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Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and two wall-mounted paintings.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and a plant.
Exterior
A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee station, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Hillsdale College
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hillsdale, MI
  • Place, Hillsdale College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stocks Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Slayton Arboretum
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade

This recently renovated yet full-of-character cottage offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, with original architecture, cozy interiors, and a welcoming porch. Ideal for both short- and long-term stays, with a fully stocked kitchen, four comfortable beds (a king, a queen, and two twins), and inviting living spaces.

Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, you’ll be within walking distance of Hillsdale College and directly across from Handmade, the town’s beloved sandwich shop. Enjoy all the perks of a hotel—without the campus construction noise or noise from neighboring rooms—just the warmth and privacy of a home.

Whether you’re visiting for work, study, or a quiet getaway, this charming cottage provides everything you need for a relaxing stay.

Exclusively 100% cotton sheets and non-toxic cleaning products are used! (Be sure to specify the accurate # guests when booking a stay at the Cottage!)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Feel free to strip beds, but if you don't feel like it then that's okay, too!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please remove your shoes when you enter. There are shoe trays just inside the front and side doors.
Upstairs is often hotter than downstairs so be sure to keep the blinds shut during the day and feel free to leave the ceiling fan on in the King room.
Please do not park on the street in front of the house--only in the driveway!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4504195vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Hillsdale

Hillsdale is home to this holiday home. Lake Leann Golf Course and Bella Vista 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 Baw Beese Lake and Lake Diane.
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Hillsdale, MI

What's nearby

  • Hillsdale College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sage Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stocks Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Slayton Arboretum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Michigan International Speedway - 35 min drive - 53.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hillsdale Cottage: Just a short walk to Hillsdale College! Across from Handmade located?

Situated in Hillsdale, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Hillsdale College and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Baw Beese Lake. Lake Diane and Hudson Museum are also within 20 miles (32 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 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If we are in the area again, I would definitely rent this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hotels are in short supply in Hillsdale, and for just a few dollars more we got a WHOLE HOUSE! This cottage was cozy and the decor was charming. I hope we can stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and loved being in town to move in our Hillsdale student!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was accessible, she thought of Everything!Neighbors had loud trucks that ran 6a-10p, so it wasn't quiet, but the housecwas perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2026
Thank you so much for staying, Michelle! I am so sorry to hear that about the neighbors--I wonder why they were suddenly doing that! If anything like that should ever happen again, please feel free to reach out at any point and I'd gladly stop by to try and talk with them :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is very close to Hillsdale College, and Emma was quick with responding to questions. The kitchen was fully stocked and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entire house was clean. Instructions for check in and out were clear and committed ahead of time. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house super close to campus. Easy communication with owner. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! The most well stocked place we have ever stayed. All of the cabinets were labeled well, so it was easy to find items. Very convenient for college events.Only downside was 1 bath, but we knew that when we reserved the house :) Would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean and comfortable. The owner was very easy to reach with any questions and very clear in all the information provided prior to checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable home perfect for an overnight before a visit to Hillsdale College. Wonderful towels, comfy beds, fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Visiting for a wedding

Great location, helpful host. Would visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sweet cottage for my family to stay in for the holiday. Clean and well situated with everything we needed to cook meals. House was very responsive especially for a holiday weekend. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, close to Hillsdale College & downtown. Having a washer & dryer plus so many other household items was wonderful & extremely convenient. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean and tidy. The bed and linens we slept on were quite comfortable. Convenient location to Hillsdale College and the downtown area. The host was very proactive and helpful in her communications. We’ll definitely stay here again the next time we’re in Hillsdale.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorota

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy exterior with an amazing interior! We stayed for the weekend and absolutely loved the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms! The host was very kind and left complimentary water after our long journey. Highly recommend would visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean rooms and more than enough space for our family of four. Easily walkable to campus and downtown too, and Emma communicated promptly and well. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

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

Clean and well equipped

The house was very clean and cozy. Had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! Had everything we needed! So close to campus! Could walk to Serle center on campus in about 10/15 minutes at a slow walk. Easy check in…would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice older house. Beds were very comfortable. Communication and everything else was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Organized, clean, well stocked, very good communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Great Location, Clean and Cozy

We were looking for a short-term rental within walking distance of Hillsdale College to attend our daughter's concert. This little home was just what we needed. Very clean, very positive interaction with the owner. Would highly recommend and will stay again if available!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a terrific house and I hope we can stay here again. The owner communicated clearly and well. Everything was clearly labeled and worked exactly as she said it would. The price was good and the location was super close to Hillsdale College where we were visiting our daughter. We couldn’t be happier! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Location is perfect for visiting Hillsdale College

My son was in town for a summer football practice. Beds were very comfortable. Having a washing machine after a sweaty workout was very nice. I appreciated the kitchen to heat leftover lunch while my son was with his teammates. Temps got a bit warm upstairs during the day but comfortable for sleeping with the extra fans. That would not usually be an issue if not for late June.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill L.

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

Decent well stocked

Older house fixed up decent; reasonably comfortable, and well stocked with misc needs and kitchen extras.Responsive communication with owner.Owner obviously cares about making a nice rental property for a reasonable price.Neighborhood decent, with single exception of the neighbors across the street. No drama or anything, but not a good property to look at and they let one of their many cars alarm go off all night for one of our 2 nights there. Probably not a recurring thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Hi Bill. I'm sorry to hear that one of the neighbors had a car alarm issue--that was not us as we have no vehicles on the premises. I hope your wife liked the roses!

About the host

Hosted by Emma Wiermann

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My name is Emma and I am, a 2026 graduate of Hillsdale College, a new permanent resident of Hillsdale, and an entrepreneur! I am the founder of RPM Hospitality, a property management company based in Hillsdale that specializes in providing "Local Property Management for Remote Owners."

RPM Hospitality is a local property management company serving remote owners with reliable, hands-on care. We handle guest communication, cleaning coordination, and day-to-day oversight so you can enjoy your investment without the stress. Our goal is simple: consistent, high-quality management that gives you peace of mind, wherever you are.

Why they chose this property

I’ve come to appreciate the Hillsdale area in a way I didn’t expect at first. It’s a small town, but there’s a real sense of community, character, and care that you don’t find everywhere. Being here has made me want to invest in it—support the local businesses, contribute to the community, and help it continue to grow. My goal is for guests to not just stay here, but to experience the area at its best and leave with the same appreciation for it that I’ve developed.

What makes this property unique

This home exudes character and warmth, with its original features lovingly preserved and thoughtfully renovated to offer a perfect blend of vintage appeal and modern comfort!

Languages:

English, German

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