Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4

Dowagiac, Michigan
$195 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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 $30 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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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 Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 500 Sq Ft (46 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster Oven
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Privileges Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • KELLI

    Submitted Oct 30, 2023

    Stayed Oct 28, 2023

    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.

  • Rita

    Submitted Jun 12, 2023

    Stayed Jun 6, 2023

    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.

  • Joanna

    Submitted Oct 31, 2022

    Stayed Oct 30, 2022

    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!

  • lisa r.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 5, 2025

    I was amazed. The picture did not do justice of how beautiful the cabin was when we walked in. How cozy and warm and welcoming. The morning we left it had snowed and how beautiful. Thank you for making our stay so special.

  • Edward &....

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    The cabin was fine. The check in process was complicated and not user friendly.

  • Scott O.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    Overall rating is good. Cottage was old and rehabbed to a pass rating. Furniture could use a changeout, more specifically the pull out couch, but overall a nice old cottage. Clean outside and was very quiet. The check in process was a bit too much. The additional forms and process, (wanting your personal picture and ID) was going to be a deal breaker. A bit too much for just an old cabin. I have stayed with VRBO, AB&B and other vacation places and the check-in process was far beyond any of them so far. They forget that the third party agencies already have you agree to rules and regulations. Additionally, the check-in and check-out time were a bit tight. I would assume with all the above, they have had problems with renters. I was arriving 5 -10 min prior to 4pm check-in and asked if it was ok and got the “ok but you realize it’s against our normal rules, 4pm is our check-in time”. So I waited until after 4pm to go in.

  • Crystal C.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    The cottage was in a great location for the wedding I was attending, and I appreciated the quiet, peaceful atmosphere. Communication with the host was excellent, and I also enjoyed the complimentary Keurig coffee—such a nice touch.There were a few areas that could use improvement. The space was clean primarily, but there were cobwebs and some dust in the bathroom that could use more attention. I didn’t use the bed, but the sleeper sofa was worn and uncomfortable. I also hoped to cook during my stay, but the kitchen had only a small saucepan and no other pots or pans, making it complicated.Lastly, I was surprised by an extra guest fee when booking four guests, even though the listing indicated that four were allowed. It was still more affordable than nearby hotels, but clearer expectations around amenities and fees would improve the experience.All in all, a decent stay with some nice touches, but there’s room for improvement in comfort and clarity.

  • Vince R.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2025

    Stayed Mar 27, 2025

    The cabin was very clean and cozy. And the area with the surrounding lakes is very lovely. I will recommend to others.

  • Sharon D.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    Easy check-in, clean.

  • Sonya A.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    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.

  • Margarita V.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    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!

  • Stacey L.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    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.

  • Andrea K.

    Submitted May 13, 2024

    Stayed May 10, 2024

    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.

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$195+
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