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TheOlde Mill Innof Clarkston South
Aerial view of Olde Mill Inn of Clarkston along the shoreline of Van Norman Lake

Lakefront lodging in Clarkston, Michigan

Stay on the Lake. Minutes from Pine Knob.

Enjoy a relaxed Clarkston stay with comfortable rooms, complimentary kayaks and pedal boats, waterfront spaces, and convenient access to concerts, skiing, dining and local attractions.

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Lakefront Setting
≈5 Miles from Pine Knob
Complimentary Kayaks
Complimentary Pedal Boats
Parking Available
Selected Kitchenettes

A Different Kind of Clarkston Stay

Olde Mill Inn of Clarkston combines the character and value of an independent inn with a setting nearby chain hotels cannot offer. Stay beside Van Norman Lake, relax near the covered waterfront patio, and enjoy convenient access to Pine Knob, nearby ski areas, local dining and shopping.

Lakefront Rooms

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The Premium Queen at Olde Mill Inn of ClarkstonLakefront

Premium Queen

A lakefront room with a queen bed and rustic log furniture, set right by the water. Includes a kitchenette, dual-burner stovetop and a wall-mounted electric fireplace.

Queen bed Sleeps 2 Lakefront
The Premium Lakefront Room with Two Full Beds at Olde Mill Inn of ClarkstonLakefront

Premium Lakefront Room with Two Full Beds

A lakefront room with two full-size beds and rustic log furniture — room to spread out by the water. Includes a kitchenette, dual-burner stovetop and a wall-mounted electric fireplace.

Two full beds Sleeps 4 Lakefront
The Presidential Honeymoon Suite at Olde Mill Inn of ClarkstonLakefront

Presidential Honeymoon Suite

Our most accommodating lakefront suite, filled with rustic log furniture. Features a full kitchen, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a large-screen TV above a fireplace.

Sleeps 4 Lakefront

Off-Water Rooms

The Standard Full at Olde Mill Inn of ClarkstonOff-Water

Standard Full

An off-water room with a full-size bed and warm rustic log furniture — a comfortable, practical base for your Clarkston stay, with access to the lake and kayaks.

Full bed Sleeps 2 Off-water
The Deluxe Queen at Olde Mill Inn of ClarkstonOff-Water

Deluxe Queen

An off-water room with a queen bed and rustic log furniture, featuring a wall-mounted electric fireplace and a kitchenette. Includes lake access and kayaks.

Queen bed Sleeps 2 Off-water
Covered lakeside deck with log chairs overlooking the water at Olde Mill Inn of Clarkston
Waterfront Living

More Than a Room

Step outside and enjoy the lakefront setting that makes Olde Mill Inn distinctive. Registered guests can relax beside the water, use complimentary kayaks and pedal boats, or spend time near the covered lakefront patio and outdoor areas.

  • Covered lakefront patio

    A shaded space to enjoy morning coffee or an evening by the water.

  • Kayaks & pedal boats

    Complimentary for registered guests, subject to season, weather, safety conditions and availability.

Explore the lakefront

Going to Pine Knob? Stay Approximately Five Miles Away.

Make Olde Mill Inn your Clarkston home base for concerts, skiing and seasonal events. Return after your outing to a quieter lakefront setting instead of a conventional highway hotel.

Plan Your Pine Knob Stay

≈5

miles to Pine Knob

Pine Knob Music Theatre & Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort are both about five miles away.

Explore the Area

Pine Knob Music Theatre

5 mi

Michigan's landmark outdoor amphitheater. Make the inn your relaxed lakefront home base for concert nights.

Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort

5 mi

Downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing just minutes from the inn.

Alpine Valley Ski Resort

8 mi

A second nearby ski area with runs for a range of abilities.

Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort

12 mi

Family-friendly slopes a short drive north.

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Michigan's largest indoor outlet mall, with shopping, dining and entertainment.

Downtown Clarkston

A walkable historic downtown with local dining, shops and community events.

Independent, Local and Welcoming

Olde Mill Inn is a family-operated property offering a relaxed stay for overnight visits, weekend getaways and longer stays. The rooms combine warm rustic details with practical amenities for a comfortable visit.

Your Clarkston Lakefront Stay Starts Here