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Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047

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A wooden deck with a blue patterned rug, outdoor seating with chairs and a table, and a potted plant.
A living room with a television, a ceiling fan, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.
A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a red nightstand, and a wall with a floral artwork.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Magician Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sister Lakes, MI
  • Place, Magician Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Magician Lake, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Sister Lakes, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Beach - 31 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 36 min drive - 62.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 43 min drive - 65.4 km
  • St. Mary's College - 43 min drive - 65.4 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 15 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak+Ash - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪BT's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?

Checkout is at 1:30 PM.

Where is Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 located?

Located in Dowagiac, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, steps from Magician Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Round Lake and Pipestone Lake. Indian Lake and Brown Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time as always....hope to see ya next year1
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great back yard on the channel. Easy lake access with lots of outdoor space.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our friends have a cottage down the road and we have a big annual neighbor weekend. This is the third year our group has stayed at this property. Hilda was great and prompt with communication. The house is roomy and comfortable. The kitchen is sparsely supplied, but we knew that coming in. There is a musty smell to parts the property and the floor near the entrance is buckling. It’s an older cottage and the price is right for what we need it for. The deck is spacious and the view to the channel is pretty. We will stay there again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was super easy to book and communicate! Was the perfect place to stay with all the kiddos and adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet hideaway

Always a nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation

Best place to stay for a week of family fun will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very Pleasant Location

We have been staying here for the past two girl trips. Love the location and the lake. Owner is really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
We enjoy having you here! Enjoy the rest of the summer! Regards, Cynthia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time, as always!

This was our 3rd year staying at Turtle Cove and we plan to be back for a 4th year! Hilda is a wonderful host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend Turtle Cove!!!

Everything was amazing. Couldn't ask for a better experience. Wildlife was everywhere. Great fishing right in the backyard. Just the escape we needed. Thank you for a perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the review! I am so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay!

We had such a great time at the Sister's Lakes! Property was as advertised. Owner was prompt with an queries.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very peaceful getaway

The owner was very nice and came through for us right away when we had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind words. Thank you for your business! We hope to see you again next year! Regards, Cynthia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time on the lake

The cottage was perfect for our group of 6 and we enjoyed the amenities of the yard when not out on the lake. Hoping to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect long weekend

The property is well equipped and on a quiet street. Check in was easy as well as checkout. Plenty of seating and comfy beds. Perfect for families with big kids or small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nicely decorated. Open concept made it very spacious. Ample bedrooms. The deck was nice to sit on and watch the geese and swans in the channel. Nicely stocked with kitchen utensils, paper towel and toilet paper. The owners were very quick to respond and gave great instructions for how to pick up your keys. We would stay here again if we were in the area. That being said there were some downsides. You have to bring your own linens and towels, no dishwasher. The hot water does not last for a full shower. The one thing that really needs attention is the floor in the kitchen and bathroom. It is very soft in spots where it must be rotting under the flooring. It had quite a bit of give and while we never felt unsafe walking on it was unnerving.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family stay!

The manager was so easy to communicate with, and came out several times when we had questions. Went above and beyond. Loved fishing out on the back deck and the lake was clean and great for swimming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Conveniently

Very convenient and great locati
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice weekend getaway

Always enjoy spending time on Magician Lake. It's beautiful and never over crowded. We always rent the pontoon boat to go on sandbar or fishing. Love to sit by the bonfire at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful long weekend

Our family had such a nice time here! Close enough to Dowagiac to be convenient, but out ebough to be perfectly peaceful. The lake and channel were great, the hosts accommodating, and the house we clean and spacious. I would definitely book here again! We had a good time just lpumging outside, fishing off the dock, and taking our little boat out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love Turtle Cove!

We had a wonderful stay at Turtle Cove and on Magician lake! The house was perfect for our two families. Hilda was lovely and accommodating as always! The property is beautiful and we have so much fun hanging out in the yard and on the lake. We always enjoy our stay here! We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Time

Fun
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area, communicative and accommodating hosts, lovely spacious clean house and comfortable beds. Everything we needed in the kitchen was available so we were able to relax and have nice meals together. There is boat access about a mile up the road and a dock in the backyard on the channel to park the boat. There were pontoon boats available for rent so we were able to take a group of family members out onto the lake for fishing, swimming, and a relaxing ride. This was our second Labor Day weekend staying here and it was just as lovely as the first year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Turtle Cove

The cabin was very clean. 1 queen bed 6 twin beds. I felt it was a good value. Nice back deck. Nice appliances and kitchen. It is on a small creek leading to the lake. Which is very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Stellar Weekend

Repeat customer of Hilda given how well these properties are run. She is the best -- very responsive and always on top of any issues we may have had. I highly recommend the two properties we stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day Get-A-Way

Good location on the channel with boat dock. I liked having the pontoon delivered there for us. Hostess knew we were getting in late and turned the lights on for us which was very welcoming. I woukd stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our "Happy Place!"

Our 4th year staying at Turtle Cove. We are happy that we were able to find such a wonderful cottage! I know we will be back! Hilda was wonderful and very prompt in answering any questions we had. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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