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Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake

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A two-story house with a covered porch, a front door, and a small front yard with a pathway.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a striped pillow, and a 'Paw Paw Law' pillow. A cat tree is visible in the background.
A two-story house with a small front porch and a garden area.
A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with cushions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the lake, this 4-bedroom cottage accommodates 10 guests and features 3 bathrooms. Enjoy activities like kayaking, game walks, and waterskiing nearby. The property includes a patio for outdoor relaxation and access to nearby golf options. Nearby attractions include Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery.

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Paw Paw Lake
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Watervliet, MI
  • Place, Paw Paw Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake

Description: A beloved summer lakefront cottage compound on Paw Paw Lake for over five generations, this lovely and versatile property is available when the family is not in residence. Located at the end of Bowes Landing, where the lawns create a beautiful park-like setting between the cottages and the lake, the compound faces west with panoramic views of the entire lake. The large front deck on the Main Cottage is perfect for reading, sunbathing, family meals. and watching dramatic sunsets. The sandy bottom lake, with private pier, makes for enjoyable swimming. Children love this summer cottage!

Accommodations: Main cottage faces the Lake: 2 bedrooms + 2 baths; guest house, just behind: 1 bedroom; loft with 2 sleeping areas; additional main floor sleeping area; 1 full bathroom. Compound sleeps 10 comfortably. Main cottage has central air and a fireplace. guest house has window air. Compound layout works well for large, extended or multi-family use.

Coordinates: Paw Paw Lake is the largest inland lake in Southwest Michigan. It is 90 minutes from Chicago and 2 hours from Detroit, 15 minutes east of Lake Michigan, 20 minutes from St. Joe - known for its shops, summer music and arts festivals, 30 minutes from the wonderful art/antique villages of Saugatuck and Douglass. Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana is 50 minutes away. Southwest Michigan is becoming known as a fabulous all-season get away destination.

Activities: Several excellent 18-hole golf courses (including the PGA sanctioned Harbor Shores, a Nicklaus signature course, as well as the local Paw Paw Lake golf course) and tennis facilities are nearby. In addition to a local water park, there is kayaking, sailing, canoeing, swimming, waterskiing, biking, fishing, horseback riding, windsurfing, jet skiing. Area marinas handle boat rentals. A number of award-winning vineyards are open for touring, and antiquing abounds. A wide variety of restaurants and cinemas are close by, as is the new Four Winds Hartford casino. Summer days are filled with fun. Fall weekends are filled with gorgeous colors, exploring and relaxation.

Keywords: Lakefront Property, Vacation Rental, Paw Paw Lake, Southwest Michigan Rental
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
All reservations are considered tentative until homeowner receives the guest application, checks references and conducts a brief phone interview.
People other than those in the guest party set forth in the Rental Agreement may not stay overnight.
Quiet Enjoyment: It is understood and agreed that this property is to be occupied as a peaceful get-away. Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 399090vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Watervliet

Located in Watervliet, this cottage is near a water park and on a lake. Lake Michigan and Sarett Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Kids Place Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Watervliet, MI

What's nearby

  • Paw Paw Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Beach - 21 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Andrews University - 22 min drive - 39.6 km
  • South Beach - 23 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 29 min drive - 54.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 20 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wesco World - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Extraordinary Cottage Compound on Paw Paw Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Paw Paw Lake and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Little Paw Paw Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Nancy

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We are part of a large family that has enjoyed this cottage on Paw Paw Lake for over five generations.

Why they chose this property

Our great-grandfather chose this spot because it is a beautiful place to live - with a stunning view of the lake and gorgeous sunsets that I imagine are the same today as they were 100 years ago. Paw Paw Lake is convenient to many locations: Chicago, Valparaiso, South Bend, Kalamazoo, Detroit to name a few. In addition to relaxing by the lake, there is so much to do on the lake and in the surrounding towns, that people come back year after year.

What makes this property unique

We love to have coffee on the porch in the morning, and watch the lake. Some of us are always cooking for a crowd. Others are watching the kids play. Others are off for a run, tennis, golf or kayaking. We love the sunsets. We love the local movie theaters. We enjoy casual meals at The Local 3 Grill and we love Amy's Kitchen.
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