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Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, offices
Exterior
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • 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.

Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood

Summary:
Ask us about monthly off-season pricing specials!

On the coast of Mona Lake sits this three bedroom, two bathroom Lakeside Retreat that people of all ages will find easy to love and hard to leave. From the views of the Mona lake to the peaceful sounds of wildlife, this little slice of paradise will have you breathing in fresh air and releasing any tensions you arrive with.

The Space:
The updated decor accentuate the already spacious interior of this home away from home and there is a space for everyone to relax and unwind. Each bedroom allows for privacy and space so nobody will feel cramped and the bunk room with 3 twin beds, and a full size lower bunk also includes a pull out sofa should you need some extra space to spread out. The primary bedroom has its own dual sink, shower and jacuzzi tub with a walk-in closet large enough that it could be it's own small bedroom! Combined with the private exits to the backyard, overlooking back patio and lake. This room has a gas fireplace and TV, you will never want to leave this wing of the house.

The open floor plan includes expansive sectional so entertaining with friends and family will be a breeze. Off the living room is a semi-private area with a Queen size daybed and work space with desk and chair.

The backyard and patio is set up with a gas grill, firepit and patio furniture, a further walk down a set of steps leads to the waterfront where there is another fire pit and large deck area overlooking the water. Please note that there is a staircase of 57 wooden steps to the dock/deck. Kayaks (two single-seat) and a dock (seasonal) are there for guest use. Please note at this time the deck, stairs and dock are not equipped with lighting of any sort.

This property is pet-friendly, and you're invited to bring your furry companions. Note there is a pet fee of $75 per pet. (kindly inform us upon booking).

Other Things to Note:
We'd love to welcome you to this lovely lake side retreat, but please know it is a wooded lot on the water. It's a rather outdoorsy area, and does include many trees, acorns, woodland creatures and this can also include bug friends especially in the spring and fall!

Property manager

Adam Kragt

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2211 sq ft (205 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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 is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Norton Shores, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Hackley and Hume Historic Site - 9 min drive
  • Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min drive
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 16 min drive
  • Michigan's Adventure - 25 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whitlow's Forerunner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Russ' Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood located?

Nestled on the beach, this Norton Shores vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center, Lake Michigan, and Hoffmaster State Park. Hackley and Hume Historic Site and Mercy Health Arena are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Lakeside Retreat - Waterfront, Quiet Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
Beautiful home! Our stay was amazingly quiet and peaceful we enjoyed every second of our trip and thankful we experienced such great hospitality at your home, hope we will be able to book again some time in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend at the Lakeside Retreat
This property was great for our annual girls getaway. The house was immaculately clean with comfortable furniture and beds. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed for our stay. The owner was very prompt in responding to my emails. We appreciated the upscale linens, but definitely needed more towels. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home
We stayed with 2 couples, one couple being older. The layout of the house was perfect. Beds were exactly how we like them. We opened the shades and had lake view our whole stay. The steps to the dock were a little too steep for half of us😀. Communication was the best we ever had. Location was central to everywhere we we wanted to go. ..Muskegan, Grand Rapids..Loved the neighborhood and all the squirrels. Very well stocked!! alldock were
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
Our family enjoyed our stay very much! Property was clean and welcoming. Beds and living space were comfortable and kitchen well stocked, even for our large group of 10 people. The kids loved playing in the spacious grass area of the yard. Property manager was great at communicating too. Wonderful trip for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

caroline d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rodent droppings, ripped sheets, and more! GROSS
The house was filthy and not well kept. Rodent droppings in the kitchen, ripped sheets, mold/mildew in vents and musty smell, doors off hinges, greasy substance on floor, fall leaves piled up against the house with swarms of mosquitos breeding in it (making the backyard unusable)….and the list goes on. Our family rented three houses for our Michigan stay and the others were top notch. Fortunately, we could vacate the house during the day and hang out at the other places. I wish I could post pictures in this review…it was gross
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R., Lafayette, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
The house was big and clean, just as described. Great view of the lake, unfortunately it was too cold to take advantage of the water. Very comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jill D., Brownsburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Retreat?
The house was as advertised, very nice and comfortable and spacious. The outdoors, not so much. Grass was tall, all outdoor furniture dirty, kayaks dirty and full of water. Limbs down on the roof and everywhere and gutters full. Deck not as accessible as picture shows. It was down a long staircase which was littered with branches and chairs from porches had been taken down there and we were not able to retrieve. The outdoors was a selling point for me and we weren’t able to use it at all! I expect properties to be as advertised, as that is why I am booking and what I expect to be paying for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The home is in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood with a beautiful view of the lake. The spacious open floor plan made our family vacation comfortable and gave us the room to hang out together. We really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House in a Nice Location
Plenty of room with close access to parks and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This home is beautiful and clean in a wonderful location. The owners are great. Responded promptly to all communication. They have small toiletries available and coffee which is appreciated. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
We had a great time here and the host were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
House was great! Open and modern floor plan, natural light, big couch and good seating, lots of pillows and blankets, well stocked with everything! Added enjoyment of bald eagles flying over the lake. Adam was responsive with communication. Rented this house for a soccer tournament in Feb (so didn’t really get to enjoy the lake or outdoor seating) and it was located right in the middle of the 3 field locations. Reasonably priced. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Retreat
My family and I had a great stay on Mona Lake. The property was exactly as described maybe even better. The property manager, Adam, was very helpful and easy to reach. I would definitely recommend this house for a relaxing family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
The house is comfortable and decorated so nicely. The owners have thought Of virtually everything one might need while away from home. I really appreciated fresh ground coffee, and a Keurig machine. Plus a wonderfully stocked kitchen to prepare anything you would like to Make. Thanks for a great stay and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place for a gathering!
This home was so warm and comfortable. Everything was spotless and we had everything we needed to enjoy the weekend. The scenery was beautiful and it was a close distance to a ton of places to eat and hang out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carri T., Danville

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Retreat
My family had a wonderful stay in Norton Shores. The house is perfect for family of all ages and located near Muskegon and Grand Haven with so much to do. Adam, the property manager was very helpful and easily contacted with quick responses. We enjoyed many family bike rides through the neighborhood. The dock is down a hill with many steps but great overall. We recommend Lakeside Retreat for a great getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol K., Rubicon

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice visit at Norton Shores in February
The thing our family liked best about this property is the backyard that adjoins the lake. There were at least six bald eagles that were roosting in the trees and swooping down to catch fish in the water almost our entire stay. We could watch all this from the window--lots of fun! We arrived in February and it would have been nice that the snow was cleared away from the sidewalks, that's why we downgraded cleanliness. The master suite was beautiful with shower, jacuzzi tub and tons of storage space. The fireplace in the master bedroom was very nice and the room was very spacious. The rest of the house was fine for our son & his young family. The property is nicely located for easy access to local hiking along Lake Michigan, which we took advantage of since there wasn't enough snow for winter activities. We also enjoyed a visit to a waterpark that was about 30 minutes away. The kids especially loved that. We marked down for accuracy of listing in that it was unclear that this property was situated in a subdivision. We were under the assumption from the photos that it was in a secluded area. It turned out not to matter in the long run as we weren't outside much with the cold weather, and the view of the lake was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Was a great place to stay
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
My husband and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitni

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay, the house was beautiful, relaxing, and felt like home. The location of the property is awesome, in a quiet neighborhood and within 10-30 minutes of numerous things to do or places to go (grocery, ice-cream, frozen yogurt, pubs, restaurants, hiking trails, sand dunes, beaches, cideries, etc.). The view of the lake is beautiful and the amount of windows and natural light coming in is amazing. The property was very clean and the communication was prompt and very helpful. We recommend this property and will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Everything was absolutely wonderful during our stay. The house was clean and in the perfect location for everything we had planned in the Grand Haven/Muskegon area. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., I live in Wauwatosa, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
A great week!
We (4 adults and 3 young children) just finished a great week at this nice home. The house was clean and comfortable. The lake setting was lovely. We spent lots of time on the patio near the house and on the deck closer to the lake. There was a level yard in-between where the kids could run around. Two kayaks were available for our use. While the sandy beach was good for launching boats, it wasn't so good for swimming, but there was a nice one minutes from the house. And of course, there are the dunes close by. Adam was VERY responsive to our questions. We'd be happy to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sunsets!!
The home is clean and updated. Check in process and communication was a breeze. The lake views and access were beyond expectations!! Loved our stay. If I ever make it back to Michigan in the future, I would stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022