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Property grounds
Newly remodeled kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Sawyer, MI
  • Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cherry Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Basement Shower

Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upper Bedroom 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gandy Lane Cottage

2 bedroom, 1. 1/2 bath cottage on a naturally beautiful 1.6 acre lot, private park like setting. Lake side of the red arrow Hwy. and very near Warren Dunes State Park. Plenty of outdoor area (6+ Acres), privacy and lots of parking. Gandy Cottage has Cottage charm and beautiful wooded views.

Property manager

Martha Mohr Franta
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes, children count as do infants.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please use shower downstairs to remove sand from beach
Please recycle and take out garbage and recycling when departing
If due to a (unforeseen situation) the capacity of five is exceeded, a 40.00 per night, per person charge will be incurred.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Harbert

Located in Sawyer, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Captain Mike's Fun Park and Waikiki Jacks. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

  • Warren Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Cherry Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Weko Park - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wolverine Gardens - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bucket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gandy Lane Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gandy Lane Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gandy Lane Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gandy Lane Cottage located?

This family-friendly Sawyer cottage is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Captain Mike's Fun Park and Warren Dunes State Park. Lake Louise and Warren Dunes State Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous spot for a Sawyer stay

What a wonderful spot to stay for our trip to Sawyer for a nearby wedding! Bob and Martha were a delight to work with. Bob kindly stopped by to fill us in on the frisbee golf and rope swing on their neighboring property that my kids both delighted in using, and we loved the fresh tomatoes he shared from their garden! Warren Beach is just minutes away, as are so many neighboring towns with great spots to eat & drink...Oaks Eatery and Luisa's Swedish Bakery both being highlights for breakfast. The kids (and adults) had a blast playing Ms. Pac Man in the basement. The house was neat and comfy, and we all really loved the unique design of the wood kitchen table! We had a morning visit from some deer, and enjoyed having coffee out on the back deck, surrounded by trees. We didn't get a chance to try the firepit or use the bikes unfortunately, but loved that they were available...I wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was super cozy, clean and had everything we needed. Bob and Martha were great hosts. We are hoping to stay again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Favorite

We visit Western Michigan every summer, and this is our second visit to Gandy Lane. It is our family's absolute favorite place to stay. Everything is truly wonderful! My kiddos can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family-Friendly Slice of Heaven!

Gandy Lane Cottage was the perfect weekend retreat for our family of four with two young children. We especially enjoyed the beautiful property at night while relaxing with a bonfire. Kids loved exploring the area and riding bikes. The beach chairs and toys provided at the cottage were very much appreciated for our trip to Warren Dunes. The house was well-stocked with many amenities. Gandy Lane is immaculately clean, very well updated but still has a home-like cabin charm. Bob was very helpful and easy to reach when we had questions! We would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

We stopped here on a family road trip and Gandy Lane was excellent. Bob met us and showed us around while we admired all the finishing touches that he built into the cottage. He also gave our grandkids tractor rides. Thank you Bob and Martha for sharing your house and generosity.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway

House was beautiful and right down the road from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Warren Dune Trip

We had a great stay at Martha and Bob’s cottage. This was a perfect place to stay to walk to the Dunes and the beach. There were a lot of nice options around Sawyer for local dining, and great suggestions for places to go from our hosts. We ended up walking to the Historian for a dinner one night which was great. We also took advantage of the grill at the house one evening, and made a bonfire in the fire pit. It was all around a lovely place with lovely people and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of heaven

This was my first opportunity to experience the Lake Michigan area. Actually my first time to Michigan and it did not disappoint. Bob and Martha were very kind and communicated with me as soon as I booked their cute little cottage. It was close to many nice little places, some of which was closed due to the off season. We really just wanted a weekend to relax and go see the beach a few minutes away and it was exactly what we needed. The cottage was cute and clean and the walking trails were very relaxing as well. You will be thinking of your next trip back here just as we are. Thank you again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

We absolutely enjoyed our stay here! Everything was wonderful from check-in to check-out. Bob and Martha are wonderful people and make sure everyone's stay is great. We hated to leave, but already planning to stay here again next time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience

Family is familiar with SW Michigan and have stayed all up and down the coast. Sawyer is probably our favorite town and the Gandy Lane cottage was perfect. Amazing property, remote feel, great amenities, helpful owners and biking distance to the beach! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zeinab A., Detroit, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This home was perfect. Bob and Martha were very welcoming and accommodating during our stay. There was acres of land to discover, explore and adventure in. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice home

Really nice little cabin. We were a family of 4. The main bedroom has its own powder room, and then there is another bedroom with a queen bed. The shower in the larger bathroom has great water pressure. There’s also a shower in the basement for rinsing off although you’d have to think ahead to keep the basement door unlocked if you want to avoid trekking sand through the house. There was also a nice large gathering/reading room with comfy couches and chairs. The basement has a futon and a pac man arcade game. Kitchen had pretty much everything needed. Fresh eggs on property as well! The outdoor space is also very nice for grilling and sitting outside with a fire. We walked to the Pheasant Pantry place for coffee and pastries, our kids loved the big tree swing, the beach is minutes away ($11 for non-residents cash only) and there is a place go-karts and an arcade nearby as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

Very friendly hosts. Very clean. Close to lake and hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

We so enjoyed our stay for a Fall gals weekend! Great location close to Sawyer and Warren Dunes. Property was so nice and peaceful and Bob gave great suggestions for places to visit. Enjoyed using the bikes to get to the dunes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W., Oak Park

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and Wonderful Lake Michigan Getaway

This cottage is a real gem amidst a sea of generic VRBO rentals. Many of the original architectural details have been preserved and highlighted by the current owners, and it's clear that a great deal of though and care has been put into all of the updates. The cottage is in an ideal location close to the Warren Dunes and plenty of great cafes and restaurants. The bikes were a great touch and much appreciated by my family. And the owners were wonderful to communicate with. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Excellent home and property with everything you would ever need for a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Nice property and a beautiful area. Extremely peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and relaxing

My friends and I rented this home for our annual trip. Martha and Bob were great! From the cleanliness and comfort of the home to the “camp” fires at night. All was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sawyer get away

Bob & Martha have a nice, clean & private property. They're hospitality is exceptional!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the Wild

Bob and Martha were very kind hosts. Bob greeted us upon our arrival and showed us around the property with his adorable dog, Lilly. We mostly made use of the kitchen, back deck, and yard, where we enjoyed watching cardinals, rabbits, black squirrels, and even deer feed. The property was lovely to walk around, especially the path into the woods behind the house. We did hear some traffic as the house is rather close to Red Arrow Highway. That said, it's also super convenient to get around.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for our family.

We had a great week in Sawyer. The house was perfect. Very clean and well stocked. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

We had an absolutely wonderful trip! Loved the location, house and the owners are fantastic.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

K r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th birthday celebration

This property was perfect at everything we wanted. Love the deck outside spent a lot of time on that deck. Bob was very gracious in helping with everything when I first got there. Fabulous people. Thank you again Bob and
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary jo z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

We were a group of women taking a weekend away. The place is very nice in a great location close to everything. the hosts are great and very informative. They have bikes and beach chairs to use. We would stay again any time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, very well stocked cottage close to town and the beach.

We had a great long weekend at this funky little beach cottage. The kids had a great time riding bikes around the 6+ acre property and we all rode the very short distance to Warren Dunes State Park to climb the dunes and go to the beach. The cottage was stocked with everything we could possibly need and the hosts were very responsive. I only wish we had a vehicle to transport the kayaks and paddleboard. But alas, my car is too small. We could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Martha Mohr Franta

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We love Harbor Country and all it has to offer. Our property is very special and we know you will love visiting. We have been in the area for a couple years but have spent our lives visiting the area.

Why they chose this property

Close to great restaurants, antiquing, beaches, hiking. Cozy, with great amenities.

What makes this property unique

We are nearby if you need us.
Cottage is located off the main road, on a private driveway.
Walkable to beach and restaurants.

Languages:

English

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