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Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake

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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A welcome sign for Pipestone Lake with a cautionary message about driving carefully and no outlet.
A living room with a grey sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a white stove, a microwave above it, and a tiled backsplash.
A wooden deck with a view of a lake and a house with a covered staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Eau Claire, MI
  • Place, Pipestone Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake

Relax in this 2-bedroom house in Sister Lakes area. The primary bedroom features a king bed & a full bed in guest room. Queen sofa sleeper pulls out in living room. 1.5 bathrooms and laundry. Kitchen is well-equipped with stove, microwave, dishwasher, full-sized fridge and Keurig coffee pot. New additions include: crockpot, drip coffee pot a waffle maker. The space stays comfortable year-round with heat & air. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploring, kayaking, boating, reading or playing games, this peaceful home provides a soothing retreat. Enjoy all that Sister Lakes has to offer when you stay at our place. Activities are aplenty in the area with wineries, breweries, seasonal apple/pumpkin picking, golf, great restaurants, casinos and even a children’s museum.

Chicago - less than 2 hours away, South Haven 36 minutes away, Notre Dame 36 minutes away, Detroit less than 3 hours.

Come explore Pure Michigan on a quiet, spring-fed lake. This home uses a natural well water system.

For the best coffee experience- I would recommend using the water from the reverse osmosis tap for the Keurig.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are waterfront - so be mindful with kids
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Friendly, well-behaved dogs & owners welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5360548vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Eau Claire

Located in Eau Claire, this holiday home is on a lake. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Sarett Nature Center. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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Eau Claire, MI

What's nearby

  • Pipestone Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Silver Beach - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 37 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 41 min drive - 75.4 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 43 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 22 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BT's Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Country Club - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happiness is a good book, a dog by your side, and a dock on the lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Pipestone Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Magician Lake and Danneffel Lake. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Lake Michigan College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on a peaceful lake. Enjoyed traveling around SW Michigan and felt close to wineries, the shore and things to do. The cottage was very clean, had everything you need for your stay including kayaks, and plenty of places to sit outside by the lake. The host was easy to communicate with and checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2026
It was our pleasure hosting you Stacey and we look forward to having you stay with us again as your travels bring you back to SW Michigan. Thanks for staying at Callebaut Cottage. Karrie & Paul
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a beautiful spot. We stayed 3 nights and had no major issues or complaints.Nice clean kitchen. Clean bedrooms and bathrooms. Lots of room and plenty of seating/extra chairs which is something vacation renters often miss. The back deck, the screened in porch and the back room are all great for sitting and reading and/or watching the lake. At least when we were there, the lake itself and the homes around it were very peaceful. A very occasional pontoon boat or jet ski going by.Enjoyed the two kayaks and took those out a few times and found the lake is surprisingly big. Liked the location too. Close enough to Lake Michigan that you can easily go to Silver or Weko beach for the day, but if the water there is too rough you can just stay and enjoy the lake. Plus it's much quieter. Owners were very responsive via the app. Glad we found this place. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you Chris for staying with us at Callebaut Cottage. Your communication was fabulous. We’re new hosts and we have big plans for this cozy cottage - we welcome you back as we grow in the future. We, too love Lake Michigan- but the peacefulness of Pipestone and the closeness to Sister Lakes is what attracted us to the area. Be well!

About the host

Hosted by Karrie

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We are big Michigan lovers. Many of our fondest memories happened in Michigan. Lots of summers spent here, we welcomed our first dog, - Callebaut (whom we named our cottage after), we bought our first home together here, we got married here and we look forward to starting our Michigan 2.0 chapter here.

Why they chose this property

While we originally spent summers on Lake Michigan/ Harbor Country area - we realized we didn’t want to lug our beach goods up and down 125 steps. Our friends introduced us to Sister Lakes area and we were hooked. The caveat had to be that we could “log roll out the back door”. We didn’t want to cross the street, drive to or find a public lake access. We had to be lakefront and we’ve accomplished that!

What makes this property unique

We’re cozy and comfortable- but the perfect place to create memories that’ll last a lifetime.
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