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5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon

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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14257 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon

Expanded cleaning practices beyond CDC guidelines. Fresh water sea breezes are on the channel between Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan And a short walk to an award winning beach. With 2 balconies overlooking the channel, enjoy watching the marine traffic go by all day. The main floor balcony is a covered and screened in, so you can enjoy it no matter the weather or the few bugs we have here. The 5br house sleeps 14 in beds and has 2 living rooms. Great business retreat with 8 single beds. Both have their own TV and sitting area, and the upstairs has 2 twin trundle day beds (4 twin size beds)! Great for kids to have their own space.
Stocked kitchen with everything you'll need for a big family meals, and 2 dining areas that each seat up to 10 each. Step out the front door to the channel boardwalk and walk, run, or bike to the beach, light house, 2 live music restaurants, or submarine museum. We've provide adult and kid bikes, as well as beach chairs for your use. Pere Marquette Beach is like the Caribbean durning summer months. If you bring a boat, there's a launch at the marina all within walking distance of the house called Harbor Towne. If you have a larger boat, Harbor Towne has transient slips to rent. Also within walking distance are 2 up beat award winning restaurants with nightly live music and outdoor seating; The Deck and Dockers! And for any historians, there's a submarine museum featuring the USS Silversides, a real WW2 Submarine about 4 houses down. This is and turn of the century actors colony with the likes of Buster Keaton summering here. We also have one of the largest Michigan purple Martin colonies a few doors down. Lakeside business district is 2.5 miles from us. Restaurants, distillery, cotton candy shop, tea shop, souvenir shops, pizza, pubs, and convenience store. Downtown Muskegon is 5 miles away and is bustling with restaurants, farmers markets, event venues, breweries and distilleries! We provide linens and house towels. Bring your beach towels!

Property manager

Ed Bodman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • 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 with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,763 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Registration Number city of muskegon rental inspections

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Boat Watcher's Paradise in the Bluffton Area of Muskegon
Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon

About the area

Map
Muskegon, MI

What's nearby

  • USS Silversides - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 16 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck BBQ & Beer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thrasher's Bear Lake Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Fricano's Muskegon Lake - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon located?

This family-friendly Muskegon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of USS Silversides and Lake Michigan. Harbour Towne Beach and Pere Marquette Park Beach are also within 15 minutes.

5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous family place
It is clean, well stocked with every need and has plenty of room for our family of twelve ages 20 months - 72. I’m the grandma and enjoyed my own room and my three sons, their wives and children all had their separate spaces too. Plenty of bathrooms to match. Pier Marquette beach is the best beach in middle Lake Michigan. Loved the submarine next door, the deck and the best sand in the Great Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and location.
Incredibly helpful host and location easily walkable to beach. Had enough space to fit four families.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House for Multi-Family Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay in Muskegon. We had 4 families traveling from 3 different states. The house easily accommodated everyone and their needs. We cooked the majority of our meals and found the kitchen to have everything we needed in terms of appliances, ample utensils, and pots and pans. We enjoyed many meals, conversations and games on the screened in balcony. The garage included many beach chairs and a beach cart for our use, which was very convenient, along with several bikes of various sizes. The host was friendly and very communicative. We had a wonderful stay and would not hesitate to return again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house on the channel
We enjoyed sitting out on the patio watching all the different boats go through the channel. We also went down to the beach every day. Our grandkids enjoyed the several playgrounds in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty R., Chesterfield, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vaca
Room for all of us (12) in this nicely located home. My husband and I invited our 3 kids and their spouses (Age 31-37) and our 4 grandchildren (6 weeks to 3.5 years old) to come stay with us as their schedules allowed. We loved sitting on the screened in main floor deck watching the Freighters, Ferry, Cruise Ship and other boats, walking to the beaches and restaurants. The Century Club Shops, Muskego Western Market and Unruly on W Western Ave in Muskegon were fun to browse through. We also enjoyed Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo in New Era - a wonderful place for the kids of all ages. The Muskegon Lake Beach was super close and just the right size for the littles. Pere Marquette Beach is just beautiful. We walked to the sunset almost every night. The home was very well stocked with had nearly everything we required. Ed was an awesome host. He was very responsive to help us locate a few items and even anticipated our needs, bringing just what we needed! We highly recommend this place and would love to return if we ever plan to vacation in the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect all around!!
We stayed last week with 8 adults and 4 toddlers. The place was just as described, but we were surprised to find it’s even better than the pictures! It easily had room for all of us. It was the best stocked rental we have ever had. Everything we needed was there, from kitchen supplies to beach chairs. They have truly thought of everything. The property manager was great to communicate with, and even stopped by twice to help with the keypad and a tiny kitchen issue. He arrived quickly and was so kind! Location was excellent. We enjoyed fishing right out the front door and a peaceful walk to the lighthouse. The balconies had beautiful views and the screened in one was great for our late night euchre tournaments. We could quickly walk to 2 beaches and they were beautiful! We loved the local restaurants, The Deck and Dockers. Great food and even better atmosphere with the live music!! We really had an excellent week and would not hesitate to return & recommend it to family & friends. Thank you so much for such a special week with our kids & grandkids!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Channel house
The Channel house was perfect for our 3 generation family reunion for 14 of us. The house was nicely furnished, and kitchen well stocked. The house was spacious enough for all of us, and had everything that we needed…even bikes for those who wanted to bike ride, beach chairs, etc. The host even loaned us some fishing poles to use! The location is unbeatable, with beaches at Lake Michigan as well as Lake Muskegon within walking distance. And fun just to watch the boats go by on the channel also. The host was very responsive and accessible, with references for pontoon boat and jet ski rentals, and any other questions we had. There’s plenty of activities to enjoy in the area. We spent a day at Michigan’s Adventure (water park and amusement park), and enjoyed supper at the Deck. Don’t hesitate to rent this lovely house for a fun Lake Michigan vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muskegon Channel Home
You can’t ask for a better location or a nicer, well appointed home for a family vacation. This home has it all. Rent this home with the confidence that will meet all of your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug F., Toledo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect multi family beach house
This house has plenty of room for family gatherings. There’s great space both inside and out and a great view from the decks overlooking the channel to watch all the boat traffic. The house was very clean and stocked with everything you need. The kids loves having the bikes to ride down to the beach and it’s also close enough to walk. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the Channel!
This house is very comfortable and great for a group. Watching the boats go by on the channel is so fun! And there are 2 great beaches very close, you can easily walk to the one on Muskegon Lake. Everything you need is either there or a short drive away. And there’s plenty to do. We rented a pontoon boat and cruised the channel and lakes. And thanks for all the quick assistance Ed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Muskegon Vacation
We rented this property for our family vacation; 8 adults and 6 children ages 2-14. Plenty of room for all; house is lovely and so comfortable. Kitchen very well stocked with everything I could ask for. Fabulous location on the channel, loved watching the endless line of boats going by, especially 3 huge freighters. Especially loved the screened porch, many bikes, coolers, games and cards! Saw the WWII Submarine, did mini-golf, enjoyed beach days. One of the best West Michigan family vacations we’ve had, and look forward to returning next summer! Thank you, Ed, for your warm hospitality and prompt help when needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation near the wonderful Lake Michigan
We had such a wonderful stay at this lovely home on the channel. Everything was as described and there was nothing we were longing for. The kitchen was well supplied, there were bikes and coolers and some beach toys, and the house was clean and well kept. This was a great family vacation, with kids ranging in age from 1 to 14. Everyone, including the adults, found plenty to do. We are already thinking about next summer and hoping this place will be available again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muskegon Beach 2022
We had a fabulous time at the house. Just a few minutes drive, walk or bike ride from one of the greatest beaches I’ve ever been. The house is immaculate. The screened in porch is perfect for breakfast and coffee conversations. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home and host
Beautiful, clean home with an unbeatable view of the channel. My parents enjoyed the relaxing views from the screened in porch, while our kids marveled at the big ships. Ed was extremely responsive and made sure our experience was a great one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
This is an exceptional house, beautifully appointed and maintained, and it's in a great location. The home is comfortable and luxurious, inside and out. We especially enjoyed watching the boats going by on the channel, but never felt intruded on, because of the lawn that separates the house from the channel. Also, the host is extremely helpful and communicative and the house is really well organized. We had a wonderful time and would wholeheartedly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very accomodating
This is the 7th year our Leadership team has rented a space for our annual week long strategic planning session. There was more than enough space for 9 of us including multiple dining areas and 6 sleeping areas. We enjoyed the screened in deck most days and all fit comfortably. The house was well stocked with cooking, dining, and serving dishes as well. That is often not the case in our experience! The property manager communicated with us throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed as well. We look forward to booking next year's event with our host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Esther R.

Unbeatable Location
We had a great time at this very nice property. The location was perfect as it falls between two beaches. The property manager was excellent and the house had more supplies than any other house I’ve rented. There is a huge amount of space, so everyone felt that they had some privacy. The best part was watching boats come in from the wonderful screened in balcony. The only thing I thought could be better was the cleanliness (floors, counter tops, refrigerator, window wells, etc.). For the nightly cost, I was expecting things to be cleaner overall although I do know I have comparatively high standards for cleaning. My friends and I would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had such an amazing time at this cottage. We planned this last minute and were so thankful we stubled upon this. We fished every day right off the end of the peer (use worms and leeches if you can find them ;-). We hiked a state park just to the south, rented a pontoon boat and tube, went to the beach and much more. We had a great time and plan on coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
Great location and house. Just as advertised. Being on the channel is a great location, having bikes available is a real plus in this area. Excellent communication as we checked in and had questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M., Middleton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for our large family
The house was a great size for our large family of 14. Plenty of bedrooms for everyone. Very close to the public beach and restaurant called the Deck that had live music every night. We had fun exploring the area. Also, the owner and house cleaner went above and beyond to return some precious jewelry to us after we checked out, which we truly appreciated. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Muskegon area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakefront house
We enjoyed our weekend in Muskegon very much. The house was spacious and immaculate. It has two balconies and a fabulous channel view. It is pin-drop quiet and peaceful at night. The owner was very attentive, but we didn't need his help; the layout of the house makes everything seamless. Among other things you will have eleven bicycles at your disposal! This is a premium location in a gorgeous area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021