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Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Muskegon, MI
  • AirportMuskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat

Our classic cottage-style home provides for a vacation of comfort and relaxation. The 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is located in Norton Shores between Muskegon and Grand Haven and surrounded by the breathtaking Lake Michigan.

If you have yet to visit Lake Michigan, prepare to be amazed! The unparalleled views abound and can be admired from almost every room in the house! Our home offers a spacious floor plan, high ceilings, and a plethora of windows making your stay airy and comfortable. Whether you are visiting town on business or pleasure, the location of the home feels private yet close to any desired amenities. The home is located only a few miles from a grocery store, airport, shopping, dining, bars, and much more! Muskegon is known for fishing, sailing regattas, pleasure boating, and more! Whatever your forte, there is truly something for everyone! If you are in need of recommendations on our favorite activities in town, please feel free to reach out with any questions as we would love to assist in making your trip grand.

During your stay, you will have full access to your own private beach. There are 89 steps down to the beach, but the walk down features a few landings with benches and a fire pit. We highly recommend bringing your favorite drink and some 'smores down to the fire pit to watch the sunset over the lake! Both the living room and kitchen offer plenty of seating for a large group to cook and socialize. The kitchen is fully stocked with any necessity you may need. If you are bringing children, the 2 sets of bunk beds are always a hit and there is also extra sleeping space on a sleeper sofa. We can accommodate 4 cars along with ample parking alongside the house and in front of the house.

We are so excited to host you and cannot wait until you see why we adore this property! Please reach out with any questions you may have regarding your stay.

The Space:
Full private home
Washer and dryer
Fully stocked kitchen
Bedroom 1: Queen bed on the upstairs level
Bedroom 2: King bed on the upstairs level
Bedroom 3: Queen bed on the upstairs level
Bedroom 4: 2x twin bunk beds on the upstairs level
Bedroom 5: Queen bed on the downstairs level
Sleeper Sofa in the main living room

Check-In Time: 4pm
Check Out Time: 10am

**Please note that, while internet is available, the speed is limited and we cannot guarantee a fast or steady connection.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Our cancellation policy is as follows:
-100% refund (minus a VRBO service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
-50% refund (minus a VRBO service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
-No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before the reservation date.

There are no refunds for early departures, reduction of nights rented, or delayed arrivals due to inclement weather or any other factor. Please consider trip insurance to protect your investment.

MANAGEMENT

This property is managed locally by BVW Unsalted Vacations Property Management in Holland, MI. We provide professionally laundered linens, bath and beach towels, a starter supply of paper and cleaning products and after hours emergency maintenance services. Contact one of our Escape Artists today and let us help you plan your perfect getaway!

All BVW Unsalted Vacations rentals follow local and state tax rules. Your reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Damage Protection policy. Please note that guests are required to sign a rental agreement after booking.

Property manager

BVW Unsalted Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

202113

About the neighborhood

North America

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min drive
  • Brunch House - 11 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Michigan Retreat located?

Situated on the beach, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Hoffmaster State Park and Lake Michigan. Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Muskegon Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice C., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
We rented the house to accommodate family and friends gathering for a memorial service. The bedrooms were spacious, and the entire house was clean and well-equipped with everything from blankets to beach towels. There were ample spaces to be together or septate. The expansive deck boasted an unbeatable view, and we were even visited by a pair of bald eagles on two separate days. It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House needs some work
Many things need fixing. Maybe they will work on it this winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Michigan Beach House!
The house was amazing, it accommodated 4 families perfectly. All of the furniture and appliances were in good condition, the layout of the house is really neat, it seemed bigger in person than it did in the pictures. The huge deck had plenty of lounge chairs and a great view of lake Michigan. The beach area in front of the house was pretty much private(when we were there at least), we had the beach to ourselves, the house supplied beach toys for the kids. The management company in charge of the property did a good job of communicating leading up to check-in with instructions, wi-fi passwords, door lock keycodes, check-out instructions. Great location, short drives to Downtown Muskegon and Michigan Adventures. All in all a great Michigan vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan Stay in Muskegon
Beautiful and dramatic - well kept. Everything worked out fine for all of us. We had some insects getting in around one of the door frames and the management company sent out pest control to spray. We had no hot water the last day we were there, not sure why.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual family weekend
The house had a great layout and the sleeping arrangements were the best we’ve had renting homes over the past 7 years for our group. The view was as amazing. And the access to the beach was safely navigable. My only recommendation would be to put some more attention on the grounds. Since most of our time was spent outside it was easy to critique. Just needed some upkeep….weeds and lots of pruning and trimming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location!
We had a great stay! This house sits on a gorgeous, quiet, private beach which we enjoyed from sun up until sun down. Yes, there are 80-90 steps to get down to the beach but it didn’t deter us at all. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed, as well. The company was in quick communication with us when we had a question and needed some assistance. For anyone traveling with little ones- We traveled with 3 babies under the age of 2 and I will say the house has way more stairs inside than the photographs lead you to believe. There were 5-ish stairs as soon as you walk inside to get up to the bedroom and bathrooms. There were also 3-4 stairs to get down from the kitchen. These were the full length of the room and impossible to block off. There were 8-ish somewhat steep stairs to get downstairs as well. We did find a baby gate which we were able to use over this set of stairs, but the other steps were the length of the room and unable to be blocked. For people traveling with babies who are just learning to walk and navigate stairs this is important to know! We spent A LOT of our indoor time re-directing babies and trying to keep them from playing on the steps, which we didn’t anticipate. Otherwise, a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Spectacular
This house is amazing. Beautiful beach, easy access from an awesome deck, and all the amenities you need to have a perfect time at the beach. House is close to Grand Haven and Muskegon making it very easy if you want to venture out and visit stores near by. The only recommendation for improvement is the internet which had a low speed and was so spotty that dish network and TV streaming was not really possible. However, cell service was actually decent (for Verizon and AT&T) so despite the internet issues we could still tether the TV and other items to phones without issue. There are instructions and contacts from owner for the internet but we never bothered with it since tethering worked and we were not watching TV much because we were too busy at the BEACH. Stop looking and book, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend Vacation
This house is great for large groups and all ages! The view is amazing and having private access to the beach made the weekend. Exceeded all of our expectations, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break
Very nice property. Everything was as described. Plenty of room for everyone. Wonderful view and deck area to the beach. By far our favorite part.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Spot!
The beach here is great, it's very sandy & kids can venture out pretty far before the water gets deep. The views from the deck are pretty nice too, especially at sunset. This property has plenty of space for large groups, our family of 11 never felt crammed on top of each other. The bunk bed room is great for kids. This home has so much more potential. The newer flooring & paint go a long way, but the interior is dated in some areas. A bit more space around the fire pit area would be great too. Overall, a nice property for anyone looking for a beach getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard D., Pittsford, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot!
This property is well-maintained, exactly as advertised, and hassle-free. The view from the house is breathtaking. The sandy beach and water are kid-friendly with a long slope to deep water as well as sandbars. Excellent swimming. The 85 steps up from the beach are broken up by several landings and presented no problems even for grandparents. There were no beach towels when we arrived, but they were very quickly provided along with an apology when we emailed to ask about them. Very responsive hosts. We hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multiple Family Trip
The private lake, large windows for a view and location close for food/groceries were wonderful! We did not have hardly any internet connection making it very complicated for phone calls, working at the property or allowing the children to use their tablets. We tried to get this resolved but never got responses from Unsalted Vacations management team during our stay. The home itself has a great layout for groups! The back patio view is stunning. We loved the private beach even with all the stairs leading down. We really enjoyed the home other than the internet making it difficult for us. I do believe the owners should invest in proper blackout curtains for the rooms facing the lake to make putting kids to bed early a lot easier. I also think it would be nice if the downstairs area had a second couch for more seating. Great home. Terrible internet. That was our experience June 2022.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach House
Great property with amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
My son was married at this property. Just the parent’s and our young newlyweds. Beautiful views and we enjoyed our celebration so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021