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Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 883.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Southwestern Michigan College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dowagiac Four Winds Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Diamond Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Loft

2 Single Beds

Porch

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI.

Wood Crest Cottage and the various trails through 40 acres of woods, meadows, and pond is a natural sanctuary that provides peaceful seclusion from the noisy world while offering many modern amenities.

A sign at the drive (Wood Crest Cottage) will start you on your drive down the grassy lane to the cottage.

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Located in Dowagiac MI less then 10 minutes from downtown. Less than 20 minutes from Cassopolis, Sister Lakes, and Niles MI. About a half hour from South Bend IN.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Beckwith Theatre and Dowagiac Area History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cass Street Park and Clevenger Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Southwestern Michigan College - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Diamond Lake - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Stone Lake - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Magician Lake - 21 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oak+Ash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Tavern Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Twirl - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI. located?

Located in the heart of Dowagiac, this golf cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Southwestern Michigan College, Beckwith Theatre and Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital. Dowagiac Four Winds Casino and Dowagiac Area History Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lot of fun, great house and property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

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

Peaceful and private with great amenities

The cottage is adorable and the property is awesome. My teenage boys spend hours each day fishing at the pond. We loved using the fire pit at the pond and spending time on The kayaks. The trails were great. The setting is peaceful and private. The hosts were kind, very communicative and accommodating. Everything was clean and well taken care of, except the outdoor furniture could use some refreshing.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great Mini Spring Location!

I took my son and his friend to meet my family from Wisconsin as this house was about half way for both of us. The pictures and listing don't do the house justice! We absolutely loved our time, we just wished it was warmer to enjoy hiking the property more, hopefully we can meet there again! Thank you to the wonderful hosts! Ten out of ten!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Woods Edge cottage is simply magical. The home itself is beautiful, clean and has everything you could need for a short or long stay. It was just my son and I staying to celebrate his birthday but the home would be comfortable for a larger family as well. The real treat are the grounds. There are so many paths through meadows and woods with little spots to sit. My favorite was having morning coffee in the middle of the meadow and listening to the birds. My Merlin bird app even identified some rare birds that aren't seen as much due to disappearing wetlands. Once you see how much effort Lincoln's family has put into rewilding their property you will understand why it is such a wildlife sanctuary and I feel lucky to have experienced myself. This is my dream to live somewhere like this and I hope more people can enjoy it as well. Also the owners were super responsive although I honestly didn't need anything except to check out their sweet farmstand!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsi W.

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

Perfect little getaway

The beauty of this property is breathtaking. The owners have paid so much attention to the little details and we wanted for nothing. So very peaceful and beautiful. Absolutely cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family get together

This property was better than we expected. Beautiful and so peaceful with all of the extras😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza R.

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

Absolutely Amazing

Absolutely loved this cozy place . Definitely will be back. Absolutely worth a try you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowdy W.

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

Peaceful!

This was a perfect place for me to be during our house fire Restoration! It was relaxing and peaceful bein almost Off the Grid lol during this time! Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marley S.

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

Hidden Gem

The property was absolutely stunning with plenty of trails to walk, a pond to take the kids out on, and the perfect setup to relax any where. Our hosts were great and clear with communication. They left a few thoughtful goodies and thought of everything including outdoor games. The cottage was clean and even bigger then we expected- it was perfect for our family getaway and I will be reccomending this stay to friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd Z.

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

Fantastic Getaway!

This place could not have been better for what we were looking for. As others have mentioned, the pictures really don't do this place justice. Inside is quaint but very cozy. There is plenty of room to spread out within the limited amount of space. The kitchen and bathrooms are both updated and very nice. The wifi was fast and held connection throught the house (and went as far as the fire pit!) Outside was a dream. There are basically 3 porches and a fire pit area which all hold 6+ comfortably. On top of that there is a beautiful view of a field from the fire pit and many some great trails to walk. The property is very secluded and private which allowed us all to unwind and really take in the countryside. This may sound weird but our group actually couldn't stop admiring one prominent tree on the edge of the field and the tree line, you'll know which when you see it. While the inside is comfortable and inviting, the real appeal lies in the property itself. The host was communicative and informative along with being very accommodating (the cookies and baked goods were fantastic!) With the welcome binder there are also recommendations to local restaurants. We ended up going to Sister Lakes Brewing and it was amazing! I'll end the review here, but could go on. We were blown away at every turn. Do not hesitate if you're considering this property! It's the hidden gem of Dowagiac! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this home. It was very secluded and clean. The host was attentive. We look forward to staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect retreat for our boys’ weekend. The property is enormous but walkable and immaculately maintained with a wide variety of things to do and see while remaining secluded in what felt like our own personal state park. The cottage was clean and comfortable and we enjoyed every one of the homemade cookies the hosts left for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and each of us plans to return with other friends and family members.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley S.

Property was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded, peaceful, but also many activities available on the property without ever having to leave a really beautiful and fun place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yenny V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful house with an amazing property. Thank you for sharing your space. It was a relaxing weekend. We enjoyed the pond and the trails. Great place to get away for a weekend. Highly recommend to anyone who needs to ground and to relax. Thank you Lincoln and Shelly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JOE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property...nice walking paths!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures do not do this place justice. The cottage is super cute and very secluded. The natural plantings and meadows with the mowed paths make this a nature lovers dream! Highly recommend and look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place exceeded our expectations. It is a Hidden Gem or a Secret garden back in the woods through the corn fields. It's like a whole new world of exploration and beauty. You instantly feel calm and connected to nature here. My family and I felt so at home. We love exploring and there's plenty to explore around here. We did not want to leave.Shelly and Lincoln thought of everything. You can feel the love that they have for this home and the grounds. Will definitely return. *we got home yesterday. I dreamed of this place last night and woke up thinking about it today.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasyl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place itself is unique. You are in the forest and fields around. Silence. And the owners have taken care of everything for relaxation. Take food and disconnect from the world for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wood Crest Cottage was an excellent choice for my first visit to Michigan. Morning coffee experiencing nature in the beautiful setting and evening soaks in the hot tub were perfect bookends to days of exploring beaches and the wine trail. The carefully curated grounds, interior and amenities insured a peaceful and relaxing stay. Anyone considering booking this property should not hesitate to choose it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard D.

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

Weekend getaway

My wife and I were looking for a quick getaway for 2 days !! I must say this by far was a great pick ! Very clean property tucked back in the woods. Just bring what you are cooking !! Everything else it there for you !! Thank you !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

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

Beautiful, Relaxing, Wonderful place to stay.

We stayed for just 2 nights but we really enjoyed our time! Loved the trails and scenery! Hot tub was great. We had beautiful 60 degree weather and the hot tub really helped us enjoy our stay. House was stocked! Bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse F.

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

Best stay around !

Best place to feel free
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman L.

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

Great stay as always

Staying at this cabin is becoming an annual tradition for my friends and I. Great grounds, great amenities, comfy sleeping arrangements, and a good location make it hard to beat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy B.

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

Get-away Bliss

We loved our stay. We wanted to get away from everything and this place absolutely did that. Loved relaxing in the hot tub each night. It was cute and the paths were great. We also enjoyed meeting the friendly dogs at the farm. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lincoln Clark

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We have been providing some of the best grassfed organic beef to Southern Michigan, Northern Indiana, and beyond for 30 years and have been told countless times how beautiful the property is. Upon acquisition of a contiguous property with this cottage we endeavored to develop an oasis that would honor that heritage.

Why they chose this property

The farm has been organic since 1983 and it offers a splendid sanctuary from the noisy world; with its diverse array of wildlife and plants it is a nature lovers oasis. Sunrises and sunsets are spectacular. Wildflower gardens abound. The dark sky experience here will appeal to star gazers and offers excellent satellite tracking . Avid air traffic watchers will find the property is on the flight path of many area and national city's airports. Bird watchers will find many native and migratory birds very plentiful. There is a small but growing library of books related to nature and conservation provided that will include writings of one of the founders of this farm and organic standards (mom).

What makes this property unique

Sanctuary, escape, quiet, seclusion, nature

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