WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE

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9.0

Wonderful

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 321486 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pool

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Dowagiac, MI

Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital3 min drive
Southwestern Michigan College4 min drive
Dowagiac Four Winds Casino8 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 32)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

6 Single Beds

Bedroom 9

4 Single Beds

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Dutch Resort is under new ownership and many improvements are being made to the property, including some that are not immediately visible to guests.

The visible improvements, such as the new landscaping, hardwood flooring, new back staircase to connect the Florida room to the back fire pit and basement bar area, newly painted walls, decorations, and upgraded appliances in the kitchen add to the aesthetic appeal and use of the property and create a more pleasant and enjoyable environment for our guests.

The upgrades, such as the new roof, repairs to the exterior walls, and improved drainage, will help ensure the safety and comfort of guests, while the new pool filtration system and water softener will enhance your overall experience.

The property sits on 2 ½ acres in southwestern Michigan, just behind the 9th green of the newly restored Spruce Ridge golf course. The first tee is 40 yards from our front door.

Our house offers over 7,000 sq ft of space for your entire family/group/friends and can sleep up to 30 people.

The Dutch has:

8 bedrooms
6 full bathrooms
5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in the main house
3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in the guest house (connected indoor to the main house)
A fully equipped kitchen adjacent to a large dining room
A large living room and a card room
A glass-enclosed 1,160 sq. ft. "Florida Room" overlooking a 60x25 ft indoor pool w/basketball hoop in pool
An indoor pool room encompassing 3,600 sq. ft. with a hot tub
A 2,500 sq. ft. recreation area downstairs with a large wet bar, TV and pool table.

Four golf courses within a 20 minute drive.

There are several lakes within 5-20 minutes drive.

Four Winds Casino is a short 5 mile drive.

30 miles from Notre Dame.

For winter sports, Swiss Valley Ski & Snowboard is just 15 miles away in Jones, MI. There are 3 other ski resorts including Timber Ridge in Gobles, MI, within 35 miles of the house.

Downtown Dowagiac, Michigan offers an array of restaurants and small shops.

Please note that for US Holiday weekends, there is a 3 night minimum.

Two Golf package rates (Platinum and Gold) are available on a per person/per night basis and include golf with cart. These rates are not reflected on the platform. Please inquire.

Property manager

Beth & Steve

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

The Cedar Lodge (partially hidden by trees) sits atop beautiful Stone Lake.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a lake. Lehman's Orchards and Heritage Square Shopping are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stone Lake and Diamond Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve and Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital - 3 min drive
Southwestern Michigan College - 4 min drive
Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 8 min drive
Stone Lake - 14 min drive
Magician Lake - 17 min drive

Getting around

Dowagiac Station - 2 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Oak and Ash BBQ - ‬2 min drive
‪Wahoo Eatery - ‬3 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
‪Indian Lake Pub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WINE, GOLF & REUNION RETREAT HOUSE located?

This family-friendly Dowagiac holiday home is located on a lake, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Southwestern Michigan College, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Stone Lake and Diamond Lake. Magician Lake and Dowagiac Four Winds Casino are also within 9 miles (15 km). Dowagiac Station is 25 minutes by foot.

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Ray L.

5 June 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Golf Outing

Overall the place was plenty big, I would just say the house needs some updating and a deep clean. Owners were responsive and very nice. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kyeela K.

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

The property was overall great for family and space. The basement was very cold and had to bring heaters to hell heat it up, there was a lot of stink bugs, chlorine was so strong it burned the kids skin and gave them rashes.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Curtis M., Park Ridge, IL

16 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

OK Time

Property is quite old and hasn't been updated in years. There is a lot of space and the pool is quite large but over chlorinated. The rooms on the pool level had a strong chlorine smell. No heat in the basement except for a space heater. Kitchen is very small with only one refrigerator in the house. Bathrooms not in the best of shapes, rust on some faucets and bathtubs.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jill M.

30 July 2023

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

Plenty of space and great location

We stayed at the retreat house for a family vacation with 24 people including children, teens and adults. The rental is not fancy, but there was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the week. This rental is HUGE! The pool/hot tub area was a big hit with everyone. The location in Dowagiac was also great. We were within a few minutes of restaurants, shops, golf courses and other activities. We did have a couple of maintenance needs during our stay, but Beth and Steve were accessible and sent help quickly. We have already booked again for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

30 July 2023

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

Family vacation

We rented this house to have time with our kids and grandkids and my mother-in-law. When we were all there, we had 25 total and there was plenty of room for everyone! During our stay, we didn't have to make plans to go anywhere -- or have to worry about the weather -- because the pool was the entertainment! The hot tub had good jets, and it was actually hot. :) Yes, there were some odd parts to the house, but it made it interesting. The "guest house" is attached to the main house, but you have to walk outside or through the pool area to get to it. Our families with young children stayed in the main house, and we DID have enough people who could stay in the guest house. But that may be helpful for others to know. We loved the dining room on nights when there were only 13 of us. When we had more people, we put extra folding tables (that we brought) in the Florida room. There was plenty of room for us to all eat together. The owners were very easy to get ahold of, and they were very helpful. Thank you for helping us make memories!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tom N.

14 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had a couple of hiccups during our stay but the property manager was very responsive when contacted and remedied the problems very quickly. Overall we had a good stay. We had 18 people, 4 generations. The kids really enjoyed the pool and playing in the recreation room that overlooks the pool. The adults enjoyed evenings in the basement. There was plenty of room for all to spread out. We were able to all enjoy dinners together at the large dining room table. The property was close enough to enjoy a day at St. Joseph and another at Warren Dunes as well as a nice cookout on our first evening. Overall a good stay and great family time. I would recommend the property for any large gathering.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jasim A.

23 June 2023

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

Annual staycation

The property is nice and spacious. There were plenty of beds and seating that accommodated our large group. The property manager was respectful, helpful, and prompt in his reply the our every concern and query. It was a really fun stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Melia B.

2 Jan 2023

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

Nice place but... the jacuzzi did not get hot

Nice time, but to much money for the old stove, and warm jacuzzi tub

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn M.

4 Dec 2022

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

Cousin weekend

The indoor pool was a big hit for everyone

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Kenneth A.

19 Sept 2022

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

Family Wedding weekend

The property worked well for our family. Enough bedrooms to accommodate 9 different families

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

20 Aug 2022

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

Amazing weekend at an amazing house

We stayed for a long weekend with about 13 friends. The house had everything we needed. kitchen had every utensil you could think of and the extra large coffee maker was a hit. The beds were comfortable and this place is massive and Beth and Steve have made it super easy on you as a guest to keep in clean. I would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Owen J.

4 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mice

There where mice throughout the house. The owner scheduled a bug exterminator for the exterior on Saturday which was halfway through our trip. It was dusty and outdated.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

25 July 2022

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

Great property

Family had a great time. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Needs some updates but overall, great for groups. Kids loved swimming in the pool!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

25 July 2022

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

Family vacation

This was a great property for our family.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bobbi F.

11 July 2022

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

Family vacation

We had 20 people and had a great time. The house is in need of updating (which is noted in listing). In talking to new owners, I am anxious to see improvements. Will be checking back in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 June 2022

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

Great for a bachelor party

This house was built for a party. We had a large group of guys for a bachelor party, and there is plenty of space for everyone to sleep comfortably. The pool is fantastic, the grills were great for cooking up a lot of food, and there’s plenty of seating all over the place. We even played wiffleball in the backyard. The golf course that is attached to was walkable, and the people working there were great. I can’t say enough good things about this place for a large group gathering. The owners communicated well before and during the trip. I will definitely go back for similar needs.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

4 Apr 2022

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

We will be back!!!

We were looking to get a group of about 20 friends together for a ‘spring break’ staycation. Because there are not many pictures online and the pictures looked dated, we did not have the highest expectations. I can happily say that this home had well exceeded our expectations and was absolutely amazing! While the house may be dated, the pictures really didnt do it justice. The massive home allowed us to spread out whether you wanted to stay inside and play pool, play games in the glassed-in pool room, or go down and enjoy the heated Olympic sized pool and jacuzzi there was so much to do. We could have stayed for a whole week, but the two days we had, they were filled with many fun memories. The rooms were cleanly, plenty of bathrooms and beds available, and Elisabeth was extremely helpful and welcoming of our group. Everyone has already been asking when we are going back, cant wait!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruhee J., Ann Arbor, USA

20 Jan 2022

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

Great experience for groups!

We had a group of over 30 kids from UMich come and stay for a weekend and we had an extremely enjoyable time. Kitchen was well stocked for everything we needed, pool & hottub were a hit, and the basement was perfect for our group to hang out. Rob was very responsive every time we needed anything!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

4 Jan 2022

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

Very pleased.

Stayed over the new year with 20 people. Had plenty of space and it was very clean. Pool was warm and a big hit with the kids.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

5 Oct 2021

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

Family enjoyment for all ages!!

We rented this property for our parents 65 th wedding anniversary! We created so many memories that no one will ever forget! There’s something for every age. From 10 months to 86 years young! Huge swimming pool, hot tub, tv, pool table, card tables, music in a large room big enough for my parents to dance their special dance “harbor lights “. There was enough rooms and beds for all of us! The place is very,very unique. Two refrigerators that hold enough food for all of us. It is out dated but very clean. The owner of the facility was very accommodating. He answered every question I had within a minute or two after I texted or called him! He was so easy to work with thru the whole rental process! He was a very caring person. This was a better experience than we could have imagined! I would recommend this to any families wanting to create some lasting memories!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

JT W.

22 May 2021

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

Great place for a weekend with friends

This place is much bigger than it looks and is a great place to spend a weekend with family and friends.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

30 Jan 2021

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

4 Day Get A Way

28 people, more than enough room, out dated but very clean. Would definitely book again!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

28 Dec 2020

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

Great place for large family get together

We had a great time!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

18 Sept 2020

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

Great house for big groups

The house is perfect for parties.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sima L.

27 Aug 2020

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

Family reunion

We had a great time staying at this property. Rob was great to work with and we had 27 people with us and everyone had a place to sleep. The pool and hot tub made it an excellent vacation spot.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020