Friendly lakefront cottage

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A lakeside view with a dock, a covered boat, and a swing set.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a basket on the counter.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a window with a view of trees, and a sign above the door reading "Cottage."
A gravel path leading to a wooden gate, with a wooden fence on one side and a row of green trash bins on the other.
A cozy room with a wooden interior, a red sofa, a white table, and a wicker chair with cushions. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Magician Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sarett Nature Center and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Howard Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Silver Beach - 26 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 31 min drive - 54.2 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 43 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 48 min drive - 81.0 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BT's Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Strand - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Friendly lakefront cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Friendly lakefront cottage ?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Friendly lakefront cottage ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Friendly lakefront cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Friendly lakefront cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Magician Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Pipestone Lake. Danneffel Lake and Brown Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thanks for staying with us and taking such good care of courage. See you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a perfect getaway. The house is charming. The deck is where you'll spend most of your time, enjoying the breezes and that beautiful view of the lake! This was the second year my friend and I stayed here. Duey is a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The house had everything we needed! Felt very cozy and a beautiful view of the lake. The beach was clean and the water was clear! We rented a pontoon boat which was really fun! Thank you for a wonderful trip. Many memories were made.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this charming little cottage right on Big Crooked lake. It was perfect for our little family of 3. When we arrived, it was very clean, smelled nice, and the air conditioning was ice cold. The only thing is that there wasn’t a/c in the back bedroom, but I can understand why since its windows couldn’t accommodate it. The kitchen is stocked with any cookware or utensils needed.. We brought our boat, and were glad that it had its own pier. We also had friends staying a few doors down, so we spent most of our time hanging out over there. I would definitely recommend staying here if you’re looking for a rustic, laidback, lake life experience. We would definitely come back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We always have a great stay at this cottage, come every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Thank you for taking such good care of the cottage and thanks for staying with us
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

We love relaxing with the amazing view and swimming in the warm water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always enjoy our stay at Duey and Joyce's cozy cottage! Always well stocked, comfy and very clean! Great breezes to enjoy your coffee and/or cocktails with a beautiful view of the lake--always look forward to our stay at their home in Sister's Lakes!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t imagine staying anywhere else

Joyce and Dewey are the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay!!! It has everything you need and the view of the lake is spectacular, either from inside or relaxing on the patio! The beach area is clean and sandy. The host was terrific! My friend and I didn't want to leave and God willing, we will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage

Wonderful host. Easy check in/check out and property was exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vaca

Very clean cozy. Beautiful view of the lake. Very nice stay. I will definitely go back next year
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Me

Great stay, great location
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cottage

Nice sandy beach. Cozy summer cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was spotless and well-maintained. The owner was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making us feel right at home. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the essentials, which made meal prep easy and convenient. Check-in was smooth and hassle-free, and the check-in/out times were perfect — they gave us extra time to relax and enjoy more of the lake. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Welcoming and quiet

Cozy cottage with a great view of the lake. Adequate shade for those hot sunny days. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time at cozy cottage

We had a great time on the lake with our family. The house has a great location with a beach and a dock for our boat. We've been coming here for over 20 years and always look forward to this getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Perfect

Cozy. Great location for Sister Lakes. Perfect for our family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake house

We stay here every year and are always happy with our experience. The host is easy going and the house is always ready for new guests. Can’t wait for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Cottage

Great lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake

Such a beautiful lake! Clean water and clean beach. Nice Lilly pad for my girls to play on. House could use updates but was fine for us for our short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2022
This rental is a cottage It’s all about the beach and the water The house itself is a place to sleep when not enjoying the outdoors Ideally there would be no TV,internet,or telephones
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super

The cottage was super. Great to be right on the lake. From the cottage, the view of the lake was so beautiful. Cottage was clean and perfect for our needs. The lake was clean and easy to access. Duey and Joyce are great hosts! Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thanks for the review and leaving cottage in pristine condition
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BEAUTIFUL LAKE

Very nice , quiet location . I enjoyed my stay at this cottage. Very good fishing. Good communication with the owner. I will come back. Thank you very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Cottage on the Lake

The experience was fantastic! The owners were great to work with. The cottage was spacious and had everything we needed. The cottage had a sandy beach at the lake. The lake was nice and very active with boats which made it fun to watch. Will go back again! Great find!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway at Big Crooked Lake

We had a great time at this property and the owners (Duey and Joyce) always got back to us whenever we had questions... Very cozy and comfortable, their lake cabin cottage was perfect for our family of young adults; it was very well stocked with everything you could possibly need! Their location (near Driftwood) and lake view was fabulous! We enjoyed our morning coffee and summer breezes on their shaded deck. Having direct lake access to dock our pontoon was awesome! See you again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cottage getaway

My family and I had a great stay at the cottage for a long weekend. The cottage was just what we needed for my family of 4 and our dad. The cottage had everything you could need aside from food and everything was easy to find. The beach area was perfect for my young kids… sandy, clear and great for swimming. There was plenty of room to dock our boat as well and plenty of parking for our cars and trailer. The host lives nearby and came right over when I sent him a message with a question. Most rentals in the summer are week long minimum and it was so nice to find a place we could book for a long weekend We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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