Lake Life Retreat in Decatur Michigan on Lake of the Woods near Sister Lakes

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Decatur, MI

Christie Lake

11 min drive

St. Julian Winery

16 min drive

Warner Vineyards Winery

17 min drive

Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)

38 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

2 Double Futons

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Common Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

If you seek an idyllic retreat featuring all the relaxing sights and sounds of lake life, look no further than this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Lake of the Woods vacation rental! With room for 10, the cottage is well-equipped and perfect for a getaway.

The private backyard on Lake of the Woods Channel offers stunning year-round views with opportunities for beach, lake activities, hiking, skiing, sledding, golfing, wineries, breweries, restaurants, gambling or even apple picking right at your fingertips. It’s a great spot to discover everything Southwest Michigan has to offer. If relaxing is your thing, our private on-site bar Monkey Dog’s will suit you well. Local wineries and St. Joseph or Saugatuck make for a great day trip!

-- THE PROPERTY --
Fall in love with this conveniently located Lake of the Woods cottage that comes well-equipped with everything you need for a memorable stay with your friends and family.

BEDROOM 1: King Bed | BEDROOM 2: Queen Bed | BEDROOM 3: 2 Twin Beds top bunks, 2 Full size lower bunks | LIVING ROOM: Full sofa sleeper

INDOOR LIVING: Open concept w/ modern interior, lake channel-facing windows, dining table in kitchen, additional high-top seating in living room. Fully equipped w/ stove oven refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee maker, hot water pot, dishware/flatware, coffee, filters, and tea.

OUTDOOR LIVING: Fishing on-site, 4 kayaks & lily pad, gas grill, private yard w/ lake access, covered deck, fire pit, patio furniture, Adirondack chairs, private enclosed bar.

BOAT: There is a pontoon boat at the dock available for rent. There is NO tubing or .
***Please message me to inquire about separate Pontoon Rental***

GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, beach chairs/towels, books, iron/board, shampoo, trash bags/paper towels/toilet paper, electric fireplace, ceiling fans, Smart TV w/ cable & Netflix access.

PARKING: Driveway (4-6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION –

ON THE SHORE: Silver Beach (27 miles), St. Joseph (27 miles), Rocky Gap Park (26 miles), Jean Klock Park (19.5 miles), Silver Beach County Park (20.1 miles), Hagar Park/Beach (21.5 miles), Roadside Park (22.1 miles), Covert Township Park (23.4 miles), Van Buren State Park (24.9 miles), Warren Dunes State Park (42.0 miles)

ON THE WATER: St. Joseph River Canoe & Kayak Livery (18.2 miles), SeaCrete Fishing Charters (18.3 miles), Brian's Marina (18.8 miles), Fish Stalker Charters (18.8 miles)

AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Lake of the Woods (on-site), Sister Lakes, Harbor Shores Golf Club (18.1 miles), Curious Kids' Museum (18.9 miles), Silver Beach Carousel (19.4 miles), St. Joseph North Pier Inner Lighthouse (19.6 miles), Krasl Art Center (20.0 miles), Notre Dame (39.0 miles) , Four Winds Casino (19.6 miles), Saugatuck, MI (49 miles).

LOCAL WINERIES: Warner Vineyards (12 miles), St. Julian Winery & Distillery (12 miles), Houppert Winery (11 miles), 12 Contessa Wine Cellars (23miles), Round Barn Estate Winery(23 miles), Lazy Ballerina Winery (26 miles) and many more.

AIRPORTS: South Bend International Airport (46.0 miles), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (150 miles)

-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pets allowed for a fee with pre-approval only
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Sleeps 10, only 8 are included in price
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

- NOTE: This is a 1-story home with 3 steps to enter, 2 steps down from the back deck.

Property manager

Anabel

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pre-approved pets $59/stay. Not allowed on carpet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Must sign House Rules and Liability Waiver when booking.

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

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Lake Cora Hills Golf Club and St. Julian Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Christie Lake and Gravel Lake. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Decatur, MI

What's nearby

Christie Lake - 11 min drive
St. Julian Winery - 16 min drive
Warner Vineyards Winery - 17 min drive
Magician Lake - 20 min drive
Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 28 min drive

Getting around

Dowagiac Station - 26 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Final Gravity Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
‪Hard Times Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Hayloft - ‬5 min drive
‪M 40 Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Life Retreat in Decatur Michigan on Lake of the Woods near Sister Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Life Retreat in Decatur Michigan on Lake of the Woods near Sister Lakes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Life Retreat in Decatur Michigan on Lake of the Woods near Sister Lakes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Life Retreat in Decatur Michigan on Lake of the Woods near Sister Lakes located?

Located in the heart of Decatur, this holiday home is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Christie Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Gravel Lake and Lake Cora Hills Golf Club. Magician Lake is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

12 July 2024

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

Relaxing vacation

We enjoyed the location of this property. Boat was easy to use to get to the lake. Kayaks were great to use in the canals. Outside space was nice, even during some rainy days, great place to relax and read.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

26 August 2023

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

Quiet and Comfortable

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Our goal was to relax so most of our time was spent fishing, swimming, reading, and cooking. Everything was great. The lily pad and kayaks were perfect for my kids. The fishing was great right from the dock. The only downside is that there isn't much in town so if you want a larger grocery store or a Walmart, etc you have to travel a bit. We didn't mind but some people might. The other thing that would be an added benefit would be if the pontoon rental was at a discounted rate if you wanted it multiple days of your stay. Overall we would recommend and definitely come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

17 August 2023

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

Fantastic spot

We loved the house and the lake - it was a perfect getaway for our family!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

11 July 2023

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

Great lake house!

We had a small group visit for the July 4th week. The house was perfect for a great holiday week and renting the boat kept us busy out on the water. The large yard, pavilion, monkey dogs bar, and fire pit all got their use during our stay. Great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

24 April 2023

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

Quiet Relaxing with a Great View!

The host was very helpful with booking and we really Enjoyed the fully equipped cottage !

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mendie L.

7 April 2023

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

Very surprised that paper towels, toilet paper provided for the st or trash bags were not supplied f

Enjoyed the property

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon o.

25 August 2022

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

Great house right on the water -- perfect for all ages!

We stayed at Anabels' house for a long weekend & had a ball! Our crew included myself & my husband, our three young kids (4, 6 & 8) & my parents. Everything was great -- from our initial communication & then all of the instructional PDFs (both in the home & sent via message). Anabel & her husband were easy to get ahold of & made sure we had everthing we needed -- Anuar even jumped on a quick call with us while we were on our way there to communicate some of the shallow areas of the lake & give us some local recommendations for restaurants & groceries. The house was great -- everything was clean, comfortable beds & updated baths, open kitchen/dining area & a cozy living space with all the streaming apps on the smart TV & a cute game corner (we didn't spend too much time inside -- we lucked out with great weather!)... but the outdoor space was just fantastic! The covered deck was wonderful -- lots of patio furniture so you're able to sit & relax, they have string lights up so you can be out there at night as well. Even though there were a lot of steps, it worked out great that they had railings & weren't super steep (worked out well for my little ones & my dad who's having a knee replacement in a few weeks). Great firepit area for s'mores, the we grilled out a few times (really great that they had a nice weber grill!) & the Monkey Dogs shed bar was a huge hit as well! Our kiddos ended up just swimming & playing in the channel -- my son caught dozens of bluegill right off the pier! The use of the lily pad was a big plus for my younger two, who wanted to be in the water but weren't super sure about swimming with the fish :) We also rented the boat, which was great as well. Downtown Decatur was cute -- we hit the local brewerty (Final Gravity) & also drove into Sister Lakes for lunch as well. Highly recommend Clear Water Meats if you're looking for great grilling options. Would definitely stay again -- thanks again for sharing your home with us, Anabel & Anuar!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dru C.

11 August 2022

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

We had a very nice peaceful stay.

The stay was great. The house was very clean. The owner was very responsive to all questions.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

2 August 2022

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

Awesome Place!

Absolutely fantastic place! We were so happy with our stay and we would definitely stay here again. The house was just the right size for the 7 of us and all the amenities were thoroughly enjoyed by us. The house was clean and stocked with the necessities. Communication with Anabel was top notch! We highly recommend this property. The lake was clean and the fishing was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

leanne r.

30 July 2022

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

Great Family Fun

This was such a beautiful property with everything a vacation could ask for. We were on the Channel leading right to Lake of the Woods. A clean and gorgeous area. Everyone was so friendly. The house was perfect and clean with just about anything you need. Owners made it easy and organized with communication through our entire stay. From the soft comfy beds to the kayaks it was definitely a great adventure!! Don’t hesitate to come relax on the huge deck and build a night fire right next to the lake. Pontoon was gorgeous and made our trip even more fun!! Sunset was amazing on the boat!! Cannot wait to come again and sure hope to break our 31 fish caught in 4 days!!! We will be back!! So many memories!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

19 July 2022

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

Lake Vacation

Nice stay at a fun clean property. Pontoon boat was great as well.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

1 June 2022

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

Perfect Michigan Lakehouse!

The Delta House was such a fantastic stay, the house was extremely clean and well kept, the outdoor area was beautiful. Having multiple areas to hang out outside was great during the warm weather. Anabel and Anuar were so easy to communicate with and their pontoon rental we added to the rental made everything so seamless. We’ll definitely be coming back in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anabel

Welcome to Delta Lake House. We are beyond excited to have you!
This place is very special to us. We have been part-time residents of the Sister Lakes area and have been vacationing in the area for almost twenty years.

Why they chose this property

Travelers like yourself can enjoy the beach, lake activities, hiking, skiing, sledding, golfing, wineries, breweries, restaurants, gambling or even apple picking. It’s a great spot to discover everything Southwest Michigan has to offer. If relaxing is your thing, our private on-site bar Monkey Dog’s will suit you well too.

What makes this property unique

This water-front retreat offers unique opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities such as roasting marshmallows by the bonfire, boating, kayaking, soaking up the sun from the property's very own Monkey Dog's bar, or relaxing under the large covered deck.