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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2

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TV, offices
Interior
Aerial view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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 2

Summary:
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2

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 2. 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 2 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

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • 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

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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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

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

Access methods

Access code, 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
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

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Maplewood Cottages Unit 2
Sister Lake Cottages Unit 2
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2 Cottage
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2 Dowagiac
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About the area

Map
Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Michigan College - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Silver Beach - 24 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Andrews University - 27 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 20 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2 located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Magician Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Danneffel Lake and Brown Lake. Round Lake and Pine Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2 Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa h.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
Everything was so smooth, nice and convenient. A couple stores a min away. Would def stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jillene o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
Booked this cottage last minute and was pleased with the pricing and location. Cottage has more than enough amenities if needed and situated in a small cottage community between two lakes. Property and grounds were clean and quiet. Across the street, there is a coffee/ice cream shop and bar and grill and a few restaurants in walkable distance. About 25 minutes away from lake Michigan with plenty to do in between. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
Nice getaway, designed for outdoor social, not very good for inside social, but we headed out to have good times with a quick game and a couple meals inside. Needs a tv in the small social area, could be on a small table. Could use a deep clean top to bottom but mostly it was clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

carrie l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is perfect for a short "lake" experience
Everything that you need for a quick little getaway is here at the cabin. Towels and sheets were fresh. A/C was pumping cold air. Beds were decent. Tons of quaint restaurants and an ice cream shop all within walking distance. Since I own a lake cottage, I have a couple of suggestions...bring your own pillows, play toys or floaties for the lake, beach towels and ice. Bikes would be really nice too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. We enjoyed our stay at Sister Lakes 2. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ruth B.

Just a couple things
When we arrived, the microwave dish and the bottom on the refrigerator were not cleaned, so we cleaned them. My sister-in-law said the springs in the futon mattress were uncomfortable to sleep, poked. Best to put in a regular bed?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness
I was never emailed the door code or the wifi password before my arrival. The cleaning lady let me in. The wifi sucks!! It stays on for about 5 minutes then goes off for 25 minutes. Anything with fabric stunk...I was gagging in there. Had to waste money on fabric spray just to breathe. Will not EVER stay there again! Would like some money back for my stinky stay there!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kellie S., United States

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nightmare
Room wasn't ready at 4 said had to make sure it was clean(FNF)..it was dark and cold, disgustingly dirty had to wash sheets ..water was running out black and bathroom sink clogged and there was an army of big fat black ants crawling everywhere! Called and no one seemed to care. 0 STARS
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vaidas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Super place to get out from big city concrete jungles. Management very professional and friendly. Place is clean. Location for fishers and outside fun lovers. We enjoyed three perfect winter days.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022