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P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park, near Lake Michigan

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Always Philo in Muskegon, Mi offers a stylish 3-bedroom retreat with a large fenced-in backyard and patio perfect for grilling and gathering around the fire pit. Dog owners will love being just down the road from Krusse Dog park. With Pier Marquette Beach on Lake Michigan within walking distance, you can easily enjoy kiteboarding, swimming or simply take in the views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81425 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan

Relax Year-Round at This Clean, Well-Equipped Muskegon Home Near Lake Michigan

Welcome to your comfortable Muskegon getaway, just one mile from Lake Michigan and close to downtown. This clean, well-equipped 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is thoughtfully stocked and designed for easy, enjoyable stays—whether you’re visiting for a beach trip, fishing tournament, family gathering, or a quiet winter weekend.

Guests love how comfortable the beds are, how well supplied the home is with everyday essentials, and how easy it feels to settle in from the moment they arrive.

What You’ll Love About This Home

Great Coffee Bar
Start your mornings in the cozy kitchen nook with a fresh cup before heading out to explore.

Large Fenced Backyard & Patio
Plenty of room to relax, dine outdoors, or let kids and dogs play safely.

Pet-Friendly
Dogs welcome (up to two). The fenced yard and nearby walking spots make traveling with pets easy.

Grilling Area & Fire Pit
Perfect for outdoor meals and evenings gathered around the fire.

Fully Equipped Kitchen
Stocked with cookware, bakeware, spices, and extras guests often forget.

Smart TV, Wi-Fi & Workspace
Stream your favorite shows or catch up on work at the dedicated desk.

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements

Main Level Bedrooms (2): Queen beds with plush memory-foam mattresses

Lower Level Bedroom: Two queen beds and a cozy sitting area—great for teens or extra guests

Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa and 50” Smart TV

Two Full Bathrooms for convenience with groups

Nearby Attractions & Easy Access

Pier Marquette Beach – about 1 mile

Downtown Muskegon – about 3 miles

Muskegon Winter Sports Complex – skiing, skating, and luge

Dune Harbor Park & Nature Trails

Grand Trunk Boat Launch & Marina – easy access for boaters and anglers

Michigan’s Adventure – about 22 minutes

Lake Express Ferry Terminal

Kruse Dog Park nearby

Ample driveway space makes this home especially convenient for guests traveling with boats or outdoor gear.

Perfect in Every Season

From summer beach days and fall fishing tournaments to cozy winter weekends and holiday gatherings, this Philo home offers comfort, space, and the amenities guests appreciate most. Warm up by the fire pit, explore nearby trails, or enjoy long days on the lake—this home is designed for year-round Muskegon stays.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,425 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Place your used towels on the kitchen floor
If you brought your fur baby please check the yard for his poo and pick it up and throw it away
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Parties or Events Allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: I dog - No cats allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Always Philo Ave Muskegon MI House
Always Philo Ave House
Always Philo Ave Muskegon MI
Always Philo Ave
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Muskegon
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Private vacation home
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Private vacation home Muskegon

About the neighborhood

Located in Lakeside, a neighborhood in Muskegon, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Michigan's Adventure is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Beachwood Park and USS Silversides. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Muskegon travel guide
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What's nearby

  • We run for the sunset like there won’t be one tomorrow.
    Norman F. Kruse Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • lighthouse at sunset
    Muskegon Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lakeshore Bike Trail
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Beachwood Park
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ALDI
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Sandbar
    6 min drive
  • El Cabos
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan located?

This family-friendly Muskegon vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Norman F. Kruse Park and Muskegon Beach. Lake Michigan is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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P- Clean, Well-Equipped Home w/ Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Near Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly back yard and great park down the street. Well stocked kitchen, loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Perfect location and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing weekend

Stayed here during a High School fishing tournament. Adequate room for 2 boats. Everything was great and clean. Comfortable beds. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained home and yard. So many options for sitting inside and outside. Great fenced in backyard. Appreciated the spices and condiments for cooking. Comfortable beds. Quiet neighborhood. Excellent choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and clean!

The house is absolutely adorable. It was very clean and had everything we needed...and then some!! We all enjoyed our stay and felt at home here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We always enjoy our stays in Brenda’s properties. The homes are beautifully decorated and so clean. Brenda is quick to respond any time we have a question! We would highly recommend her properties!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home, amazing host, top tier place

Outstanding host, a beautiful home in a great location. The host is quick to respond, kind, and really thinks of everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I would 100% book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place!

We had never been to Michigan before. This home was super clean and cute! The host had it stocked up for us and she made our stay so easy and pleasant. It was very close to the beach and downtown restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Hemlock MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

Great place! Clean, comfortable! Owner is awesome and communicates well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice place

Property Manager was help and keep us notified. Enjoyed the stay. Hassle free and very clean and nice place. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mueskegon Escape

Very clean, quiet, and charming. I enjoyed the quiet and having everything available that we could possibly need (even spare readers, thank you!!!) for a weekend of R&R. Dogs LOVED the fenced yard to run free and the host was very responsive. I would stay here again if returning to the area. Just a lovely and peaceful stay, Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quick trip away

The house was perfect. Brenda has thought of everything you could possibility need while away from home! The house and backyard were beautiful. It was only a mile from the beach which was great for kids and dogs and there was a park just down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice House

Nice size of the yard, the look of the rooms are all nice, beds, kitchen stuff, TV everything. One issue is the rear steps. Really nice vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Every need anticipated. Impeccable!

The house is just about perfect. Our dog loved the dedicated dog blankets. Beds were all very comfy. The design: modern, warm, cheery. Our dog (and all of us) loved the front and back yards.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicely decorated and well stocked with all we needed!

The house and yard are very nice! Great fenced in yard for our dog. Only having one bathroom is the only downside. We had five people in the house and we made it work. Loved how the house was decorated! Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation House

The whole process was very easy. Brenda was responsive and helpful! The house was very kid friendly with board games, books, etc. and really made our kids feel at home. Also, there are tons of playgrounds near this house so there was always a new place to check out. Overall, the house w!s a joy to stay at!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bike Time

We are hoping to come back next year. The house was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for our family

Beautifully decorated older 3BR house. We loved the layout and the fenced in yard for our dog. The owner has thought of everything one might need for a short stay. The house had comfortable beds and up to date appliances. Good location—our only negative was that we were hoping we could walk to the beach but it was a little too far so we drove. Otherwise, a nice relaxing few days and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

The property was wonderful - so clean, very tastefully decorated, plenty of space. The host really went the extra mile thinking of everything we might need. The patio and yard were wonderful for eating outdoors and letting the dogs run. (The property is very dog friendly.) Just a short drive to the beach. Could not recommend this property more!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Collin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We were highly impressed by the cleanliness of this house and overall amenities offered. We are a family of 4 who brought our maltipoo along on a memorable vacation. The house was very well taken care of, offered many things to make your stay more comfortable (extra blankets, everything you could need in the kitchen, extra toiletries should you have forgotten anything, etc.). While we are out of the pack-and-play stage I greatly appreciated seeing one with sheets, etc. Kid friendly dishes, bowls and cups also offered were a pleasant surprise. The location served us very well too. Kruse Park (dog friendly beach) is less than 5 minutes away and was phenomenal - clean, beautiful and much less crowded than the other beaches. We also took day trips to other towns making this location very convenient as well. On a rainy day we took in the children's museum which was a hit for our 2nd grader and preschooler. Note: Two beach chairs were available for us to use as well as a new washer and dryer. When reviewing prior reviews, these are mentioned as suggestions, so I'm happy to share they are now offered. Both made our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place we have ever stayed at, very well stocked with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely maintained, clean, and the host has everything prepared. A great option for traveling with kids and dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again

The house was clean and had a lot of natural light. The supplies were very well organized and labeled. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay!!!!Very clean house, well equipped with daily essentials, comfortable beds, very nice (fenced in) backyard, and great communication with Brenda! Only a few minutes to Lake Michigan!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

We had a wonderful stay! Beds were comfortable, lots of “extras” (coffee pods, beach towels, games etc), great outdoor area, quick drive to the beach and the host was so friendly and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025