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Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV stand, and windows with blinds.
A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and wooden countertops.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A house with a covered patio area featuring a table and chairs, a grill, and a small deck with steps.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Nestled at the lakefront, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy nearby activities like sailing and parasailing. The patio offers outdoor relaxation. Engage in sports at the nearby golf courses. Explore attractions such as the Hackley and Hume Historic Site and the Muskegon Museum of Art.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Garage parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Muskegon, MI
  • Place, Muskegon Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeshore Bike Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Full Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan

Palmer House – Comfort Minutes from City & Shore

Discover the charm of Palmer House, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home located just a five-minute drive from Downtown Muskegon and the breathtaking shores of Lake Michigan. Blending comfort and convenience, this inviting residence offers easy access to both vibrant city experiences and peaceful lakeside escapes.

Whether you're planning a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled stay, Palmer House provides a welcoming home base close to it all.

Main Living Space

Designed for comfort and connection, the home features a warm and inviting interior ideal for families and small groups. Please note that stairs are required to enter the home and to access two of the bedrooms.

Kitchen and Dining

Enjoy the flexibility of home-cooked meals and casual gatherings, with indoor dining complemented by an outdoor dining area that truly elevates your stay.

Outdoor Space

Step outside to a private outdoor dining area complete with a propane firepit and grill—perfect for al fresco meals and relaxing evenings in Michigan’s beautiful weather. It’s an ideal setting for unwinding after a day exploring the city or the shoreline.

Location

Palmer House is ideally situated just minutes from Downtown Muskegon and Lake Michigan. A nearby bike trail offers scenic views of the tranquil lake, making it a great option for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

Home Features

• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Outdoor dining area
• Propane firepit
• Grill
• Close to Downtown Muskegon (5-minute drive)
• Close to Lake Michigan (5-minute drive)
• Nearby scenic bike trail
• Stairs required to enter the home and access two bedrooms

Rental Policies

• An additional occupancy fee of $50 per person applies for more than 4 guests. Please message with any questions.
• This is a smoke-free home. Any form of smoking inside the property—including cigarettes, marijuana, or other substances—will result in an additional minimum cleaning fee of $250.

With its convenient location, inviting outdoor space, and easy access to both city attractions and Lake Michigan’s shoreline, Palmer House offers a comfortable and memorable Muskegon getaway.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3590255
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

About the neighborhood

Muskegon

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Nims, a neighborhood in Muskegon. Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Hoffmaster State Park. Michigan's Adventure and USS LST 393 are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Muskegon Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lakeshore Bike Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 20 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ALDI - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SociBowl - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

As of Oct 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan on Oct 18, 2026 start from $213, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan located?

Located in Nims, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lakeshore Bike Trail and Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Muskegon Lake and USS LST 393 are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Palmer House. It was extremely clean with modern decor and furnishings making for pleasant surroundings. The kitchen was very well equipped. The neighborhood was very quiet too . We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean house. Worked perfectly for our family. Excellent host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time. Very clean and comfortable. Host thought of everything we might need, right down to the shampoo in shower.Great location to either hit the beach or go downtown. Great stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent stay and truly appreciate your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean beautiful property ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year staying hereHouse is always clean and property is well maintained. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 25, 2026
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and really appreciate your kind words. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family oriented, clean and friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! The only exception was the outside grill did not heat up high enough to cook food, and couldn’t get the fire pit to light. However, the interior was very clean and we appreciated the fully stocked kitchen. Lots of space so very family-friendly. Short drive to beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this place. It's very cozy and accommodated my family from out of town for their visit. This was a wonderful place for us all to meet up and enjoy meals and family time together. My family said the beds are extremely comfortable. It's also located close to downtown and the beach. We hope this place is available for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so glad the home was a cozy spot for your family to gather and enjoy time together. It’s great to hear everyone was comfortable, and we’d be happy to host you again on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. I misread our check out day and was immediately offered another property, just in case. Excellent hosts. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad everything worked out and that you had a great stay. You are always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host had contact with me about check in. House was very clean and well represented in pics. Will definitely use this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Listing proved as advertised. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love Muskegon!

My wife and I had a wonderful time on our trip to Muskegon. Palmer House is in a great location and had everything we needed to make our getaway great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2025
Thank you, Kevin, for the nice review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing experience. The property was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The host was incredibly responsive and provided clear instructions and thoughtful touches that made our stay extra special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean spot, great kitchen for cooking. Great location. I had to reach out to get my door code activated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable home

Spacious, comfortable, well appointed home close to the lake shore. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family trip

We stayed at the house for a wedding in town. The house was lovely, well equipped, and such cute decorations. Our entire combined family was comfy and felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Loved the house. Very clean. Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

everything great except bed pushed against the wall. and did not like the sheets and comforter

pretty decorated well. loved kitchen, dining and living room. comfy couches. great location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2025
Thank you, Susan, for the review and the feedback. We will look into the bedding and the bed to see if we can make some changes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

In town for a wedding. The location is great. Close to downtown and the beach. 2 levels and the loft gave us plenty of privacy. Everything is updated and plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

2024 Family Gathering

My two older sisters and I stayed here for a few days as an annual event. We meet each year in whatever city my conference is in. We completely enjoyed our stay but I would like to add a few things that stood out. One was that while the decor and feel was pleasant, it felt like a rental. There were several things I think would improve the stay. You should know that while there were three bedrooms they were all on separate floors. The top floor was obviously an add on and while it was okay, it was small and cramped. The middle bedroom was the only one with a closet and is on the main floor. The third was in the basement and seemed isolated from the rest of the house, there were three of us and so we slept on different floors. I would also point out there were no tissues throughout the house. I know this sounds picky but it makes a house more thoughtful for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here. The house is very clean and in a good location, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean place close to the beach. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here! The house was clean and well maintained inside and outside. The location is perfect- close to downtown and the beach! Just a short drive to bars and restaurants.The house was set up nicely and we enjoyed the living room and the big comfy couches!Only thing I would add would be a few extra blankets- there weren’t any extras in any of the closets, so if you like to layer on blankets while you sleep or cozy up with one lounging on the couch I’d bring some from home. Definitely recommend this property to anyone staying in Muskegon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2026
Thanks for the great review. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the home, comfortable setup, and convenient location. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another stay in Muskegon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is adorable and centrally located for trips into Grand Rapids, six flags and several beaches nearby. Our host responded quickly to any questions we had and would definitely recommend or book again if we go back up to that area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent stay and truly appreciate your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026

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