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Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Relax in this Muskegon haven, where a large patio overlooks the channel and Pier Marquette beach is within walking distance. Unwind with a fire pit on chilly evenings or try your luck at fishing along the water's edge. A BBQ area and fenced-in yard provide ample space to enjoy quality time with loved ones.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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 Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay

Always Channel – Life on the Water, All Year Long

Wake to glowing sunrises over Muskegon Lake and watch boats and freighters glide past your front-patio firepit at Always Channel, a 2 BR, 2 BA waterfront home that sleeps 8. Nestled directly on the Muskegon Channel, this all-season retreat offers breathtaking views, a fenced yard, and a short 10-minute walk to Pere Marquette Beach, the lighthouse, and pier.

Relax on the front patio with firepit, or gather in the backyard with grill and outdoor bar—perfect for summer barbecues or snowy winter nights under the lights. Inside, an open layout connects the cozy living room, fully equipped kitchen, and dining area, creating a warm space for family, friends, and pets to unwind together.

We provide bikes, beach toys, baby gear, wagon, chairs, and umbrella so every stay feels easy. Two dogs are welcome—no pet fee—and the fenced yard keeps pups and kids safe.

Whether you’re planning a holiday gathering, a winter escape by the water, or a sun-filled summer getaway, Always Channel is your perfect base for Muskegon adventures.

Why Guests Love It
• Sleeps 8 guests comfortably (2 BR / 2 BA + sleeper sofa)
• Pet friendly with fenced yard (no fee!)
• Front-row water views of the Muskegon Channel
• Patio firepit + backyard grill and bar for gatherings
• 10-minute walk to Pere Marquette Beach and lighthouse pier
• Complimentary bikes, beach gear & baby essentials
• Minutes to Muskegon State Park and Downtown Muskegon

Spring brings blooming trails and quiet bike rides. Summer means beach days and sunsets over Lake Michigan. Fall colors glow across the channel, and winter invites cozy nights by the firepit and snowy fun nearby.

Book your waterfront getaway today and experience Muskegon’s magic—all year long!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,394 square feet

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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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Place the used towels on the kitchen floor
If you had your fur baby with you.. please check the yard for his poo and pick it up please
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Parties are allowed at the home. No weddings, No family reunions, no baby showers.
No Parking in the street. This is a city rule.
We are pet friendly walk around the yard and pick up the poo, if your dog has an accident in the home clean it up. excess fur please vacuum

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: we have a highchair, pack-n-play at the home

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 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
Muskegon, MI

What's nearby

  • Muskegon State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • USS Silversides - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harbour Towne Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Cabos - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Beachwood-Bluffton vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of USS Silversides and Lake Michigan. Harbour Towne Beach and Pere Marquette Park Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Always Channel Waterfront Muskegon Vacation Home Pet Friendly, Year-Round Stay Reviews

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Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dick D.

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

Channel

Great! wonderful home wonderfully furnished and a wonderful location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Wonderful Vacation Home

Lovely property including a magnificent cement front porch with partial cover for lounging. Water view and a short walk to both Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. House was spacious and hostess thought of everything! Lots of labels to help us find things. Beautiful kitchen with all essentials and many extras. Bathrooms were roomy, we enjoyed air conditioning, and home was beautifully decorated. Access to garage with bikes and beach toys. We brought our own and appreciated a place to lock them up. Side patio included grill and bar area, covered. We highly recommend this property for a family vacation! We would like to return ourselves, and probably will.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy N.

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

Beautiful home!

This home is just beautiful and the location can't be beat! There was everything that we needed and more. We were just really impressed and had a wonderful time! Loved watching the boats go up and down the channel.Thank you for everything!The Narhi's
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! The location is on a quiet dead-end road and right along the channel so you see lots of boats coming and going which was fun to watch. It is a quick walk to the beach and The Deck restaurant so you don’t have to worry about parking or traffic. The availability of having bikes and a wagon for use was nice. The house was well stocked, including items you may forget to pack (floss, toothpaste, soap, etc), it was very clean and comfortable and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOANN M.

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

Nice getaway!

We enjoyed our stay even though the weather was rainy and chilly. Lovely view of the channel. The house was filled with everything you could possibly need. So much attention to detail in this beautiful home. Thank you to the host, Brenda.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Very impressive

Was exactly as advertised and the property manager was more than helpful with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

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

"Perfectly Peaceful Getaway on the Muskegon Channel"

I had an amazing stay at this beautiful house on the Muskegon Channel! The peaceful location offered stunning views, and the home itself was cozy, clean, and well-equipped. It was the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a serene getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart G.

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

Short Stay

As off season did a short stay to visit family and friends. So much better than a hotel and the view of the channel is wonderful. The house is newly redone and has all the perfect amenities. The kitchen is better stocked then a Homegoods store.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant G.

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

Excellent stay

Excellent property with great amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariann R.

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

Always Channel

Loved the house and the location. Very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Amenities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Muskegon Lake Channel House

Very comfortable and homey vacation rental . Pleasantly surprised by the well supplied kitchen and bathrooms. The host thought of all the details to wow the guest during their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

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

Great stay

Beutiful home, no detail overlooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Perfect getaway

Walk to beach and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Review

The house was absolutely beautiful. The pictures didn't do it justice. We couldn't have wanted anything. She thought of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bambi and John B.

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

A Relaxing getaway

Our stay was fantastic. The home is beautifully decorated, and so cleaned, our views of watching the boats go by in the channel was relaxing . We enjoyed everything about this place. I highly recommend this beautiful place. John & Bambi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Gorgeous Lake House

Beautiful lake house right on the channel connecting Lake Michigan to Lake Muskegon. Immediately begin walking the channel as you walk out front. Boats, deer, swans so much to see while just sitting on the patio. The house has been beautifully redone with an open floor plan that keeps everyone together so you don’t miss anything because you’re in the kitchen or dining room, etc. the whole stay was incredibly pleasant and I look forward to staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Perfect Get Away

My family loved the space and we have already talked about our next trip to this space. You instantly feel at home here, we really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

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

perfect get-a-way.

Beautiful home in an amazing location! The attention to details was impressive and made our stay comfortable and easy. The house is on a channel, with Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan within walking distance. So many great parks, hiking trails and restaurants nearby! We brought our labs Maggie and Henry and we appreciated the convenience of the fenced yard. Amazing experience, wonderful and cozy home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leif J.

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

Cool spot! Great rental!

The attention to detail in this rental is what stood out the most! Everything you might need along with little things you may have forgotten are provided, which was a pleasant surprise. The location was great right on the channel. We want to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh V.

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

Fishing trip

The house was great and great location for boating. If lake michigan was to nasty you could still fish muskegon lake
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Fantastic!

This property not only has a lovely location, but was absolutely perfect! From the great layout with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths to the spacious open kitchen/living area our stay was so comfortable! We have stayed in many vacation rentals and this one is tops! So much detail to amenities… bring your clothes and you are set! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

randy and dhiann b., Indianapolis, IN

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

Michigan getaway

This house right on the channel is charming and comfortable! It was very clean and well-stocked with anything you can think of. The front patio was lovely for watching ships and boats of all sizes. We appreciated the fenced in yard for our two medium-sized dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri C., Indianapolis

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

A few days with Great Friends

This property is top notch and exceeded all of our expectations. It’s comfortable, clean, and so well stocked. Brenda has thought of anything and everything you would need. The location is awesome especially if you have a boat that you can dock at the marina. Being on the canal, there’s never a dull moment! You can sit out front in comfortable chairs or couch and watch all the boats. We have already booked our stay for next year. Awesome Vrbo
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R.

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

It was perfect!

Larger than you think - great porch area for bikes and dodging rain drops - the home layout was really thought out. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025