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Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and furnished balcony

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Vandalia Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Private Dock | Donnell Lake Access
Interior | Open Floor Plan | Free WiFi | Central Heating & A/C
Living Room
Dining Area | Dishes & Flatware Provided

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vandalia, MI
  • Place, Donnell Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paradise Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Game Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake!

Experience true serenity when you book this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Vandalia vacation rental. Nestled right on the shore of Donnell Lake, this beautiful house comes with a private dock, perfect for summer days of swimming, boating, fishing, and simply enjoying lake views. Fall in love with the spacious deck, prepare a meal on the grill, or retire to the airy living area. Looking for a fun day trip? Visit Four Winds Casino, head down to explore South Bend, or plan a ski trip to Swiss Valley Ski Area.

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,000 Sq Ft | Large Deck | Desk Workspace

If you're a working professional in need of a change of scenery, or if you are looking for the perfect destination for your next family retreat, look no further than this gorgeous lake house, providing enough room for everyone in your party.

Bedroom 1: King Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Loft: Futon | Game Room: Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock, Donnell Lake views, patio furniture & outdoor dining area, gas grill, backyard, bench swing
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV w/ XFINITY On Demand, DVD player, wood-burning fireplace, cathedral ceilings, 6-person dining table, sliding glass doors, ceiling fans, CD player, books, board games
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, blender, toaster, ice maker, spices, Crock-Pot, electric griddle, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, hair dryer, linens, towels
FAQ: Outdoor stairs required for access, beach towels not provided, firewood not provided, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

OPT OUTSIDE: Donnell Lake (on-site), Stevens Memorial Park (7.4 miles), Swiss Valley Ski Area (8.2 miles), Rolling Hills Shooting Preserve (8.6 miles), Fred Russ State Forest (11.7 miles), Spirit Springs Sanctuary (13.6 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Pioneer Log Cabin Museum (7.0 miles), Southwestern Michigan College (13.7 miles), Spruce Ridge Golf Club (14.3 miles), Elks Golf Course (15.0 miles), Dowagiac Area History Museum (15.0 miles), Heddon Museum (15.6 miles), Four Winds Casino (17.8 miles), University of Notre Dame (27.0 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Vandalia (1.4 miles), Cassopolis (6.5 miles), Dowagiac (15.1 miles), Three Rivers (16.2 miles), South Bend (28.1 miles), Shipshewana (33.4 miles), Benton Harbor (39.0 miles), Kalamazoo (42.1 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (31.8 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Vandalia

Located in Vandalia, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 Vernon and Velma Radebaugh Memorial Plant Preserve. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Vandalia, MI

What's nearby

  • Donnell Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Paradise Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 41 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 46 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 51 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 25 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Twirl - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Porky's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sherry Lee's Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Vandalia House w/ Dock on Donnell Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Donnell Lake and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Paradise Lake. Diamond Lake and Curtis Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Can’t wait to go back. Perfect Galveston getaway!

Exceeded our expectations for a weekend getaway! The unit was clean and had everything we needed. The pool area was beautiful and well-maintained, and the short walk to the beach made it easy to come and go throughout the day. We couldn’t have asked for a better location or a more relaxing stay. Highly recommend and would definitely return!

10/10 Excellent

Edith M.

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

Quiet large home on the lake.

This home has absolutely everything you need. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Donnell Lake House

Lovely lake house on Donnell Lake. This was a great weekend place enjoyed by all of us
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mike H.

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

Lake Getaway

Property was as advertised. Everything was satisfactory. We were there during a very hot week of 95 degree weather which made the lake that much more desirable, but the ac had a hard time keeping up with the great room, & loft areas. We were able to catch sunfish, perch and bass right off of the dock. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Wonderful Home

This property was perfect for us. Charlene is a wonderful host and communicated every detail we needed. We will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Angela A.

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

Great Family Vacation.

We love being on the lake! The house was spacious with plenty of sleeping spaces. The lake front was great. The water was shallow with firm sand. The owners were very responsive to all our requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

David

Dock

I complained about the dock last year and once again the dock needs to be repaired! It would only take a few new bolts and level it off to make it much safer to use. The rest of our stay was excellent! Looking forward to going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

JAMES

Nice!

The Vandalia home is clean, spacious and very nice. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking supplies and appliances. The rooms were very nice and the loft bedroom is huge! If not for the boat dock in need for repairs I would have given 5 stars. The location, although far from any decent grocery shopping is very nice. The lake is very clean but be careful with your boat as there are some shallow areas (I actually bent my prop by the boat ramp). Overall it was a fantastic week in Vandalia!

10/10 Excellent

Stev G.

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

Vandailia home

This home was very nice! If it had been summer, perfect with the water right there and shallow. We stayed for our daughter's wedding at nearby Gable Hill. The only issue we had was the element on the hot water heater went out, so no hot water. However, the owner sent Mike over to fix it and he took care of it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lana H.

Perfect for three couples get-together!!

Everything was as described and as pictured. Except the grill. The men were rather disappointed that it was so dirty. The ladies cooked in the kitchen which was well supplied. Even caught a couple fish right out front. The contact person was in touch often to make sure everything was alright. It was rather cool to be grilling out anyway, so it wasn't that big of a deal.

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN V., CRETE

Home is situated perfectly on the lake and capitalizes on the beautiful views

The home is built to capitalize on the beautiful lake view. We were in town for a wedding and did not have the opportunity to go out on the lake or even on the dock. The home has every amenity you could need, from a washer/dryer, multiple hair dryer's, fully stocked kitchen, multiple TVs, board games, and such. The driveway was a little narrow, be careful to park directly in the center, especially when it rains heavily. Home was also VERY easy to locate, thank you for the large mailbox numbers! If you are looking for a large space for a large group, with room to move, this is a great option!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Large Airy Common Space, Plenty of Comfy Seating

We rented for my family plus to stay for weekend Wedding at Camp Tannadoonah. After checking in we decided to pivot the place for all the girls to get ready for the big event at this lakehouse because it was perfect! Lots of room for two makeup artists and two hair stylists to ready up eight girls with lovely natural light coming in the plentiful floor to ceiling windows. It will make for great photos!!! Also the deck with lake backdrop, perfect for photos. Lots of comfy seating for everyone! Beds were to my liking, with two of the bedrooms on the first floor, so great! Both bathrooms are very large and complete. Kitchen feels loved and lived in with plenty of glasses, mugs, plates to use. Long driveway for nice safe parking. Owner was very quick to respond to each question I had. I feel very lucky to have picked Evolve and this particular lakehouse for our perfect occasion. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Saretta H.

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

Lake house

This home was like Home away from home. It was nice and cozy. Had everything we would use as if we were at our own home. Loved everything about this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Maryken

Beautiful lake property

The home is very large and comfortable. Owner is very responsive!

10/10 Excellent

Maryken P.

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Great Location!

Create place for a family vacation! A large home on a beautiful lake. Any issues that arose were handled immediately by the owners. I would let future travelers know that the shower in the master bath is extremely small and that the kitchen is fully equipped but definitely not organized. Would definitely recommend the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Wonderful Donnell Lake Stay

We had a great time fishing and staying in Charlene’s beautiful lake home. Large home with many nice amenities. Hope to be back next year. Thank you Charlene!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Carmel, IN

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Spacious Home on beautiful lake

We had a great experience with this property with our two kids ages 10 and 12. There is plenty of room to spread out and entertain if you have a large group. The home is stocked with all the comforts of home and the beds were comfortable. The lawn to the lake is large and flat. The lake water is clean and the bottom is sandy. We caught several small fish. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

dave f.

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Great Lake house

2nd year staying there and will probably do it again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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Awesome house!

So well furnished and the kitchen was well stocked with amenities. We found everything we needed to cook our meals. Very clean, nice quality sheets and bedding. Great seating areas for multi family gatherings. Loved the view of the lake and the water edge was shallow and you could wade around. We definitely would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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Great stay

Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good

Jan

Family Get Together

This lovely, spacious place provided our family of 8, including 2 children, lots of space, light & comfy seating to enjoy ourselves in spite of the rainy weather. There were extra chairs to give each of us a place at the inside dining table and a well stocked kitchen with all the plates, glasses, silverware and room to make our own delicious meals. Thanks to Charlene, the grill was freshly cleaned and we had lots of propane for the meats. We did bring a grill mat to protect the grill as well as the food. The deck would have been great if the weather had cooperated and the lake view was amazing, misty mornings and even swans. Wish the dock had been left in the lake for us during the few breaks in the weather. We went for walks in the neighborhood instead. Would love to rent again!

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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Fantastic.

A wonderful experience for my wife and parents over a long weekend . Way too much space for the 4 of us, so I could definitely see this being a great place for a larger family . The home had everything you could need. Beautifull lake views, water so warm in September , fishing wasn't half bad either . Would definitely recommend .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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Summer vac

Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Paul H.

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

Family Vacation

Overall, we had a wonderful time. The house is big and has lots of sleeping options. It really is a "just bring your clothes and toothbrush" type of home, it literally has everything you could possibly need. With that being said, this home has seen better days. The furnishings, although comfortable, are dated. The kitchen has a huge refrigerator/freezer and a decent electric stove. There are a few spices and a few can goods. You will find the kitchen fully stocked with all sizes of dishes, bowels, cups, glasses, pots, pans, Cookie sheets, cutlery, utincels and knives. The only issue was that there is a TON of everything! The drawers and cupboards are completely unorganized which makes it a balancing act when trying to extract an item. Although there is a functional dishwasher, we found some of the dishware, cups, untincils etc., to be dirty. We ruined 2 meals due to the grill being so dirty, our meat caught fire. It would have been nice if the lawn had been moved before we arrived, not on day 4 at 8am, it also made it impossible not to track a ton of fresh cut grass into the house. The towels were clean and plentiful and beds pretty comfortable. Also, one trash can, for 8 people, for 5 days is insufficient. Again, we had a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Tranquil - big house!

Everything went very smoothly from start to finish. LOTS of space in this house with many areas to occupy.

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