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Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores

Lakefront vacation home in Muskegon with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Centrally located in Muskegon, this cozy 2-bedroom bungalow offers a tranquil retreat close to several Lake Michigan beaches like Pere Marquette Beach and Kruse Park Beach. Enjoy nearby lakes, parks, shopping spots and dining options for an exciting experience perfect for small families or couples.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores

Welcome to our cozy 2 bd bungalow that puts you centrally located to everything Muskegon and Norton Shores has to offer. Enjoy several Lake Michigan Beaches which includes the notable Pere Marquette Beach, tranquil PJ Hoffmaster Park and Kruse Park Beach one of Michigan's only dog beach. With additional lakes, parks, shopping, dining, and entertainment nearby this is an exciting experience you will enjoy. Great for a small family or couples retreat.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 858 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Any stays over 30 days must be pre-approved and are subject to signing a rental agreement

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Norton Shores, MI

What's nearby

  • Norman F. Kruse Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lakeshore Bike Trail - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jet's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Cabos - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores located?

Located in Norton Shores, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Lakeshore Bike Trail, and Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Muskegon Beach and Norman F. Kruse Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Betz Bungalow - Norton Shores Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was awesome. So clean and comfortable. Great location to Grand Haven and Spring Lake. Definitely would stay here again. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Nice Clean Property

We had some family celebrations in the area and found this little homes on VRBO. It is updated nicely, has very good internet and TV options. It is very clean and the owner always responded to any questions or concerns in a short period of time. We will definitely considering renting here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

Great Vacation Home

Had everything we needed. Can’t wait to stay there next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home appeared to be recently remodeled, very clean. Beds very comfortable. Backyard leaves a bit to be desired, looks like a number of trees have been removed this year which would account for the lack of grass. If the rest of the property shows anything I’d say the yard will be the next item to get some attention. Would definitely consider staying again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd E.

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

Great stay

Property owner was very communicative and responsive. Property was as advertised, no problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

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

Great access to the lake!

Perfect location, just a few miles away from several great Lake Michigan beaches. Easy to find and well-kept house with a fenced in backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Cute cottage

Great place to stay that is close to the beach. House was comfortable with everything we needed. There are many nice restaurants nearby. Would definitely love to vacation here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Perfect!

Everything needed was provided. Will stay again next timee in area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey W.

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

Excellent

House was perfect for us. Great location for the things we wanted to do! Loved that they had a fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bets bungalows

Such a beautiful place. So well kept and the owners are very accommodating. We loved our stay there. We had a great time in Muskegon! We went to Hearthstone for dinner and it was amazing. The beaches there are great too. We will definitely be back. Thanks Joe! You have a hidden gem on your hands.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A., Fenton michigan

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

Adorable house!

We very much enjoyed our stay at your house. It was super clean. The beds were very comfortable all the amenities we could need were there. It was close to everything and there was enough seating to watch television. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

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

The shores

Over all was a nice and comfortable stay. Back yard could have been alittle nicer. The house could have had more accomodations as far as soaps, locations, and kitchen/cooking accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gary F.

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

Cozy place

A house with just the right amount of amenities to meet our needs. The backyard could use a makeover. Would have used it a little more.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Cute and comfortable

Cute place. Well stocked with pots and pans, dishes, etc. Beds are comfortable. The bathroom is tiny, but it wasn't a problem for us. It was nice to let our dog out into the fenced yard. In early April, the weather was bad, but the place is very near Lake Michigan and a handful of parks/beaches. Easy access to stores. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Although we got off on the wrong foot, we enjoyed our stay overall. We showed up just after 3pm to find the cleaning lady still at the house. We waited a few minutes before walking up to let her know we were checking in, to which she was very rude and said check-in is normally not until 4pm and she wasn't done yet. I sent a message to Joe and he said he'd check what was going on. We drove around for almost an hour before I had to reach back out to see what was going on. Joe said she was gone and apologized for the delay, but didn't apologize for her being rude. The house is very clean and updated on the inside and just enough room for the 4 of us. The backyard could use a little work. It is very conveniently located, with short drives to several beaches, although it is situated right on a busy street - so the traffic noise was high. Wi-Fi and TV worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raechel O.

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

Cute as heck

Super cute and cozy little house. Perfect for 2 to 4 people. Best thing was they offered us a complimentary load of laundry. And we needed that. Good location, in-between 5 different beachs. They privided a book with info on beaches too. And no issues with communication or getting into home. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M. A. D.

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

Totally Satisfied

We had a restful yet invigorating stay at this Norton Shores Location. The home was well-appointed, clean, and very quiet which provided two good nights' sleep. The County and State Parks near Muskegon as well as the Muskegon and Grand Haven beaches were fun to explore. We enjoyed two evenings in Grand Haven and were treated to a concert in the park and the Magical Fountain light show. We hope to return in the fall. Thank you Joe and Aubrey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Lovely few days

Loved this property. The house was clean and stocked with what we needed. I have chronic back pain and the beds were comfortable and we all slept really well. The location of the property was nice and convenient, we were able to get to the state park, Grand Haven and Muskegon all in under 20ish minutes. There is a variety of things to do in the area, plenty of restaurants, and the house seems like it's in a pretty safe neighborhood. Overall we absolutely loved the house and area. We added a day to our trip and communication with the owners was easy and promt. We would stay at this VRBO again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew W.

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

Pleasant house

House was nice, McCracken rd. was busy. Our dogs liked the yard. Fence kept them safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daen C.

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

Better than Perfect

Property owners are amazing! What a great place. Resort quality environment within peaceful neighborhood. Beds are comfortable, decorating is professional and enjoyable. Provided much more than was needed. Will be keeping on our do again list.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Location!

Very Clean and Cozy Rental! Close to park, beach, restaurants etc. Pet friendly was a plus and not to far from Grand Haven!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

SANDRA H.

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

Small bathroom

Basically we were comfortable; however, if there is anyone in the party endowed with generous torso, the bathroom would not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHARON W.

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

Fishing vaca 2022

Great place to stay!! Very pleased!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie J.

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

Cozy

My family and I enjoyed this home, the layout made this cozy home seem bigger 🙂. The location was close all the most of the beaches and attractions. I would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Beautiful cottage

Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022