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Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage!

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Outdoor dining
Sunset Shores New Stairs
Spacious Living area
Spacious Living area
Queen sleeper sofa

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Norton Shores, MI
  • Place, Norman F. Kruse Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pere Marquette Park Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage!

Tucked in a quiet wooded neighborhood, you will feel like you entered paradise as you drive through rolling sand dunes and the private man-made lakes on either side of the road. Lake Michigan views abound as well as endless fun walking the shores and splashing in the waves. The beach is accessible via newly built stairs directly in front of the home.

WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
"Such a relaxing stay with a breathtaking view. Couldn't have asked for a better place to spend the last few days of summer!"
Lauren R.

INSIDE
The cottage offers 2 bedrooms, 1 with a king bed and a separate guest room with a queen bed. 1 full bath and additional 1/2 bath are accessible to both bedrooms. The kitchen is fully stocked and open to the living area which features double sliders to the spacious deck and deck.

OUTSIDE
The deck is the perfect place to end your night with dinner on the grill watching the sunset over the lake.

*Please note that Lake Michigan water levels are ever-changing; beach size can vary from day to day.

PARKING
There is a gravel parking area along the street and in front of the house that will fit 3-4 cars.

SLEEPING
This home sleeps 6. All bed linens and bath linens are provided.

Bedroom #1: King Bed
Bedroom #2: Queen Bed
Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

EATING
The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will need including cookware, dinnerware, and utensils.

Check out this YouTube video of the rental:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93B1MPIJFVQ

CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT TIMES
Check-In Time: 4pm
Check Out Time: 10am
*Please note that early check-ins and late checkouts are not available.

THE LOCATION
Located in Norton Shores, less than 5 miles from downtown Muskegon—the new and upcoming downtown area with plenty of bar and restaurant options, you will not be at a loss for fun! Pere Marquette Beach and Lighthouse are nearby with a beautiful boardwalk and area parks. A short drive north brings you to Northern Michigan destinations like Silver Lake, Pentwater, and Ludington. A 10-mile drive south you will find highly acclaimed Grand Haven, a fun beach community with shopping, restaurants, splash pads, marinas, and a beautiful boardwalk to the Grand Haven Pier. There is no shortage of beauty and things to do here!

CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancel within 48 hours of making your reservation at no charge.
- Cancel 30 days or more in advance, and receive a full refund.
- Cancel 14 days in advance, and receive a 50% refund.
- No refunds for cancellations less than 14 days in advance of reservation start 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 all professionally laundered linens, bath and beach towels as well as a starter supply of paper and cleaning products and emergency maintenance services.

Check-in is a breeze; drive straight to your rental and let yourself in with a unique lock code. We'll send you all the information you need including directions, access code, and instructions so you'll be ready to rest, relax and rejuvenate!

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 all guests are required to sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of making their reservation. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the reservation. Thank you for your cooperation!

Enjoy your Unsalted Vacation - Free of stress, free of salt!

REVIEWS
"The views of Lake Michigan from the cottage and from the various decks were amazing. Watched the sunset every night and had the bonus of watching the moon rise and set as well. The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed for a much needed peaceful and relaxing stay!"
Darci N.

"I had a wonderful stay on Lake Michigan. The house was as described and the photos in the listing are a good representation of the house and surroundings. The views from the deck are outstanding. There are both stairs (at a neighboring property) and a trail down to the beach, both less than 5 minutes from the house to the beach. The neighborhood was quiet and the beach felt semi-private. Great get away."
Brittany A.

"Lovely lake cabin with fantastic view and location. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed and was nice and clean. The deck/view/location are amazing! My wife and I both think this is a great lake home and highly recommend it!"
Timothy J.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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 # 9544569
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Map
Norton Shores, MI

What's nearby

  • Norman F. Kruse Park - 10 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 11 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 13 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 15 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 30 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ALDI - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Russ' Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Awesome Lake Michigan Cottage! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Muskegon Beach and Lake Michigan. Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Pere Marquette Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy G.

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

Our first stay here

Beautiful location, would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake, we loved our stay! Will definitely be back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. We loved sitting on deck enjoying the view, both day and night! We even saw some deer in the morning. Well maintained, comfortable property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

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

Relaxing and quiet with amazing view

Great for much needed solitude!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and tranquil beach. Great proximity to Muskegon and Grand Haven. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and a nicely stocked and very clean home. Hosts are responsive for any concerns. Will visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeta P.

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

Beautiful Location and Views of the Lake Michigan

We had a wonderful time at this property. The location, the surroundings and the views were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank you for your review, Sangeeta! We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time at Sunset Shores. We agree that the location, surroundings, and views are truly amazing, and we take great pride in offering our guests a memorable experience. We hope you will stay with us again in the future and create more unforgettable memories! Thanks for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrill J.

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

Overall, wonderful!

Great location, space and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Sunset Shores, Terrill! It's great to hear that you appreciated our team's service and the space itself. Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beautiful cottage

Very nice and relaxing time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2023
We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Sunset Shores, Sarah! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, and thanks for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Nice Getaway

Very nice house with great location. Close to everything, yet very quiet setting. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Sunset Shores, Mark! Thanks for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Stunning view of Lake Michigan

This was our first time vacationing in Michigan and we’ll definitely be back! This home’s lake view from the inside and the deck is lovely on its own. Then you add on the new steps directly in front of the house leading down to the waterfront and it’s just about perfection!
Early morning view from top of stairs.
Wildlife nearby.
Sunset view from waterfront access at bottom of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great stay

Lovely house right on the lake. Was just as expected
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Blu Sunset Shores, Robert! Thanks for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed the property throughout our stay. The house was very clean and well equipped. The view was outstanding and the beach was very smooth. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Sunset Shores, Stephanie! We're glad you found the house to be clean and well-equipped, and that you enjoyed the views and beach experience. Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

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

Great home with a great view

The new stairs are great! I love nothing more than a great view and this home delivered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

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

Lovely lake cabin with fantastic view and location

Lovely lake cabin with fantastic view and location. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed and was nice and clean. The deck/view/location are amazing! My wife and I both think this is a great lake home and highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time and enjoyed your stay at Sunset Shores, Timothy! We are delighted that you and your wife both found it to be a great choice for your vacation. Thanks for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Perfect location

We absolutely loved our stay. It was clean, roomy and the location is great. You are 72 steps from the beach! It is 3 miles from a grocery store and you don’t get the Grand Haven traffic. If you still to go to Grand Haven, it is only 15 minutes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience at Sunset Shores, Karen! We are delighted to hear that you absolutely loved your stay and found the property clean, roomy, and well-located. Being only 72 steps from the beach is definitely a perk! Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We hope to host you again for another enjoyable stay in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

robin a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was beautiful and clean. Stairs were nice and new to get down to the beach but extremely steep. There was no beach accessories although the home was well stocked with necessities. Down side was check in and check out times. Check in time is at4 which is quite late in the day and check out is 10 am which is super early and non negotiable. I feel for the price and if I’m paying for an entire day (check in) that should be earlier or given more time at check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Lake Michigan Vacation

We had a great stay! The view was amazing. It will be great when the stairs to the beach are installed, but it wasn’t a problem to walk a couple houses down to the neighborhood stairs. It would have been nice to know that the entry road was not paved. The beach was really nice and the area was peaceful. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations and for sharing your experience at Sheldon Shores, Jennifer! We are delighted to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed the amazing view. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ted H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Shine might be off the apple

This property is clean, quaint, well-kept and the views are spectacular! I hope that the agency updates the photos and wording and I hope the owners can solve the erosion. As many cottages along Lake Michigan - I hope this one doesn’t succumb to Mother Nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
Thanks for your feedback! Our photos do represent the home at the time we were able to take them, and as the owner makes updates we are making plans to update our photos. The homeowners association is working on getting the beach access restored as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Cute lake house.

House was great, you can walk down the steps & literally get in the water of Lake Michigan. There are a lot of steps to get down there so not for someone with walking issues. House is cute, clean & has a great deck to sit out on & excellent lake access. Location is very rural & literally have to drive down dirt roads & hills to get to the house. Nothing serious but I was surprised.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Sunset Shores and found the house to be cute, clean, and with excellent lake access. It's wonderful that you appreciated the deck and the convenience of walking down to Lake Michigan. Your feedback about the rural location and the dirt roads is noted. Thank you for sharing your experience and for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations for your getaway, Donna!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Mid-Spring stay

Great location and views! The house was very clean and comfortable. Views of the lake are fantastic. Updated appliances, however the refrigerator was uneven. The stairs to the beach are actually two properties to the north and are not easily accessible. One needs to walk down two steep sandy slopes to reach the top of the stairs. The beach is great. Good sand quality for making sand castles. The fire pit needs to be replaced as the bottom is rusted out. Did not use it for that reason. Turkeys, deer and black squirrels visited us during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations and for sharing your experience at Sunset Shores! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the stunning views, clean and comfortable accommodations, and our local wildlife visitors! Your feedback regarding the refrigerator and stairs to the beach is valuable to us, and we will address those promptly for the enjoyment and safety of all our guests. We also appreciate your note about the fire pit. We're glad the beach and its sand quality brought joy to your stay, and we hope to welcome you back in the future for even more wonderful memories by the lake, Anthony!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Nice quiet getaway with private beach and activities nearby

A great getaway that provide a peaceful place to stay, beautiful scenario of Lake Michigan from the back deck, private beach a short hike away and restaurants and activities a short drive away. My teenage said he enjoyed the quiet, peacefulness and the great food (Dockers restaurant was great), while my pre-teen enjoyed miniature golf and renting jet skis. I enjoyed our long bike ride and stopping at the restaurant by the public beach for a nice lunch outdoors. My husband mentioned about everything we enjoyed. We felt at home as soon as we arrived in the house. It was clean, and hard surface floors throughput. The washer and dryer enabled us to keep towels and swim suits clean and we could have easily packed a lot less and washed more. Loved the place. Definitely will keep on our list as a place to go back to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
Thank you for your kind review of Sunset Shores! It sounds like you and your family had the best vacation! We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Clean, Comfortable, Beautiful View

We found the house to be clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. Check-in and check-out was easy, and the manager was communicative and responsive. The view and deck stole the show! Two things would have made our stay even better. The only way to get down to the private beach right now is to walk to the neighborhood access stairs (which even with typed directions were difficult to locate). However, I know there is a plan to have the home's private stairs rebuilt in the near future. The other thing to be aware of is that the full bathroom is located within the secondary bedroom. The half bath is located right next to it right off the kitchen. If you are traveling with family or close friends, perhaps this would not be an issue. But if not, then you will become close very quickly! All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review of Sunset Shores, Carol! We're delighted to hear that you found the house to be clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We're glad that the check-in and check-out process was easy, and that you found our team to be communicative and responsive to your needs. It's great to know that the view and deck were a highlight of your stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding the bathroom arrangements, and we understand that it may not be suitable for all groups. Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Becky W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disappointed

We were disappointed in the cleanliness of this place. Glass sliding doors, for instance had some kind of cleaner streaking on it and it made it almost impossible to see out. There was small pieces of miscellaneous trash here and there. Just didn’t feel clean. Also, you should make sure prospective renters know that there is quite a climb down and back up a large dune if you want to get to the beach. Somewhat difficult for older adults. The Unsalted Vacations team were very communicative and we appreciated that!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2022
We are so sorry for these inconveniences and the cleaning issues have been addressed...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela m.

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

Excellent view! Peaceful and relaxing!

So grateful for this wonderful experience! The home was clean and the environment beautiful and peaceful! Will definitely request to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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