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Charming cottage walking distance to Warren Dunes State Park

Cozy up to the fire at Blue Door Cottage

Living room with fireplace,
new queen sofa bed, new chair & ottoman, recliner

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Sawyer, MI

Warren Dunes State Park17 min walk
Warren Dunes State Park Beach6 min drive
Weko Park8 min drive
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)108 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nice, cozy cabin within walking distance to Lake Michigan and dunes state park!

Jason A.

Nov 12, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country

Blue Door Cottage is a family friendly year-round retreat situated in a private wooded location with backyard adjacent to Warren Dunes State Park. Cozy up to gas log fireplace in the living room that easily turns on with the flip of a switch. With two bedrooms, spacious kitchen, and living room with new queen-sized sofa bed, the cottage can accommodate up to 6 people. Enjoy a meal on the large deck with choice of gas or charcoal grill. In the surrounding area known as Harbor Country, enjoy antique shops, restaurants, bakeries, wineries, microbreweries, distilleries, art galleries, boutiques and more. Walk into Warren Dunes State Park on a path through the trees at the end of the cul-de-sac. Down the road towards Red Arrow Highway is a great produce market open seasonally and The Beach Bucket for ice cream and snacks.

Only one dog under 50 lbs allowed $95 nonrefundable fee applies. Contact owner for pre-approval on exceptions to the pet limit/size. Please include dog breed and weight. Additional fees may apply.

Property manager

Justin Alter

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Contact owner with exceptions prior to booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Dog must be leashed at all times outdoors.

Dog must be crated when left unattended.

No smoking in the house. No marijuana use on the property at all.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sawyer

Located in Sawyer, this cottage is 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.

Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

Warren Dunes State Park - 17 min walk
Captain Mike's Fun Park - 5 min drive
Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 6 min drive
Cherry Beach - 8 min drive
Weko Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

New Buffalo Station - 15 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Getaway Cubbie Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬6 min drive
‪Wolverine Gardens - ‬13 min drive
‪D'Agostino's Navajo Bar & Grille - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country located?

This family-friendly Sawyer cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Warren Dunes State Park and Lake Michigan. Captain Mike's Fun Park and Warren Dunes State Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

14 June 2024

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

Perfect for us!

Our long weekend was quiet, peaceful & relaxing! Cottage was as advertised. Loved that it was walking distance to Warren Dunes State Park, the meat market & farmers market!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

5 June 2024

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

Great stay!

As advertised, love our visit!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

7 Apr 2024

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

Right next to Warren Dunes park!

Love all the colorful touches in house. Beds were both comfy. My husband really appreciated that all the windows were locked upon our arrival (very rare). Lots of good restaurants nearby. Nice outdoor seating.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

12 Nov 2023

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

Nice weekend

Nice, cozy cabin within walking distance to Lake Michigan and dunes state park!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blade L.

11 Oct 2023

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

Guys trip

Perfect place for 4 guys to stay while on a fishing trip. Enjoyed the outside porch and fire pit. The grill was very handy for us. Would stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

18 Sept 2023

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

Very Quiet

Loved the house and location it does need some new Mattress in both bedrooms but other than that enjoyed my stay

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair H.

15 Sept 2023

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

Fantastic location

We had an amazing stay at the Blue Door Cottage. The space was clean and cozy and had all the necessary amenities. We all loved the outdoor space, especially our pup. The proximity to the beach was our favorite part and we loved our daily walk through the woods to get there.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

G, Naperville

5 Sept 2023

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

Loved it.

Cute place with a nice little yard for a dog. Short walk to Warren Dunes and steps away from a fruit stand.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

23 Aug 2023

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

We had a wonderful stay!

Peaceful, comfortable, and spacious accommodations. We had some great coffee with the Ninja coffee maker, and appreciated the extras. Very close access to Warren Dunes, local breweries and wineries. We happened to have great weather but even if not, the stay would have been wonderful.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

11 Aug 2023

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

Nice place

One thing we didn’t do was make sure we had aluminum foil and plastic wrap and lunch bags with us. Those were not at the property. Other than that it was great and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

23 July 2023

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

Great getaway

Excellent communications with very respectful host. Incredible location for everything along SW Michigan coast especially with Warren Dunes just steps away. Quiet and friendly neighbors too

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

23 July 2023

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

Just what we were looking for!

Adorable cottage- perfect for our family of 4. Its proximity to Warren Dunes was ideal. I’m sure we’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeann P., Chicago

24 June 2023

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

The Plikuhn’s

The house was very clean and comfortable. The king sized bed was a little too soft but we managed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

4 June 2023

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

Great stay enjoyed our time

The property was very nice located in a quiet area and was in a great location to surrounding areas. Was peaceful relaxing place. Enjoyed our time there and look forward to coming back in the future. Property well kept and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

30 May 2023

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

Lovely location and great stay!

This place was great. First, we love the location. It is right next to Warren Dunes state park, near the fruit stand and close to the town of Sawyer. Second communication with the owner was great. Thid, it has lovely outdoor space with a firepit and a deck with a gazebo and grill and lounge chair etc. Kitchen is well stocked. Will definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

24 Apr 2023

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

We will be back

The house itself was as presented. Wish the weather was a little warmer but we were able to do everything we had planed.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

4 Dec 2022

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

Perfect little gem of a cabin

Was able to celebrate a quiet, away-from-it-all Thanksgiving with a dear friend here. The cabin was as described; cozy, well-equipped, and easily accessible to the state park and beach! Super comfy beds and soft towels; welcoming living area and outdoor deck with fire pit. The kitchen had a terrific coffee bar and lots of other cooking equipment. Wifi and TV worked great for movie nights in! Quiet neighborhood, and super responsive hosts. The only bummer was the fireplace not working, but they tried to fix it as soon as we alerted them to the issue. I will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Oct 2022

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

Perfect location

Great little spot! Owner was very communicative and property was just want we wanted….got the experience of the woods and fall color AND the beach was a nice walk away. It was also great that we were able to bring our dog! Will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felice B., Buffalo grove

21 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage and beautiful lot

Decor is lovely, comfortable and great for the doggies

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

AJ C.

7 Aug 2022

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

Great Location and Price

This home is great for the price and in a very good location for nearby Warren Dunes and towns located all within a 30 minute drive. We have enjoyed coming here over the years. It does need some updating to the furniture and exterior features but overall great amenities and cleanliness. The owners are great and always responsive and helpful! I would highly recommend this to any family!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Chicago, IL

31 July 2022

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

Blue Door Cottage

Blue Door Cottage was a great summer getaway for me and my small family. The cottage was clean and the outdoor areas had everything you could need--grills, table, chairs, firepit, etc. The location is perfect--right near Warren Dunes, Weko Beach and other attractions. We were blessed with perfect summer weather and surprised at how few bugs were out--maybe it was the lake breezes. Would definitely come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Julie F.

26 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vacation stay

Great location, nicely furnished. Appreciated the coffee provided and toiletries, a nice touch and book of things to do in the area. Had to clean off all the deck furniture before use and found a huge spider indoors. I realize we are in a wooded setting but there is quite a bit of overgrowth on the property that needs serious attending to and trimming of trees that could help curb the issue of pests.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

4 Apr 2022

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

Relaxing stay

We REALLY enjoyed our stay! I read through all the reviews before we booked, and everything was pretty accurate. It was truly relaxing. Responsive host, great and cozy home; felt like a true vacation. Comfortable bed and lovely decor around the home--all the details really make this home special. We hiked every day to the Dunes and it took about 15 minutes from the house to walk there, so we were very happy we didn't need to drive. (The drive is a quarter mile to get into the state park though). The beach was spectacular and it wasn't crowded--we went in March so it was on the chillier side-- but that's what we wanted. Beautiful vacation, and we can't wait to go back to this cabin!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022