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Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp!

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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp!

Lake days await in Dowagiac when you book this no-frills family home. Equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and all the essentials, this vacation rental makes the perfect place for a weekend retreat. On warm afternoons, get the idyllic Michigan experience by walking down the road to Magician Lake for a swim or paddle, using the boat launch to set sail for a fishing excursion, or touring downtown Sister Lakes. Later, stop by a local farm stand to pick up fresh ingredients or grill your fresh catch!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walk to Magician Lake | 3 Mi to Downtown Sister Lakes | Enclosed Porch w/ Lake Views | 2 Kayaks Provided

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Screened Porch: Full Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened porch w/ seating, unfenced yard, outdoor dining area, gas grill, wood-burning fire pit, beach chairs, 2 kayaks (waiver required), life jackets
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs (all bedrooms), dining table, board games, electric fireplace, cozy living room
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, tea kettle, microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, hair dryer, trash bags & paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story home
PARKING: Parking lot (2 vehicles), boat trailer parking available on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Magician Lake Access & Public Boat Launch (1 block), Magician Lake Boat Launch (0.8 miles), Round Lake Public Beach (3 miles), Doe Wah Jack’s Canoe Rentals (7 miles), Forest Beach Park (14 miles), Silver Beach County Park - Lake Michigan (20 miles), Rocky Gap Beach Park - Lake Michigan (20 miles), Runyon Pontoon Rentals (20 miles), Hagar Park/Beach (22 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Sister Lakes - restaurants, bars, breweries, mini-golf (3 miles), Heddon Museum (10 miles), Butterfly House (16 miles), Sarett Nature Center (16 miles), Silver Beach Carousel (19 miles), Notre Dame - football weekends (30 miles), Mishawaka Riverwalk (36 miles)
GOLF: Indian Lake Hills Golf Course (9 miles), Elks Golf Course (11 miles), Spruce Ridge Golf Club (11 miles), Pipestone Creek Golf Course (11 miles), Paw Paw Lake Golf Club (14 miles)
TRAILS: Hamilton Township Coastal Plain Marsh (8 miles), Van Buren Trail State Park (10 miles), Dowagiac Woods Nature Sanctuary (11 miles), Royalton Township Nature Trail (20 miles), McCoy Creek Trail (32 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (43 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (90 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story home offers step-free access
- NOTE: Guests are required to sign a waiver to use the 2 kayaks. The kayak put-in for Lake Michigan is 1000 feet down the road

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

506039

About the neighborhood

Map
Dowagiac, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 24 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 29 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Andrews University - 30 min drive - 37.1 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dan's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sister Lakes Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp! located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this vacation home is steps from Magician Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brown Lake and Round Lake. Pine Lake and Danneffel Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Kayak & Fish: 1 Block to Lakeside Park & Ramp! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maura C.

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

Cute place and great location

We enjoyed our stay here it was a very cute place! It worked out well because our family has a place close by and it was easy travel. The hosts communicated well and it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Magician Lake

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Beautiful place with lots of beaches within a short drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dielle D.

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

Wedding guest stay

Cute, small and quaint cottage within walking distance to beautiful lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alycia E.

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

Hoof trimming clinic weekend

Cute little cottage. Clean and had everything we needed. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Cute & Clean

Cute little place. Had everything we needed to be comfortable during our stay. A/C worked great. Grill available with full tank of gas. Kitchen stocked with enough items to prepare food, cook and clean up. Two thumbs up 👍 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024