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Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Huge lakeside deck with the best Northshore views
Main living area, 2 patio doors lead to large wrap around deck.
Room
2nd floor bedroom with full on suite bathroom.
1st floor bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Vandalia, MI
  • Place, Donnell Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,

Welcome to our beautiful lake house on the North side of Donnell Lake! Offering expansive views and plenty of room to spread out, take a breath and relax for your next family vacation or gathering with friends. Our home has a massive wrap around deck with plenty of seating for taking in the views or dining. There is a patio area down at the water with seating, lounge furniture and fire pit. It offers a pier and large swim pad with perfect swim conditions, shallow gradual depth and a sandy bottom. Some swim floats provided and there is plenty of room in the yard for games such as cornhole.

The house has a kitchen that is fully equipped along with a grill for all of your cooking needs. Linens, bath and beach towels are also provided. A stackable washer and dryer is located on the main floor. There are two bedrooms(queen bed) and two full baths (1 up and 1 down) . The spacious loft has 1full bed and 2 twin over full bunks. There is also a game/play/reading area with patio door leading out to a second story deck.

Our location is convenient to: Notre Dame (28 miles); Swiss Valley Ski Resort(5 miles); Dr Lawless Park(hiking and biking 2 miles); farm markets (less than 5 miles). Also close to SEVERAL great local restaurants!!

GENERAL: FREE WiFi, 50” smart TV (main living), fireplace, AC/heating, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee pot, toaster, portable fire pit, large wrap around deck (partially covered).

ACCESS and PARKING: 3steps into roadside entrance of house; 2 small steps to enter roadside deck entrance w/ patio slider. 8 steps down to exit deck on lakeside. 4+ parking spots in drive.

Come and make wonderful memories on Donnell Lake!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Per owners discretion, please inquire
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Contact owner, price is $200 per pet.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Per owners discretion, please inquire
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Vandalia

Located in Vandalia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Swiss Valley Ski Area and Park Shore 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 Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vandalia, MI

What's nearby

  • Donnell Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 41 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 46 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 49 min drive - 66.6 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 51 min drive - 76.1 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 24 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Twirl - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Porky's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sherry Lee's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful rental with amazing views on Donnell Lake’s North Shore, located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Donnell Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Paradise Lake and Diamond Lake. Curtis Lake and Swiss Valley Ski Area are also within 9 miles (15 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. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this lovely house on a gorgeous lake. Lots of room, huge front yard. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Great Cottage!

We had 3 families, siblings and our children and we had the best time. Perfect set up, perfect deck, plenty of room, a 5 star from us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

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

Perfect location

Our extended family stayed here for a week and had the best time. Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a nice quiet lake, super relaxing and beautiful. We had two families of five and fit us perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall J.

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

Family Hunting trip

We had a wondeful stay for our first trip to Michigan
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

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

Great property, Great Views, Very hospitable owners!

As always a great experience from beginning to end!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

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

Great Stay!

We had a great time at Donnell Lake! The house was very accommodating for all of us, the deck was a great space to gather as well as the deck down by the lake. We also lucked out in the weather department and had great weather for an earlier season stay. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

Beautiful Lake House

Lake house is very welcoming. Good amount of parking for boat trailers and vehicles. The house was clean and has a beautiful view of the lake. The owners are very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay again at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

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

Charming house on a beautiful lake!

We loved our week at this very nice house on Donnell Lake! The owners are kind and helpful. The house is clean and well cared for. The huge front lawn between the house and the lake makes a great playground. We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Family Vacation

Home and location great. Host reachable and helpful. Memories made. All enjoyed the stay. Fun for all ages. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

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

Great experience!

We had such an incredible experience. The home and the view were beautiful, and everything was well setup and organized. The host was very kind and responsible to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Fabulous lake house

What an amazing weekend at this fabulous lake house! We had a 60th birthday celebration with our family and it was incredible! Absolutely the best spot on Donnell Lake - highly recommend and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Perfect lake house!

Wonderful lakefront location on Lake Donnell with room to play and enjoy all the lake has to offer! Terrific great room and back patio for family to gather and enjoy the beauty! Plenty of room for us to spread out. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nickie S.

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

Donnell Lake Vacation

Lots of room for everyone indoors and out, the max we had at any one time was 12.Owners very responsive with small issues we had.It wasn’t quite as clean as Iexpected,a few dead bugs here and there and some dust webs.Our biggest issue was stepping dog doo emptying our car upon arrival and watching the owners dog go in our yard and not clean it up.It certainly didn’t ruin our stay just want others to he aware.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

A perfect gals getaway

Five girlfriends had a wonderful getaway for three nights mid-Oct. Mother Nature didn’t cooperate, but we had a blast anyway. Hosts were very quick with their responses and their house was cleanly, and cute as a button. We played cards, worked a puzzle, watched some football and a movie, and cooked up some fabulous food to our hearts content. Beautiful view of the lake too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

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

Loved it!!!

It was very beautiful place exactly what we needed for our senior girls to get ready for there Prom! Everyone enjoyed there self and I would recommend this property to anyone especially if u need the space and to hangout with friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson Z.

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

That View!!

Our stay was fantastic from start to finish! Communication with owners was excellent! The house and property was very well maintained, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and very inviting! The views of the lake were second to none! My family had a wonderful time, despite the rainy weather! We will be staying here again! Thank you so much! A++++
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Great experience for first time using vrbo

Had a great experience. Was first time through vrbo. The hosts were great. Responded quickly to any questions I had. They were very accommodating. The house was very clean. Beautiful home. Have no complaints. Would definitely rent again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Walker L.

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

Great Owner - Lovely House

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The location was fantastic—perfect for a relaxing getaway with easy access to the lake. The owner was exceptional, with top-notch communication and a swift response to any concerns we had, ensuring our stay was smooth and enjoyable. The lake itself was warm and perfect for kids, with plenty of opportunities for swimming and enjoying the paddle boat. We also spent a day at Diamond Lake, which added an extra layer of fun to our trip.A small note for future guests: the house provides only starter supplies of essentials like trash bags, toilet paper, and paper towels, so be sure to bring extra if you're staying for more than a couple of days. Overall, a fantastic stay with only minor considerations that didn't detract from our experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

COLLEEN H.

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

Spur of the moment family trip

Great stay on Lake Donnell. Owner lives next door to property and was very quick to help. There was a problem w air conditioning and he quickly fixed it. House was spacious and comfortable. Enjoyed the lake and paddle boat. Was surprised a little that there was a hill to get to the lake but it didn’t deter us from anything. Just should be aware if elderly people in your group that it could be difficult to get to lake and come back up. There is a child’s chair there and upstairs has a gate which was a great help for our group. Great view of the lake! Would definitely stay again! group. Thanks for a great stay and Jammie.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bryan f.

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

Perfect week

My family stayed for a week. The house met all our needs. The view of the lake was beautiful! We were able to bring our furry members of the family which was so nice. Peaceful and relaxing. Nice swimming area and great lake for fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

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

Perfect family get together

Spacious accommodations with excellent lake views. Indoor space is clean and well appointed. Outdoor deck is great for a family get together. Look forward to being back again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Perfect get away!

The lake house is perfect for a get away. Very clean and has everything you could want or need. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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