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Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5

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Exterior
A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a white refrigerator.
A patio area with red chairs, a fire pit, and a small garden bed.
A sunset over a calm lake with a dock and a boat.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with cushions, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Pipestone Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Magician Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Danneffel Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this cabin is near the beach. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sarett Nature Center and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Howard Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Pipestone Lake - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Danneffel Lake - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Round Lake - 10 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 13 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 20 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BT's Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Strand - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5 located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Magician Lake and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Pipestone Lake. Danneffel Lake and Brown Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty solid spot for the price. Plenty of beds and seating, the outdoor fire pit was nice too. I will say the kitchen was a bit lack luster - some slightly rusty utensils, dirty plateware, no cutting board, and not many cups or glasses.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Nice cozy cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Hello kevin ,Thank you for your feedback, and we’d love to have you stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable and clean cottage in the heart of the Sister Lakes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay. Location and cleanliness superb.

Highly recommend this accomodation. 5 star ⭐
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2025
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and appreciate the high recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for our family

Cabin was small but surprisingly roomy and comfortable, with lake access and an easy walk to the ice cream shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Hello Mark, Thank you for the lovely review! Looking forward to having you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoy staying here while working in the area. Clean, quite, and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I had an amazing quiet weekend at your lovely cabin. We loved fishing nearby and watching the stars over the lake at nighttime. So much space! We were able to play card games and just simply relax in this super cute, comfy cabin. Looking forward to coming back
Playing Jenga
Late night star gazing on pier
Breakfast in bed (Door dash. Lol)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
Hi Mary! We’re delighted that your weekend was everything you hoped for — from fishing nearby to stargazing at night. Thank you for sharing your experience! We look forward to having you and your daughter back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Little Spot

This cottage is right in the middle of Sister Lakes and was a perfect spot for us when visiting family on round lake. The grounds are great, AC was a huge plus, and the property manager was quick to answer questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2024
Hello Aubrey, thank you for your kind review and for sharing your positive experience! We look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place, Walkable location, Restful

This was a great little cottage for my family of 5, with 4 little kids ages 9 and under. My boys especially loved the nice TVs on the walls in each bedroom. The beds were comfortable, and kitchen was stocked well for us. It isn't big, but it was perfect for us! We'd stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely review! We’re glad the cottage worked perfectly for your family and the kids enjoyed the TVs. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was excellent, Cottage 5 was very clean and comfortable (we had 8 staying there). We did not cook or grill at the cottage, but we did use the fire pit, very comfortable. The lake access to Little Crooked Lake was close by (across a private road) & the sand beach area was clean & clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
We appreciate your feedback! It’s great to hear the cottage was a good fit and that you enjoyed the nearby lake. Hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Quiet little cabin. So cute
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Hello Audra , thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

We were out for a Roller Derby tournament but decided to stay outside the big cities. This cottage was the perfect little getaway. It rained the one day we had to explore so we didn't get to do a whole lot but it was nice to just sit and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2025
Glad you enjoyed your getaway, even with the rain! Hope to host you again for a sunnier visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Well maintained and managed property. Quite nice it meet our needs. Parking needs improvement. Larger sings
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2024
Hello Raymond, thank you for your thoughtful review! We hope to have the pleasure of hosting again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a quick getaway

We have family on the lakes so it was so nice to come back to our own oasis and not sleep on someone’s couch. 3 bedrooms meant I had plenty of room for my teenage children and a tv in each so no fighting. The common space in front of the cottage was so inviting and yet you were not too close to the others. Quick walk to the coffee/ice cream shop, a local landmark! This cottage fulfilled all our needs. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Hello , thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Updated 3br cottage in a great location

We took a chance on this cabin, because when we booked there were no reviews. It was great! The owner was very responsive with any questions I had prior to arrival. A few days before arrival, the property management company reached out with up to date info and a phone number to contact them with any questions or needs. When we needed anything they were on top of it! This Recently Updated, 3bdr house was great for my family of 5. Perfect size cottage, and clean. (If you have littles who require a high chair, just be aware all the table seating’s are bars w stools and it’s not sturdy enough to attach a clamp on style hair chair). The house is perfectly located right by all 3 lakes. It has lake access to little crooked lake. It’s not lake front, you have to go behind the cottages and cross a ‘driveway’ to get to the lake. It is zero depth water entrance, which was ideal for my littles, and a sandy bottom. We were lucky to have several days by ourselves in the water. Keep in mind there are 7 cottages that share this access, so you will not necessarily have the space to yourself. We also had our own fire pit and private patio behind the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2025
Thank you for taking a chance on our cabin! I’m so glad it was a great fit for your family and that communication was smooth. We appreciate your feedback and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and is what it says it is. Can’t beat the location to restaurants and ice cream!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Good price but the fees kill you

It starts off at a good rate per night then they add the cleaning fee The booking fee The guest fee The damage waiver fee The service Fee And the tax Before it’s over with your short stay just doubled in price. I called and tried to cancel, hours later and they need 30 days notice. Well the reservation was made within 30 days of travel. They say up to 10 people but they charge you for each additional guest over two. Our three sons cost us and extra $120 over a four day period. I didn’t stay there, never went and they wouldn’t even refund the cleaning fee, to clean what!!!! It’s a ripoff and not even close to a lake. First year, in the past fifteen years, that we didn’t spend Thanksgiving with family!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family stay

When we first arrived, there was a horrible sewage smell coming from the back bedroom and bathroom. It was so bad that it was difficult to stay in the cottage. We tried opening the window in that room but there was a hole in the screen that let bugs in. There was no central air; just portable window units. I contacted the property manager regarding both issues. They sent a plumber the next day and texted a solution to the central air problem. Apparently, there are limited outlets and it was plugged in incorrectly. As far as the plumbing, the plumber shoved a paper towel in the exposed pipe and tried to fix the leak in the bathroom but it was not resolved. The smell did get better with the paper towel trick and the rest of the time was OK. The cottage was nice, spacious and a short walking distance to Driftwood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2023
Thank you for your feedback Dana. Maintenance items that could be improved were already carried out. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Review of Cottage 5

We rented the cottage for a family vacation. It was a comfortable fit for two adults and three kids. We did have a few basic issues - one burner on the stove was out, the Wi-Fi didn’t work in the bedrooms and we had an AC issue the last night. That being said, the property manager was super quick to respond and was very helpful! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2023
Thank you for your feedback Anna. Maintenance items that could be improved were already carried out. Thanks again and I hope we can make it up to you next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake cottage

This place was great. Great location to visit wineries. Owner was quick to respond! The place was clean, easy to park and you could walk to the lakes. We sat out in the evening and enjoyed the fire pit. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2024
Hello beth, Thank you for your wonderful review! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2025
Thank you!
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