Lakefront retreat with kayaks

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

Decatur, MI

Magician Lake18 min drive
St. Julian Winery20 min drive
Warner Vineyards Winery20 min drive
Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lakefront 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom house in Decatur on popular all-sport Lake of the Woods. Perfect for 1 or 2 families who want to get away and enjoy lake life.

This home is located on a quiet cove with lake views and direct access to the water. There is a large yard on the lakefront with a fire pit, great for toasting marshmallows. A private dock provides access for fishing and boating. Kayaks are provided for your use, or you can bring your own boat and take full advantage of the 289 acre all-sport lake. The public boat launch is conveniently located just down the street, and there is ample room in the driveway to leave your trailer during your stay.

Inside, the house has been recently updated and provides 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed and a private bathroom. The large bunkroom is perfect for kids, giving them their own space to play or watch movies when they need a break from the sun and outdoor activities. The third bedroom has a queen bed and a desk with monitors and a USB-C docking station. The rest of the house has an open layout with a well-equipped kitchen and a dining area that opens into a spacious family room with views of the yard and lake.

*Dock, kayaks, and grill are available Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

Property manager

Kara

Premier Host

Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this cottage is 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 Magician Lake. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Decatur, MI

What's nearby

Christie Lake - 11 min drive
Magician Lake - 18 min drive
St. Julian Winery - 20 min drive
Warner Vineyards Winery - 20 min drive
Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 31 min drive

Getting around

Dowagiac Station - 24 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

Final Gravity Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Hungry Howies Pizza - 7 min drive
M 40 Bar - 6 min drive
Hayloft - 5 min drive
Subway - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront retreat with kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat with kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat with kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront retreat with kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Christie Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Magician Lake and Gravel Lake. Lake Cora Hills Golf Club is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wally P.

10 September 2023

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

Relaxing weekend at the Lake

We had a wonderful time at this property. The house was clean and you could tell that the owner took good care of it. Between all of the little notes and even the small things like labeling the light switches this should be an example of how a rental experience should be. The house sits in the no wake portion of the lake, and there was a pontoon party a few houses down. If water sports are your thing the bigger portion of the lake has plenty of room for activities, but the wakes can be a little rough to paddle though. the 4 Kayaks provided allowed the whole family to paddle and enjoy the water. We didn't fish, but saw many people with lines in the water and cheering when they caught something. The town on the other side had jus about everything one could need and is only a 6 min drive away! Our time here was great and having stayed here has raised the bar for what a rental should be. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joellen D.

21 August 2023

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

Lake day

The lake house is beautiful and very comfortable. We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maia C.

10 August 2023

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

Cozy lakeside house

We had a very nice stay with friends in this comfortable house. Everything was extremely clean and in great shape and the house is well stocked with everything you need. We all enjoyed the kayaks and this quiet part of the lake. Our kids enjoyed the nearby floating dock with a slide. Communication with the owner was easy and helpful. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 July 2023

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

Great Get Away

Our group had a wonderful stay. The house was perfect for two families with young kids. Plenty of space, clean and loaded with things for kids to do!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa R., Chelsea

5 July 2023

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

Relaxing Retreat

We had a wonderful visit over the 4th of July. The house is so clean and was well equipped. We enjoyed being at the quiet end of the lake and took full advantage of the kayaks. The owner was amazing and responsive. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing escape, we were even treated to a gorgeous fireworks show over the lake!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kara

We purchased this cottage to spend more time near family. Now with the ability to work from home, we enjoy spending as much time as we can in the area relaxing, playing, working, visiting, and just enjoying the small town lifestyle. Wanting to share this experience with others, opening our home away from home to guests by hosting was a perfect fit.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is located on a no wake cove. This provides a space that is more private and quieter than the busy parts of the lake where we feel comfortable letting our kids kayak in front of the house without worrying about high speed boats. It is also only about 500 feet to get past the buoys to the all-sport portion of the lake where a wide range of water sports can be enjoyed.

What makes this property unique

Since we personally stay at the cottage on a regular basis we are consistently making small updates to make it more accommodating for ourselves and our guests. We strive to make our guest feel at home so they are able to relax and enjoy everything the area has to offer.