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Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Always Philo in Muskegon, Mi offers a stylish 3-bedroom retreat with a large fenced-in backyard and patio perfect for grilling and gathering around the fire pit. Dog owners will love being just down the road from Krusse Dog park. With Pier Marquette Beach on Lake Michigan within walking distance, you can easily enjoy kiteboarding, swimming or simply take in the views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • 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 Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home

Stay at Always Philo—your 3-bedroom, 2-bath Muskegon home just one mile from Lake Michigan and close to downtown. Enjoy a fenced yard, fire pit, grill, and coffee bar in this pet-friendly getaway. Perfect for holidays, winter weekends, or summer beach days—near parks, trails, and the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex for year-round fun.
Always Philo – Your Muskegon Getaway Near Lake Michigan

Welcome to Always Philo!
This stylishly updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends comfort and convenience, making it the perfect year-round retreat for families, adventurers, and lake lovers. Located just one mile from Lake Michigan and close to downtown Muskegon, Always Philo invites you to relax, explore, and make lasting memories in every season.

What You’ll Love About This Home

Great Coffee Bar: Start your mornings right in the cozy kitchen nook with a freshly brewed cup.

Large Fenced Backyard & Patio: Plenty of space to relax, dine, and unwind outdoors.

Pet-Friendly: Dogs only (up to 2 allowed). Your furry friends will love the open yard.

Grilling Area & Fire Pit: Perfect for outdoor gatherings and evenings under the stars.

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stocked with cookware, bakeware, and spices for easy home cooking.

Smart TV & WiFi: Stream your favorite shows or catch up on work with the dedicated desk space.

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements

Main Level Bedrooms (2): Each with a queen bed and plush memory foam mattress for restful nights.

Lower Level Bedroom: Two queen beds plus a cozy sitting area — great for guests or teens.

Living Room: Spacious and open, with a queen sleeper sofa and 50" Smart TV.

Two Full Bathrooms provide convenience for families and groups.

Nearby Attractions & Activities

1 Mile to Pier Marquette Beach – Swim, sunbathe, or stroll the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Muskegon Winter Sports Complex – Enjoy cross-country skiing, ice skating, and Michigan’s only luge track.

Dune Harbor Park & Nature Trails – A beautiful new spot for walks and birdwatching.

Downtown Muskegon (3 miles) – Explore restaurants, shops, and local events.

The Deck Restaurant – A beachfront favorite for food and live music in summer.

Michigan’s Adventure (22 minutes) – A family favorite for thrill rides and water fun.

Grand Trunk Boat Launch & Marina – Easy access for boaters and anglers.

Lake Express Ferry Terminal – Cross Lake Michigan to Milwaukee in under 3 hours.

Krusse Dog Park – Let your pup run and play nearby!

Perfect in Every Season

Whether you’re planning a holiday gathering, a winter weekend, or a summer beach escape, Always Philo has everything you need for a comfortable, memorable Muskegon stay. Warm up by the fire pit, explore snowy trails, or spend long sunny days on the shore — this home is made for year-round enjoyment.

Book Your Stay

Come see why guests love Always Philo for its location, comfort, and charm. Book your stay today and experience the best of Muskegon in every season.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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 elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Muskegon

What's nearby

  • Muskegon Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • USS Silversides - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Muskegon State Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ALDI - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cabos - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home located?

This family-friendly Muskegon vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Norman F. Kruse Park and Muskegon Beach. Lake Michigan and Lake Express Ferry Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Always Philo – Relax & Gather in This 3BR, 2BA Family-Friendly Muskegon Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V., St. Charles, Iowa

Wonderful

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Very Nice House

Nice size of the yard, the look of the rooms are all nice, beds, kitchen stuff, TV everything. One issue is the rear steps. Really nice vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Trip back home

Brenda and her husband were very welcoming and great to work with. Always available if we had any questions. Quick replies when we did have any requests or questions. Would not heitate to rent from them again. All in all a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Santee, California

Beautiful, well equipped and convenient!

We were in town for a family wedding and needed a place to call home each night after family times together. This beautiful cottage allowed us to be close to the groom’s parents, but also gave us a space to rest, recharge and prepare our simple breakfasts. The place was clean, and has a fully stocked kitchen with comfy furniture and beds, and lovely decor. Brenda was a great hostess and all communication prompt. We would not hesitate to stay here again. Having a key code entrance was very convenient!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Collin P.

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

Wonderful stay

We were highly impressed by the cleanliness of this house and overall amenities offered. We are a family of 4 who brought our maltipoo along on a memorable vacation. The house was very well taken care of, offered many things to make your stay more comfortable (extra blankets, everything you could need in the kitchen, extra toiletries should you have forgotten anything, etc.). While we are out of the pack-and-play stage I greatly appreciated seeing one with sheets, etc. Kid friendly dishes, bowls and cups also offered were a pleasant surprise. The location served us very well too. Kruse Park (dog friendly beach) is less than 5 minutes away and was phenomenal - clean, beautiful and much less crowded than the other beaches. We also took day trips to other towns making this location very convenient as well. On a rainy day we took in the children's museum which was a hit for our 2nd grader and preschooler. Note: Two beach chairs were available for us to use as well as a new washer and dryer. When reviewing prior reviews, these are mentioned as suggestions, so I'm happy to share they are now offered. Both made our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Mueskegon Escape

Very clean, quiet, and charming. I enjoyed the quiet and having everything available that we could possibly need (even spare readers, thank you!!!) for a weekend of R&R. Dogs LOVED the fenced yard to run free and the host was very responsive. I would stay here again if returning to the area. Just a lovely and peaceful stay, Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Quick trip away

The house was perfect. Brenda has thought of everything you could possibility need while away from home! The house and backyard were beautiful. It was only a mile from the beach which was great for kids and dogs and there was a park just down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

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

Perfect house for our family

Beautifully decorated older 3BR house. We loved the layout and the fenced in yard for our dog. The owner has thought of everything one might need for a short stay. The house had comfortable beds and up to date appliances. Good location—our only negative was that we were hoping we could walk to the beach but it was a little too far so we drove. Otherwise, a nice relaxing few days and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

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

Wonderful Vacation House

The whole process was very easy. Brenda was responsive and helpful! The house was very kid friendly with board games, books, etc. and really made our kids feel at home. Also, there are tons of playgrounds near this house so there was always a new place to check out. Overall, the house w!s a joy to stay at!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Every need anticipated. Impeccable!

The house is just about perfect. Our dog loved the dedicated dog blankets. Beds were all very comfy. The design: modern, warm, cheery. Our dog (and all of us) loved the front and back yards.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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

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

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

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