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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Magician Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Andrews University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4

Summary:
Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4

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 4. 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 cottage 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:
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: (within 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 (within 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
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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

About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this cabin is on the waterfront. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sarett Nature Center and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Michigan College - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Silver Beach - 26 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Andrews University - 28 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dan's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sister Lakes Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 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).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vince R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Stay
The cabin was very clean and cozy. And the area with the surrounding lakes is very lovely. I will recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
close to all lakes
Easy check-in, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Cottage
Enjoyed our stay. Convenient to local restaurants and attractions. Very clean. Easy access and check in/check out. Kitchen supplies are a little sparce. No mixing bowls or pots for stove top. Made meal prep a little difficult. Have to step up into the shower and no place to put toiletries. Enjoyed our walks around the lake and through the neighborhood. Very quiet and peaceful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice stay
A quaint little cottage in a quiet little area. Clean and charming. The bed was very comfortable. I was here for business, in late and out early during my stay. I wish I could have enjoyed it more...and will return to do so! Thank you for your patience with me with my extension issue! Very communicative and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay
Everything about the experience was nice and easy. The house was cute and had everything we needed to make the stay nice and memories were made. Location is in walkable distance of dinner and play areas. Will definitely keep this place in mind when we return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
My husband and I came into town to celebrate a wedding. The cabin was very quaint. We were located near the wedding venue. We enjoyed the accomodations very much. We would love to come back and spend more time on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

KELLI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time while we were in the area loving all the FALL beautiful colors. We made a trip to the lighthouses in St. Joseph, the carousel, and shopping downtown St. Joseph!! We visited the Old Rugged Cross Church too!! If you want a great local Michigan beer, check out Sister Lake Brewing Co.!! Sage’s place was beautiful, and comfortable! Clean too… perfect tv’s to catch the Ohio State Game. There is a Keurig for morning coffee, and coffee provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall nice place to stay
Came here for a getaway weekend. Overall unit 4 was nice for just the two of us. The unit could use a deep cleaning. The drop leaf table was very dirty on the part where the leaf folds down. It was a beautiful setting so close to the lakes. Would probably pick another unit though to stay in next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister Lake Cottage #4
My kids and grandkids rented a cottage just down the street from my unit I rented. It was the perfect size for me. I was able to be within walking distance from my family. It was perfect! The cottage had everything I needed for my stay. The porch was a nice area to sit and read, etc. The unit was clean and all appliances worked well. I would definitely recommend and hope to return again next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for our family
Cabin was small but surprisingly roomy and comfortable, with lake access and an easy walk to the ice cream shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Catherine U.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Yikes!
NO water view as pictured, bathroom is gross and moldy with no place to put anything! Had to ask for an extension cord to use the lamp in the bedroom. Went to use the pans (unsafe with rusty surface) and no matches to light the stove. I had to change the bedding because it smelled so bad!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sofa could’ve been updated to a futon
Love Sisters lakes and the cabin location is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Patty B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Poor maintenance
Our cottage was not in the best condition with paint staining in kitchen and bathroom, loose electrical outlet, floor sloping etc. Large white fence at back of property won’t allow you to see water. The website looked much better than the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place could use a shower caddy, trying to get soap and shampoo from the floor was tough, as my husband and I are handicapped and 69. Cute place and nice to have Netflix to entertain us after being out all day. Price was reasonable. Loved the quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Sherri H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Sister lake stay
Pics were a little deceiving regarding the view of the lake. Was not expecting an atleast 6 foot privacy fence behind the cottage obstructing our view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good
Perfect size place for a couple people to stay a few nights. Had all the basics needed The unit is a little older but very clean. Bed was comfortable Will definitely stay in these units again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat
My husband and I needed a little getaway after a strenuous week and we couldn’t have found ourselves in a better spot. The cottage was so cozy and inviting. It was a perfect amount of space and had such a nice charming feel to it. The location was great, adjacent to beautiful, lakes, and adorable, restaurants, etc.… Our host checked in with us and was there if we needed anything but otherwise left us on our own. It was a wonderful stay, and we definitely plan to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute, cozy little cottage! We were impressed with how clean it was and how stocked the place was with towels, extra blankets, cooking utensils, etc. Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue and Lee
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Quiet
Exactly what we needed. A quiet place to relax for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Becky C., Westerville Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location and clean / Great communication-small but quaint
Clean. Family friendly. Great location and comfortable bed . Coffee was a great bonus - (we brought our own bottled water ) 2 tvs were appreciated. Small but quaint / easy check in / out -
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent lakeside cottage experience!
My sister and her family and I stayed the week in this cabin, and spent days at the lake and mornings and evenings at this cottage. It was the perfect place for what we needed. My two critiques were that there needed to be more prompt and clear check-in and check-out instructions, and that there should really be more than two sets of linens in the cabin. I didn’t get the code for the cabin and the welcome info text until well after 4:30pm, and my sister and young family arrived first at 3:45pm and had to sit outside until we received the welcome text and code. Otherwise, we were so happy with our experience. We loved that there’s a laundry building on-site. Everything was clean and easy to find. We would love to come back next July!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Little Cottage in Great Location
Cute cottage. Very clean. Nicely decorated. Small but enough room for a couple. Great location. Can walk to nearby ice cream shoppe, restaurants, etc. Convenient for us as we were going to nearby family and friends’ places. The management company was very nice. We had to modify our initial departure date after the airline changed our flight and they accommodated us. I loved the place! The only downside was the lack of adequate towels. We stayed for seven nights and were only given one bath towel and one washcloth each and had to share a hand towel. Asked for more and was told they would see if housekeeping could bring us some but never got them. Luckily a nearby friend lent us some additional towels. I would suggest that if you are driving there bring extra towels if staying for more than a couple of days. A suggestion for the management is to put either a small bench or shelves in the bathroom to hold toiletries. While I was there I ended up putting one of the kitchen chairs in the bathroom for that purpose. All in all a great place and I would definitely rent it again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

heather v., pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Stayed for 2 nights. Cottage was cute ,clean but beds small. Water access not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Unique Stays

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HOUSE RULES 
Updated 2020 
By booking you agree that you have read and agree to comply with these rules. Failure could result in loss of your deposit and/or being asked to leave the property: 
*Keep your stay discrete, you are our guests. Please respect the privacy of our neighbors. 
1) Absolutely NO smoking, partying, or use of recreational or non-prescription drugs ANYWHERE on the property premises (up to $300 Cleaning & Deodorizing Fee if smoke or any illegal drug usage is detected in the unit) 
2) No Pets or Animals 
3) Please remove your shoes upon entering the house 
4) No Parties or Events!! 
5) Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM unless stated otherwise. A Mandatory $50 fee for unauthorized “Overstay”. If “Overstay” exceeds two hours past checkout, guest is responsible for the Daily Base Rate (without discounts) & does not award you possession of the property for the day of “Overstay”. If guest wants to extend their stay (based upon availability), a new official booking will need to be made. If “Overstay” causes a future reservation to be refunded, guest is responsible for the full cost of reimbursement. 
6) Quiet hours observed 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday-Thursday; 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM Friday & Saturday. 
7) Minimum age of 25 to book 
8) Host bears no responsibilities for any accident, injuries, or illness that you may sustain during your stay. 
9) Please keep all food and drinks in kitchen or dining areas (not near beds or furniture). 
10) No parking on the street. Driveway parking only. 
11) If the place is extra dirty, beyond the normal reasonable mess, beyond what a courteous guest would leave the home, there’s an extra $140 fee, to cover extra costs for cleaning. This includes if the walls are dirty, if the guests leave pots and pans in the kitchen sink, if the floor is stained etc. 
12) If you have any undeclared guest (above what you booked for), there will be an additional charge of $100 per day booked per undeclared guest. 
13) Only the person that made the reservation can check-in. You must have a valid working phone number before you book. If we try to contact you before check-in and are unable to, we can cancel the reservation without granting any refund. 
14) For safety, security, & insurance purposes only Registered Guests are allowed onsite. All guests over 18 must be included in the Itinerary with a verified ID & photo. We reserve the right to ask for all guest names and ages for safety, insurance, and security purposes. Also guests must supply number of vehicles along with make, model, & license plate of the vehicles. 
15) Local area guests must send a request prior to booking stating nature of visit. 
16) Please report any stains immediately, we have a carpet cleaner (failure to may result in up to $250 fee Commercial cleaning). 
*If any portion of the House Rules are violated, it is grounds for immediate termination of the reservation without a refund. Violation of the Rules will also lead to immediate removal from the property otherwise guests will be considered trespassing. 
If you have a complaint about any aspect of the property or of the hosts or host’s personnel, and you tell us or your booking channel about it, you’re authorizing us to get into the property to fix the issue, to solve the problem, or to repair the home or clean it to the standards that you require. We do not need extra authorization to enter the property if there’s something you deem unsuitable, that needs remedy. 
Please treat our place respectfully, this is what the Airbnb community is all about. You are a guest in our home. We want you to make yourself comfortable and feel at home. Please take care of our things and notify us before leaving if something breaks. We really appreciate honesty. Accidents do happen, thus if you make a mess or spill please clean up after yourselves. Enjoy your stay! 
Check Out: 
1) Please leave the property as you found it. 
2) Please make sure all dishes have been put in dishwasher and begin wash cycle 
3) Please take all trash out to dumpsters which should be empty if trash was taken out the night prior to trash day. If there are no dumpsters present, please leave trash for pick-up. 
4) Please hang dirty towels and no need to make beds as they will be stripped shortly upon leaving. All bedding must stay in room originally found. 
5) Please make sure all TV remotes are returned to the basket, on the coffee table, or side table’s near the TV. 
6) Please be kind to our Earth by turning off lights and closing all windows, sliding doors and blinds. 
7) Please leave the property as you found it and leave furniture in its place. 
8) Please set the heat to a high of 65 degrees and the air to a low of 75 degrees. 
9) Please leave us a review! We hope it was a 5 star experience!   

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