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5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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A two-story house with a garage, a balcony, and a well-lit interior.
A crowded beach with umbrellas, beach chairs, and people enjoying the water.
A person climbing a wooden structure with a view of a beach and sunset.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, and large windows with views of a lake and greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a ceiling fan, large windows, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142763 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Muskegon, MI
  • Place, Muskegon State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, USS Silversides
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pere Marquette Park Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Beachwood-Bluffton stay.A stay at this Beachwood-Bluffton vacation home places you steps from USS Silversides and within a 5-minute walk of Muskegon Lake. Also, Harbour Towne Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Michigan is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Muskegon State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • USS Silversides - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harbour Towne Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Muskegon Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BoDocks Marina & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake Bluff Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pop A Top - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon

Fresh water sea breezes are on the channel between Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. And a short walk to an award winning beach and the Deck.. With 2 balconies overlooking the channel, enjoy watching the marine traffic all day. The main floor balcony is a covered and screened in, so you can enjoy it no matter the weather or the few bugs we have here. The 5br house sleeps 14 in beds and has 2 living rooms. Great business retreat with 8 single beds. Both have their own TV and sitting area, and the upstairs has 2 twin trundle day beds (4 twin size beds)! Great for kids to have their own space.
Stocked kitchen with everything you'll need for a big family meals, and 2 dining areas that each seat up to 10 each. Step out the front door to the channel boardwalk and walk, run, or bike to the beach, light house, 2 live music restaurants, or submarine museum. We provide adult and kid bikes, as well as beach chairs. Pere Marquette Beach is like the Caribbean during summer months. If you bring a boat, there's a launch at the marina all within walking distance of the house called Harbor Towne. If you have a larger boat, Harbor Towne has transient slips to rent. Also within walking distance are 2 up beat award winning restaurants with nightly live music and outdoor seating; The Deck and BoDocks (new)! And for historians, there's a submarine museum featuring the USS Silversides, a real WW2 Submarine about 4 houses down. This area is and turn of the century actors colony with the likes of Buster Keaton summering here. We also have one of the largest Michigan purple Martin colonies a few doors down. Lakeside business district is 2.5 miles from us. Restaurants, distillery, donut shop, made in MI shop, souvenir shops, pizza, pubs, and convenience store. Downtown Muskegon is 5 miles away and is bustling with restaurants, farmers markets, event venues, breweries and distilleries! We provide linens and house towels. Bring your beach towels!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,763 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you have a minute, start a load of laundry for us. It will help us get the next guest in earlier. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We cant host events at the house as we have parking and insurance restrictions
This is a neighborhood so quiet times 10PM to 8 AM please

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number city of muskegon rental inspections

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Boat Watcher's Paradise in the Bluffton Area of Muskegon
Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton of Muskegon

Frequently asked questions

How close is 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon to the airport?

This vacation home is 10 mi (22-min drive) away from the Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Harbour Towne Beach and 13-minute walk from Pere Marquette Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon to downtown Muskegon?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Muskegon.

5BR Channel View Retreat! Near the Beach in Bluffton - Muskegon Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Great host and location.

Incredibly helpful host and location easily walkable to beach. Had enough space to fit four families.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have asked for more for our extended family vacation. The home is lovely, the kitchen and pantry accommodated snacks and meals, and the walk to the public beach made it easy to come and go whenever we wanted. An added plus was the screened in porch facing the channel which allowed us to sit and visit and watch the boats.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had forgotten a pack and play and the manager provided one much to our relief. His service was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

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

Great house on the channel

We enjoyed sitting out on the patio watching all the different boats go through the channel. We also went down to the beach every day. Our grandkids enjoyed the several playgrounds in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

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

Muskegon Channel Home

You can’t ask for a better location or a nicer, well appointed home for a family vacation. This home has it all. Rent this home with the confidence that will meet all of your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Excellent home and host

Beautiful, clean home with an unbeatable view of the channel. My parents enjoyed the relaxing views from the screened in porch, while our kids marveled at the big ships. Ed was extremely responsive and made sure our experience was a great one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

Muskegon Beach 2022

We had a fabulous time at the house. Just a few minutes drive, walk or bike ride from one of the greatest beaches I’ve ever been. The house is immaculate. The screened in porch is perfect for breakfast and coffee conversations. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

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

Fabulous family place

It is clean, well stocked with every need and has plenty of room for our family of twelve ages 20 months - 72. I’m the grandma and enjoyed my own room and my three sons, their wives and children all had their separate spaces too. Plenty of bathrooms to match. Pier Marquette beach is the best beach in middle Lake Michigan. Loved the submarine next door, the deck and the best sand in the Great Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

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

Beautiful home!

This is an exceptional house, beautifully appointed and maintained, and it's in a great location. The home is comfortable and luxurious, inside and out. We especially enjoyed watching the boats going by on the channel, but never felt intruded on, because of the lawn that separates the house from the channel. Also, the host is extremely helpful and communicative and the house is really well organized. We had a wonderful time and would wholeheartedly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Great vacation near the wonderful Lake Michigan

We had such a wonderful stay at this lovely home on the channel. Everything was as described and there was nothing we were longing for. The kitchen was well supplied, there were bikes and coolers and some beach toys, and the house was clean and well kept. This was a great family vacation, with kids ranging in age from 1 to 14. Everyone, including the adults, found plenty to do. We are already thinking about next summer and hoping this place will be available again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Wonderful Muskegon Vacation

We rented this property for our family vacation; 8 adults and 6 children ages 2-14. Plenty of room for all; house is lovely and so comfortable. Kitchen very well stocked with everything I could ask for. Fabulous location on the channel, loved watching the endless line of boats going by, especially 3 huge freighters. Especially loved the screened porch, many bikes, coolers, games and cards! Saw the WWII Submarine, did mini-golf, enjoyed beach days. One of the best West Michigan family vacations we’ve had, and look forward to returning next summer! Thank you, Ed, for your warm hospitality and prompt help when needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

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

Amazing House for Multi-Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay in Muskegon. We had 4 families traveling from 3 different states. The house easily accommodated everyone and their needs. We cooked the majority of our meals and found the kitchen to have everything we needed in terms of appliances, ample utensils, and pots and pans. We enjoyed many meals, conversations and games on the screened in balcony. The garage included many beach chairs and a beach cart for our use, which was very convenient, along with several bikes of various sizes. The host was friendly and very communicative. We had a wonderful stay and would not hesitate to return again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Wonderful Channel house

The Channel house was perfect for our 3 generation family reunion for 14 of us. The house was nicely furnished, and kitchen well stocked. The house was spacious enough for all of us, and had everything that we needed…even bikes for those who wanted to bike ride, beach chairs, etc. The host even loaned us some fishing poles to use! The location is unbeatable, with beaches at Lake Michigan as well as Lake Muskegon within walking distance. And fun just to watch the boats go by on the channel also. The host was very responsive and accessible, with references for pontoon boat and jet ski rentals, and any other questions we had. There’s plenty of activities to enjoy in the area. We spent a day at Michigan’s Adventure (water park and amusement park), and enjoyed supper at the Deck. Don’t hesitate to rent this lovely house for a fun Lake Michigan vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect all around!!

We stayed last week with 8 adults and 4 toddlers. The place was just as described, but we were surprised to find it’s even better than the pictures! It easily had room for all of us. It was the best stocked rental we have ever had. Everything we needed was there, from kitchen supplies to beach chairs. They have truly thought of everything. The property manager was great to communicate with, and even stopped by twice to help with the keypad and a tiny kitchen issue. He arrived quickly and was so kind! Location was excellent. We enjoyed fishing right out the front door and a peaceful walk to the lighthouse. The balconies had beautiful views and the screened in one was great for our late night euchre tournaments. We could quickly walk to 2 beaches and they were beautiful! We loved the local restaurants, The Deck and Dockers. Great food and even better atmosphere with the live music!! We really had an excellent week and would not hesitate to return & recommend it to family & friends. Thank you so much for such a special week with our kids & grandkids!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

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

Family Vaca

Room for all of us (12) in this nicely located home. My husband and I invited our 3 kids and their spouses (Age 31-37) and our 4 grandchildren (6 weeks to 3.5 years old) to come stay with us as their schedules allowed. We loved sitting on the screened in main floor deck watching the Freighters, Ferry, Cruise Ship and other boats, walking to the beaches and restaurants. The Century Club Shops, Muskego Western Market and Unruly on W Western Ave in Muskegon were fun to browse through. We also enjoyed Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo in New Era - a wonderful place for the kids of all ages. The Muskegon Lake Beach was super close and just the right size for the littles. Pere Marquette Beach is just beautiful. We walked to the sunset almost every night. The home was very well stocked with had nearly everything we required. Ed was an awesome host. He was very responsive to help us locate a few items and even anticipated our needs, bringing just what we needed! We highly recommend this place and would love to return if we ever plan to vacation in the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

Perfect multi family beach house

This house has plenty of room for family gatherings. There’s great space both inside and out and a great view from the decks overlooking the channel to watch all the boat traffic. The house was very clean and stocked with everything you need. The kids loves having the bikes to ride down to the beach and it’s also close enough to walk. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

Great place on the Channel!

This house is very comfortable and great for a group. Watching the boats go by on the channel is so fun! And there are 2 great beaches very close, you can easily walk to the one on Muskegon Lake. Everything you need is either there or a short drive away. And there’s plenty to do. We rented a pontoon boat and cruised the channel and lakes. And thanks for all the quick assistance Ed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Very accomodating

This is the 7th year our Leadership team has rented a space for our annual week long strategic planning session. There was more than enough space for 9 of us including multiple dining areas and 6 sleeping areas. We enjoyed the screened in deck most days and all fit comfortably. The house was well stocked with cooking, dining, and serving dishes as well. That is often not the case in our experience! The property manager communicated with us throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed as well. We look forward to booking next year's event with our host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Esther R.

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

Unbeatable Location

We had a great time at this very nice property. The location was perfect as it falls between two beaches. The property manager was excellent and the house had more supplies than any other house I’ve rented. There is a huge amount of space, so everyone felt that they had some privacy. The best part was watching boats come in from the wonderful screened in balcony. The only thing I thought could be better was the cleanliness (floors, counter tops, refrigerator, window wells, etc.). For the nightly cost, I was expecting things to be cleaner overall although I do know I have comparatively high standards for cleaning. My friends and I would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

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

Great time

We had such an amazing time at this cottage. We planned this last minute and were so thankful we stubled upon this. We fished every day right off the end of the peer (use worms and leeches if you can find them ;-). We hiked a state park just to the south, rented a pontoon boat and tube, went to the beach and much more. We had a great time and plan on coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

Outstanding

Great location and house. Just as advertised. Being on the channel is a great location, having bikes available is a real plus in this area. Excellent communication as we checked in and had questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

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

Great for our large family

The house was a great size for our large family of 14. Plenty of bedrooms for everyone. Very close to the public beach and restaurant called the Deck that had live music every night. We had fun exploring the area. Also, the owner and house cleaner went above and beyond to return some precious jewelry to us after we checked out, which we truly appreciated. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Muskegon area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Beautiful lakefront house

We enjoyed our weekend in Muskegon very much. The house was spacious and immaculate. It has two balconies and a fabulous channel view. It is pin-drop quiet and peaceful at night. The owner was very attentive, but we didn't need his help; the layout of the house makes everything seamless. Among other things you will have eleven bicycles at your disposal! This is a premium location in a gorgeous area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marcia S.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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