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Perfect Lake House Getaway

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden railing.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view through an open door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table, and a staircase leading to a living area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a granite countertop.
A well-maintained grassy lawn with a gazebo, a small cabin, and a boat dock in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Donnell Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Vandalia, MI
  • Place, Donnell Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Beds

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Futon

Living room sofa Queen Pull-out

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen Air Mattress

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bathroom

Toilet

Full 1st floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Vandalia

Located in Vandalia, this vacation home is on a lake. Park Shore Golf Course and Swiss Valley Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
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Vandalia, MI

What's nearby

  • Donnell Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 36 min drive - 61.5 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 43 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 44 min drive - 67.5 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 47 min drive - 77.2 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 24 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Twirl - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sherry Lee's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Broadway Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Lake House Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Perfect Lake House Getaway?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect Lake House Getaway on Nov 16, 2026 start from $343, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Lake House Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Lake House Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Lake House Getaway located?

This family-friendly Vandalia vacation home is located on a lake, steps from Donnell Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Paradise Lake and Diamond Lake. Little Fish Lake and Curtis Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They had everything we needed, even a high chair for our 1 year old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just as described, quiet and private, with a super easy check-in and straightforward communication from our hosts. We'd definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, spacious, and cozy. The house had everything we needed as far as pots. pans, plates, cups, towels etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic space!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! We enjoyed the ping pong table and pool table.The house was nice and clean and the host Jenni was amazing. 5 star do recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

This property was amazing. The hosts were very helpful and we had everything we needed. Will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lake house

Nice relaxing home across from the lake. Very clean and nicely furnished. Our family enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect home for us for our son’s wedding weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and well-lit. We felt very safe and it was a quiet area of the road. Everything was easily accessible and had multiple sleep options and a great kitchen to cook. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Family Weekend

Had a lovely stay at this property! Beautifully appointed, comfortable home with everything a family could need. Kids had a great time in the large yard with the provided games/toys.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house on Donnell Lake

The house was very clean and well maintained with all towels and cooking supplies that you would need. We would happily choose to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

It had everything we needed for a nice stay for our sons wedding at Marion Magnolia Farm.

We were no there too much because of the wedding but while we were there we were comfortable. The house was very clean and decorated nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Donnell Lake

Spacious clean home. All in our party enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice

Nice place. Plenty of room for all of us, nice lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the quiet neighborhood and the gorgeous lake views. The indoor and outdoor spaces are so roomy. The kids enjoyed the downstairs space with all of the games and access to their own tv. The location feels remote and serene, but you are within a ten-minute drive to numerous restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

We came here to celebrate the 4th of July with family on another lake close by. The house was clean, laid out well, and lots to do for young families!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Long Weekend!

We enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home over Labor Day weekend! The kids had a great time playing in the lake and so did the adults. Location was easy and convenient to go into town for items each day. Overall we enjoyed our time here and would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pretty house by the lake

Jenni was the perfect host, super friendly, inviting and supportive. The cabin is newly renovated, sits quiet on a nice lot of land. Trees spend enough shade so you can observe rabbits & chipmunks throughout the day. We truly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The host was very nice, however, it was advertised as a full kitchen, and there was not any measuring cups or anything, we had the Max amount of guests that the listing had and there wasn’t enough dishes, nor was there enough toilet paper or anything for two nights for that many people. This posting says that there is a Queen sofa pullout, but it turns out the pullout was replaced so there is no pullout on the couch. It also was advertised that it was on the lake, but the way that the ad was listed and the way that the pictures were it seemed that the house was literally on the lake into the backyard, but it is actually down the road. The house itself was gorgeous and we had a great time, the pool table and other activities downstairs were so much fun. We were just bummed that the lake was not part of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2026
Hi Jessica, Thank you for your review. I am very sorry to hear you were not satisfied with your stay. We do have a full kitchen with all appliances. I was not aware that measuring cups were missing. What other utensils were missing? Sometimes guests put items in different drawers or things come up missing which is no problem but I like to provide my number to guests just in case anything is needed or missing during their stay. I could have had it brought to the house within hours. I checked the listing, we do not advertise that we are on the lake, we state we have lake access (down the road), we are directly across the street from Donnell lake. As stated via text, someone recently broke the pull out sofa and it was replaced with a brand new sofa. Two queen size blow up mattress were purchased to replace it which guests have shared are much for comfortable than the pull out sofa bed. I will be sure to update that in the listing and be sure to discuss toiletries with the cleaning crew. Thanks for your feedback!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice and spacious!

The basement was awesome for teen kids. We had some rainy weather so they were able to keep busy with the ping pong and games. The firepit was nice but only two chairs so bring camping chairs. Host was very friendly, and easy to get a hold of. Plenty of towels, blankets etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
Thank you for your review, Alicia! We now have 6 chairs outside. Hope to rent to you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect setting for our annual Ron Swanson Weekend…a five year tradition with our sons and their boys. It’s planned by “Pappy” and always includes survival skill building, team building and good ol’ guy stuff, but they never know what to expect until they arrive. This year, they all participated in the Muddy Kids Run in Sturgis and your lake house was the perfect location and offered so much for them to do following the run. The basement with game room topped the weekend off perfectly! Great location, great house, lots to offer! Communication was a breeze! 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice secluded location .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t say enough good things about this place! We had such a busy weekend but my friends and I are hoping to plan a trip back soon when we have more time available to hang by the water. Communication with the host was above and beyond and the place was so comfortable and was the perfect home away from home with plenty of linens, towels and kitchen/grill supplies. Thank you for the great place and hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2026
Thank you so much Elise! We hope to host you again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Jenni was excellent! She was easy to reach, responsive, and very accommodating! Great experience. The home was clean and lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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