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Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, internet
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Marina

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill!

Prepare for the ultimate lake getaway at this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental in Dowagiac! With direct access to the calm waters of Little Crooked Lake, this charming cottage offers the perfect escape for outdoorsy groups. Enjoy a day of waterfront adventures in your backyard, hike through the Dowagiac Woods, or take a day trip to explore South Bend just 30 miles away. Once the sun starts to dip, take in unforgettable lake views as you grill up some dinner on the private deck.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sunroom w/ Lake Views | Private Dock | ~30 Mi to South Bend | Waterfront

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Basement: 5 Twin Beds, Twin Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, gas grill (propane provided), charcoal grill, patio w/ dining space, yard area, lake access
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, wine fridge, filtered water system, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, dining table, sunroom w/ seating area, board games, books, picture windows, lake decor
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, washer & dryer, window A/C units, hair dryer, keyless entry
FAQ: 2 steps to enter, bedroom & bathroom on main floor, stairs required to access downstairs bedroom, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), grass parking (2 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Little Crooked Lake (on-site), Round Lake (0.2 miles), Crooked Lake & Big Crooked Lake (0.3 miles), Magician Lake (2 miles), Dewey Lake (3 miles)
VISIT: Heddon Museum (11 miles), Silver Beach Carousel (17 miles), Pioneer Log Cabin Museum (19 miles), Niles Scream Park (23 miles), The Oliver Mansion (30 miles), Studebaker National Museum (30 miles), Potawatomi Zoo (31 miles), Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum (35 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Dowagiac Woods Nature Sanctuary (9 miles), Love Creek Nature Center (14 miles), Sarett Nature Center (14 miles), Fernwood Botanical Garden (22 miles), Wellfield Botanic Gardens (35 miles)
WINE & DINE: Dockside | Dining & Drinks (0.3 miles), The Strand Brewery (0.5 miles), Sister Lakes Brewing Company (0.7 miles), Moonrise Winery (8 miles), Karma Vista Vineyards & Winery (11 miles), Contessa Wine Cellars (12 miles), 12 Corners Vineyards (13 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (31 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee per stay (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 2 steps to enter and interior stairs are required to access the downstairs bedroom
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the garage facing the front entrance area and camera 2 is on the side of the house overlooking the backyard.The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232.3 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

504448

About the neighborhood

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Dowagiac, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Michigan College - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 24 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Andrews University - 27 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dan's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sister Lakes Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill! located?

This Dowagiac cottage is on the beach, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Magician Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Danneffel Lake and Brown Lake. Round Lake and Pine Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Sister Lakes Cottage w/ Dock & Grill! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
There were some asthetic issues with the property, such as siding that was coming off and a circut breaker that kept tripping. We did have a plumbing issue that was resovled the next day, which was nice :) As far as the location and the beach front it was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Cottage
The cottage was cute and worked well for our visit. The upstairs was wonderful and perfect for our needs. The pier and beach area were great. The area is wonderful & the lake is just the right size for bopping around in a pontoon and floating. The only thing I would say is that the downstairs is just a large room with a lot of beds and it was hard to get it cooled off, was musty and had active spiders, so we all decided to sleep upstairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house in Dowagiac, MI.
We did a three night stay. The house was very well maintained and in a good location. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. All in all, a good time for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
nice cottage, beach is tiny (not as shown in pictures) could use central air. 1 of the bedrooms upstairs is very hot. basement bedroom need to keep door open to rest of basement so that the basement cools down from the window unit in the basement bedroom. very expensive but comparable to other cottages in the area. Great time, we will def be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake front property
Nice property right on the lake. Enjoyed the neighborhood and how clear the water was.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Cathleen L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs updates
First off, communication was terrible. I didn’t get the code until day of and had to worry about the place getting canceled on. The house is just ok. Seems like there’s a lot of plumbing issues with the property..No bath tubs, Was missing a few things in the kitchen. (We had to buy our own toaster) pans could be updated. The outside area where the patio set isn’t leveled which we had to worry about falling over when seated. There are 20 stairs to get the lake front. If I would of known that I would have never booked this property. Definitely for younger people if you want to stay here. Only plus side about this property is the lake view, sandy beach front, and their back porch area in the home. I wouldn’t recommend but my family & I enjoyed ourselves outside of the home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
Very clean and spacious. Nice kitchen. There was a rotten-egg odor with the hot water from the tap; it cleared when the hot water tank was emptied (via running the shower). Occasionally the furnace made a loud “door-slamming” noise. Loved the sun room. Beautiful view of the lake. Lots of parking available.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023