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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Dowagiac, MI
  • Popular LocationMagician Lake3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park18 min drive
  • AirportBenton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)22 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Beach26 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Dowagiac

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Magician Lake and 12 miles (20 km) of Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park with a stay here. Four Winds Casino Hartford and Lake Michigan College are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 3 min drive
  • Lake Michigan College - 16 min drive
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 18 min drive
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 24 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 15 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakeview Inn - 3 min drive
  • TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • Wright Place - 3 min drive
  • Sister Lakes Brewing Company - 20 min walk
  • The Strand - 16 min walk

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 3

Summary:
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3

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 3. 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 3 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. Please note that the second bed is a pull-out sofa bed. 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: (with 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 (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)

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 in the front of unit 6.

Property manager

Unique Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 to the airport?

This cabin is 41.4 mi (47-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 to the beach?

This cabin is 17.6 mi (26-min drive) from Silver Beach.

Does Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Four Winds Casino Hartford (22-min drive) and Dowagiac Four Winds Casino (24-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 to downtown Sister Lakes?

This cabin is 0.9 mi away from Sister Lakes.

Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Convenient
The property was everything we needed and more. The communication with the property managers was efficient and timely, the house was adorable, reliable, and quiet. We were staying out of town for a wedding and the rental provided everything we needed with the bonus of being near the water. Afforfable and definitely worth it. Highly recommend and definitely would go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tamara H.

Mother/Daughter Weekend
It was a nice area but not quite as close as we'd hoped to St Joseph and other attractions. I'd like to give it a better rating but it was very dirty in some areas and definitely needed some repairs and updating. I'm okay with an older property but the uncleanliness really puts me off, especially when one has to pay a cleaning charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a blast
Small but clean what I needed for the week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023