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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7

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Marina
Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, offices
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May

Check out the area

Map
Dowagiac, MI
  • Popular LocationMagician Lake5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park17 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Beach24 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)45 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
500 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower

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 7

Summary:
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7

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 7. 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 7 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.

Charcoal and a lighter for the grill are not provided, so please bring these items with you.
Kayaks and Canoes can be rented: Single Kayak $35, Double Kayak $45, Canoe $50. Message or call guest services to pay for these amenities in advance.
Kayaks and canoes should be placed back on the metal rack near 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).

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.

As a hosting family, we strongly believe in making memories wherever you are. That is why we have provided local suggestions so you can enjoy the experience of fully immersing yourself in the local culture. We are here to help with any questions or suggestions as we aim to create memories through Unique Stays!

ACTIVITIES around the area: (within driving distance from the home)

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 (within 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)

Great restaurants less than 1 mile away and multiple lakes to enjoy on a nice summer day within 0.1 – 1 mile from your stay! Only ~25 miles from Notre Dame University and other Beaches in the area!! Check out below for other enjoyable attractions and restaurants we recommend. Please read our policies before booking.

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.

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.

Please note there are cameras monitoring the outside of the units and parking area. There are three cameras on the front of unit three, one camera on the back of unit three, and one camera on the front of unit 6.

Property manager

Unique Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. 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
This property accepts cash
On-site 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 that 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

Vrbo Property
Maplewood Cottages Unit 7
Sister Lake Cottages Unit 7
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7 Cottage
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7 Dowagiac
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7 Cottage Dowagiac
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About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Sister Lakes, this cabin is on the waterfront. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Silver Beach and Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park. Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve and Round Barn Baroda Tasting Room & Estate are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive
  • Lake Michigan College - 15 min drive
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 17 min drive
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 24 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Lakeview Inn - 3 min drive
  • TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
  • Wright Place - 16 min walk
  • Sister Lakes Brewing Company - 13 min walk
  • The Strand - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Splendid Property
Everyrhing was as described. My only issue was the heater was pretty loud & at one point woke me up at night. Other than that there were no complaints. Very clean excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

stefanie

The property was cute and had everything that was needed. With just a few updates it can really be exceptional. However, it served its purpose for a quiet couple of days at a good price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corina, Kent

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the coziness of cottage 7. We had all of our favorite amenities (fridge, microwave, sink, tv, etc.) to make our stay comfortable. The cottage seemed like it was recently remodeled. It was clean with a welcoming beach theme. The only thing that was missing was closet space or hooks to hang up our jackets. My husband and I loved this place and plan on coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janusz K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful place. We will recommend to all our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Place to stay
This beautiful property is right in the heart of Sister Lakes. Our cottage (7) was perfect for the two of us. Sage, our contact, was quick to solve a small problem with the coffee maker. Other than that we had everything we needed and felt right at home. We will be back for future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Vacation
It is a nice place to stay for a weekend vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Frances B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Need to work on cleaning better
Stayed in cabin 7 when we arrived and got everything in the cottage noticed the floors where not swept the fridge wasnt cleaned if it was wasnt very good the stove top wasnt cleaned the chairs at the table had stuck on food on them the ceiling fan in the living room part the light didnt work and the fan was off balanced so made a cluncking sound also when i pulled the covers back on the bed was a ball of hair on it so was wondering if the bed had even been striped and washed other than all those things the cabin was ok just kinda irritated me that i had to go through and clean stuff when it should of already been done
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gigi D., Roswell, GA USA

Older cottages with partial facelift
We were there for a family reunion. Separate cottages and the common areas were great for that purpose. Our cottage had no hanging space for clothes, very noisy, unbalanced fan, and the fan light did not work. Extremely small bathroom that was not all that clean. Not well set up when we arrived. No garbage bags, limited toiletries, and we had 3 plates. Our family in other cottages did not have sufficient plates and glasses and some had no toiletries and a sink backed up. The staff should just make sure that there are 8 plates, bowls, glasses etc. in every cabin. I did communicate with management and they were very responsive. You are not right on the lake but very close and you do have your own dock. The area has many restaurants that are walk able.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister Lake Cottagd
Very nice property. Landscaping was nice. Picnic bench and chairs a plus. Cottage was nicely sized for two, nice and cozy. Owners are very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forever Fun
Clean quiet very friendly area! We would definitely like 2 stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023