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Juniper Presents Wonderwood Cottage: Explore Dunes, Lake MI & Breweries

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A spacious room with a large sectional sofa, a small table, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with bunk beds, a sofa, and a window with a view.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a chair, a rug, and a large mirror.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden dining table, and large windows.
A cabin with a fire pit and outdoor seating, surrounded by a wooded area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sawyer, MI
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Sawyer

Sawyer is home to this holiday home. Captain Mike's Fun Park and St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theater and Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center.
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Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

  • Warren Dunes State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 15 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 30 min drive - 58.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 37 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 21 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Getaway Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mikey's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪D'Agostino's Navajo Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Juniper Presents Wonderwood Cottage: Explore Dunes, Lake MI & Breweries pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Juniper Presents Wonderwood Cottage: Explore Dunes, Lake MI & Breweries?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Juniper Presents Wonderwood Cottage: Explore Dunes, Lake MI & Breweries?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Juniper Presents Wonderwood Cottage: Explore Dunes, Lake MI & Breweries located?

Situated in Sawyer, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Warren Dunes State Park and Lake Michigan. Warren Dunes State Park Beach and Captain Mike's Fun Park are also within 3 miles (5 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. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic trip. This property would be ideal for a family with children—it has a playground, and the lower level is super kid friendly. We enjoyed the fire pit and being so close to wineries, good restaurants, and places to hike and see the lake. I wanted to give 5 stars for all the ratings, but the mobile version has a glitch and I can only reply that items are “good,” but it was a truly excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here, lovely house and amazing setting in the woods, and within walking distance of Warren Dunes beaches. Property abuts a small forest preserve with trails; no houses behind, just acres of trees. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2026
Anthony, we loved having you back! It’s always special when a guest chooses to return, and we’re so glad you had another great stay. Thank you for spending your time with us again. We’d be happy to welcome you back for a third visit anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation getaway. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review, Michele! We're so glad Wonderwood Cottage was an excellent vacation getaway and that you highly recommend it. We'd love to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, lots of space, amazing setting in the woods. Abuts a 30 acre preserve with trails. Easy walk to Warren Dunes beach. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2026
Thank you, Anthony! We’re so glad you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to have you back for another getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home tucked in the woods - perfect for a family getaway.We traveled with our kids and grandchildren - this was the perfect sized house for 4 adults and 2 kids. Multiple hang-out rooms made it easy to spread out during the evening. The kids room downstairs was a big hit with the bunk bed and built in slide. Kids really enjoyed the swing set and walking with their dad through the adjacent woods. It was rainy at night so we didn't get a chance to use the firepit area, but it looked amazing.Great location, very close to dunes and beach. Loved that the rental came with some beach stuff (chairs, toys, etc.). Kitchen was large and had plenty of cookware for us to prepare a few dinners. Appreciated that pantry had some seasonings, S&P and oil so we didn't have to buy :-).one caution - the sidewalk to get to the house is a little steep and can be slippery, so may not be ideal for someone with limited mobility.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2026
Thank you, Corey! We’re so glad your family chose to spend some time here together. It sounds like you made some wonderful memories during your stay, and we’re grateful the home gave everyone a comfortable place to enjoy being together. We also appreciate the helpful note you shared for future guests. It was a pleasure hosting your family, and we’d be delighted to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay with plenty of rooms to relax in. Wonderful and clean experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you and for sharing this kind review of your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this beautiful property. You see the forest through every window, the living space with fireplace is warm and cozy and we appreciated the separate TV room. The beds are wonderfully comfortable and the kitchen is great. The variety of outdoor and screened spaces let you really enjoy the property. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2026
We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful stay with us and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
The primary issue we had with the property is that it is listed with beautiful photos inside and out, and managed by a luxury home rental company Junpier so our expectations did not meet the property as is. We arrived 30 minutes after check in and had to wait 2 hours because the cleaning crew had just arrived. They likely felt rushed, but the house was not cleaned well. I spent the first hour vacuuming most of the rugs as there was food and debris on several of the floors. Inside, the place just is run down- all rugs have stains, kitchen has a lot of haphazard utensils and pots and it is not organized. Kitchen sink knob came off every day, and the master bath sink was clogged our whole visit. Downstairs shower cold water only. Downstairs is a nice TV area, but couch is child size and should be replaced so adults and kids can sit together. We didn't want to spend whole vacation waiting for workmen to come and address, given there were so many issues. On to the outside - sadly as other reviews suggest the outside has not been maintained in a long time. Cobwebs everywhere, outdoor furniture covered in debris, grill is rusted out.Here are the positives: the location of house is great, neighborhood quiet and you are very close to Warren state park so convenient. The house has a screened in porch room that is very nice. At end of the street is a cute donut shop. With some attention and maintenance house could be improved.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We enjoyed our stay at the “Wonderwood Cottage”, Juniper Holiday Home. We felt the inside of the home was accommodating, clean and well maintained. We loved the quietness and the expansion of trees everywhere. I chose this house for many reasons: a family vacation, an anniversary, the location, and it’s size but one of our main focuses was to gather in the outdoor patio areas.The outside was pure disappointment. Upon arrival, it was clear the property had not been properly de-winterized or prepared for guests making it feel unclean and poorly maintained from the start. The wagons provided for hauling firewood an supplies were filled with standing water to the top and with debris, rendering them unusable till they dried. We spent an hour and a half cleaning and removing leaves, dead bugs, dirt, and cobwebs from everywhere trying to make the place half way presentable for the rest of the family’s arrival. A manager from housekeeping (Christina) stopped by while we were cleaning and she told us to stop cleaning and she would have someone to clean on Saturday. It was power washed and blown off the best the nice gentlemen (Allen) could do while we were staying there, he was there all afternoon into the evening while we were vacationing. Unfortunately, that did not help us in the moment, because all carpet and furniture was too wet for normal use.Overall outside did not meet expectations, did not look like pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2026
Dear Patty, Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback, and thank you for choosing Wonderwood Cottage for your family's anniversary trip. We're glad the home itself, the quiet setting, and the surrounding trees lived up to what drew you here. That said, we owe you an apology. The property should have been fully guest-ready the moment you arrived, and it wasn't. You shouldn't have spent the start of your vacation cleaning, working around wet furnishings, or dealing with a shower without hot water and a thermostat that wouldn't hold temperature. Having our team address these things during your stay only added to the disruption, and that's on us, not something you should have had to navigate on your anniversary. We've taken your feedback seriously and are making changes: a mandatory pre-arrival inspection covering interior cleanliness, the grounds and firewood equipment, and a full test of hot water and HVAC at every point before any guest checks in. We're also reviewing our listing so that details like garage parking accurately reflect what's available. We very much hope we made this right. Warm regards, The Juniper Holiday Home Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. A beautiful serene setting. SO peaceful. Love the house - three bedrooms each with their own bath. Our grandkids loved the yard with swing and play house with slide. The screened in porch is awesome. And the front porch was a favorite spot on the porch swing. We saw deer regularly, which excited the grandkids. 7 years & 5. SO many extras provided too! TP, paper towel, salt & pepper, dish washer pods, even Q tips in the bathrooms. I definitely recommend this property. We brought along my daughter and son-in-law and two kids. And my 92 year old mother. 7 of us on this trip. Only downside is the climb up either the steps or brick path. Unloading was challenging but packing up was easier. Thankfully my Mom gets around well and was able to navigate the hill ok. We definitely got our exercise. Oh almost forgot, the fire pit is awesome. We love bon fires. Had one each evening. Wood is provided and there was plenty of kindling that was fun to gather. Loved our stay and the State Park Beach is literally 5 minutes by car.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your trip and hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only negative which is why I’d give it 4/5 stars is the outside furniture and appliances weren’t well kept or cleaned before arriving. Lots of spider webs, moss on all the furniture. Grill was rusted out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2026
Thank you, Chance, for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you chose to stay with us and appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. We sincerely apologize that the outdoor furniture and grill did not meet expectations. Your comments have been shared with our team so we can address them and improve the guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better stay in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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