Entire home

Sierra Lake House

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Dowagiac, MI
  • Popular LocationMagician Lake5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDowagiac Four Winds Casino23 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park24 min drive
  • AirportBenton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sierra Lake House

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay.

Kayaks, pedal boat, canoes, fishing and a nice bonfire to finish the night is what you can expect when you stay at the Sierra Lake House.

Imagine camping but with the amenities of a full kitchen and indoor bathrooms.

This home is all original from the 80s including its blue toilet & bathtub.

Go back in time and focus on what really matters, spending time with those you love the most.
The space
This home has original flooring, paint, bathrooms and kitchen. Our photos are all up to date, and as improvements are made additional photos are uploaded.

*This is a dog friendly home, please be aware if you have allergies* Pet fees apply

Current Improvements Include:
-June 2023: CE Pest Solutions hired to protect the home against bugs/rodents. -March 2023: New Well installed by Martin J Mosier & Sons Water Well Service
-February 2023: Drop Ceiling Removed from basement
-September 2022: Basement flooring removed
-June 2022: New Culligan Water System
Guest access
You will have access to the entire home as well as back deck with large yard. The 2 car attached garage is not included at this time.
Lake Access is on North End of property.
Other things to note
Firewood is NOT provided.
Propane for the gas grill & Charcoal for the charcoal grill are NOT provided.

Property manager

Taylor

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 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

About the neighborhood

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this vacation home is on a lake. Sarett Nature Center and Magician Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Silver Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 5 min drive
  • Lake Michigan College - 22 min drive
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 23 min drive
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 24 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Oak and Ash BBQ - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wahoo Eatery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sierra Lake House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sierra Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sierra Lake House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sierra Lake House located?

This family-friendly Dowagiac vacation home is located on a lake, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Magician Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Southwestern Michigan College and Dowagiac Four Winds Casino. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Lake Chapin are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

mike o.

Trip
It was good property’s pretty spacious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy autumnal stay in a beautiful spot!
I came to this cabin with my friends for my birthday. The location is beautiful, and though we couldn't utilize the lake (due to the cool autumn weather), it was still a lovely area to be in. Despite being out in the country, there were many neighbors nearby, making it feel safer for us. Having 2 bathrooms (& 2 showers) was great for our group of 4. The various provided amenities were great, such as the pool table and TV. The living room furniture was comfortable, with more than enough space for us, and we were able to cook in the kitchen with ease. The cabin was well insulated, allowing us to run the heating at a lower temperature in otherwise cold weather. My only complaints were that some of the dishware was not clean, and I found some plastic trash, likely from other guests. We wanted to clean up after ourselves better, but couldn't find a broom, and I think some extra cleaning supplies would be good. Also, the listing mentioned a wood burning stove and area for a campfire, but when we arrived we saw the wood stove was off limits, and the fire pit area was covered with a large amount of brush that we didn't feel safe lighting (and we couldn't find a fire extinguisher on site). This wasn't too big of a deal, but we did buy firewood for the stove and fire pit, so it would've just been nice if we knew they were unusable beforehand. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay, and though it wasn't perfect, I think it was great for the price, and I had a great birthday here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very clean. More like a small apartment, furnished beautifully. Was pleasantly surprised. Only thing we found disconcerting was the lack of kitchen sink stoppers. Had to find a bowl large enough to do dishes in! Since we are both very elderly (over 75 & 80) a small hand rail (banister) would be nice to make entrance into living area a bit easier. Otherwise all good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Lake view, boating was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023