10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
11 September 2025
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Angie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sturgis, MI
- Place, Lake Templene16 min walk
- Place, Saint Joe Valley Golf Course2 min drive
- Place, Evans Lake5 min drive
- Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat
Welcome to The Cottages on Sand Lake! The Retreat is the main house on our property. It's our largest but is not located directly on the water. Just a short walk across the yard there is a shared swimming area with 3 docks available for guests to use. Paddle boat, row boats, paddle boards and kayaks provided as well as a water trampoline. This is a classic Michigan inland lake, 102 acres, all sports with great fishing. It is on the small side which makes it rarely crowded yet big enough to do all your favorite water sports. Great fishing right off the dock including large mouth bass, perch, bluegill, and catfish. Sand Lake County Park located two blocks away to put your boat in. Enjoy the sunset from the front porch swing and watch the carriages go by!
The original house was built in the late 1800's and was originally an old farmhouse. There are three bedrooms upstairs which are walk-thru's and are connected so you do need to walk thru one bedroom to get to the other (think like a circle, no hallway). The master bedroom and bath are private and can be blocked off for privacy. The bedroom in the back is small but also has access to the top deck so has an outside entrance as well. Two decks for outside dining as well as a large kitchen for meal prep. We have fast WIFI and 3 smart tvs with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ included. Family games and puzzles are also provided for your enjoyment.
There are lots of things to do around the area. We are located in Amish country just 30 minutes to Shipshewana for flea market shopping (May - Sept.) and great Amish culture and cuisine. Yoder’s Country Market a 4 minute drive towards Centerville. Great golfing nearby with Island Hills Golf Club being just a 6 minute drive and St. Joe County Golf Club less then a mile away. Swiss Valley Ski and snowboard area 34 minutes away for winter time fun! Please view out Airbnb guidebook for more information and suggestions.
PRIVATE Hot tub!!! Jacuzzi J-345 Spa EXCLUSIVE to The Retreat. The hot tub is not shared and is private. There is also a fire ring for family nights around the fire.
Other things to note:
Outside amenities including kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boat, row boat and lake trampoline are available for free but are shared among all cottage guests. Life jackets and yard games (croquet, bags) are also available and located in the small shed next to the garage. The Lakefront is a common area. Please enjoy! We encourage you to meet the other guests. BYOW :)
The lake is clean and not excessively "weedy". There are no lilly pads. My kids love jumping right off the dock! The lake does have a cement sea wall to prevent erosion. If you prefer a more "beachy" experience, there is a sandy beach located at the county park just a few blocks or kayak ride away!
We do provide a limited amount of towels for bathing, swimming and for the hot tub. You are encouraged to bring extra if you have a large group or will be doing a lot of swimming.
The laundry room located in the basement and is used by the house keeper, usually me, when needed to do laundry for our other Airbnbs. It has its own separate entrance from the outside and is a separate area from the rest of the basement.
We do allow pets with a $50 per pet fee which must be collected separately after you make your reservation. Please include the breed and size of your pet when making your reservation. You will also be required to agree to our pet policy.
We provide contactless check-in for your stay. There is a keypad on the back door for entry. We can be reached by phone, email, or text, as needed.
Please no parties or family gatherings are allowed. All guests must be disclosed and on reservation. The lakefront is for registered guests only. We do this to keep the swimming area uncrowded and enjoyable for all of our guests. If your reservation is for less then the allowed number of guests then you may request to have visitors (only up to the allowed number of guests) but permission must be obtained before hand. If you would like to have a family gathering we recommend Sand Lake County Park. Unauthorized guests will result in a $100 per day fee. The farmhouse only has parking for 3 vehicles.
If you would like early check in or late check out I will do my best to accommodate. There is a fee of $20 per hour. Please be aware that it takes up to 5 hours to clean and do laundry in between guests so availability is subject to prior/future guests requests.
Damage deposit is just a pre-authorization on credit card and is automatically released 5 days after departure.
Addition fees:
$50 per pet pet fee (if you would like to bring a pet)
$20 per hour for early or late check out if you would like to check in or out outside of our listed arrival/departure times. Subject to availability.
These fees can be added to your reservation after booking or you can pay cash on the day of your arrival.
This is our family getaway and hope you enjoy it! Search #farmhouseonsandlake on FB and Instagram for more pics and please share yours!
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
It is OK to leave the dishwasher running if needed.
Be sure to clean up the lake front. Return all used equipment and store all boats and kayaks upside down.
Clean grill and replace cover if used. Return all chair cushions back to Rubbermaid bin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Sturgis
Sturgis is home to this holiday home. Saint Joe Valley Golf Course and Island Hills Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Colon Community Park and South Lanes Family Fun Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Sturgis, MI
What's nearby
- Sand Lake County Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Lake Templene - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Demijohn Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Saint Joe Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Evans Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Yoder's Country Market - 5 min drive
- Prairie Lake Tavern - 11 min drive
- Gibby's Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
- Main Street Smokehouse - 13 min drive
- Royal Cafe - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tammy H.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Tammy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jackson H.
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sand Lake
Jackson H.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe H.
3 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tamela S., Plainfield IN
17 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet place
Tamela S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodating!
Megan G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
serena h.
8 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
serena h.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Michael S.
7 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristin H., Ottawa, USA
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottages on Sand Lake
Kristin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Karen N.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice family getaway spot
Karen N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
2 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Country Home with all the amenities of home
Danielle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe H.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Harold F.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Harold F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna M.
21 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing
Donna M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Burton
Stephan and I bought the property in 2021 with the hopes of our blended family of 7 having a place to enjoy Michigan summers. We live in Kalamazoo but enjoy our time we get to spend at the lake!
Languages:
English
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