Excellent place for a vacation. Short walk to the beach on nice trails. They had me at the coffee! Great for a family!

We absolutely loved staying here! We came for the beach but also fell in love with the house. We will absolutely be coming back for another stay. Less than 20min from Grand Haven beach to play the day away and hang out for the singing fountain after sunset. Less than 20 min from the Muskegon high speed ferry when it was time to head back to Minnesota. The short walk to P J Hoffmaster beach from the house was difficult because of beach erosion the last couple years making the climb up and down very steep but it was still definitely worth the effort! Only negatives were we wish there was more seating to eat together with everyone and a couple people in our group thought there was a strong musty smell but the rest of us couldn’t smell it.

Visit was in late October. I never received check in info, I had to call for it. Upon arrival the property was poorly managed, lots of overgrowth, looked like no one had been there in years. Upon entry, stuck by a very old smell, mildew or old water damage, not sure but it was strong, even with air unifiers throughout the house. House was clean, and inside was as pictured. Wonderful location with neighborhood trail to beach and very close to Grand haven and other hiking activities.

We really enjoyed our stay at your house! Quiet, peaceful & a lovely area for walking, which includes the trails and the walk to the beach. Also, the issue with the washing machine was handled swiftly. Thanks for the pleasant stay!

The beach is really nice

The good- the owner was responsive and reports that she is looking into the issue The access is fantastic to the state park The bad- There is something going on with the air quality. Within 12 hours, my adult daughter was in the midst of a respiratory allergic attack- swollen nasal passages, painfully. She also started to feel unwell, foggy, fatigued. By the second day, I was feeling it too, fatigue, fogginess. The third day, we opened all of the window and we all felt better. That night, rain came in with humidity increase. We kicked up the air conditioner but 3 of us felt terrible, my husband slept for 12 hours and still felt terrible. The humidity was causing water drops on the vents and the floor in the breezeway was soaking wet. We ended up leaving that 4th day and asked for a partial refund which was provided. I am not sure what is going on and hope that the owner will work to correct whatever the problem is. I am bummed out that the vacation we planned for a year had to be cut short and we didn't feel well for the majority of the time we were there.

Very easy

Very easy

The property was great! It was clean and comfy! We enjoyed the private backyard and the bikes in the garage! Also the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The short trail to the beach was amazing too! However the time we went the beach smelled of dead fish. But overall everything was just great!

Nice house in a quiet neighborhood and close to all the Muskegon and Grand Haven activities. Getting to the beach is easy but a workout if you're carrying a lot of stuff! House had everything we needed. The only suggestion would be privacy curtains in bedrooms. Would recommend for anyone looking for a nice family getaway.

I have not reviewed our stay (June 2) until now because I thought the owners were not aware of the state of the property. I wanted to give them time to follow up on our discussion. But after 6 weeks, I feel it is necessary to warn other families of this property. It was run down with a very musty (possibly mold?) smell. The doors did not lock the home. The roof indicated it had possibly leaked and the gutters were very full. It had air purifiers in every room with strict instructions to leave them on at all times. The refrigerator leaked and the water purifier at the kitchen sink did not work. The yard was overgrown and the grill was extremely dirty. It did have a lovely picnic table in the porch and a nice outdoor fire pit. I contacted the owner who appeared unaware of the condition of the property. She said she would address the issues right away. We also needed a refund since one of our family members was unable to attend. (The extra person fee had already been paid.) The owner agreed to provide a refund for the family member and for our inability to use the grill. I allowed several weeks for this refund. One day I received an email from the trip insurance that a claim for stealing the duvet cover and pillow shams had been filed. (We did not take anything from the home, in fact I washed and folded them. I put them on the dresser with a note that they were clean.) I called the owner about the insurance claim and her husband said, "If it does not affect you monetarily, I do not see how this is your concern." I told him it was morally wrong. I emailed the insurance company the pictures we took of the house as we left and the duvet cover/pillow cases were clearly in the picture. I also contacted VRBO to ask for help with this. I checked my account and only a portion of the refund had been sent. VRBO stated they would contact the owner and assist with this matter, but the next day I received an email that they had closed the case. I have called/emailed VRBO, but received no response. I have never received the remainder of my refund or any other communication with VRBO, the insurance company or the owner. Not only did we have these issues, the bigger issue was that we were not able to enjoy our week as a family. My children are grown, with families of their own and live in various states. Many of them could not stay the entire week due to the air quality in the home. I just felt obligated to warn other families of this property and owner.

We loved this place. The neighborhood was so quiet and friendly. We loved the access to the beach too. Lots of space to spread out. We enjoyed as a home base while we checked out Muskegon, Grand Haven and Holland. So relaxing with lots of places to visit.

The location of this property was great! 5-10 minute walk to lake Michigan and 15 minute drive to the state park. This was a great place to stay with kids! There was a nice fire pit in the back of the house. We enjoyed whippi dip ice cream down the street. We definitely come back some day!

The location of this property was great! 5-10 minute walk to lake Michigan and 15 minute drive to the state park. This was a great place to stay with kids! There was a nice fire pit in the back of the house. We enjoyed whippi dip ice cream down the street. We definitely come back some day!

Great spot - lots of hiking and beach opportunities. Sunsets were fabulous, house has a great layout with lots of spaces to hang out.

Great spot - lots of hiking and beach opportunities. Sunsets were fabulous, house has a great layout with lots of spaces to hang out.

Great

Wonderful hiking opportunities right outside the door! The lake is close by, and the backyard is a beautiful natural oasis. There are lots of special spots on the property that aren’t explicitly mentioned in the discriprion. For example, 1 car garage with bikes, skateboards, balls, beach chairs; a hang out room off of the garage with a double futon, foos ball table, car track; back and front screened in porches; game room w tv, pull out couch in main living area; beautiful natural light in main living/kitchen area; well-supplied kitchen; quiet, dead-end street. The owners were responsive and helpful. We had no issues at all with our multi-age family and 2 dogs. Doordash worked well, convenience stores were close by and restaurants/shopping were not far.

Wonderful hiking opportunities right outside the door! The lake is close by, and the backyard is a beautiful natural oasis. There are lots of special spots on the property that aren’t explicitly mentioned in the discriprion. For example, 1 car garage with bikes, skateboards, balls, beach chairs; a hang out room off of the garage with a double futon, foos ball table, car track; back and front screened in porches; game room w tv, pull out couch in main living area; beautiful natural light in main living/kitchen area; well-supplied kitchen; quiet, dead-end street. The owners were responsive and helpful. We had no issues at all with our multi-age family and 2 dogs. Doordash worked well, convenience stores were close by and restaurants/shopping were not far.

This home is in a beautiful neighborhood just a few steps from Lake Michigan and P.Hoffmaster state park. It has a lively park-like back yard that leads to the state park. House was large enough for 6 adults and 3 children under the age of 10.

This home is in a beautiful neighborhood just a few steps from Lake Michigan and P.Hoffmaster state park. It has a lively park-like back yard that leads to the state park. House was large enough for 6 adults and 3 children under the age of 10.

Great Weekend

Great Weekend

Very clean and well maintained inside - however yard could have used some cleanup and maintenance. Very nice quiet neighborhood. The beach is a quarter mile or so via the street, through the woods and a paved trail which leads to a small dune overlooking Lake Michigan - which was our favorite spot and the entire reason we rented. We wanted to be as close to the water as possible and although we could not see water from the house, the walk was short and the beach was fantastic.

Very clean and well maintained inside - however yard could have used some cleanup and maintenance. Very nice quiet neighborhood. The beach is a quarter mile or so via the street, through the woods and a paved trail which leads to a small dune overlooking Lake Michigan - which was our favorite spot and the entire reason we rented. We wanted to be as close to the water as possible and although we could not see water from the house, the walk was short and the beach was fantastic.

We had a great time with the family and location is awesome

This was a nice cozy home for a weekend girls trip. While we didn't use it, the kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. (No complimentary coffee bar, so bring your own) I would not attempt the backyard trail. You will find a better route in the renters guide binder. I'm not opposed to revisiting this location, but some minor improvements would be welcomed. 🙂

This was a nice cozy home for a weekend girls trip. While we didn't use it, the kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. (No complimentary coffee bar, so bring your own) I would not attempt the backyard trail. You will find a better route in the renters guide binder. I'm not opposed to revisiting this location, but some minor improvements would be welcomed. 🙂

The cottage is exactly as described in the listing. It is peaceful, scenic and proximal to an absolutely beautiful Lake Michigan beach. The walk isn't long. Definitely take the path from the cul-de-sac, not from the back of the property. The sand dune before the beach is huge but if you take the fork to the right it is longer but avoids the dune. You'll have to carry anything you want on your back. The house is roomy for 8 people and the kitchen has most of what you need. The only thing we forgot but needed was pan spray. There is a Meijer and Target about 10 min away for the items you find you need. The sheets and beds are comfy and there are air purifiers/fans in every room. Plenty of towels. Laundry detergent, dish soap, sponges, general cleaner, trash bags were all available. As mentioned in other reviews the grill is in poor shape but we were able to get a few burners going. Toast and Jams is a must go breakfast/lunch stop. Downtown Muskegon has a cute little shop area Thurs-Fri.

The cottage is exactly as described in the listing. It is peaceful, scenic and proximal to an absolutely beautiful Lake Michigan beach. The walk isn't long. Definitely take the path from the cul-de-sac, not from the back of the property. The sand dune before the beach is huge but if you take the fork to the right it is longer but avoids the dune. You'll have to carry anything you want on your back. The house is roomy for 8 people and the kitchen has most of what you need. The only thing we forgot but needed was pan spray. There is a Meijer and Target about 10 min away for the items you find you need. The sheets and beds are comfy and there are air purifiers/fans in every room. Plenty of towels. Laundry detergent, dish soap, sponges, general cleaner, trash bags were all available. As mentioned in other reviews the grill is in poor shape but we were able to get a few burners going. Toast and Jams is a must go breakfast/lunch stop. Downtown Muskegon has a cute little shop area Thurs-Fri.

We have been renting this home for 5 years. It has become a family tradition. We always find something new to explore each time we come. The area is great. Quiet neighborhood and beautiful beach in between two great cities. Grand Haven and Muskegon have so much to explore. Rootdown Yoga on the USS LST 393 is always a favorite, Take a Toasted Pickle sandwich to Oddside and you've got a nice vacation style lunch. Can't wait for next year!

The home was very welcoming and had everything we needed. The organic cotton sheets and bamboo towels were amazing. It has a wonderful open lay out and enough space for our party of 8. I backyard was beautiful to look at and just a short drive to the surrounding areas of interest.