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Always Philo-amazing fenced in yard, beaches down the road, walk to nature park

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Beach nearby, beach towels
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Muskegon, MI
  • Place, Norman F. Kruse Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeshore Bike Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Muskegon Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Always Philo-amazing fenced in yard, beaches down the road, walk to nature park

Relax, unwind, and make the most of Muskegon—just one mile from Lake Michigan. This pet-friendly 3-bedroom home is designed for easy, comfortable stays, with a huge fenced backyard, fire pit, and space for families, friends, and dogs to spread out and enjoy.

Whether you're here for beach days, fishing tournaments, or a quiet getaway, guests love how easy it is to settle in—from the comfortable beds to the fully stocked home with everything you need.

What You’ll Love About This Home

Huge Fenced Backyard & Patio
A standout feature of this home—perfect for letting kids and dogs play safely while you relax. Enjoy outdoor dining, yard games, or unwind after a day at the beach.

Fire Pit & Grilling Area
End your evenings around the fire or cook up a great meal outside. Perfect for laid-back nights with family and friends.

Pet-Friendly Stay
Dogs are welcome (up to two), and the fenced yard plus nearby walking spots make traveling with pets easy and stress-free.

Great Coffee Bar
Start your mornings in the cozy kitchen nook with a fresh cup before heading out for the day.

Fully Equipped Kitchen
Cook with ease—stocked with cookware, bakeware, spices, and those little extras guests often forget.

Smart TV, Wi-Fi & Workspace
Stream your favorite shows or catch up on work with reliable Wi-Fi and a dedicated desk space.

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements

Main Level Bedrooms (2)
Queen beds with plush memory foam mattresses for a great night’s sleep

Lower Level Bedroom
Two queen beds plus a cozy sitting area—ideal for teens, kids, or extra guests

Living Room
Queen sleeper sofa and 50” Smart TV

Two Full Bathrooms
Convenient for groups and families

Great Location for Exploring Muskegon
Pier Marquette Beach – about 1 mile
Downtown Muskegon – about 3 miles
Dune Harbor Park & Nature Trails
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex – skiing, skating, and luge
Grand Trunk Boat Launch & Marina – easy access for boaters and anglers
Michigan’s Adventure – about 22 minutes
Lake Express Ferry Terminal
Kruse Dog Park nearby

Ample driveway space makes this home especially convenient for guests traveling with boats, trailers, or outdoor gear.

Perfect for Every Season

From summer beach days and fall fishing tournaments to cozy winter weekends and holiday gatherings, this home offers comfort, space, and the amenities guests appreciate most. Come back from the lake, light the fire pit, and enjoy a stay that feels easy from start to finish.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Norman F. Kruse Park. Features include laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Lake Michigan and a few minutes from Lake Express Ferry Terminal
As a guest of Always Philo-amazing fenced in yard, beaches down the road, walk to nature park, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,425 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Place your used towels on the kitchen floor
If you brought your fur baby please check the yard for his poo and pick it up and throw it away
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Parties or Events Allowed

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: I dog - No cats allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Always Philo Ave Muskegon MI House
Always Philo Ave House
Always Philo Ave Muskegon MI
Always Philo Ave
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Muskegon
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Private vacation home
Always Philo Ave, Muskegon, MI Private vacation home Muskegon

P- Beach Days & Backyard Nights Huge Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place we have ever stayed at, very well stocked with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly back yard and great park down the street. Well stocked kitchen, loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely maintained, clean, and the host has everything prepared. A great option for traveling with kids and dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad N.

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

Great stay

This is a nice property and a convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

Would stay again

The house was clean and had a lot of natural light. The supplies were very well organized and labeled. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn B.

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

Awesome

We had a wonderful stay! Beds were comfortable, lots of “extras” (coffee pods, beach towels, games etc), great outdoor area, quick drive to the beach and the host was so friendly and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay!!!!Very clean house, well equipped with daily essentials, comfortable beds, very nice (fenced in) backyard, and great communication with Brenda! Only a few minutes to Lake Michigan!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad S.

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

Excellent

Perfect location and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with a beautiful back yard. Filled with tons of amenities. Walking distance to a great ice cream spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo E.

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

Irish music fest - family reunion

Brenda was a great host and very responsive. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Very comfortable stay

We were in Muskegon for a Memorial Service and to visit family. We were so happy with this darling home. The location was perfect and the beds were so comfy! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

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

Fishing weekend

Stayed here during a High School fishing tournament. Adequate room for 2 boats. Everything was great and clean. Comfortable beds. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Cute and clean!

The house is absolutely adorable. It was very clean and had everything we needed...and then some!! We all enjoyed our stay and felt at home here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Great place to stay

We always enjoy our stays in Brenda’s properties. The homes are beautifully decorated and so clean. Brenda is quick to respond any time we have a question! We would highly recommend her properties!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan B.

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

Muskegon vacation

Cute house in neighborhood close to bike trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Very Nice place

Property Manager was help and keep us notified. Enjoyed the stay. Hassle free and very clean and nice place. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Girls Trip

Great place! Clean, comfortable! Owner is awesome and communicates well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained home and yard. So many options for sitting inside and outside. Great fenced in backyard. Appreciated the spices and condiments for cooking. Comfortable beds. Quiet neighborhood. Excellent choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayla B.

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

Amazing home, amazing host, top tier place

Outstanding host, a beautiful home in a great location. The host is quick to respond, kind, and really thinks of everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I would 100% book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Second time

This was our second time staying here and it was just as great as the first time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Very nice place!

We had never been to Michigan before. This home was super clean and cute! The host had it stocked up for us and she made our stay so easy and pleasant. It was very close to the beach and downtown restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Perfect House

We have stayed at this property before. Perfect location, size and yard for us and our dogs. Host is great to work with and has everything needed on arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Wonderful

Clean, fresh, beautifully redone, and perfect for our small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

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

Cute cozy house with a great backyard

First time using VRBO. we were impressed by the coziness of the home and all the little details provided. Great private backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd P.

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

Nice little house fairly close to the beach

House is in nice shape. Great back yard. Not quickly walkable to the beach, but a short drive. Would be nice to have some beach chairs available. Overall a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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