Title: Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602618&destination=Dowagiac%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=102473010&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage ## Photo gallery for Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage ![Beach - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/1b84bb0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/6ab9ad2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/a90b0073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/a47f8010.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/900c0260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled against the historic Lee Mansion's grounds, CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is a charming retreat. This 1800s housekeeper's cottage features a beautiful aesthetic with vintage elements and original charm, alongside modern amenities like a large patio with fire pit and garden. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £173 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is nestled against the magnificent stone wall and grounds of the Lee Mansion. Built in the 1800's as the quaint house keepers cottage of the mansion, it retains much of its original wood work/ built-ins/hardware updated with modern amenities. Off the beaten track but close to everything, Dowagiac offers fine dining/shopping/highspeed train into Chicago. Near all the best beaches and wine trail. 6 mins to the casino. Quiet/lovely neighborhood. Beautiful unique aesthetic and charming outdoor space. Vintage inspired elements and original 1800’s charm combine to make a photo worthy backdrop to your family get together or romantic getaway. Large patio with fire pit, walled backyard, hammock, and garden. Nestled on the original grounds of the Lee Mansion this was the house keepers cottage and shares the beautiful historic rock wall. We’ve done all we can to bring back the charm and add a little of our own. Large farmhouse style table can fit all the family or host a work meeting! Beautiful functioning kitchen with everything you need. Comfortable beds with linen sheets and soft inviting nooks for sitting. Self check in at lock box with code after booking. The entire house and yard is yours to access. Use our back patio and fire pit or relax and read a book under our giant mulberry tree in the back yard hammock. Garage is not available for renters use. I live in a neighboring town so if you need anything I can help. I also can offer highlights and things to do. I’m a survivalist, bushcrafter, and forest school teacher so if you’d like a foraging/outdoor experience let me know! Quiet and family based this is a lovely street. We are in walking distance to historic downtown, the Amtrak train station with service into Chicago, the grocery store, dining, shopping, hiking, and a beautiful live theater and library. Lockbox is located on the driveway side of the front porch. You will receive a check in code on the day of check in. Absolutely no events allowed. Please respect the family based neighborhood. Please collect all trash, do dishes, and tidy up before you leave, please put key back in lock box. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 234280 ## About the area Dowagiac is home to this cottage. Beckwith Theatre and Dowagiac Area History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Park Shore Golf Course and Plym Park Golf Course. [Visit our Dowagiac travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dowagiac.dx602618) [View more Cottages in Dowagiac](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dowagiac-Cottages.d602618-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.98146%2C-86.11539&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h3xA8IHSP4PkeFKZhJbAc0TPu1s=) Dowagiac, MI ### What's nearby - ![University of Notre Dame](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062581/e1429dec-6674-4c78-820a-fc62bf370672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Notre Dame 36 min drive \- 29.3 miles - Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Beckwith Theatre 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Dowagiac Area History Museum 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Notre Dame Stadium 39 min drive \- 29.5 miles ### Getting around - Dowagiac Station 9 min walk - South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 11 min walk - Oak+Ash 11 min walk - Pizza Hut 3 min drive - Subway 10 min walk - Taco Bell 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### How much is parking at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### Where is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alpine T. 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice and convenient The host was very responsive and understanding. This place was beautiful and very convenient for us. ##### Alpine T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### P.j. M. 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved the decor, cute historic home. Clean and comfortable. Had an enjoyable stay! ##### P.j. M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alpine T. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home This home is very nice and unique. It was very clean and welcoming. We look forward to staying in the future. ##### Alpine T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Diana C. 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place was comfy and clean. Just a bit difficult for my handicapped (double amputee) husband due to some of the layout bit we managed. Thank you for letting us experience your historical home. ##### Diana C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Samuel C. 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place. Fitting price and great place that’s pretty accurate compared to photos. There was some sort of creature stirring in the walls all night though hard to get sleep. Other than that the place has everything you need for an accommodating stay. ##### Samuel C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### lisa r. 7 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Family visit Was not at all impressed. There were no rails going up stairs. The couch was broken. Nothing like the ad said it was. ##### lisa r. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michael P. 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Michael P. 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