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Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck

Just a few steps from our neighborhood beach! Surround yourself with nature and enjoy stunning views from our luxurious 3-bedroom house that sits right on Lake Michigan. Set in a prime location, the house is tucked away in a private community close to restaurants and shopping. Gather around the beautiful fire pit and watch breathtaking sunsets from the furnished wooden patio. Great trails, beaches, and exploring around!

• Beautiful Beach Shared with Neighbors
• Adjacent to Harbor Park w/ Trails, and Lake Access
• Muskegon Country Club Golf Course - < 1.5 mi
• Stunning Views of Lake Michigan
• Furnished Porch + Convivial Fire Pit

Welcome to our outstanding 1480 sq. ft lakefront house. Here we've got you covered with all the amenities that you need & more!

• 3 Bedrooms
Master Ensuite: queen bed, smart TV, patio access, ensuite bathroom w/ shower
Kids Room: corner 4 bunk beds, desk, smart TV, games, sofa
Queen Bedroom: queen bed, wall closet, comfy chair
• 2 Bathrooms: 1 ensuite w/ bathtub, 1 full bathroom + 1 outdoor shower

• Living Area: smart TV, dining table, fireplace, sliding patio doors
• Open Kitchen: fully equipped + coffee maker
• Furnished Deck: outdoor fire pit, BBQ grill, Adirondack chairs + stairs to access the beach
• Laundry Room: in-suite washer/dryer, extra fridge, beach toys (basement)


LOCAL FAVOURITES

Food and Drink

• Hearthstone Bistro: great atmosphere, excellent food & elegant catering - 5.5 mi
• Brunch House: a tasty breakfast option. Their pumpkin pecan pancake is a must-try! - 3.8 mi
• Pints & Quarts: a cozy wooden pub with a variety of delicious cocktails and beers. Family-friendly - 5.1 mi

Outdoor Activities

• Muskegon Lakeshore Trail: enjoy scenic views while hiking, running, or cycling - 3.2 mi
• Pere Marquette Park Beach: a beautiful sand beach located in a 27.5-acre park - 2.3 mi
• Harbour Towne Beach: a small beach on Muskegon lake. Perfect for a family picnic or a quiet swim - 3.1 mi

Things to Do

• Muskegon Farmers Market: shop fresh and local products at one of the largest farmers markets in Michigan - 5.6 mi
• Lake Express Ferry Terminal: take a fast ferry shortcut and plan a lovely day trip to Milwaukee - 3.1 mi
• USS Silversides: a submarine museum with interesting exhibits from WWII - 2.7 mi

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
• You can park up to 3 cars in the driveway (no garage access for parking)
• Pets can be accommodated upon request for $287.50/stay for 1 dog
• For the safety and security of our guests, two outdoor surveillance cameras pointing at the driveway and backyard are installed on the property.
• Instructions for using the fireplace are provided at the property for your convenience.
• Please note that this home may not be the best fit for guests with reduced mobility, as it features stairs both inside and outside, as well as access to the lake via stairs.
• Please note that to provide host and guest liability and damage protection, you will receive a secure link upon booking to complete a virtual check-in through a guest portal. A pre-authorization of 500 USD will be held on your credit card 7 days ahead of check-in, through to check-out.

Property manager

Michigan Waterfront Luxury Properties

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

5831-14632

About the neighborhood

Map
Norton Shores, MI

What's nearby

  • Muskegon Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • USS Silversides - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 14 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck BBQ & Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brunch House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pints & Quarts Pub & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Norton Shores vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Norman F. Kruse Park and Lake Michigan. Muskegon Beach and Beachwood Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Gorgeous Beach! Lakefront + Wooden Deck Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeshore bliss
The sunset views were perfect! The private beach was just that save for a handful of other dog walkers throughout the entire week. Our 2 1/2 year old lab spent many hours chasing sticks in the water and sniffing out secrets of the beach. My husband explored nearby fishing spots and caught a few perch! Just a note - be sure to bring any pantry staples (spices, sugar, salt, flour,...) as there were no "leftovers" from previous visitors. It was a wonderful respite from the crazy times we are living in.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
We really enjoyed the location and the various wildlife found in the area. There are a few items that need fixed; such as broken sliding door lock and sliding screen door. Otherwise we loved the quiet surroundings and view of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing
Spent as much time on the deck and beach as possible. Outdoor shower was a great bonus to wash the sand off our dog.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach House
This was a sisters vacation. We loved seeing and hearing the lake from the house. Some evenings, there were beautiful sunsets. It’s in a secluded location but close to other public beaches, restaurants and shopping. Lots of deer live in the area along with wild turkeys. The lack of AC wasn’t an issue for us. The outside temps were comfortable. The one day it was a bit hot, we closed the blinds on patio door and windows by dining room while we were gone. It made a big difference. The rocking chairs on the deck were great! Perfect spot for coffee or a glass of wine. Beds were very comfortable. The two bathrooms in the house were clean. The third bathroom is only an outdoor shower. The ice maker didn’t work and neither fridge had ice trays. I asked the owner about this and the next day she dropped off some ice trays and a great gift bag filled with lots of goodies. There was an odor that smelled like insecticide or bug spray. Cleaners may have sprayed something before leaving. Please note there’s a loose board on the walkway to the beach stairs. If you’re an older person (which we are) the stairs from basement up to main floor and stairs down to the beach are a little challenging.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin S., Timonium Md

Nice place
Just a few suggestions. When we got there the floors in the bedrooms were still dirty(sand which we understood but there was just a lot and dog fur on both carpet in living room and bedrooms). We went to use the grill and had to clean and fix to use but it was wonderful to have and have a backup of gas to it. There was some loose boards on the walk way to the lake which were a tripping hazard with the grass over it so hard to see them. The tall drinking glasses were cracked and leaked. Maybe a few more cereal size bowls. There were enough bath towels but only two hand towels maybe a few more of those. The window in the eating area had to be opened with pliers that were left there we figured to use to open the window. A lot of the electrical outlets in the main living area on the outside wall didn’t work. Not the main bedroom but the other two would be nice to have window coverings on instead of no coverings.But with that said what a beautiful view, the deck was excellent with a big table, fire pit and chairs. The beach was great. Being so close to everything but being in the woods like your in a private place. We definitely would stay again. Hoping that the suggestion would be looked at.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie B., Ada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location on the Lake
The location is 10/10. The deck and stairs to the beach make this a perfect place to get to the lake, watch the sunset and enjoy Lake MI. The outdoor shower is a great feature. The kitchen is nice. 2 fridges is helpful as well. The only "con" has been mentioned by others: No AC with very few windows that opened and/or had screens. We knew this before booking and brought fans with us. But the home is older and many windows don't open or have screens. That made it difficult to circulate cooler air and take advantage of the breezes off the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded family get away
Stayed at the properly in June 2024. Lots of good points about this spot. It has direct access to a rather private beach. The house is clean and quiet with a well equipped kitchen. The porch out back has a fire pit and big gas grill. The basement has a washer and driver and a second full size fridge. Note it is more than 2 stories of stairs to the beach. Beach has plenty of space to relax and play with very few people around and great sand. The house has no AC which most days would be no issue with the lake breeze but our stay included an unseasonable warm heat wave. The days were a bit rough but the nights cooled off and we could keep the doors open and listen to the waves on the beach below. We had minor maintenance issues with a sink and one window was missing a screen on the very hot days. The polite owners addressed both very quickly. The internet service is blazing fast too. Several great restaurants nearby. Try Cherokee for breakfast and Dockers for dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan Getaway
The property was great, even better than the pictures. We enjoyed our stay and the local restaurants and breweries. Our dog loved the beach and swam every day. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Muskegon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable quiet location
We enjoyed our stay at the house, it was very clean and in good condition. The only disappointing thing was that the listing said the master bedroom had a king bed. One of the earlier reviews said it didn't. So I called to verify and was told it did indeed have a king size bed. Well it didn't, it only had a queen size bed. Other than that, it's a great home with a great location/view of the lake. It's also close to lots of places to eat, shop, and just visit. We would stay here again if we are ever in this area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jakob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
August Review 2023
Pros: - private beach -decent price, looks like this will increase next year though. -House had almost everything we needed in terms of grill, utensils, plates etc. Cons: - listing was inaccurate, master bedroom had a full size bed and not a king - NO AIR CONDITIONING, this should have been the first thing in the description. There was fans, but it was very difficult to sleep and be inside when it was so hot. - Broken furniture that wasn’t addressed, luckily we found additional seats in the garage. - We had to reach out to get the door code, wifi, etc. would have been nice to have all that before we arrived. - Outdoor shower didn’t work for us, there was no pressure. In short, it was a fun place and we enjoyed our vacation. Just wasn’t what we originally thought based off tue description.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Beach is awesome and close to everything in Muskegon. House was great, but would have liked to ahead of time that it doesn’t have air conditioning. Fam had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUMMER B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
We had a wonderful time at Idlewild! The house was very clean, plenty of room for our group of eight, but the main attraction was the private beach! The views and location were unbeatable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ahhhh, Summer on Lake Michigan!
We loved the beautiful view of Lake Michigan, and to be able to walk to the private beach - amazing! The house is well appointed - we cooked most nights and had everything we needed, including use of the gas grill. Lots of towels were provided - very appreciated! Beds were comfortable - we all slept well. I was surprised that such a modern house didn't have a/c, but plenty of fans were provided, and after the storm came through the first night we were there (which was so cool to see come in over the lake) it was cool enough that we didn't really miss the a/c. Lots of fun stuff to do nearby, too. Thanks for a delightful vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Relaxing Getaway
From the moment we drove up to the house, it was like we were the only people around. The house was beautiful. My compliments to the interior designer. Having a private beach was absolutely the best. We hated to leave but looking forward to booking this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michael D.

Family vacation
The location is amazing and access to the private beach is worth everything. Being able to sit down with a cup of coffee and enjoy Lake Michigan was great. We did have a couple of issues during our stay with broken furniture and cleaning. The owners were responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful lakefront home in Norton Shores! The space was very clean and comfortable. The views of Lake Michigan are amazing. Our family slept really well and had easy access to the beach, surrounding parks and enjoyed the nightly sunset views. The kitchen was well appointed - we cook at every meal - they didn't have a chef's knife/knife set or a pizza cutter. Almost everything about the property description was accurate - except: there is a queen size in the master bedroom not a king size bed. We were disappointed because we were anticipating a king size bed. Also, there is not a third bathroom - there are only 2 full bathrooms. These are arguably major items to misrepresent if the guests are expecting a larger bed and a 3rd bathroom. One last thing to mention is that we enjoyed the small neighborhood setting surrounding this home - only about a dozen homes on the street and it was very private, quiet and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023