10/10 Excellent
Brendan J.
3 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lakehouse and great stay!
Brendan J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Frog Hollow at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12167.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Dowagiac, MI
- Place, Magician Lake1 min walk
- Place, University of Notre Dame49 min drive
- Place, Notre Dame Stadium52 min drive
- Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Frog Hollow at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047
Beautiful New England style salt box cottage located on Magician Lake in Sister Lakes, Michigan. The property is located at the mouth of Polk Channel, a mile-long waterway excavated in the 1950's, running from Magician Lake through Viewpoint Beach...surrounded by pines and hardwoods that have been growing for a century or more. The cottage is perfect for a family vacation, or couples trying to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A great week-end get-a-way for a large group...sleeps 12. Pitch your tent! Fish off the dock. Swim and boat at our lakefront lot nearby. Rent a boat on-sight and dock it at your cottage. Fire pit and BB-Q.
Air Conditioned.
Two-night minimum. **No High School Graduation Parties!**
Experience a real American summer!
Air Conditioned.
Two-night minimum. **No High School Graduation Parties!**
Experience a real American summer!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Beach view
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House Rules
Check in after 5:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 1:30 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
At the end of your stay, please take your trash out to the containers. You may leave the keys to the house on the kitchen table, and lock the door after you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 are allowed on site
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 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
Property # 7085997
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Dowagiac
Located in Dowagiac, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Magician Lake, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Dowagiac, MI
What's nearby
- Magician Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Silver Beach - 28 min drive - 40.4 km
- University of Notre Dame - 49 min drive - 62.9 km
- Four Winds Casino South Bend - 52 min drive - 96.4 km
- Notre Dame Stadium - 52 min drive - 63.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- Oak+Ash - 14 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 13 min drive
- Taco Bell - 15 min drive
- Subway - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell W.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Mitchell W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alaina B.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual fishing trip
Alaina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bill H.
11 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Bill H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cristella T.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family weekend!
Cristella T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maggie B., Indianapolis
31 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid spot
Maggie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Patrick D.
23 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Patrick D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew K.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot for a guys' weekend
Matthew K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison B.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Alison B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin P.
12 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best rental experience I’ve had
Kevin P.
10/10 Excellent
Charles G.
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun getaway
Charles G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
lara p.
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family week
lara p.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judith S.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Judith S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tasha P.
22 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Tasha P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Maria C.
22 August 2018
Had a good time!
Maria C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
kevin r.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
kevin r.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kerry Z.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Fun
Kerry Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Drew B.
3 September 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor Party
Drew B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ryan D.
12 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway on Magician Lake
Ryan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Anthony M.
20 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Memories
Anthony M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adreana G.
21 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful privacy
Adreana G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Gloria P.
4 August 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Gloria P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremi H.
2 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic, relaxing, cool, comfy, fully equipped, friendly!
Jeremi H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
About the host
Hosted by Hilda Reiter
The Polk family has owned this piece of paradise since 1910. Grandfather Polk began Viewpoint Beach Resort in 1911 with the construction of "Cottage # 1," still in use. Following generations have maintained and improved the properties over the years; Magician Lake is a large, pristine lake with a full range of watersports and activities.
Join us to experience a "Real American Summer!"
Join us to experience a "Real American Summer!"
Why they chose this property
This property is located in a secluded area with a large yard for recreation and get-togethers. Plenty of parking.
What makes this property unique
Unique benefits of this property, and the two nearby rentals (Turtle Cove and Herons Nest) offer a quiet get-away where one can rest or entertain guests in a secluded space. The yard is large with an extended boat dock on Polk Channel. The channel provides access to Magician Lake at both ends of the mile-long waterway, which is scenic, serene, surrounded by forest and is accessible by boats of all kinds.
Parking on the grounds is ample. Growing up on this beautiful, untouched piece of Nature was an unforgettable experience. Visitors can ride bikes, walk in the woods, swim, float on the lake with a cooling beverage and listen to the night creatures "sing" at night.
We also offer Boat Rentals:
Day 1: $330 + 6% tax ($20) = $350
Day 2: $640 + 6% tax ($39) = $679
Day 3: $865 + 6% tax ($52) = $917
Day 4: $1,075 + 6% tax ($65) = $1,140
Day 5: $,225 + 6% tax ($74) = $1,299
Day 6 $1,425 + 6% tax ($86) = $1,511
7 days / week: $1.720 + 6% Tax ($104) = $1,824
Pontoon boats must be reserved prior to
cottage check-in. Request a Reservation on this
website: You will be notified if a pontoon is
available for rent for your selected dates.
Pontoon fees must be paid for in cash or check
at the time of delivery to your cottage.
We have a limited variety of small boats available for rent also:
kayak: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Paddle Board: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Canoe: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Paddle Boat: $45/day + 6% tax ($2.70) = $47.70Boat Rental Rates 2023
Parking on the grounds is ample. Growing up on this beautiful, untouched piece of Nature was an unforgettable experience. Visitors can ride bikes, walk in the woods, swim, float on the lake with a cooling beverage and listen to the night creatures "sing" at night.
We also offer Boat Rentals:
Day 1: $330 + 6% tax ($20) = $350
Day 2: $640 + 6% tax ($39) = $679
Day 3: $865 + 6% tax ($52) = $917
Day 4: $1,075 + 6% tax ($65) = $1,140
Day 5: $,225 + 6% tax ($74) = $1,299
Day 6 $1,425 + 6% tax ($86) = $1,511
7 days / week: $1.720 + 6% Tax ($104) = $1,824
Pontoon boats must be reserved prior to
cottage check-in. Request a Reservation on this
website: You will be notified if a pontoon is
available for rent for your selected dates.
Pontoon fees must be paid for in cash or check
at the time of delivery to your cottage.
We have a limited variety of small boats available for rent also:
kayak: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Paddle Board: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Canoe: $40/day + 6% tax ($2.40) = $42.40
Paddle Boat: $45/day + 6% tax ($2.70) = $47.70Boat Rental Rates 2023
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