Cottage Bordering Hoffmaster State Park

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a ceiling vent.
A living room with a TV, shelves with books and decorative items, and a plant.
A hammock tied between trees in a forested area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a dining table.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

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/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Yard
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Norton Shores, MI
  • Place, Hoffmaster State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pere Marquette Park Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪24 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

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About the area

Muskegon

Located in Norton Shores, a neighbourhood in Muskegon, this holiday home is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. 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/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Norton Shores, MI

What's nearby

  • Hoffmaster State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 18 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 24 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 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. 57 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, comfortable beds, walk to dunes and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, within a couple minute walk of Lake Michigan beach. Good access to Grand Haven and Muskegon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've been staying there for 4years, so if we weren't happy, we wouldn't be returning each time.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was well-appointed, quiet and clean. We very much enjoyed our stay there and were sad to leave. Host was very responsive to my questions. Neighborhood was quiet, friendly and well maintained. Walking distance to the lake was convenient and scenic. And the beach was pristine and beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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
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