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Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,

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A modern two-story house with a stone chimney, large windows, and a balcony.
A modern two-story house with a wooden deck and a stone chimney.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and two windows with curtains.
A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a skylight, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Donnell Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Vandalia, MI
  • Place, Donnell Lake
    ‪2 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 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Vandalia

Located in Vandalia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Swiss Valley Ski Area and Park Shore Golf Course 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Vandalia, MI

What's nearby

  • Donnell Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 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, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Twirl - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sherry Lee's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪George's Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore, pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore, located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Donnell Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Paradise Lake and Diamond Lake. Little Fish Lake and Curtis Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent get away. Owners were super nice and easy to work with. Beautiful place to stay and it is as relaxing or entertaining as you want. 10/10 recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent lake location in Southwest Michigan. Home is amazing and the hosts are very easy to get ahold of and communicate with. Home is large enough we were about to have family come and visit too. This was our second stay, and if the hosts will have us we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Our extended family stayed here for a week and had the best time. Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this lovely house on a gorgeous lake. Lots of room, huge front yard. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Hunting trip

We had a wondeful stay for our first trip to Michigan
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage!

We had 3 families, siblings and our children and we had the best time. Perfect set up, perfect deck, plenty of room, a 5 star from us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property, Great Views, Very hospitable owners!

As always a great experience from beginning to end!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a nice quiet lake, super relaxing and beautiful. We had two families of five and fit us perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We had a great time at Donnell Lake! The house was very accommodating for all of us, the deck was a great space to gather as well as the deck down by the lake. We also lucked out in the weather department and had great weather for an earlier season stay. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect week

My family stayed for a week. The house met all our needs. The view of the lake was beautiful! We were able to bring our furry members of the family which was so nice. Peaceful and relaxing. Nice swimming area and great lake for fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Home and location great. Host reachable and helpful. Memories made. All enjoyed the stay. Fun for all ages. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous lake house

What an amazing weekend at this fabulous lake house! We had a 60th birthday celebration with our family and it was incredible! Absolutely the best spot on Donnell Lake - highly recommend and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake house!

Wonderful lakefront location on Lake Donnell with room to play and enjoy all the lake has to offer! Terrific great room and back patio for family to gather and enjoy the beauty! Plenty of room for us to spread out. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Charming house on a beautiful lake!

We loved our week at this very nice house on Donnell Lake! The owners are kind and helpful. The house is clean and well cared for. The huge front lawn between the house and the lake makes a great playground. We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake House

Lake house is very welcoming. Good amount of parking for boat trailers and vehicles. The house was clean and has a beautiful view of the lake. The owners are very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay again at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience!

We had such an incredible experience. The home and the view were beautiful, and everything was well setup and organized. The host was very kind and responsible to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!!!

It was very beautiful place exactly what we needed for our senior girls to get ready for there Prom! Everyone enjoyed there self and I would recommend this property to anyone especially if u need the space and to hangout with friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect gals getaway

Five girlfriends had a wonderful getaway for three nights mid-Oct. Mother Nature didn’t cooperate, but we had a blast anyway. Hosts were very quick with their responses and their house was cleanly, and cute as a button. We played cards, worked a puzzle, watched some football and a movie, and cooked up some fabulous food to our hearts content. Beautiful view of the lake too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

That View!!

Our stay was fantastic from start to finish! Communication with owners was excellent! The house and property was very well maintained, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and very inviting! The views of the lake were second to none! My family had a wonderful time, despite the rainy weather! We will be staying here again! Thank you so much! A++++
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience for first time using vrbo

Had a great experience. Was first time through vrbo. The hosts were great. Responded quickly to any questions I had. They were very accommodating. The house was very clean. Beautiful home. Have no complaints. Would definitely rent again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Donnell Lake Vacation

Lots of room for everyone indoors and out, the max we had at any one time was 12.Owners very responsive with small issues we had.It wasn’t quite as clean as Iexpected,a few dead bugs here and there and some dust webs.Our biggest issue was stepping dog doo emptying our car upon arrival and watching the owners dog go in our yard and not clean it up.It certainly didn’t ruin our stay just want others to he aware.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Owner - Lovely House

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The location was fantastic—perfect for a relaxing getaway with easy access to the lake. The owner was exceptional, with top-notch communication and a swift response to any concerns we had, ensuring our stay was smooth and enjoyable. The lake itself was warm and perfect for kids, with plenty of opportunities for swimming and enjoying the paddle boat. We also spent a day at Diamond Lake, which added an extra layer of fun to our trip.A small note for future guests: the house provides only starter supplies of essentials like trash bags, toilet paper, and paper towels, so be sure to bring extra if you're staying for more than a couple of days. Overall, a fantastic stay with only minor considerations that didn't detract from our experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Spur of the moment family trip

Great stay on Lake Donnell. Owner lives next door to property and was very quick to help. There was a problem w air conditioning and he quickly fixed it. House was spacious and comfortable. Enjoyed the lake and paddle boat. Was surprised a little that there was a hill to get to the lake but it didn’t deter us from anything. Just should be aware if elderly people in your group that it could be difficult to get to lake and come back up. There is a child’s chair there and upstairs has a gate which was a great help for our group. Great view of the lake! Would definitely stay again! group. Thanks for a great stay and Jammie.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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