Sunset Bluff Resort

Although we did not stay at this charming lakeside resort, We rented canoes and kayaks from them. This is our second year in a row doing so and we couldn't be more pleased with both the service and quality of equipment. Frank is a joy to be around and is very kind and patient.

The lake is beautiful and easily navigable. Each vessel is $10 per hour to rent and can be paid for by cash or credit card (if you choose to pay by credit card, there is a 3% transaction fee).

We fully plan on returning next year to rent kayaks and canoes for the family again :-)

I have been coming here for 30 years. Sunset Bluff is like home to me. This is the best family vacation getaway I could ask for. Pool, playground, fishing, boats, canoes, shuffleboard. Thank you Sunset Bluff!

This is your quite cozy northern Michigan resort. This is strictly my opinion and review of the property.
The cons...
1-no on-site laundry. This is convenient when staying for 7 days and having kids, we did a beach day, and it would have been nice to wash towels.
2- Map of property is outdated, there is no beach area on Hamlim Lake like described in the map of the property. You can swim only at the pool, which is stated it's heated, but jumping in will tell you otherwise.
3- according to the website, they will drive you up and drop you off in the river to kyak or canoe down the river. We were told that we should not do that on arrival.
4- On the website, it's stated you have a lake view from A frame, we didn't have a lake view from ours
5- 5% fee added to credit cards, cmon very inconvenient.
The pros
1- There is plenty of area to fish from the shore, we caught lots of fish shore fishing including some big pike and bass
2- it's quite and very friendly, close to everything and staff is friendly
3- No TV and Internet is great for the kids to actually go outside.
4- plenty of boats to rent,
5- well maintained pool.
6- The best views and sunsets 🌇

Friendly staff made us feel very welcome and had helpful suggestions for food and fun nearby. Very accommodating, and beautiful, serene setting. Lots of activities to enjoy with the family/the pool, shuffleboard, campfires on the shore and kayaks were some family favorites. Surrounded by all sorts of birds, and lots of chances to unplug and enjoy nature. The cabins were great, fully stocked with all basic needs, and then some, and our experience was delightful, especially our daily check in visits from Frank & his good buddyTucker. Would recommend whole heartedly to anyone looking for a great place to relax. Oh, and catching the sunsets in the adirondacks down on the shore is a must.

We haven't stayed here, but recently visited the property and were very impressed with the property manager's (Frank) courtesy, worked there many years. He dropped what he was doing and gave us an extensive tour and history of the property. We'd definitely come back next year for a canoe trip and would consider the place for a family get away. Keep in mind this place is a bit off the grid, no TV or wifi in the rental units. Many options on quarters that will suit various party sizes.

Nice and clean cozy cottages. They will give you the old school experience of your grandparents cabin. Beautiful view from the A Frame we rented for our 21st wedding anniversary. We definitely plan on coming back!

Overall our experience was very pleasant.
We stayed in the Sunset Cabin near the office.
The cabin itself is rather dark inside, especially the downstairs bedroom.
The largest beds were full size and at least a queen size would have made two person sleeping much more comfortable (kind of important for enjoying a vacation.) The bottom sheets elastic was worn and I kept waking up (nightly from discomfort) and found myself laying on top of the mattress.
Other than that, we had a great time.