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Cozy Quiet at Mill Pond Cottage
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Dowagiac, MI
- Place, Southwestern Michigan College5 min drive
- Place, Dowagiac Area History Museum5 min drive
- Place, Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital5 min drive
- Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Cozy Quiet at Mill Pond Cottage
Peaceful cottage nestled on historic Mill Pond, the secret of the locals for great fishing and small-town lake life. The Cottage is inlet side of a no-wake lake. Take a paddle board/boat ride through the lily pad path to beautiful open water with excellent fishing and relaxing. Gather on our dock around the grill or fire table or make s'mores around the fire-pit. Swing in our hammock and listen to the frogs or go and see all the region of the Great Lakes has to offer right out your doorstep.
We are located on Mill Pond in pretty little historic Dowagiac. A local no-wake lake, Mill Pond is a favorite local fishing/swimming hole. Although we are on the inlet side of the lake. You can take the lovely lily pad path to the open water in the summer to enjoy the tranquility. Enjoy fishing from our dock and fully enclosed back yard. We provide a hammock, grill, firepit, and fire table. We also have a paddle boat and paddle board for you to use at your own risk, but you are welcome to bring your own kayak/canoe. The cottage is located on a dead-end road and we really love our neighbors so please be respectful that this is a local area. No loud music, parties, fireworks, or events. We are close to everything the great lakes region has to offer, including wineries, breweries, the great outdoors, dining, and much more. But if you are looking for a quiet little getaway nestled into luxury with our 100% linen sheets, beautiful decor, and custom locally roasted coffee, we might be the place you never leave. Just minutes from a lovely little golf course, Southwest Michigan College, and downtown Dowagiac we have the best of all worlds. Welcome home!!
You are 100% liable for any watercraft use or water safety during the duration of your stay. If you choose to use our watercraft you are responsible for any harm that you or any of those staying with you may incur.
Door code will be sent to you the day of check in.
We are located on Mill Pond in pretty little historic Dowagiac. A local no-wake lake, Mill Pond is a favorite local fishing/swimming hole. Although we are on the inlet side of the lake. You can take the lovely lily pad path to the open water in the summer to enjoy the tranquility. Enjoy fishing from our dock and fully enclosed back yard. We provide a hammock, grill, firepit, and fire table. We also have a paddle boat and paddle board for you to use at your own risk, but you are welcome to bring your own kayak/canoe. The cottage is located on a dead-end road and we really love our neighbors so please be respectful that this is a local area. No loud music, parties, fireworks, or events. We are close to everything the great lakes region has to offer, including wineries, breweries, the great outdoors, dining, and much more. But if you are looking for a quiet little getaway nestled into luxury with our 100% linen sheets, beautiful decor, and custom locally roasted coffee, we might be the place you never leave. Just minutes from a lovely little golf course, Southwest Michigan College, and downtown Dowagiac we have the best of all worlds. Welcome home!!
You are 100% liable for any watercraft use or water safety during the duration of your stay. If you choose to use our watercraft you are responsible for any harm that you or any of those staying with you may incur.
Door code will be sent to you the day of check in.
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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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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
About the area
Dowagiac
Located in Dowagiac, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Wilding Plant Preserve, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Dowagiac, MI
What's nearby
- Southwestern Michigan College - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Dowagiac Area History Museum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Beckwith Theatre - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
- Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Oak+Ash - 5 min drive
- The Twirl - 14 min drive
- Taco Bell - 6 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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9.4/10
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Communication
8.8/10
Location
8.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Lesley P.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lesley P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Dana W.
13 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph D.
9 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place!
Joseph D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen E.
23 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend wedding getaway
Stephen E.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon Q.
3 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Brandon Q.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Tracey H.
27 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
HOT
Tracey H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Maridy M.
1 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Double wide on a lily pad pond
Maridy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
alyssa w.
22 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
alyssa w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shawna D.
16 Jun, 2025
Shawna D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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