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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6

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Beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, offices
Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster oven

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 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 cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6

Summary:
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6

The Space:
Welcome to Sister Lake Cottages!

Sister Lake Cottages are 7 cozy cottages located in Dowagiac, Michigan, and are perfect for water lovers! This listing is for unit 6. Big Crooked Lake and Little Crooked Lake are within 1 mile from the cottage, and they are both all-sports lakes. They are nearly the same size - Little Crooked is 103 acres, Big Crooked 110 - their shape and the lay of the land leave Big Crooked with nearly twice as much shoreline.

Not only is this home conveniently located to tourist attractions but great restaurants as well. Take an evening stroll to the Sisters Lakes Brewing company of 14 microbrews produced by the owner's family or the Strand Brewery & Grill. Other dining and shopping are in Dowagiac and nearby towns. There are also public parks in the area as well as golf courses, wineries, breweries, theaters, shopping, and the Four Winds Casino in Dowagiac. The resort town of St. Joseph on Lake Michigan is only 20 minutes away. Looking for a little adventure outside of water sports. Check out the snowmobile trail that runs between Sister Lakes and Grand Rapids and a biking trail that runs between Sister Lakes and the airport in Dowagiac. The surrounding countryside is part of the Michigan fruit belt, with wineries and apple, strawberry, peach, and cherry farms with roadside stands or you-pick excursions.

The entire Sister Lake Cottage 6 is for your private use with an easy self-check-in process to accommodate various arrival times. There is a private entrance with your own access code that will function between your check-in and check-out times. Come back after a great day of exploring and enjoy access to a kitchen with a stovetop, toaster oven, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker as well as dishes and utensils. Sleeps 4 comfortably. Enjoy relaxing by the waterfront or bring some kayaks or water toys and enjoy full access to the lake. Guests will find the space to be warm, comfortable, and inviting and the hosts to be responsive and diligent to provide an excellent stay for each guest. Here for a quick visit, enjoy resting in this budget-friendly option with all the needed amenities for a shorter or lengthier stay.  This cottage also features a Gigabit Fiber-Optic Internet connection.

If you would like to use the grill during your stay please bring a fire starter and charcoal. Also please bring your own wood for the fire pit.

Kayaks and Canoes can be rented. Message or call guest services to pay for these amenities in advance.
(3) single kayaks - $15 per day
(2) Canoe $20 per day
(2) Paddle Board - $20 per day

Kayaks and canoes should be placed back on the metal rack near the lakeshore or stored behind Cottage 2. Life jackets and paddles can be picked up and returned to the laundry shed hangers (Laundry Shed door code: 1720).

Please Note:
The guest count you provide must be accurate as there can be additional guest fees. Notify us if you need to adjust the guest count before arrival. A fine of $25 per night will be applied for each undeclared guest.
Reminder: If a guest missed the checkout time, additional fees will be added. If more than 2 hours past checkout, we will charge for an additional day.
Guests are free to use the laundry machines for personal use between 4PM and 10PM daily.
The laundry shed has a camera for protection of supplies.
Please note there are cameras monitoring the outside of the cottages and parking area. There are three cameras on the front of cottage three, one camera on the back of cottage three, and one camera on the front of cottage 6.

The Neighborhood:
ACTIVITIES around the area: (with driving distance)
1. Round Lake Public Beach – (0.3 miles)
2. Crooked Lake – (0.1 miles)
3. Big Crooked Lake – (1 mile)
4. Little Crooked Lake – (0.6 miles)
5. Woodland Beach – (0.9 miles)
6. Ramona Roller Rink – (0.4 miles)
7. South Beach – Shoreline & pier with recreation areas (25.3 miles)
8. Notre Dame – (29.5 miles)
9. South Haven – Unspoiled beach beauty with old-fashioned charm, South Haven offers an idyllic lakeside escape and beach town (24.9 miles)
10. Van Buren State Park – Park with high dunes & woodland hiking (22.9 miles)
11. Heddon Museum – (9.7 miles)
12. Love Creek Nature Center – (13.6 miles)
13. Riverfront Park – (18.9 miles)
14. Four Winds Casino Dowagiac – (12.5 miles)

RESTAURANTS/SHOPS/STORES (with driving distance from the home)
1. The Wright Place – (0.7 miles)
2. The Strand Brewery – (0.3 miles)
3. Dockside Dan’s Restaurant & Bar – (0.1 miles)
4. Sister Lakes Brewing Company – (0.6 miles)
5. Propaganda Pizza – Pizza (1.5 miles)
6. Wood Fire Trattoria – Atmospheric Italian eatery with music (11.1 miles)
7. Taqueria Del Rey Food Truck – Mexican (10.5 miles)
8. Indian Lake Pub – American (6.7 miles)
9. Mimi Sarducci’s – Pizza (11 miles)
10. Saylor’s Front Street Pizzeria – Pizza (11.1miles)
11. Lifestyle Nutrition – Health Food (10.9 miles)
12. El Supermercado – Grocery Store (0.8 miles)
13. Walmart Supercenter – (12.9 miles)
14. Lakeland Hospital Watervliet – (10.7 miles)

Property manager

Unique Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

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
This property accepts cash
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6 Dowagiac
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About the neighborhood

Map
Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 20 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dan's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sister Lakes Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6 located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.5 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 Lake Cottages - Unit 6 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
The cabin was super cute and very clean. Checkin was super easy. Great communication with the host. They even had a gallon of water for us in the fridge and some bottles bedside on the nightstand which was such a nice extra touch. We had some friends staying in a few of the other cabins. It’s a great place to go with friends and all be together, but still have your own private space. Loved it! Will definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottage in a lake vacation spot. Great biking in the area. Lake amenities are nice and bar scene is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
It was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Would most definitely go back here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Breanna W., Southgate, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Our stay was great. Communication and attentiveness with the property manager was really good. He was very quick to address a concern. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick one night stay.
We have been looking for a place for week or weekend getaways. So, we tried this place out. We will definitely be back for a longer stay next time. Clean, quiet and perfect for couples and families.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jackie C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute place but strict rules and needs some work
Overall this was a cute and comfortable place to stay. But a few things. There was only one burner on the stove that worked which made cooking hard. We had to clean all the dishes before using them because they were dirty. All the surfaces were sticky, probably from too much disinfectant and dust. There aren’t enough counter spaces. Maybe adding a coffee table and another shelf in the bathroom next to the shower would be nice. There is only one small mirror in the whole place which makes getting ready for 2 people very hard. We ran out of toilet paper so we had to buy our own at the end. The air conditioner and fridge are very loud especially at night. After booking for 2 people, the manager called me and asked for more money for the 2nd person. Turns out when we spoke to the other people staying there, the company did this for everyone else as well. Not cool. Also, other people staying said they got a contract (after paying and non refundable) saying there is no drinking and smoking inside or out. I don’t remember if I got one, but there are also a lot of cameras looking out onto the fire pit. I’m sorry but there should be nothing wrong with drinking and smoking by a fire pit especially if you are responsible and respectful to the property. And you should know the rules before giving money for a non refundable purchase.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kennitha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the fishing but the pier is narrow. Canoes/ kayak available we didn't use. Grills nice, no stove inside only microwave and stove top. Take food to cook as stores and restaurants are far, close early, or not easy to spot for visitors. The only issue we had was we were unable to watch Tv in separate rooms because the remote controlled both TVs. It was not a big deal. Otherwise, very relaxing but two days went so fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage!
Great location! Could use some privacy on the glass front door. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness
memorial day weekend
Very clean and comfortable. walking distance to shops, restaurants. would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri R., Livonia

Liked: Cleanliness
100% Perfect
We were in cabin 6. It was the perfect size for the 2 of us, we loved that it was in walking distance to 3 lakes and Dockside Dan's bar. The area and set up of the cabins was super cute. I loved the set up with the shared firepit in the middle. We didn't bring wood for a fire but it would have been nice. We were there for wine tasting and there were so many options within a 30 minute drive. It was nice to sit out side for breakfast and coffee on the patio. We will be back with friends and utilize more of the cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd Time Staying This Year
This place is honestly amazing! Perfect location for my needs. This was my 3rd time coming here this year (two separate cabins) and both were perfect! Roomy, cozy, quick communication with the property manager. Will for sure stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
It was an absolute amazing experience for me and my fiancé. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and convenient.
Hope to stay here next year... could benefit from a more comfortable couch and a grip bar in the shower for handicapped. Otherwise, terrific! Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noreen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
The property in the heart of Sister Lakes was adorable. Would definitely stay again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Ruth A., Key West, Fl. USA

Not the Best
Sofa-bed broken, not fixed during stay. refrigerator loud, key pad didn't work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lori F., MAUMEE

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This property is one of several cottage rentals on one large lot. The lake access is through the lot, across a street and down a small hill, between two other lake houses. Great fishing right off the dock. I took my kayak and found a drainage tunnel to the left with access to the adjacent lake. Nice shallow water to easily see the fish.Dockside Dan's is within walking distance easily. Great view of the lake from the patio and excellent perch dinner. A little farther is the strand which looked very fun lots of outdoor activities and drinks. Also sister lakes brewing. Great food and variety of beer. Overall great stay. I would go here again, great location. Only issues were that i had a dirty floor when I arrived and did not get the access code email or text upon arrival. Had to ask the maintenance guy for the code. During my visit they were finishing renovating the last two cottages. I'm sure these were just minor inconveniences because they are so new. Also parking spaces could be addressed. And move the fire pit so people aren't parking over it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021