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Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan

Vacation home near Lake Express Ferry Terminal in Muskegon

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A house with a covered patio area featuring a table and chairs, a grill, and a small deck with steps.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Muskegon, MI
  • Place, Muskegon Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeshore Bike Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, USS LST 393
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Muskegon

Nims stay.With a stay at this Nims vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lakeshore Bike Trail and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Muskegon Lake and USS LST 393 are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Muskegon Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lakeshore Bike Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hackley and Hume Historic Site - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • USS LST 393 - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Michigan's Adventure - 20 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Liquid Assets - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪BoDocks Marina & Grill - ‬11 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.

Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan

Palmer House – Comfort Minutes from City & Shore

Discover the charm of Palmer House, a delightful three-bedroom, two-bathroom home located just a five-minute drive from Downtown Muskegon and the breathtaking shores of Lake Michigan. Blending comfort and convenience, this inviting residence offers easy access to both vibrant city experiences and peaceful lakeside escapes.

Whether you're planning a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled stay, Palmer House provides a welcoming home base close to it all.

Main Living Space

Designed for comfort and connection, the home features a warm and inviting interior ideal for families and small groups. Please note that stairs are required to enter the home and to access two of the bedrooms.

Kitchen and Dining

Enjoy the flexibility of home-cooked meals and casual gatherings, with indoor dining complemented by an outdoor dining area that truly elevates your stay.

Outdoor Space

Step outside to a private outdoor dining area complete with a propane firepit and grill—perfect for al fresco meals and relaxing evenings in Michigan’s beautiful weather. It’s an ideal setting for unwinding after a day exploring the city or the shoreline.

Location

Palmer House is ideally situated just minutes from Downtown Muskegon and Lake Michigan. A nearby bike trail offers scenic views of the tranquil lake, making it a great option for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

Home Features

• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Outdoor dining area
• Propane firepit
• Grill
• Close to Downtown Muskegon (5-minute drive)
• Close to Lake Michigan (5-minute drive)
• Nearby scenic bike trail
• Stairs required to enter the home and access two bedrooms

Rental Policies

• An additional occupancy fee of $25 per person applies for more than 4 guests. Please message with any questions.
• This is a smoke-free home. Any form of smoking inside the property—including cigarettes, marijuana, or other substances—will result in an additional minimum cleaning fee of $250.

With its convenient location, inviting outdoor space, and easy access to both city attractions and Lake Michigan’s shoreline, Palmer House offers a comfortable and memorable Muskegon getaway.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.3 mi (16-min drive) away from the Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.3 mi (24-min drive) from Grand Haven Beach and 2.9 mi (7-min drive) from Muskegon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan to downtown Muskegon?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Muskegon.

Palmer House Retreat: Minutes from Downtown Muskegon & Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lashun T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family oriented, clean and friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BreAnn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this place. It's very cozy and accommodated my family from out of town for their visit. This was a wonderful place for us all to meet up and enjoy meals and family time together. My family said the beds are extremely comfortable. It's also located close to downtown and the beach. We hope this place is available for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TeAndré F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. I misread our check out day and was immediately offered another property, just in case. Excellent hosts. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host had contact with me about check in. House was very clean and well represented in pics. Will definitely use this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maurine W.

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

Nice stay

Listing proved as advertised. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Love Muskegon!

My wife and I had a wonderful time on our trip to Muskegon. Palmer House is in a great location and had everything we needed to make our getaway great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing experience. The property was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The host was incredibly responsive and provided clear instructions and thoughtful touches that made our stay extra special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean spot, great kitchen for cooking. Great location. I had to reach out to get my door code activated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Very comfortable home

Spacious, comfortable, well appointed home close to the lake shore. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

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

Wonderful family trip

We stayed at the house for a wedding in town. The house was lovely, well equipped, and such cute decorations. Our entire combined family was comfy and felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

everything great except bed pushed against the wall. and did not like the sheets and comforter

pretty decorated well. loved kitchen, dining and living room. comfy couches. great location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clyde S.

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

Great location

Loved the house. Very clean. Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Charming

In town for a wedding. The location is great. Close to downtown and the beach. 2 levels and the loft gave us plenty of privacy. Everything is updated and plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bob R.

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

2024 Family Gathering

My two older sisters and I stayed here for a few days as an annual event. We meet each year in whatever city my conference is in. We completely enjoyed our stay but I would like to add a few things that stood out. One was that while the decor and feel was pleasant, it felt like a rental. There were several things I think would improve the stay. You should know that while there were three bedrooms they were all on separate floors. The top floor was obviously an add on and while it was okay, it was small and cramped. The middle bedroom was the only one with a closet and is on the main floor. The third was in the basement and seemed isolated from the rest of the house, there were three of us and so we slept on different floors. I would also point out there were no tissues throughout the house. I know this sounds picky but it makes a house more thoughtful for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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