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Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park!

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Magician Lake is calling, and this family home in Dowagiac answers with 2 bedrooms, a cozy living room with an electric fireplace, and essentials like a Keurig coffee maker. Take advantage of the screened porch overlooking Magician Lake or walk down to the lake's public boat launch. With free WiFi and kayaks available for rent (waiver required), your Michigan getaway awaits.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park!

  • 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
    FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
    PARKING: Parking lot (2 vehicles), boat trailer parking available on-site

    -- THE LOCATION --

    LAKE DAYS: 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)

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    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - 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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • 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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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
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

About the neighborhood

Sister Lakes is home to this vacation home. Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and motor boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Dowagiac travel guide
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake Michigan
    Magician Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Joseph Lighthouses Sunset Panorama - Lake Michigan Coast at St. Joseph, Michigan
    Silver Beach
    27 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Sunset over the beach at Warren Dunes State Park, Michigan
    Warren Dunes State Park
    34 min drive - 58.8 km
  • University of Notre Dame
    University of Notre Dame
    47 min drive - 71.0 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    40 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • BT's Pub
    7 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    16 min drive
  • Wright Place
    6 min drive
  • TJ's Sports Bar & Grill
    13 min drive
  • Lakeview Inn
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayak, Fish, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park! located?

Situated in Sister Lakes, 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, Boat & Swim: Home Near Lakeside Park! Reviews

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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Over all a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
We spent a long weekend to celebrate an anniversary, with our Boxer. Property, surrounding area and lake access was perfection. Easy, quite and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Cute lake house on Magician Lake

We had never visited Dowagiac, Michigan before, but we were pleased with the friendly community of Magician Lake! The lake house was sweetly decorated, clean and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a memorable week! Karen was friendly and quick to respond with any questions we had before the trip. She gave excellent recommendations about the area. This location is especially excellent for anybody who has a boat or any kind of aquatic equipment that they can take in the lake. Kayaks were supplied, but they were sit on top kayaks, which we were not completely familiar with. We so appreciated all that the Lake and the house had to offer! Thank you so much for sharing your property with us! I can definitely see us coming back in the future!