Ludington for years, starting in the 90s.  Stayed about everywhere as children and then grew up and left the nest. Blue Spruce Inn is the perfect spot for just the two of us.  We enjoyed our stay.  We will be back.  James and Cindy.  (8-20-22)

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Thank you for your kindness.  We’ve had a memorable stay here!

Mike and Debbie.  Indiana.  (8-26-22)

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Last minute to get away.  Looked at a bunch of motels. So glad I choose this one.  So clean.  Different.  Thank you.  (7/12/22)

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My husband and I have been married for 26 years.  We just started getting away on quick trips recently.  I am so glad I chose your inn!  It is so cute and quaint.  Reminds me of my grandma’s home in Ocqueor, MI.  Thank you!  Keith and Anne.  Fenton, MI.  (8/27/22)

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I will have to book another stay.  This spot and room fit the beach getaway perfectly.  Thank you. (7/14/22)

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We were charmed by the look and the coziness of the room as soon as we entered.  Love the old-time feel.  Wedding anniversary.  This will probably become our regular place to stay.  Great room.  Great price, great people. We loved the mystery spot!  Z & E Wolf.  (6/ 24-26/22)

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My family has been visiting Ludington for our yearly family vacation for about ten years now.  This was our first time staying at the Blue Spruce.  It was a wonderful room, clean and quaint, and close to everywhere we needed and wanted to go.  My regret was not having enough time to check out your secret dune map.  But we will be back.  Thanks for the stay.  The Lutz’s, Spring Hill, TN (6/16/22)

We had a wonderful time in your beautiful hotel. 

Thank you for the little home away from home. We are visiting from New Orleans.  It is so nice to step outside our door and sleep with the windows open.  Ludington is so charming, and it’s been a delight. Highly recommend visiting the State Park and playing a game or bowling at Stix.  Also, recommend having breakfast at Chef John.  Cheers , Emma.  (7/26/22)

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Thanks for the great stay.  We enjoyed the quiet, clean-smelling room and the soft fuzzy blankets.  We enjoyed the bike trail and the Nordhouse Wilderness and a good hot shower afterward.  Thank you for your hospitality.  Mary Lou and Brian.  (July 2-5, 2022)

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What a wonderful little place!!.  We enjoyed everything this town has to offer.  First time here, but it won’t be our last.  Angie and Doug.  (8/2/22)

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My wife and I stumbled upon this remarkably period, clean motel the day before our ferry trip back to Manitowoc.  We visited with the guests in Room 2 for about an hour after walking around town.  We will make a point to stay here again the next time we come to Ludington.  Dean.  (8/28/22)

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It was so nice to return to Ludington after nearly 30 years away.  I spent the best years of my young life at Hamlin Lake, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, etc.  We love our room here and will definitely return.  Aloha and Joe. (July 3, 2022)

Very nice, clean, and comfy room.  Yogurt was the perfect late-night snack after watching a beautiful sunset.  Small but big enough!  God bless you.  Ed and Connie Brown.  (7-9-22)

Thank you.  We’ll be back. (2022)

This is my fourth stay at the Blue Spruce.  A respite from the stressful world!  Clean and, as always, comfortable.  And welcoming to me, a solo traveler.  Thanks for the great memories.  Love Diane, Dexter, MI. (7-14-22)

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Thank you so much for such a nice, sweet little room. It was clean and perfect.  This was our first time here.  And now we have such good memories of our time in Ludington.  Hope we can come back sometime.  May God bless you.  Steve and Debbie Garber.  PS.  Good coffee too.  (8-16-22)

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Labor Day 2022.  Thank you.  Perfect spot for our family weekend.   Pat, Bonnie, Burnham. (2022)

Cute little place. Enjoyed our stay.  Thank you.  Bill and Tasha.  (8/19/22)

We once again enjoyed our yearly stay.  We love how clean the rooms are and the comfortable feel.  Hate to go home, but we will definitely be back next year.  Deb and Bret.  (July 28, 2022)

Thanks for a great room.  Barb and Dennis.   (6/22)

What a great location.  Quiet, and the room was very clean. (June, 2022)

Lovely room in a lovely town.  Thank you.  Barb and Nan.  (6-22-22)

My first stay at the Blue Spruce.  I hope it won’t be my last.  Everything is all you could hope for.  Quaint, clean, cozy, and comfortable, all assuring a person’s well-being here.  Thanks for your generous hospitality. On the road from Colorado.  Blessings,  Debbie . (August 10, 2022)

Such a lovely place:  Love the knotty pine/rustic look.  Will be back.  Thank you.  Palatine, IL.  (8/16/22)

Nice and clean!  Thank you.  Beautiful town.  Kim and Ken, GR. (8.19.22)

This town is such a hidden gem.  We are both from Petosky and stopped here to stay on a whim.  It’s been so wonderful.  We just can’t believe it.  We sure hope it stays that way.  We have had such a lovely time.  Thank you.  (6/3/22)

We enjoyed our stay.  Hope we can return next year with our kids.  The map was very helpful!  Debbie and Larry Vorce.  Fowlerville, MI 48836.  (9/1-5, 2022)

Enjoyed our stay again.  We always like it here at the Blue Spruce.  Thank you kindly.  Sue and Bill.  G Rapids, MI. (6/18/22)

You have a truly lovely place.  We enjoyed our stay here.  Thank you for providing a clean and inviting room.  The location is a gem as well.  Sincerely, Shelly and Erik D.  We will return for sure.  (7/8/22)

Really enjoyed our stay.  Walked to Jamesport Brewery for dinner and Brenda’s for breakfast.  Great location.  Parked the SUV and walked everywhere.  Having coffee in the room for wake-up was great!  (8/19/22)

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We enjoyed our stay.  Pleasant and clean accommodations. Thank you.  The Stormers. (8/3/22)

I’ve been staying here occasionally since 1951.  Still love the quaintness of knotty pine.  Coming back to an old friend.  Linda Rogers.  (8/31/22)

Love MI along the coast to Petosky.  The room was cozy and very clean.  Close to all.  Thanks.  Suzanne and Greg.  (6/8/22)

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2021

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My family and I came here on the S.S. Badger from Minneapolis to attend a wedding on the 11th.  My name is Jocelyn and my daughter is named Senua (warrior).  Thanks for having us.  Very cozy. (9/9/21)

What a charming place and located so close to an incredible sunset!  The neighborhood we walked through was so charming too.  Heading to the car ferry to return to California.  So glad we stopped here.  Cheers.  And thank you.  Deborah and Gary.  Torrance, CA. (9/2/21)

Wonderful!  As usual!  This is where we always stay when we are in Ludington.  Perfect location to walk to anything--downtown or the beach.  Mike and Kristi.  Alma, MI.  (9/4/21)

Sublime!  Thank you!!.  Holland, MI. 9/18/21)

Happy face, always.  Thank you for a lovely stay.  Even in the rain, it was a delight with the cozy presentation.  Holland, MI (9/22/21)

What a lovely room and a beautiful sunset tonight.  The Badger is quite the sight and we look forward to another stay here.  Thank you.  Phil and Teri, Kalamazoo. (9/22/21)

This is such a nice place to stay.  We enjoyed our visit and can't wait to come back.  Steve and Nancy.  Auburn, IN.  (9/26/21)

Mystery Spot! Take the trail that goes straight ahead, even though there is a fallen log blocking the entrance.  What a perfect place.  Wish I could have stayed longer.  (9/11/21)

What a lovely stay!  Very quaint.  Close to the beach and everything we needed.  We were able to see the SS Badger head back to WI.  Thank you.  Lynn and Will.  Lena, WI (9/12/21)

So quaint and accommodating.  We had an excellent time at the Blue Spruce Inn.  Also, don't miss out on the Mystery Hike.  Quite a climb.  The view was extraordinary.  Love the coffee station and yogurts.  Love the proximity to the beach and family residence. Love, love!  Thanks so much.  David W Plaaza, author  (check out Amazon).  (10/3/21)

The Blue Spruce Inn: Waking up to the sounds of the birds and freighters was most pleasant.  The mystery dune hike was magical, and the sun and sand were all enchanting.   I felt like we were in an entirely different place.  Thank you for a delightful stay.  Sophia.  (10/2/21) 

Quiet, Cozy, and Quaint.  Just right before our S.S. Badger ride.  Port Washington. (8/30/21)

Another great stay.  In love with Ludington.  Thank you.  Laurie.  (9/6/21)

A wonderful and cozy place to stay!  Nice extras.  I was impressed with my room.  Room 1.  Thanks again for this cute room.  (9/18/21)

A weekend away for the end of our two-week vacation.  Loved the clean, quiet place.  So close to the beach.  My only beach weekend this year.  Our 18th wedding anniversary was the 13th.  We are celebrating that and my husband's retirement.  The recommendations were spot on.  We will be back.  Jerri Lynn and Terry.  (9/19/21)

What a wonderful stay!  So cozy and comfortable.  Just wish we could have stayed longer.  Next time we will.  Thank you so much.  (8/29/31)

Very nice to stay here again.  Like the period theme.  Sue and Bill.  G.R. MI (9/25/21)

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Really enjoyed our stay.  This is our second time here.  We'll be back again.  Mike and Leona.  Shelby, MI. (8/15/21)

Thank you for a lovely stay.  Rosaline.  (8/21/21)

This place is so sweet!   It is comfortable, clean, and cozy.  It is within walking distance of many great things.  We hope to come again soon.  (Aug 16-20-21)

The room was cozy and just big enough for what we needed.  The sweet lady at the counter gave us recommendations for restaurants.  A lovely and quiet room  (8/13/21)

I felt right at home in our cozy room, which reminded me of nights spent in my grandmother's cabin in N.C. We enjoyed being able to walk to the beach and how close the town is. Muriel was so welcoming. It was a pleasure meeting her. We will be back next summer or fall (August 24, 2021).

Thank you for the wonderful stay.  Manuela and Courtney.  (August 22, 2021)

I highly recommend going to the "Dune Mystery Spot" at the dunes. Beautiful view. Kilwins has great ice cream with no wait.  Enjoyed the Blu Moon rooftop restaurant.  I definitely enjoyed the Blue Spruce Inn.  We will be back.  Andrews, IL.  (8/15/21)

We thought this motel was worth the money, even though it has no microwave. It was cozy and cute, and we loved our stay. Thanks again. We will surely come back next summer. Brooklyn.  (8/10/21)

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I love that we can build memories.  And that once we get here we can walk everywhere.  The beds are comfortable and the smart TV is nice for rainy days and evenings.  See you next year!  Barb.  (8/12/21)

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Magical place.  Muriel is so nice.  The room is exceptionally cozy.  This won't be the last time we come and stay at the Blue Spruce.  This is exactly the kind of place I want to be. (July 31-August 1)

Nice time in Ludington.  Great location for walking to the beach or to town.  Comfortable room  Breakfast at Brenda's was quite good. Glen and Kim from Kentucky.  August 2021)

What a cute, quaint place.  So glad we took a chance on something different.  Perfect location to walk to the beach and the downtown.  Next time we visit, we will definitely come back for longer than two days.  We enjoyed the beach, especially all the people having fun.  The water was super-cold but we did get in.  We got ice cream at the legendary House of Flavors.  So good!  While we waited for a seat at Jamesport Brewery, we watched the ferry come in and leave.  Got some amazing photos.   (August 5, 2021)

Love this place.  Second home here. It's homey, just relaxing and comfortable.  This was our escape of a lifetime trip and this place made that perfect.  We will for sure be back.  (7/18/21)

My mom and stayed and loved our visit, especially cozy feel of the space.  Muriel was sweet and personal.  We would come back.  R + N.  (7/19/21)

Always a great stay at the Blue Spruce.  We have stayed here several times and love how clean the rooms are.  The staff is so friendly.  We will definitely be back again.  Love this place!  B and D.  Westphalia, MI (July 25-28)

This is my third stay at the wonderful Blue Spruce.  I wouldn't stay anywhere else.  Rooms are spotless, staff friendly and location divine.  I certainly will return.  Diane.  Dexter, MI (July 28-30)

Great place to stay.  Close to everything.  Great people.  (7/23/21)

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Enjoyed our stay after a ride on the SS Badger.  We will definitely be back.  What a lovely inn.  Next time a microwave?  Walter and Leanne.  (7/26/21)

Enjoying our trip to the past!  Love the paneling, furniture, and bed quilt--all speak of a bygone era.  But every comfort we could hope for in a one-room "home." Easy check-in.  Appreciated the yogurt, coffee, water, etc. that make us feel welcome. Paula.  Silver Spring, MD. (7/20/21)

This is such a splendid little hotel.  It was everything we needed but took us back to what hotels were when we were children.  Comfortable and safe with touches of home."  Thank you for a memorable stay.  John H.  Joplin, MO. (7/27)

Enjoyed our first real beds after 3 days of backpacking on North Manion Island.  Really appreciate the warmth and hospitality from Muriel when checking us in.  Thank you, Blue Spruce.  We will remember you fondly.  (7/27-28/21)

What a  jewel of a find.  Our family took two rooms and they were lovely.  Catch the Badger this morning.  Muriel, you are a dear!  Bought two of her books.  Much love from the N family.  (July 28, 2021)

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Love the rocker.  Beds are comfy.  So close to the beach. Very nice place.  Thank you.  (7/19/21)

Wonderful, quiet, relaxing atmosphere.  It was nice to wake up and enjoy our coffee outside.  Great and friendly staff.  Nice and helpful.  Beds were comfy and loved the cold water.  The rooms are very warm and welcoming.  Came up from Southern Illinois and plan to come back to the Blue Spruce.  Thank you.  (7/21/21)

Great Place to stay.  Close to everything. Great people.  Thanks.  (7/23/21)

Thank you for another wonderful stay.  Our second time vacationing here.  Enjoyed some of our favorite activities:  swimming in the big lake, ice cream from the House of Flavors, fried fish from Bartell's.  We discovered some new ones too: hiking out to and climbing the Big Sable Point Lighthouse, enjoying homemade bread at Old Hamlin, grilling in the park.  We were very cozy in our room and look forward to visiting again.  Jack and Emma. (July 19-23  2021)

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Thank you for hosting us.  The room was clean and cozy and the location is awesome.  Appreciated the map and the food suggestions also.  Thanks.  C and D.  Detroit, MI. (7/16/21)

We stayed for the 4th of July week  So nice to see things getting back to normal after last year.  Thank you for the warm hospitality.  (grew up in the area) Theresa and Craig.  Bethesda, MD. 

Thank you for telling me about the dune.  I'm afraid I wasn't up to the climb, but I really loved the drive to the area (route 116) and the trail at the dune area. Beautiful!  The dune climb is a challenge I will save for next year.  But I felt so empowered that you thought I could climb it.  Thank you so much. Ann.  (July 14, 2021)

Thank you for providing a welcoming home on the road.  I felt safe and comfortable here and slept well.  You obviously love this wonderful motel. The quilt made me especially happy.  See you very soon.  Ann.  Iowa City, Iowa.  (7/13/21)

We loved staying and look forward to the next time. (7/6/21)

We enjoyed our stay.  Your hospitality--and wonderful downtown and beach area.  Dave and Lisa.  (7/9/2021)

The Blue Spruce is convenient to everything.  I'm so glad we brought our granddaughter.  We could walk almost everywhere.  Muriel makes sure all is good for her guests.  Her restaurant suggestions were just what we like. Our room was so cute and had everything we need.  Carolyn, Rob, and Angelina. (6/17/21)

We had a fabulous stay.  Super cozy room.  Great location and super hospitable staff.  Will definitely come again.  (6/18/21)

Another great weekend here.  (7/5/21)

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Words cannot express the wonderful time I've had here.  I can't believe how beautiful the state of Michigan is and how friendly all the people have been. My stay here at Blue Spruce has been awesome.  The service has been great!.  I have enjoyed meeting you and your family.  I hope to come back as soon as my job allows more time.  Wish you great health and happiness.  Debbie from Scottsville, KY.  (June 17-22)

Great place to stay!  Very quiet and homey.  Had a friend with me from Florida.  Would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends.  Becki and Sue.  (6/22/21)

We fell in love with it when we opened the door.  What a sweet, comfortable room  We'll be back for sure.  (6/24/21)

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What a wonderful nook!  Beautifully maintained.  Comfortable, wonderful reception as well as ongoing interactions with the family.  Loved meeting your neighbors and getting a tour of your garden too.  Thank you for sharing your lovely bounty.  Blessings to you.  Carol and Flemming.  (June 11, 2021)

A wonderful experience--so nice to enjoy a more personalized contact and cozy room with a smaller family-owned motel.  We enjoyed the beautiful surroundings--all of the sunshine, sand, and water!  Greetings to everyone and may all be blessed.  The Mills.  PS.  The pickleball courts down the street are an added bonus.  (June 1-3 2021)

Escaped from Grand Rapids for a cozy get-away here at the Blue Spruce. Very friendly staff.  Would love to come back.  Fabulous location!  Right near all the Hubbub! Thank you for a night away from home   R + D.  (6/6/21)

A great stay with great hospitality.  (5/29-31/21)

Loved our short stay in your sweet rooms.  Beautiful walk to the lighthouse.  Thank you.  Minneapolis  MN. (6/8/21)

Clean, comfy, cozy.  What more could you ask for?  (6/5/21)

Came here in 2017 or 2018.  Loved it.  That's why we came again.  So cozy.  We will be back.  (6/10/21)

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Friendly staff, clean/cozy rooms.  Perfect location, within walking distance of the beach and shops.  Would definitely recommend staying here and would stay again.  Thank you for making our stay perfect! (5/21)

New season.  Very comfortable as always.  Mike and Kristi.  Alma MI. (5/28/21)

Cute little motel. Love the knotty pine and neon "office sign."  Thank you so much.  Look forward to a return trip.  (5/21)

A great stay with great hospitality!  Saginaw, MI, Edwardsburg, MI. (5/29/21)

Our first time at the Blue Spruce.  Probably 5th time to Ludington.  I usually camp.  We were very comfortable here.  It is very clean and cozy.  It is so nice to leave the car behind and walk to the great restaurants.  We recommend:  Blu Moon and James St. Brewing.  Both on James St. And the House of Flavors on the main st.  The beach and town are beautiful.  Thank you for your hospitality.  Hope to see you again.  Butler, PA. (5/29/21)

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Such a friendly and cozy place.  Easy access to everything for a reasonable price.  We will most certainly stay here again.  Bob and Kathy. (10/15/20

This is my second time staying at this charming gem.  It's been a tough year, so I'm so glad to have had the chance to visit after all.  Thanks for helping to create, not only a wonderfully relaxing time, but also some terrific memories.  Linda.  (10/12/20

Being raised as a hardware couple we appreciate the window hardware, including the molded glass window in the bathroom, sink, etc.  Knotty pine is cool.  Thanks again.  Ralph and Suz. (10/12/20)

What a cozy and comfortable room!  We so enjoyed our stay in Ludington.  We hiked at the State Park and enjoyed the art in the parks in town.  Thank you for making this a memorable weekend.  Sue and Tom.  Portage, MI. (10/10/20)

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The place was recommended by my daughter.  She loved it and had high praises for Muriel.  Our stay was very pleasant.  Room was exceptionally clean.  Recommendation of Chef John for breakfast--awesome.  The inn has a beautiful setting near the lake and downtown.  Thanks for your thoughtful hospitality.  Bill and Pam.  (10/12/20)

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Great place in a great location.  We are glad someone made a last-minute cancellation.  We will be back.  John and Jill.  Dousman, WI. (9/27/20)

Found this place online.  Taking Badger tomorrow.  Pleasantly surprised by room.  Very clean.  Love the style and Muriel was great. Thank you.  Saginaw MI.  (9/27/20)

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Thank you for a great overnight stay.  Such a cozy place.  James and Jean.  (Sept 13, 2020)

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A wonderful cozy and quiet room with excellent recommendations for dinner. (PM Steamers) and breakfast (Chef John's).  We also enjoyed the gorgeous fall weather and the sunset near the lighthouse.  Eric and Joyce Larson.  (September 24, 2020).

Had a wonderful time.  Such nice people.  Thanks so much.  God bless you all.  Susan.  We had a great stay.  Thank you so much for your hospitality.  Becky.  (9/18/20)

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Thank you!  We had a nice relaxing time.  Loved the dune climb.  (8/14/20)

Cute and cozy room and kind and thoughtful owners.  Thank you!  This was a nice little getaway.  Catherine.  Indiana.  (September 2020)

Great Stay at the Blue Spruce Inn.  Great recommendation for the Blue Moon Cafe! (Aug 30, 2020)

Ladies, once again this visit was perfect.  Thank you for your perfect little piece of paradise.  Beth and Tiffany.  Grand Rapids, MI. (8/7/20)

Love the character of the room.  Floors are great.  No hotel carpet stink!  They had wood paneling like this on the farm.  Nice place to escape COVID-19. Flint, MI. (8/10/20)

Love the hospitality. When we arrived we felt like family instead of guests right away.  Nice to meet cheerful people these days.  Great charm.  Great towels. Location is spectacular.  James and Beth.  Kalamazoo, MI. (8/12/20)

Me and my family love it here.  It is so nice.  We love the short walk to the beach.  And the beds.  We love it.   (8/15/20)

The walk to the beach is wonderful.  We are sad to leave but we will be back next year.  Alyss.  10 years old. (8/19/20)

What a great last minute find.  The price was right, the location fabulous.  Hot water with plenty of pressure and most of all--so clean.  The girls at the front were so nice and hardworking.  We will definitely be back.  Holly and Christian.  Fenton, MI (8/10/20)

I loved our cute room.   Thank you for allowing us to park our motorcycle under the roof.  Now that is customer service, along with towels the next morning to wipe it clean.  Friendly, clean.  We will be back.  Bryan and Kim.  Wausau, WI. (8/11/20)

Thank you for a wonderful stay.  This was only my second visit to the Blue Spruce, a new tradition for me!  See you next year.  Diane.  Dexter, MI. (8/14/20)

Love the room.  Very welcoming, clean room.  Staff is great.  Great room.  Love the cabin feel, very clean and comfortable.  (8/7/20)

What a cozy, clean place to stay in.  The perfect location.  It was so great to walk around to everything and easily walk back for little breaks. Thanks for a great stay.  Mike and Denise.  (8/9/20)

We loved staying here.  So cute and clean.  We hope to come back sometime and stay longer.  Mark, Kristin, Sachet, Charlie. (8/5/20)

Love this charming place!  Much needed to relax.  Wonderful staff.  Thanks for making us feel welcome.  J & T. (8/2/20)

Lovely!  From the exquisite/author Muriel, Debbie, and Anastasia.  A memorable stay.  Love the room's ambience, location, and kindness.  We will be back.  John and Nancy.  Bay City, MI.  (8/14/20)

I really enjoyed staying here.  It was so clean and comfy.  And the staff is so helpful and friendly!  Also, such a great location to so many state parks.  Thank you so much.  Hope to see you again.  Mary.  Lansing. (8/7/20)

We had a great weekend here!  The cozy, clean room and friendly staff helped set the mood for a great lake weekend.  Loved the coffee.  We will be back.  Ken and Kelly. (8/9/20)

Love this charming place.  Sweet and cozy!  Thank you.  (8/10/20)

Lovely motel--comfy. Great staff working here.  See you next time.  Ellen.  (8/10/20)

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Thanks for having us.  The room was perfect.  Everything so nicely done.  The little touches are great.  Perfect location for beach and town.  Roy and Cathy.  Rockwood, MI (7/30/20)

We love the State Park and the beach.  Went to Sleeping Bear Dunes.  Love the Blue Spruce and we plan on visiting more often.  Kevin and Karen (8/2/20)

I was lucky to find this place.  I took a week-long vacation, just wandering around until I found someplace I liked.  Blue Spruce was perfect.  I wish I could have enjoyed two nights.  Very charming, very clean and I loved watching the sunset tonight.  And your "mystery spot."  I will be back again.  Staci.  (7/27/20)

Thank you, Muriel, for another great stay at the Blue Spruce Inn.  We had a great time.  Bruce and Bob.  (7/29/20)

We had the best weekend at the Blue Spruce, #3.  We love the family atmosphere and the kindness.  Thank you for having us as your guests.  We will be back soon!  It is beautiful and immaculate.  Terry and Brad.  (7/26/20)

Thank you for another perfect stay.  Kristi and Mike.  (8/1/20)

We loved the hotel and our room. Ludington and the surrounding area was beautiful.  Thank you, Debbie and Muriel, for a wonderful stay.  Carrie and Jim.  (8/2/20)

Thank you for another wonderful stay at the Blue Spruce.  We had a great time!  (7/29/20)

Enjoyed our stay!  Was very quiet and loved how close it was to downtown!  Raquel and Carl.  (6/21/20)

It is a lovely room and it's nice and clean.  I like the rocking chair.  I love this place! (7/12/20)

My husband and I were able to get away for the night.  We have seven kids, our oldest being twenty.   So she offered to watch the rest of them.  We really enjoyed our stay.  This is a very clean motel room.  It reminded us of a little cabin on the inside.  The staff is very welcoming.  We hope to be back soon.  Kevin and Christian.  Gobles, MI. (7/12/20)

The room was perfect for us.  It worked out nicely with the rest of the family in the rental house across the driveway. We still felt part of the family gatherings in the house while enjoying our own air conditioned space.  Thank you!  Bruce and Trina.  Farminglton, MI.  (7/18/20)

Absolutely loved our stay.  We will be back.  (7/3/20)

We love the Blue Spruce Inn!  Beth and Jonathan. (7/22/20)

We enjoyed our stay and accomodations.  Thank your for everything.  We enjoyed the girls' kindness.  (7/24/20)

Very quiet room and quiet...  Enjoyed our stay.  Thank you.  7/19/20)

A sweet, charming place that relaxed the bones.  We so much loved this holiday weekend.  The hostess was the sweetest.  Thank You.  Bryan and Jennifer.  (7/4/20)

This is the most romantic room I have ever laid eyes on.  I cannot wait to return with my love.  I am here with my on for his 7th birthday weekend!  Got here late and took a pm swim.  It felt like I was in a postcard.  Most beautiful thing ever.  All and all I wish we could have stayed longer.  I cannot wait to return.  Always.  Breana. (July 2-3)

Thank you so much for letting us do a one night stay.  Enjoyed the outside seating and awesome location.  Walked to breakfast at Cafe 106 and highly recommend it.  Great service.  Great food.  Brenda and sisters.  Sante Fe.  Michigan.  (6/21/20)

We love this end room.  Thank you for having us here.  Ludington is one of our favorite places.   The girls are so polite and eager to make our stay comfortable.  Sincerely, Frank and Beverly.  Caledonia MI. (July Holiday, 2020)

Cute, cute motel.  Love the proximity to the beach and all the original features.  Would stay again.  Jen.  7/7/20)

We love it here.  What a great escape for our 21st anniversary.  Your charming and cozy room 7 is more a quaint cottage.  Your welcoming hospitality had lightened our hearts and we look forward to returning again and again.  We love the Ludington area and we love the Blue Spruce Inn.  Many thanks for a great stay.  Melanie and Walter.  Johnsburg, IL (June 25-27-2020)

Charming and cozy.  Love the room and we will be back!  Glen and Billie.  (6/20/200

Lovely setting.  Great stay.  BVN.  (6-26-20)

Enjoyed our stay!  Was very quiet and loved how close it was to downtown.  Raquel and Carl.  (6/21/20)

We had a fabulous weekend.  We felt very welcomed and comfortable and at home.  Thanks so much.  (6/28/20)

Quiet and clean.  Close to the beach and town.  Everything I wanted in a weekend Getaway.  Loved the secret sand dune.  Sue. (6-21-20)

We enjoyed our stay in the sweet, charming room.  Everything was perfect.  We were close to everything.  We had a wonderful time.  We will recommend this place to all of our friends and family.  Thanks Again. Fred and Lori.  (June 8-10)

The Blue Spruce has soothed my heart. The room is beautiful and I was delighted with the hand-embroidered "Blue Spruce" on the pillowcases. Debbie allowed me a late checkout to distress.  I couldn't be more grateful.  I am very pleased with your room and hospitality and I will be back and recommend to others.  Thank you for your hard work.  Aaryn.  Chelgen, MI.

My boyfriend and I were on a much-needed camping trip away from our Brady-style household (5 kids) when a storm threatened our getaway.  We found this gem online and we are in love!  The cottage vibe and vintage charm were everything we needed on this romantic getaway from kids.  Can't wait to come back.  Thanks. Dan and Linsey.  (6/1/20)

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This is a diamond in the rough.  You had so many great reviews that I couldn't resist trying it out.  I am so glad I did.  Everything about it was amazing.  Such wonderful touches that make it cozy and comfy.  The full height mirror outside the bathroom door! Who thinks of that?  But everyone wants to see how they look before going out. The quilts, hand-embroidered pillowcases, fluffy pillows, soft blankets, a real desk, coffee, mints, wood floors, lamp on the desk, cold bottled water and yogurt.  I will be posting on Facebook this afternoon about it.  Thank you so very much.  We'll be back. Joni.  (9/29/19)

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Wonderful hospitality.  The best place to overnight.  Soo comfy.  Colleen.  (10/5/19)

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All of us had a great stay here.  We hope to come back again.  I liked the wood paneling.  We come here about every year on the SS Badger car ferry.  I would recommend this motel to everyone.  (9/29/19)

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Cute place and very friendly.  Thanks for much for the map.  Peg and Kenny. (10/5/19)

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We had a wonderful stay at Blue Spruce.  Thank you for the recommendations around town.  Jayme and I enjoyed Ludington as our first weekend away together. We met last week!  Ha! Ha!  (Jessica and Jayme. (Sept. 28, 19)

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Such a sweet, cozy room.  Spotlessly clean too.  Onto the Badger and the West.  Lorin and Pat.  Marietta, GA. (10-1-19)

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Stayed at the Blue Spruce Inn at the last minute.  Needed two rooms at the last minute and that was exactly what they had left.  Rooms 5 and 6.  Great people that run this place.  Clean!  Super cute.  Will definitely return.  Thanks for a super place to stay.  Mark and Denise.  Caledonia, MI (9/22/19)

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We had a great stay.  The rooms were so clean.  It was very quiet.  Anastasia was also very helpful. Thank you for a great time.  Tom and Arlene,  (9/21/19)

This is my fifth year at the Blue Spruce Inn.  Had a great time with great people.  I'll be back again next year.  Paul.  (9/19)

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Thank you little 16-year-old girl for all the hospitality (don't know your name). You were a pleasure to talk to.  Don't forget to make an American Quilt, another good movie.  Kevin and Barb.  (9/8/19)

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Thank you for everything.  It was perfect for what we needed.  (Sept 10, 2019)

Sparkling clean.  

Knotty pine.  

Crisp white curtains.  

Wooden Rocker.  

Steps to beach.

Up north perfect. 

5 heart perfect.  (9/4/19)

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Fabulous place.  The Blue Spruce on the pillowcases.  And of course, the delightful Muriel.  We will be back.  Will highly recommend.  Steve and Diane. (8/31/19)

Love everything about this place.  Puzzle picture on wall.  Great location.  Comfy and cosy.  Definitely be back.  Ken and Rose.  (9/1/19)

A pleasant surprise.  Very clean.  Wonderful hospitality.  Even offered Hazelnut coffee (a biggy) for me. Definitely want to come back and will come back.  Ken and Pate.  Harrison, MI.  Thank you.  (9-9-19)

Quaint and clean.  A perfect finish to a day that started in Wisconsin.  The ferry ride was fabulous.  It was so nice to check into this motel afterwards.  Tiny place, but not lacking for anything.  Very friendly staff.  So helpful.  Love the Blue spruce stitched on the pillowcases.  Nice touch. Thank you.  Nancy P and Don.  (9/7/19)

A wonderful stay.  We loved it.  Clean, quiet, comfortable with friendly and helpful staff.  Also glad to support family-run businesses like this one.  Will always remember our stay here.  Thank you.  Ramsey and Veronica.  Miami Beach, FL. (9/8/19)

First stay at Blue Spruce.  Nice, quiet room.  Very reasonable.  Allan and Mary.  (9/10/19)

We had an absolutely incredible time.  The room was perfect for us.  We loved it, and everyone was so kind.  We will definitely return to the Blue Spruce Inn when we are in Ludington.  Thank you so much.  Kevin and Barb.  (9/6-7/19)

This quiet and lovely and peaceful spot is pure Michigan!  We just got married.  Thank you.  Mr. and Mrs. T.  (8/23/19)

It is our 16th anniversary and we are headed North.  We stopped in Ludington because we love this town.  Now we love it more because of the Blue Spruce Inn.  Thank you.  You have a nice place.  I'm sure we will be back.  Thank you.  Church and Bobbi. Nunica, MI.  (8/23/19)

Very nice and quiet. Clean and comfortable.  Loved our stay.  Springfield, IL (8/7/19)

Muriel, you were right about the room.  Loved it!  Thank you so much for your kindness. Now I feel able to tackle the future. Dee B. (8/22/19)

Such a cute and cozy room!  Since we were arriving late, you were kind to leave the door open and the key of the desk.  Thank you.  Jan and Jerry. (8/23/19)

Exactly what we needed.  A perfect stay.  Thank you! (8/23/19)

We loved staying here.  The room was very clean and cozy. The bed was perfect.  Staff was very friendly and helpful. We definitely will stay here again. Bill and Carolyn. (8/21/19)

Very homey room.  The people are so pleasant.  NOTE!  The hand-embroidered pillowcases. 😊 Elyse and Katay.  Brighton, MI. (8/15/19)

Sweet place.  Thank You!  Sharon, Sadie and Clair. (8/16/19)Thanks for keeping the light on after a long drive.  Your spot is cosy.  The M's.  (8/12/19)

We had an extra night in Ludington by chance and the Blue Spruce had a room.  My grandparents used to stay here starting 50 years ago and now I can see why.  Such a cosy and clean room.  The perfect place to come after a long day of beach, biking, and hiking.  Dan and Lisa. (8/18/19)

Warm, welcoming and wonderful.  We felt like we were upstairs at grandma's house with the knotty pine and comforter all around.  Great retreat.  B &J.  (Aug 19)

This place is the perfect getaway!  The young lady who cleaned ou room was so sweet and worked hard the whole day. We will be back without a doubt.  Do not change a thing.  Thank you again for a trip to remember.  Kimber and Don. (August 2019)  (special thanks for the cleaning lady!!!!!  Thank you.

A wonderful place.  Wonderful people.  We love the area so we bought a property up here. Dave and Kristie. Kalamazoo MI (8/9/19)

You have the most charming little motel!  So, so, so clean!  You should be very proud of this little gem.  The attention to detail and your guests is worthy of much more than 5 stars.  So I will give you 6! 😊

Julie B (Aug 19, 2019)

Very nice people.  Clean. Friendly.  Be back. 😊 (July 21, 2019)

Sweet place.  Thank you.  Sharon, Sadie, Clair. (8/16/19)

What a gem we've located here in Ludington!  The sights, history, sunset, walk, food (PM Steamers) and the wonderful knotty pined room!! Thank you, Muriel, for your hints.  Just a really nice experience!  Kathleen.  Englewood, OH.  

(PS:  Love the added touches: Coffee, fridge, outside table and chairs, rocking chair. (Mary) (8/14/19)

Loved staying here!  They can have their big hotels.  I like the comforts of home.  Thank you for leaving the lights on for us.  Jeff and Lori (8-5-19) 

The Blue Spruce Inn captures a lost era of American at its best.  Reminds us of the motels that dotted the landscape along Route 66.  Thanks so much. Mike and Ellen. (August 2019)

I agree with the above statement.  Additionally, it was so spotlessly cleaned and cosy with lovely linens and quilt.  I love the black and white tiled bathroom and knotty pine walls.  It reminded me of being in my Mom's house.  The fragrance of bleach in the bath is lovely.  Linda and Peter.  (August 9, 2019) 

Enjoyed our stay in this beautiful room.  Love the quilt. A perfect location, just a short walk to the beach.  Thank you for your hospitality.  Charlie and Karen.  Crystal, MI. (8/19)

We loved this sweet motel.  Brings back so many memories of my childhood days.  So clean and cute.  Thanks so much.  Marla and Al.  Central, IL. (8/8/20)

What a lucky find this place is.  I loved the location, great coffee and mints.  I am on a bicycle tour through WI and the UP and then down to Clarkston, mostly camping so it was nice to stay in a bed.  The hospitality was the best from the generous greeting to the dinner suggestions.  Thank you for a wonderful stay.  Mike.  (Aug 6, 2019)

Thank you for the warm welcome and a comfortable relaxing room.  It was clear that it is important that your guests enjoy their time here and that is a comforting feeling.  The dining and breakfast options were on point.  And thanks for pointing out the view of the sunset.  After driving all day, I may have otherwise forgotten to step out and enjoy it.  Until next time.  Tammy S.  Stryker, OH (8/8/19)

Enjoyed our room as always  Always clean and comfortable.  It is such a great location to walk downtown or to the beach for sunset.  Jamesport Brewery--pecan-crusted perch appetizer.  Wonderful.   Mike and Kristy. Alma, MI (8-11-19) 

Had a very pleasant time for our short stay.  All the staff were kind and helpful.  Enjoyed telling my story and talking with Muriel.  Thank you so much for your inspirational words and my blessing of your book.  God bless you all!

Sharon L Lansing MI (8/8/19)

Our room was so cute.  Beds were comfy.  Slept great, even with the thunderstorms pushing thru.  Muriel was very welcoming.  Mary.  Jackson MI  (8/8/19)

I loved my time in Ludington and a big part of that was meeting Muriel and staying at the Blue Spruce.  Thanks for a lovely time.  See you here again, I'm sure.  Linda M (8/1/19)

We really enjoyed our stay in Ludington (first-time visit) and your quaint and quiet motel.  Had so much fun at Ludington State Park with all their outdoor activities.  Thank you and hope to see you soon!  Mary and Tim. (8/2/19)

Thanks for a very comfortable stay.  The little knotty pine rooms are like stepping back in time.  I'm really glad you are keeping up this motel in its historic form, true Americana!  Ludington is beautiful too.  Many thanks for your hospitality.  Bill A.  Denver, CO. (7/31/19)

The greeting we got here, the warmth of the owners over the phone as we made the reservation and the helpfulness of everyone was heartwarming.  The shower was great. We love the bentwood rocker and the yoghurts and water were very helpful.  Most of all I was charmed by the hand-embroidered blue spruce on each pillowcase.  That is the perfect touch.  Thank you.  Chris and Lezlie.  Maryland.  (Aug 1, 2019)

Thank you for a comfy night's stay here at the Blue Spruce.  Your hospitality upon arriving was appreciated and we really enjoyed the vintage feel of your well-preserved motel.  Enjoy the rest of your summer.  Sonia and Scott.  Shorewood, IL.  (8/3/19) 

Thank you again for a wonderful stay in room 5!!  We so love coming here to enjoy everything.  Take care.  Kristi and Mike.  Alma, MI.  (8/4/19 )

What a wonderful place to gather thoughts.  (July, 2019)

Adorable and comfortable motel.  Great location. (7/25/19)

I can't thank you enough for sharing the mystery spot.  When I got to the dune I said to myself, "Well, she (Muriel) said I'm a strong woman so then I climbed and climbed.  I was in awe.  I spent 4 hours enjoying the view, air, and wildlife.  I saw my first ever porcupine coming down the dune.  Was much fun.  The room was super cozy and comfy.  If I ever come back to Ludington this will be the place I stay!  Thank you!  Elizabeth, Riverside, Ill.  (July 28, 2019)

Perfect lodging for us.  Beachy.  Relaxed.  Laura and Evan. (July, 2019)

We had a great stay!  Friendly owners, great location and very comfortable room.  We hope we can stay here again.  Cheers.  The Gs.  Arlington, VA.  (July 19, 2019)

I grew up in Ludington and return often.  This little gem was a perfect fit for me.  I often travel alone.  The room was clean and adorable.  The bed divine.  Coffee was such a treat!  This is my new favorite place.  Muriel and Debbie, thank you for a wonderful stay, great hospitality, and a beautiful little motel.  Diane.  (July 21-24, 2019)

Ludington never disappoints!  We'll be back.  Mark and Karla.  Rockford, MI. (7/20/19)

Very nice people.  Clean facility. Be back.  😊 (July 21, 2019)

As always a great time with my friend Muriel and this cute, warm friendly inn.  Hope to come back in the future.  (July 21, 2019)

Wonderful experience staying here.  Brings back the old days of living in Michigan and going up North on weekends.  Lake Michigan is a treasure.  Tuscon, AZ. (7/14/19)

Great stay!  Thanks for helping make our stay awesome  Marge, Sandy and Michelle.  (7/19/19)