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Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Soap, toilet paper
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to Heron's Nest, a charming lake cottage situated on a serene channel connecting to Magician Lake in Sister Lakes, Michigan. Enjoy swimming and boating on the lake or fishing off the dock with WiFi available for when you want to stay connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047

Quaint lake cottage located on a channel connecting to 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. If in the area, please contact for a tour. Fish off the dock, swim and boat on the lake. Wi-Fi available. Air Conditioned.
The property is perfect for an autumn get-a-way. Enjoy a campfire on a cool fall evening, kayak the mile-long Polk channel, walk through the woods to view the colorful fall leaves, participate in the many wine-tasting activities sponsored by local wineries, shop in quaint, but bustling, Dowagiac, attend a University of Notre Dame football game in South Bend, IN, carve a jack-lantern from a pumpkin provided by Viewpoint Beach Resort management! The cottage is heated; you will be warm and cozy on a cold night after a busy, fun fall day in the country.
We have three cottages next to each other... Frog Hollow, Turtle Cove and Herons Nest...perfect for a group retreat, a reunion or a get-a-way with a group of friends!
Sleeps 8. Three-night minimum. ** NO High School Graduation parties!**
Experience a real American summer and autumn in the country!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047
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  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1:30 PM
Contactless check-out available

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

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician 49047 House
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician Lake Sister Lakes MI 49047
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician 49047
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician 49047 House
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician Lake Sister Lakes MI 49047
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician 49047 House
Turtle Cove Viewpoint Beach Magician 49047

About the neighborhood

Map
Sister Lakes, 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 - 63.3 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 52 min drive - 96.4 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 52 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 15 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Oak+Ash - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?

Check-out is at 1:30 PM.

Where is Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 located?

Located in Dowagiac, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, steps from Magician Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Round Lake and Brown Lake. Danneffel Lake and Pine Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Turtle Cove at Viewpoint Beach on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Highly Recommend Turtle Cove!!!

Everything was amazing. Couldn't ask for a better experience. Wildlife was everywhere. Great fishing right in the backyard. Just the escape we needed. Thank you for a perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

john r.

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

Turtle Cove

The cabin was very clean. 1 queen bed 6 twin beds. I felt it was a good value. Nice back deck. Nice appliances and kitchen. It is on a small creek leading to the lake. Which is very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon I.

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

Great quiet hideaway

Always a nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

virginia s.

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

Wonderful vacation

Best place to stay for a week of family fun will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John B.

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

4th on the channel

Turtle Cove is a gem!We took the family up for the week of the 4th and really enjoyed our stay. The outdoor area in the back is very peaceful; fire pit, good fishing, and really cool to watch the boats all making their way to the lake.The home has all needs and is cool and comfortable.Hilda was wonderful throughout the entire process!A few opportunities;The home is a bit rundown:-kitchen floor is sunken under the flooring in several areas-the decks, both front and back have several cracks or holes in areas and it’s very splinter prone from years of wear and tear.-the majority of the docks on the channel are broken or even unusable.With that being said I would never hesitate to rebook- it was a wonderful trip and its proximity to the lake and everything around it is perfect.Thanks for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Loved our stay!

We had such a great time at the Sister's Lakes! Property was as advertised. Owner was prompt with an queries.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! My husband, our daughter and her family stayed and we had a great time. They made it so convenient and brought the paddle boards and kayaks right to us, and picked them up! the house was stocked full of anything you could need during a stay! The only thing I think you should know is the floor in front of the front door needs replaced. It’s falling in and seems as though flooring was put over it to cover it up.. we had to put a pan in the hole so everyone would not step in it. But I’m sure the owner knows that already and will fix it! It did not stop us from enjoying our time there! We would definitely rent this place again! The location is perfect! Magician lake is beautiful! We spent some time at Silver Beach as well! It’s about 30-40 minutes away but well worth the drive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve t.

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

Conveniently

Very convenient and great locati
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Very Pleasant Location

We have been staying here for the past two girl trips. Love the location and the lake. Owner is really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Great time, as always!

This was our 3rd year staying at Turtle Cove and we plan to be back for a 4th year! Hilda is a wonderful host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jes F.

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

Peaceful long weekend

Our family had such a nice time here! Close enough to Dowagiac to be convenient, but out ebough to be perfectly peaceful. The lake and channel were great, the hosts accommodating, and the house we clean and spacious. I would definitely book here again! We had a good time just lpumging outside, fishing off the dock, and taking our little boat out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RJ and Allison P.

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

We love Turtle Cove!

We had a wonderful stay at Turtle Cove and on Magician lake! The house was perfect for our two families. Hilda was lovely and accommodating as always! The property is beautiful and we have so much fun hanging out in the yard and on the lake. We always enjoy our stay here! We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great time on the lake

The cottage was perfect for our group of 6 and we enjoyed the amenities of the yard when not out on the lake. Hoping to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Denise M.

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

Perfect long weekend

The property is well equipped and on a quiet street. Check in was easy as well as checkout. Plenty of seating and comfy beds. Perfect for families with big kids or small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Very peaceful getaway

The owner was very nice and came through for us right away when we had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Great family stay!

The manager was so easy to communicate with, and came out several times when we had questions. Went above and beyond. Loved fishing out on the back deck and the lake was clean and great for swimming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miroslawa B.

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

Nice weekend getaway

Always enjoy spending time on Magician Lake. It's beautiful and never over crowded. We always rent the pontoon boat to go on sandbar or fishing. Love to sit by the bonfire at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alaina B.

Great Time

Very clean home. Cynthia is very nice and helpful. Our family loved this place. The fishing is great and the lake was beautiful!! Will definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M., Chicago

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

Another Stellar Weekend

Repeat customer of Hilda given how well these properties are run. She is the best -- very responsive and always on top of any issues we may have had. I highly recommend the two properties we stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

marge e.

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

Great Time

Fun
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Return to Turtle Cove at Magician Lake

We had a wonderful time on our return trip!! Our boys had a great time fishing, swimming. and boating on the pontoon on Lake Magician! The cabin felt like our home away from home! Thank you Cynthia and Franz!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kasey J.

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

Labor Day Get-A-Way

Good location on the channel with boat dock. I liked having the pontoon delivered there for us. Hostess knew we were getting in late and turned the lights on for us which was very welcoming. I woukd stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sue f.

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

Ill be back

Loved this cottage....backs up to a canal and the lake across the street... in the morning with coffee on deck was heaven... ...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Our "Happy Place!"

Our 4th year staying at Turtle Cove. We are happy that we were able to find such a wonderful cottage! I know we will be back! Hilda was wonderful and very prompt in answering any questions we had. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn s.

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

Kyle's Wedding

Nice to watch the lake "wake up" in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023