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'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes

'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes

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Overview of 'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Dowagiac, MI
  • Popular LocationMagician Lake5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park17 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Beach24 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Powder Rm.

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes

I have been coming to Sister Lakes for many years.The wonderful experiences have always provided a sense of calm and tranquility. When I leave, I am left with the feeling that I can't wait to get back. I have friends that have vacationed with us for a weekend and stayed for weeks. We have countless memories of family and friends learning to swim, drive a boat, pontoon, or Jet Ski, or playing catch in the water diving for a ball off the raft. Cook on an outside gas grill, Weber charcoal kettle or open fire pit. Fish, float around tied to the raft with a cooler, sit in chairs while in the water and get too much sun! There is not a better place to have a party whether it is a Birthday, Graduation or just an impromptu get together it just doesn't get any better than this!

The fall brings out natures unbelievable colors. The Lake quiets down compared to the summer and the water becomes a mirror of the colors on the trees. You can smell burning leaves as homeowners prepare for the next season of winter which usually turns into Winter Wonderland. Stoke a fire in the fireplace or fire pit, clear some snow and skate on the Lake. Shoot a puck on the virgin ice and if you miss it, skate across the Lake to retrieve. Ice fish, sled, or snowmobile. There are hundreds of miles of trails to enjoy. Then before you know it spring jumps out in vibrant green. The vegetables start growing and the roadside markets sell the freshest available anywhere.


Keywords: Our 'Mile 0' Beach house is the perfect place to 'hang loose' for a relaxing week or short but sweet weekend in beautiful Sister Lakes on Big Crooked. Located right at the point on the North side with 89' of frontage. The water is crystal clear with a sandy bottom. Depth at the raft is +/- 6'

Property manager

Ken Pasiewicz
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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
A $150 fee will be charged for smoking inside
Cancellation/Refunds: please refer to rental agreement below for policy

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 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 holiday home is on a lake. Silver Beach and Sarett Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve. Jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive
  • Lake Michigan College - 15 min drive
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 17 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 24 min drive
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 21 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakeview Inn - 14 min walk
  • TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
  • Wright Place - 15 min walk
  • Sister Lakes Brewing Company - 12 min walk
  • The Strand - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'mile 0' Big Crooked Lake, Sister Lakes located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Magician Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Four Winds Casino Hartford. Lake Michigan College and Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claudine M., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home on a beautiful lake
The home is lovely overlooking a lake with a private pier and surrounded by a garden. It brought back so many memories good memories of family vacations in Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mile 0 is a 10/10!
Mile 0 is super clean, the lake is crystal clear, and every aspect of the place is perfect for the whole family. Our 2 and 5 year old loved the shallow area and spent hours chasing minnows with their nets. Everyone loved jumping off the dock and swimming out the the swim platform. The owner even helped me out when it came to renting a pontoon. He let us dock the rented boat at the property as well. We loved every single minute of our stay and would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Wonderful Visit
The house is lovely, the location fantastic, and the property manager clear and helpful. They do ask that you try to ignore that neighbors dog, which we did. However, since his owner lets him run freely off leash there was not much to be done. He was super interested in all the children and hung out for stretches of time before his owner finally called him back. He also bit a hole in one of the kids floaties and took the soccer ball, which we later retrieved. It wasn’t a huge deal for us since we all are comfortable with dogs but something to be considered if you’re not. That aside we are excited to plan next years visit, the kids especially love it here and we love all the memories they are making.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!
Third time staying here, my kids want to do it every year we possibly can. Thank you Ken!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
We were there for my daughters wedding weekend. With everything happening around the wedding this was an easy, clean, convenient, relaxing place to stay. The owner made the process very easy and the place was very nice!! Pictures make it seem a bit bigger but no complaints! We would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ken Pasiewicz

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Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Our property provides several different ways you can relax and/or entertain. MAKE SURE TO CONTACT ME FOR A LINK TO VIEW A VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE PROPERTY. The adjacent patio connected to the house is sheltered from the rain and sun; this is where you’ll find one of the cooking grills with a ceiling fan to provide a breeze. Toss the bean bags, play catch, or throw a Frisbee on the front lawn in a shaded area under the trees or closer to the water in the sun. Or walk down a few steps and sit down in the sun garden with a cold beverage and just take everything in, enjoying nature at its best. You can lie on the raft and bob around with the waves, sit on a bench at the end of the pier, maybe drop a line, or lounge in a chaise on the 8'x16' sun deck above the water. Count on some wave sprays coming off the seawall to cool you off as the boats pass by! For some exercise, the path around the lake is just shy of 4 miles. You can make it shorter depending on your preference, but it is a wonderful outdoor workout, casual walk or bike ride. For those looking for water toys, bring your own or there are local rentals available by the day or week. There are 4 augured poles just off the pier to moor your boat or PWF

We hope that you enjoyed the virtual tour and can picture yourself at the lake sending texts, emails or post cards from Driftwood ice cream shop with pictures saying Wish You Were Here! Thank you so much for your interest in our property and we look forward to accommodating you. Leslie

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