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Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp!

Lake days await in Dowagiac when you book this no-frills family home. Equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and all the essentials, this vacation rental makes the perfect place to post up for the weekend. On warm afternoons, get the idyllic Michigan experience by walking down the road to Magician Lake for a swim, using the boat launch to the right of the park, or touring downtown Sister Lakes. For dinner, stop by one of the local farm stands to pick up fresh ingredients or grill up your fresh catch!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walk to Magician Lake | 3 Mi to Downtown Sister Lakes | Enclosed Porch w/ Magician Lake View

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Screened Porch: Full Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened porch w/ seating, unfenced yard, outdoor dining area, gas grill, wood-burning fire pit, beach chairs, 2 kayaks (waiver required), life jackets
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs (all bedrooms), dining table, board games, electric fireplace, cozy living room
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, tea kettle, microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, hair dryer, trash bags & paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story home
PARKING: Parking lot (2 vehicles), boat trailer parking available on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Magician Lake Access & Public Boat Launch (1 block), Magician Lake Boat Launch (0.8 miles), Round Lake Public Beach (3 miles), Forest Beach Park (14 miles), Silver Beach County Park - Lake Michigan (20 miles), Rocky Gap Beach Park - Lake Michigan (20 miles), Hagar Park/Beach (22 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Sister Lakes - restaurants, bars, breweries, roller skating, mini-golf (3 miles), Heddon Museum (10 miles), Butterfly House (16 miles), Sarett Nature Center (16 miles), Silver Beach Carousel (19 miles), Mishawaka Riverwalk (36 miles)
GOLF: Indian Lake Hills Golf Course (9 miles), Elks Golf Course (11 miles), Spruce Ridge Golf Club (11 miles), Pipestone Creek Golf Course (11 miles), Paw Paw Lake Golf Club (14 miles)
TRAILS: Hamilton Township Coastal Plain Marsh (8 miles), Van Buren Trail State Park (10 miles), Dowagiac Woods Nature Sanctuary (11 miles), Royalton Township Nature Trail (20 miles), McCoy Creek Trail (32 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (43 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (90 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
- No pets allowed
- 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: This single-story home offers step-free access
- NOTE: Guests are required to sign a waiver to use the 2 kayaks. The kayak put-in for Lake Michigan is 1000 feet down the road

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayaking 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: 750 sq ft (69.7 sq m)

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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

506039

About the neighborhood

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Dowagiac, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 1 min walk
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 21 min drive
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 24 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 29 min drive
  • Andrews University - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dan's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sister Lakes Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp! located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this vacation home is steps from Magician Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brown Lake and Round Lake. Pine Lake and Danneffel Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Michigan Getaway: 1 Block to Beach & Boat Ramp! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place and great location
We enjoyed our stay here it was a very cute place! It worked out well because our family has a place close by and it was easy travel. The hosts communicated well and it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dielle D., Spring Hill

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding guest stay
Cute, small and quaint cottage within walking distance to beautiful lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Clean
Cute little place. Had everything we needed to be comfortable during our stay. A/C worked great. Grill available with full tank of gas. Kitchen stocked with enough items to prepare food, cook and clean up. Two thumbs up 👍 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alycia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hoof trimming clinic weekend
Cute little cottage. Clean and had everything we needed. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024