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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Hoffmaster State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Norton Shores, MI
  • Place, Hoffmaster State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Entertainment Breezeway

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom with bath

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 in master bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park

Fun things to do in the area:
Lighthouses, Downtown Shop Fronts, Museums, US Coast Guard Festival, Cascades Color Water Show, The Luge, Mt, Garfield Motorcycle Hill Climb, Pageants, Fishing and more. My kids rarely visit without exploring the WWII Silversides Submarine Museum, which is right next to the South Pierhead Lighthouse and playground.

P.S.
This is a beloved home which our dear friends had in the family for generations and it holds very fond memories for us. We have many who return every year. Happiness and low stress are what nature is all about and we want to support that every way we can. We want to spread the happiness our family has had in this cottage.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Add the pet fee per dog. No cats.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3772406
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

About the area

Muskegon

Located in Norton Shores, a neighbourhood in Muskegon, this holiday home is near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Beachwood Park and USS LST 393 are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Norton Shores, MI

What's nearby

  • Hoffmaster State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 15 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 24 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hearthstone Bistro - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park 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 at Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park located?

Located in Norton Shores, this holiday home is steps from Hoffmaster State Park and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Little Black Lake and Gillette Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 93 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An awesome location during our workshop.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here while visiting our daughter in college. The house was cozy and had everything that we needed. It is located in a nice little neighborhood and it is a walking distance from the beach. There are nice trails and beautiful views from the sand dunes. The trails lead to campground and a state park. Also it is a short drive from shopping and restaurants. We visited in April, so it was still cold, but we dressed warm and enjoyed walks on the trails and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time over the Thanksgiving Holiday with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice quiet neighborhood lots of trails and beautiful beaches nearby. We would definitely rent this property again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Micki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 3rd or 4th year in a row staying here; so that should say something!One suggestion - a couple grab bars in the large bathroom would be a good addition.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Wonderful Location!

The location of this property is amazing! The ability to walk to the beach made our stay very memorable. The layout of the house is perfect for a group of people to enjoy. the inside of the main house was very clean and comfortable for all of our guests. The screened in porches and the outside of the property could be better maintained and cleaned.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Savanna V.

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

Great time

It’s was blast! GreatLocation. Nice and clean home. Only complaintWas the bed in the roomWith the bathroom was uncomfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Perfect location!

Location was ideal! The kids had fun building a snowman and playing In the backyard. We loved being so close to Lake Michigan. The open area worked great for our family hang out. We would rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kate

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

Family Getaway

Just what we needed for 3 couples! The beach, Coast Guard festival, and game nights made for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Thank you for the review, Kate! I always enjoy hearing what guests like about the area. Our family has enjoyed the Coast Guard festival too! We’re competing with ourselves to make it a 10/10 stay, so let us know what pieces we can add to make that happen. We’re looking forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos F.

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

Great location!

This was our 4th time staying here. We just absolutely love the location. Quiet street and just a few minutes walk to the beach. Wish I would've booked 1 extra night 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Hi Carlos! Thank you for taking the time to leave a cheerful review! Happy to hear that you love the location. Your 4th stay with us – that means a lot. It's extra special to hear reviews from returning guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie J.

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

A great vacation

The property was beautifully kept. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood close to the beach and all of the stores and restaurants
Verified

8/10 Good

Denice Z.

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

Family trip

The place was nice and quiet. Needs some TLC and updated furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Glad you enjoyed the area, Denice! Thanks for your feedback on where we can improve. You’re right on furniture being updated, we usually need to update it every two years. It’s in the works. We make improvements every year to care for our cottage. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

4th of July weekend

Excellent place for a vacation. Short walk to the beach on nice trails. They had me at the coffee! Great for a family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Quiet Neighborhood

Loved the back yard and screened in porch!! We had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Hi Beth, thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review! There are too many things to do in the area, we hope you return and try out a few more!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Freeman S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, Hidden Gem in Norton Shores.We had a fantastic stay at this cozy home! Although it’s located in a quiet subdivision, it feels tucked away and private, surrounded by trees and ferns. The backyard was perfect for relaxing, and we loved making s’mores around the fire pit at night.The house had plenty of space to lounge, clean and comfy bedrooms, and a well-stocked kitchen that made cooking easy. The 15-minute walk through the woods to the beach was a highlight—beautiful and peaceful. We recommend bringing a wagon for beach gear!It was a wonderful weekend, and we made memories we’ll cherish for years. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location / Beach & Parks Close by

Overall the location was great, with the beach and stores close, relatively clean, but property but could use some TLC. This was the first time I’ve stayed at a VBRO with air purifiers in every room. The blue lights were a little bothersome to sleep with. The place comfortably sleeps seven (7) people. The furniture was a little tired, but I’d say a 3.75 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micki H.

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

2023 Aug Norton Shores Review

We really enjoyed our stay! The neighborhood was quiet and easy for walking plus only a short walk to Lake Michigan. The owners were easy to contact and took care of the couple of items we had!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie V.

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

Family Visit

We absolutely loved your home. I will definitely recommend to my friends and family who visit the Muskegon area. The walk through the woods to the beach was my daily routine. The home had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week. Property Manager Excellent

We had some issues with the VRBO website and was unable to access the property through the website. The property manage was on top of our issues and all was well! A fantastic week. Would recommend and stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zahra A.

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

Loved it!

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie J.

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

Comfortable, Convenient Getaway

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Location

The home was very nice. The location was amazing so close to the park and the beach area but they need to really fire. Their cleaning lady. There were huge tumbleweeds of dog hair from. I’m assuming previous renters on and around furniture and I know for a fact, I left the house cleaner when I left then when I arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Hi Kevin, you’re absolutely right; dog hair is not acceptable. I’m very sorry you had to deal with that. Called our cleaning company immediately after your review to reinforce our cleanliness standards and ensure stricter inspections moving forward. If they can not improve, we will be looking for another cleaning service. It’s very important to us that guests never have to worry about this stuff. Happy to hear you enjoyed the location! Thanks for letting us know what to work on.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arin R.

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

Perfect location and a great home

This house should be booked all summer long! It was perfect for our party of 5, ranging from 11 to 80 years of age, plus our dog. Plenty of seating to host others for meals or a cocktail hour. The house was clean and well appointed inside and out. None of us detected any smell some other guests mentioned. The neighborhood is quiet and we had some nice chats while out for walks. The wooded walk to the lake was magical. Great dining and every convenience was a short drive away.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Arin, it sounds like you all had a wonderful time together! I’m so glad to hear the house worked well for your group, and that you enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and the beautiful walk to the lake. Thank you so much for the kind feedback — it really means a lot! We hope you return and get to try craigs cruisers and the luge, including their summer sports. There are also downtown Muskegon horse and carriage rides. :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Micki H.

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

2024 Norton Shore visit

This was our third year staying there (we've also booked time in 2025), so we do enjoy staying there. A couple comments we have are that it would be nice to have an icemaker and that the large area rug in the kitchen is rather dirty/stained and should be taken care of before your next guests arrive. All else was fine. See you next year!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2025
Micki, very glad to hear you’ve stayed here before, and are planning to again! This feedback helps us improve. The rug didn't make it through the whole year, we gladly replaced it right after your review. I think it was a great suggestion. Icemaker is on the list of upcoming improvements. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet retirement community

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. 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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