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Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Norton Shores

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A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and patterned rug.
A spacious living area with a gray sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern interior with a black wall-mounted fireplace, a seating area with a metal chair and ottoman, and a patterned rug on the floor.
A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa. There are large windows providing a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Norton Shores, MI
  • Place, Mona Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Little Black Creek
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Muskegon

Norton Shores stay.With a stay at this Norton Shores vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mona Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan. Hackley and Hume Historic Site and Muskegon Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mona Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Little Black Creek - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Muskegon Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 18 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hearthstone Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Navarro's - ‬4 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.

Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach

Relax and enjoy our lake house on all-sports Mona Lake! Perfect for families that want to enjoy a fun time on an awesome lake that has Lake Michigan access. Spend your days boating on the water or enjoy a kayak ride out to Lake Michigan or over to Ross Park, drop a line off the private dock and see what you catch. Enjoy the fire pit in the evenings or sip on a glass of wine on the deck and enjoy your outdoor living area and kitchen.

The house is located close to several West Michigan destinations:
Downtown Muskegon - 10 minute car ride, 30-40 minute boat ride. Nightlife, festivals, Bike Time, restaurants
Downtown Grand Haven - 10 minute car ride 30-40 minute boat ride. Nightlife, boardwalk, Coast Guard Festival, restaurants
Mona Lake Boat Club - 2 minute boat ride
Ross Park Beach and Park with disc golf course - 2 minute boat ride

The lake house is spacious with a living room and dining areas, three bedrooms, a pull-out couch, (sleeps 10), two full baths, a fully stocked kitchen, a large kitchen island and large dinning table, an awesome covered deck with grilling area, outdoor TV, propane fire table and fire pit only steps away from the waters edge.

The dock is capable of mooring two 30+/- foot boats, and has a triple place personnel watercraft drive on lift. Enjoy the use of 3 open bow kayaks, and a paddle board. Guest must bring their own lifejackets.

Please consider before renting: Our lake house sits in quiet family friendly area. We love the peace of the area and respect our neighbors. No outdoor loud music on the deck, large group gatherings, bachelorette/bachelor or parties of the sort.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Kitchen island

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Paddleboard
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi (9-min drive) away from the Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.5 mi (15-min drive) from Grand Haven Beach and 5.3 mi (15-min drive) from Muskegon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach to downtown Muskegon?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi away from Muskegon.

Mona Lake Living - Awesome lake frontage with kid friendly beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in/out and beautiful house. Outdoor space is great for hanging out. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Great host!Awesome house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay! We had a question for the owner, and he was quick to respond and assist.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilly C.

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

Great Stay!

This house was perfect for our group. The finishings were very nice and the kitchen was one of the highlights. There was a ton of outdoor seating options which was also a huge plus. We enjoyed the lake as well as driving over to Muskegon Beach. Thanks Thom!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great place!

Beautiful home and view. Friendly neighbors as well. Our family had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall R.

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

Better than advertised!

This is one of the few places that actually looks as good or better than the photos. Super clean, comfortable and very well stocked with coffee and all the other cleaning needs, dishes, Bakeware etc. We stayed here with two families of 4 for a long holiday week and the place is great - nice beach area, conveniently located close to stores, restaurants, etc. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family vaca 2023

Our family has not taken a vacation in 7 years and this was the best getaway we could have asked for
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggi R.

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

Ahhhhh......

A wonderful relaxing home! I have family that lives in town and this was a perfect spot; I hosted a small fire one night and the kids fished and had so much fun. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

ATL

The house was very nice and the outside areas were amazing! We didn’t have to leave the whole time we were there and our kids had a blast playing on the beach and in the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzy s.

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

Amazingly beautiful!

Such a great property! Everything you could possibly want and a great space with plenty of comfortable outdoor seating and TV spaces for football watching. So beautifully redone and a great view of the lake. Look forward to coming back in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Great Lake house

We had four adults and four kids stay in this cute house on the lake. The kids woke up every morning to fish and kayak all day. The younger two kids loved the sandy beach area and the adults enjoyed the outdoor kitchen area. Plenty of room on the dock for our 21 foot boat. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela d.

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

Lakeside paradise

Loved the house from the moment we walked in every detail ! The patio is perfect for hanging out with your family it has everything you can think of grill ,fireplace , tv, fridge , firepit ,plenty of seating and the beautiful view ! The views are breathtaking everything was super clean inside and out the owner was so helpful when we didnt know how to work the tv in the bedroom he came right over to fix it for us we really enjoyed our time here and would love to come back and stay again someday if i could give 10 stars i would !!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

GREAT HOUSE! Perfect for a relaxing get away

This house is absolutely beautiful. Everything was brand new and styled perfectly. It had everything you need. We enjoyed using the kayaks and paddle board. We were even greeted with a nice bottle of wine waiting for us on the counter. We were looking for a relaxing family get away and this was the perfect choice. We will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nolan M.

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

Perfect weekend hangout

the place is immaculate. everything updated. plenty of beds, and a great lanai with grill and TV. couldn't have asked for anything more. really solid property. I Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Great outdoor amenities

We enjoyed the home’s outdoor amenities so much - kayaking, sun deck by the lake, grilled and watched tv on the patio in comfy recliners. The fireplace was perfect for the cool nights. The inside is like new and super clean. It was just a short trip to Silver Lake for buggy riding on the dunes, shopping at Grand Haven and hiking at Hoffmaster State Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Great stay and host!

We had an incredible vacation staying at Thom's home! Thom was extremely responsive leading into the trip and during our stay, providing lots of local recommendations and ensuring we had everything we needed and more. The cleanest vacation rental I have ever stayed in, new construction. Every detail is thought through, you don't need to travel with your house- it is all there. Great set up for families with kids, adults can keep a close eye on kiddos playing in the sand and shallow warm water. Highly recommend, thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Great place to relax with the family

family needed a place to stay together for a wedding weekend. From the moment we walked in there was just a feeling of relaxation that affected us all. Plenty of room for our 7 plus all the bags. Amazing kitchen, dock, outdoor space. Close enough to shopping district to get food deliveries. Very evident that the property owner put a great deal of thought into making this home into a haven.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Excellent location

Thom's place was the perfect getaway for our group of 4! The house was spacious, bright and clean, and the beds very comfortable. The amenities at the house were outstanding,with plenty of seating and lounging area, including two firepits with provided gas and wood. The house is right on Mona Lake, and we were even able to rent a boat and go out to Lake Michigan for cruising and sunsets. Not only is the location on the lake excellent, but the house is minutes from groceries and restaurants. We had an awesome time and hope to rent Thom's place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie C.

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

Million dollar views and very clean!

Beautiful and very clean home...million dollar views...family enjoyed fishing, kayaking, firepit, back porch, birds, ducks, possible eagle, and the great grandchild (would visit for the day) loved the little beach making sand castles. Beds were comfortable...except for the pull out couch (would be sufficient for a small child). The family had an exceptional time making lots of memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

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

Gorgeous house!

This house looks even better in person! It has absolutely everything you need for your stay and it looks like a newly built home with a modern lake house feel. Everything was so well put together! Paddle board, kayaks, fishing rods, fire pit and so much outdoor seating. Thom was great at answering questions with very quick response time. We will definitely be staying here again next summer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Perfect up north getaway!

Thoms home was absolutely stunning and perfectly equipped with everything you need for a lake house stay. From perfectly soft (and amazing smelling) sheets, to kitchen cookware, to the kayaks and outdoor setting - this was the best lake house we’ve ever stayed at. Our kids enjoyed playing in the sand and lake in the backyard, and we were never far from an activity, such as the beautiful Pere Marquette beach, downtown Grand Haven, and of course Michigan Adventure! It’s clear that Thom poured a lot of love into this place, and we’re so grateful that he shared his home with us. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon H.

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

Lake life is the best life!

Gorgeous home on a beautiful lake! This house was perfect for me and my husband, our 2 teenage daughters and our mom & dad for our annual week-long summer vacation. We most enjoyed the outdoor space...playing yard games, fishing off the dock, sunning on the tubes, kayaking, watching the Olympics and playing cards on the covered patio and smores at the fire pit. Also enjoyed a few trips to Grand Haven and to Lake Michigan for the most beautiful sunsets. The house was newly renovated, very clean and comfortable with a fully stocked large kitchen. Thom was a most gracious host and always responded quickly via text. Thanks for sharing this gem with us Thom!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Majda M.

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

Mona lake house

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. The owner really thought everything out. We had everything we needed. The property exceeded our expectations. The outside was fantastic. Plenty space and area to hang out, grill, relax and make s’mores. The sitting areas with the grill was covered and has a tv. So even when it rained we were able to enjoy the outside. There’s even a little beach area - no need to leave and go somewhere else. The only suggestion I have for the owner is to change the time he has set for the sprinkle system. It kind of put a damper on the kids being able to play outside. It came on even during the rain. Otherwise would definitely love to come again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Krista

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

Great property

The property is very nice and the outdoor furniture was comfortable. We had a bit of trouble with the lock on the door but figured it out. It’s close to multiple beaches. There were beach towels which was nice. We had four in our party, which is almost more than the living room supports for watching TV. The grill was pretty dirty so we didn’t use it and we weren’t sure about how the flattop drained grease so we didn’t use that either. I wish there were hangers in the closets. A few things for the owners- the bottom dishwasher rack is missing wheels so tough to get in and out. The indoor soundbar and the oven fan didn’t work. Overall very well maintained and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024