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Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

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Interior
Interior
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Beckwith Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dowagiac Area History Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is nestled against the magnificent stone wall and grounds of the Lee Mansion. Built in the 1800's as the quaint house keepers cottage of the mansion, it retains much of its original wood work/ built-ins/hardware updated with modern amenities.

Off the beaten track but close to everything, Dowagiac offers fine dining/shopping/highspeed train into Chicago. Near all the best beaches and wine trail. 6 mins to the casino. Quiet/lovely neighborhood.

Beautiful unique aesthetic and charming outdoor space. Vintage inspired elements and original 1800’s charm combine to make a photo worthy backdrop to your family get together or romantic getaway. Large patio with fire pit, walled backyard, hammock, and garden. Nestled on the original grounds of the Lee Mansion this was the house keepers cottage and shares the beautiful historic rock wall. We’ve done all we can to bring back the charm and add a little of our own. Large farmhouse style table can fit all the family or host a work meeting! Beautiful functioning kitchen with everything you need. Comfortable beds with linen sheets and soft inviting nooks for sitting.

Self check in at lock box with code after booking.

The entire house and yard is yours to access. Use our back patio and fire pit or relax and read a book under our giant mulberry tree in the back yard hammock.

Garage is not available for renters use.

I live in a neighboring town so if you need anything I can help. I also can offer highlights and things to do. I’m a survivalist, bushcrafter, and forest school teacher so if you’d like a foraging/outdoor experience let me know!

Quiet and family based this is a lovely street. We are in walking distance to historic downtown, the Amtrak train station with service into Chicago, the grocery store, dining, shopping, hiking, and a beautiful live theater and library.

Lockbox is located on the driveway side of the front porch. You will receive a check in code on the day of check in.
Absolutely no events allowed. Please respect the family based neighborhood. Please collect all trash, do dishes, and tidy up before you leave, please put key back in lock box.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Dowagiac

Dowagiac is home to this cottage. Beckwith Theatre and Dowagiac Area History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Park Shore Golf Course and Plym Park Golf Course.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beckwith Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dowagiac Area History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 36 min drive - 47.2 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 39 min drive - 47.5 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 9 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oak+Ash - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage on 24 Jun 2026 start from £153, 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 at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital and Beckwith Theatre. Dowagiac Area History Museum and Southwestern Michigan College are also within 3 miles (5 km). Dowagiac Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a welcoming environment at Heathers places. It was nicely decorated for the holidays as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P.j. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the decor, cute historic home. Clean and comfortable. Had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

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

Very nice and convenient

The host was very responsive and understanding. This place was beautiful and very convenient for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

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

Beautiful Home

This home is very nice and unique. It was very clean and welcoming. We look forward to staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was comfy and clean. Just a bit difficult for my handicapped (double amputee) husband due to some of the layout bit we managed. Thank you for letting us experience your historical home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Samuel C.

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

Nice place.

Fitting price and great place that’s pretty accurate compared to photos. There was some sort of creature stirring in the walls all night though hard to get sleep. Other than that the place has everything you need for an accommodating stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

lisa r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family visit

Was not at all impressed. There were no rails going up stairs. The couch was broken. Nothing like the ad said it was.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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Hosted by Heather Wallace

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